I am really surprised when you approached me and handed me my gift. I didn't expect to receive present from anybody, especially from you, Dad.

He bought me a metallic watch from Seiko.

I guess I was sort of being unappreciative. The first sentence I spoke after thanking him was "Why didn't you tell me you will be buying a watch?"

He was taken aback. His expression changed. He felt disappointed.

Great! Another fabulous act I have done. Then I proceeded to explain that I am going into the army soon, impling that I have "no use" of that watch.

All was too late, his face blackened and replied that I don't have to take it into the army.

Given my understanding of my Dad, I knew what exactly I have to do to salvage the situation. I hurried to my Mum, and show her the watch. She was surprised, and she asked me why I bought a watch "for no reason."

Ignoring her, I began to praise its design and how it will show my maturity and etc. My Dad brightened up that instant and urged me to wear the watch and see if it fits nicely. What a twist!

Anyway I grabbed the chance to tell my Mum about the watch issue. I regretted asking if I know I will receive my second surprise for the night. She thought I bought the watch, she forgot my birthday, and she forgot about my allergy as well.

Firstly, I react to metal. The metallic watch is "useless" to me. My allergy is the main reason why I can't wear all his amulets and charms he got for me from HK. Perhaps he wasn't very aware of that.

Secondly, I being a practical person, prefer a practical, more useful gift. The reason why I asked why he bought a watch without informing me is because I can request for a plastic watch, or some cash for me to buy one so that I can bring it into the army. This way, I don't have to spend my limited army budget.

I guess he really know little about me. Though I was telling myself that understanding takes time, but I guess the answer is very obvious to me now. For those who thinks I am rude, unappreciative and so whatever, I am. However, I am not feeling depressed, I don't really understand him either.

Thank you Dad, I appreciate your gesture.

I'm sorry Dad. I guess we really lack some bonds between us. It's only blood-thick and nothing more.