The boy never forgot those words.
Years passed, and the woman's children grew up. Their mother continued to work hard and encourage them to study. Whenever they felt discouraged, she reminded them that success required patience, effort, and determination.
Sometimes, her children came home from school feeling sad because their family did not have as much money as other families. Their mother would sit beside them and say:
“Never be ashamed of your family or your situation. Being poor does not mean being unsuccessful. What matters is your education, your good manners, and your willingness to work hard. If you believe in yourselves and never give up, you can achieve your dreams.”
Her words gave her children strength. They studied seriously, helped one another, and learned to appreciate every sacrifice their mother made for them.
