①My parents always say，“Family time _______ a lot to us.” Every day，we have dinner together and talk about our day. After dinner，we sit in the living room—my dad shares funny work stories，my mom asks about our school life，and my sister and I often discuss playfully about the TV shows we want to watch. Sometimes，missing a family meal means _______ some important stories.
Last week，I forgot my sister's birthday，but I didn't mean _______ her. When I realized my mistake，I quickly prepared a gift and apologized sincerely. She hugged me and said，“It's okay. I know you care.” That moment taught me again：family love is about understanding，not just words. We don't have to be perfect，but being present and trying to understand each other makes our bond stronger.
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