We follow a few rituals in my family, one of which is eating breakfast together. We awaken each morning at 6:00. My sister and I assist my mother in making breakfast. For breakfast, my mother frequently prepares rice, meat or fish, and veggies. We occasionally substitute bread, eggs, and butter. She claims that eating a substantial breakfast will make it easier for us to work or study during the day. My father rises a little later and assists with setting the table. We all sit down and eat the dinner together at around 6:45. We discuss about our own plans for the day during breakfast. My parents occasionally provide us suggestions on what to do at school. We all depart for work or school at 7:30 a.m. Every morning, eating breakfast with my parents, sister, and other family members helps me feel more connected to them and better equipped for the day.