'I Always Thought I Had More Time': Techie’s X Post About Missing Dad’s Last Call Leaves Netizens In Tears

A poignant post by software engineer Vivek Naskar reminds everyone of the irreplaceable value of family over work. Sharing his grief on X, Naskar recounted the heartbreak of missing his father’s last call before his passing, a moment filled with regret and reflection.“I lost my father this morning. I got over 20 phone calls from my mum, but I was working late and didn’t hear them. When I finally picked up (at around 8 am), I booked the fastest flight I could, but I’ll only reach by 7 pm,” Naskar wrote.He continued, “I’m sitting at the airport now, waiting for my second flight, and hundreds of thoughts are running through my mind, thoughts I have no control over.”Scrolling through his call history, he realized his father had tried calling him

too. “We couldn’t talk properly at that time. I didn’t call him back. I should have. I always thought I had more time with him. I didn’t,” he shared, reflecting on the unfinished conversations and their last disagreement. “But we loved each other. He told my mum he was proud of me — not to me, though,” he added.Although Naskar doesn’t usually show emotions, he admitted he was struggling to hold back tears. “I can’t explain what I’m feeling right now. I’m writing this with a heavy heart and tears in my eyes because I need to keep a tough face when I see my mum and sister. I’m writing here to process everything and prepare myself to see my father, one last time,” he said.

He also informed close friends about his father’s passing, mentioning that he would step away from social media for a while. “Thank you all for reaching out,” he wrote.Users on X resonated deeply with his story, reflecting on how work can distance us from loved ones.“Sorry for your loss. I lost my mum to cancer 11 years ago. That day was similar to yours. While we didn’t have a disagreement, she had a stroke on my first day of work and my dad tried to reach me all day. Don’t be too hard on yourself. From how you describe your father, he would not want you to carry guilt. I also lost my father a month ago, and if there’s one thing I learnt, it’s not to let two people pass — the one who leaves, and your spirit. Keep their honour alive through the lessons they taught you,” wrote one user.Another added, “Been there, gone through this. You don’t know what’s in store for tomorrow. The regret will hurt you for life. Speak to your parents. Spend time with your parents. Make them feel special. Gift them without occasions. Obey them. Your very existence is because of them.”“The reason I always come back home — no matter what. You can work anywhere in the world, chase your dreams, but always keep home on your list. Money is important, but not everything. Parents are everything. The day people realise that, they won’t think twice before coming home. Success means nothing if you can’t share it with the people who made you who you are,” one user reflected.