It was 12th July, 2014. It was my Mom and
Dad’s twenty fifth marriage anniversary. The day is extremely special as well
as harrowing for my father and me. We both missed Ma extremely, who has been
snatched away from us cruelly 11 years back, by fate.
Every year, Dad and I spend the day talking about
Ma. This is how we celebrate the day. However, I had some special plans on the
12th July, 2014 as it was their 25th wedding anniversary.
I peeped into my Dad’s room to find him gazing at my
mother’s picture. No, I won’t let you
spend the day with anguish and grief, Papa.
I went inside the room and wished him a very happy
wedding anniversary.
“Come into the living room. I have a surprise for
you!” I said to Dad with exhilaration. My father is used to my hyperactive nature
and so he followed me to the living room without any further questions.
I switched on the television and the DVD player. The
wedding movie of Mom and Dad started playing.
“From where did you get this old video cassette?”
Dad asked eagerly.
“From the almirah, of course. I just converted the
video cassette into a CD so that it can be played easily. And now, no more
questions. Let’s enjoy the movie.” I said excitedly.
Both of us watched the movie with sheer attention.
Dad’s eyes were transfixed on the movie and whenever his eyes were slightly
clammy, I started asking several questions about the day of their wedding which
lightened the ambiance. When the movie ended, both Dad and I were contented yet
overwhelmed with emotions. It felt like Mom was with us all the while.
“Thanks, dear. This was a wonderful surprise.” Dad
said, holding my hand. I was happy to see that this little surprise cheered him
up. He could relive all the beautiful moments of the day of his wedding.
“I have one more surprise, Papa. I have written a
small poem for this occasion. Should I read it?” I asked.
Dad nodded his head and I started reading the poem
that I have especially penned for my Mom and Dad’s 25th Wedding
Anniversary.
The
most precious gift of Almighty
My
Mom and Dad;
The
Gods above must be very happy
To
make me the princess of your beautiful land.
You
both have been the epitome of love,
Sacrifice
and Commitment;
I
learned from your tenacious bond
Love
is indeed stronger than death.
Whenever
I miss your physical presence, Mom
All
I do is look into Dad’s eyes;
I
can always see that love filled promise which he gave you
To
raise me up perfectly under the skies.
Within
my Dad, I find my Mom
And
within both of you
I
find the Divine God
Guiding
me in life all through.
You
both are the world’s best couple
And
the most marvelous parents ever;
I
wish, whenever I take birth again,
I
am born as both of your baby forever.
When I finished reciting the poem, I could see how
comforting, happy and peaceful Dad was feeling. The serene smile in his face
conveyed it all. He told me in a whisper, “Beautiful!” and embraced me.
Me and Dad
I felt glad that I could make the day a little
special for Dad through a simple gesture by following my heart. We should always
follow our heart because a small deed, a small gesture when directed by the
heart can create magic in someone’s life as well as in ours.
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all i could say is you are one amazing soul <3 didiii <3 lots of love <3 :')
ReplyDeleteThat's so kind and sweet of you, Sachin. Keep Smiling always :)
Deletevery nice post. the poem is lovely. :)
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Congrats Purba :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Swati :)
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