Children's Day* There was a time when choosing the colour of a sketch pen was a tough task ; getting the window seat on the school bus was a big deal; getting a toffee as a birthday treat from a friend made our day ; being the first to finish copying from the blackboard was a moment of pride; hiding the answer from our partner was not selfishness; when homework was the only torture; all elders were ideal;early to bed early to rise was life's mantra; owning a bicycle or one coveted doll was the only treasure; to look good was only to put loads of powder and a neat comb; television time was a community time ; nothing compared to mum's cotton sari pallu to wipe a runny nose; and teary eyes and dad's shadow was good enough to get the schoolbooks out ; A tribute to those wonderful memories that made a wholesome childhood. Celebrate the child in you! Happy CHILDREN'S DAY Jayasala 42
Can't beat this! No matter the age as long as we keep the child in us alive, nothing can be overwhelming! Life becomes beautiful again. Happy Children's Day to you too ma'am!