Memories of yesteryears rushed in as all the cousins met after a long time. We remembered the stories we weaved together while sitting on a wooden bench under the tamarind tree. 'Who collects more tamarind in the windy weather', was a challenge. As kids, our challenges were different.
At that time rains
were linked to paper boats, summers reminded us of scrabble and monopoly,
autumn was celebrated as the change of season, and the winters reminded of Christmas. Holiday homework was mostly related to embroidery and making scrap books. Celebrating festivals together was fun!
Friendships were celebrated throughout the year. Selecting an appropriate card for different occasions, with the perfect words, was a task.
Friendships were celebrated throughout the year. Selecting an appropriate card for different occasions, with the perfect words, was a task.
That is how we recall our early years.
As my fingers move on the keypad, putting together all these
memories, here a sparrow comes chirping and sits on my window sill. It’s a bit
cloudy today. The Sun is shying away. Way of living definitely has changed, but
love of our loved ones remain the same.
-payal
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Agree you Payal... my childhood is also dotted with memories that are gadget free and lined with games played outdoor or indoor, with cousins and friends, celebrations, etc!
ReplyDeleteA short and sweet take!
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I miss that old habit of hunting for cards with the right words to suit the particular person and all... used to be our social life back as kids :)
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I used to collect Tamarind too. The bonds formed in those days were indeed special.
ReplyDeleteLovely memories, Payal! I went back thinking of my cousins! Nice write-up!!
ReplyDeleteSuch nostalgia about the time we spent as kids! You reminded me of all these things and more. We didn't need gadgets to fill our time and space. Friends and family were enough.
ReplyDeleteOh yes - I can relate to these memories as this was my childhood too. We didnt havea TV till I was about 13 years old and even then there was hardly anything on TV. Summer holidays was all about going to nani's house and playing with all the cousins who would be there too!
ReplyDeleteAh! This took me down the memory lane too. We have had some beautiful memories of our summer vacations which were always spent with cousins at Grand Parents home. We played from morn till night and some of our games were so silly, but still we had so much fun. And yes, embroidered hankies, mats, wall paintings... Wish we could go back to those days again!!
ReplyDeleteThis is perfect for me and my gang. We have similar stories and discussion when we meet. Your post made me send quick what's app to all asking about the next meet.
ReplyDeleteArey wah! This one resonates good old days shared with grandparents and cousins. Good one Payal :)
ReplyDeleteYour words took me down memory lane, Payal. I remembered my growing up years:)
ReplyDeleteAhaaa good old times... Those were the times when we lived to the core..m sure each one can totally relate to this.
ReplyDeleteWe use to collect shells from the beach and yes tapioca leaves and make it chains around the neck. Good old daysss..!
ReplyDeleteGood old memories, cousins will always remain the first batch of friends we have in a lifetime. Your post reminded me of my own cousins. :)
ReplyDeleteYes love for loved ones remains same though things are changing in super speed but one thing is permanent and that is love.
ReplyDeleteCheers
MeenalSonal from AuraOfThoughts
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ReplyDeleteCouldn't be said in any better way.. 'times have changed but out love for loved ones never change.'
ReplyDeleteLovely, those days were best.. we did not have gadgets, and trust was something which was found in abundance. Today, Time & Trust is scarce so is the level of belonging.