We all have role models in life; someone whom we look
up to or like some superhero or a celebrity. I liked Batman a lot in my
childhood simply because he was a human and yet he could do superhuman things.
I was amazed by his skills but little did I realize that I have my very own
superhero in the form of my mother. She did and still does everything out of unconditional
love and never did I have to ask her to give me a hug or anything; she
knew it whenever I wanted it.
Over the years, I have observed that people of my age are very shy of showing their love and true emotions to their parents. I don't know why they do that. May be they are afraid of being viewed as ‘emotional’ by their friends or relatives. But I think it’s better to let the emotions flow rather than choke it. I wish many boys and girls take this initiative and let their near and dear ones know how much they mean to them. Our lives would become a lot more satisfying.
Over the years, I have observed that people of my age are very shy of showing their love and true emotions to their parents. I don't know why they do that. May be they are afraid of being viewed as ‘emotional’ by their friends or relatives. But I think it’s better to let the emotions flow rather than choke it. I wish many boys and girls take this initiative and let their near and dear ones know how much they mean to them. Our lives would become a lot more satisfying.
Well mom, as I write this I am filled with emotions and
love. You have been there for everything; my exams, mood swings, frustrations
of failures, joy of success and caring for me all through when I was not well.
I have called you for things which I have forgotten and you have responded with
the exact location of that thing in the house. I hope I have made you realize
how fortunate I am to have you as my mom. It’s truly been a sweet blessing.
You have made me the center of our universe and it
feels amazing to have someone to support & listen to you 24*7 in a world
which is increasingly becoming self centered. You’re my best friend, teacher,
mentor, guide and everything which I have missed out writing here.
You have responded positively to almost all of my
acceptable demands and also showed the way for what is not unacceptable. I was
passionate about cricket and you let me enjoy the game without imposing any
condition. It’s you who has led by example by showing the importance of values
like love, kindness and compassion to me. You have given confidence and made me
to embrace vulnerability and failures. You have made me who I am.
You have been extremely patient with me all through my
failures and have been proud of my accomplishments. You supported me and
believed in my dreams and ideas even when everyone else was skeptical about it.
You’re the first one I turn to whenever I face any adversity and seek
re-assurance and you’re also the first one I go to with good news to celebrate.
You simply have been my pillar of strength for so many years and for many more
years to come by.
And now looking back, I
don't know whether I was good enough to be your son since you had set high
standards with the way you have conducted yourself in this life. This is the
moment. I am sorry for letting you down with me not grabbing a lot of
opportunities that came my way. Mom, words won't be able to convey what I am
feeling right now. May be tears do. But, you have done a wonderful job in
making me the best person I could become. Don’t ever carry a regret that you
didn’t do enough for me. You have given me more than I deserve.
If there's ever a concept
of re-birth I would ALWAYS WANT to be your son.
All yours for life,
Your little one.
