LIVING IN THE MOMENT!!!
HELLO FOLKS.
“LIVING IN THE MOMENT!!!” This phrase has always been very significant ,used by each and everyone on a regular basis in their day to day life. I mean to say , it has become like a “MANTRA”” which is uttered by all , irrespective of any caste,creed, religion or whatever may be the divide or one belongs to.
Pandemic had set in like a thick blanket of fog all over the world for a long two years. And as if that was not enough , a devastating and fierce “WAR” battle going on between Russia and Ukraine has made us all of us to lead a life with mindfulness and gratitude.. We all must agree that such unprecedented situations have taught each and every one of us to realize how important it is not only to live a life but relish the moments as it bestows.
But there are also people who don’t agree with this phrase of “LIVING IN THE MOMENT” .One has to experience, what it means, to understand why it is so important . These moments can be experienced by accomplishing trivial tasks in a day to day routine.It can be any damn simple thing. By relishing these moments one understands what is to live a life with a gratitude,
So, coming to my blog
Avantika is the central character of this blog. Avantika is a bright student in her twenties pursuing a final year in her undergraduate course in a reputed college. Being a single child , she enjoys complete pampering , love and affection showered on her at all times by her parents always. Theirs was a small affluent family with nothing to complain for. Her dad was a businessman and her mom a homemaker. Life was smooth going like a perfect road without any potholes or speed brake to ponder about.
Avantika was getting ready to go out with her buddies for a movie outing.It was special for all of them as they will all be parting ways after finishing their degrees to build their successful careers and achieve their respective goals.
“ It had been a long time since you went out to watch a movie in a theater .isn’t it dear ? “ asked Avantika”s mom. “Yes mommy. It’s gonna be fun. I Am going to watch a movie on a big screen with friends after a long long time” replied Avantika with a smile .’’ENJOY as these times can never be brought back . They are precious moments. I recall the joyous days we had in our time.. it is still green in my mind dear” told her mom. “Sure mama” replied Avantika, busy applying eyeliner on her eyes. “ Just a brush of lipstick and I’m done with the make up “ as she thought and gave final touches to her face. Then she started combing her beautiful long tresses. All done and with a satisfaction about her presentable looks Avantika was all set to go out.
The doorbell rang and it was Avantika’s close friend Malvika at the door ready to rock the movie outing. “Hello Auntie. How are you?” Malvika came inside with a cute smile on her face.”I’m fine Beta . It’s good you all made a movie program as you all will start working within a few months and you all will be in your respective routine . Going out with buddies and having fun will always be etched in your memories.So “LIVE IN THESE MOMENTS” told Avantika’s mom. “Yes Auntie I agree with you 100%” nodded Malvika.
Just then Avantika came out all dressed from her room ready to go out. Both Avantika and Malvika greeted each other with a hug and smile on their pretty faces. Avantika asked Malvika”What was my mom telling you? Some , MOMENTS and all ? Malvika replied “Yes dear , your mom is happy that we are all going out for a movie after a long time. So she was telling us that we all should enjoy each and every moment , as they will be long lasting memories which will be green in our mind. And I agree with her completely, “ said Avantika.
Avantika always had her doubts about what it means to “LIVE IN THE MOMENT”. She has been hearing this from her mom all through her growing years. Avantika asked Malvika “ Hey, have u experienced this “LIVING THE MOMENT “ buddy. Even now, I don’t think I have experienced this. My mom says this very often. For example, she says even when we eat our favorite ice cream, while watching movies etc etc . What is your take on this?” She asked with a perplexed reaction on her face. Malavika with a surprised look on her face replied “YES “ dude what your mom says is right and i absolutely agree with her. The thing is, one has to experience it , to get a better understanding of what t is to live in moments dear”
After that whole group was busy with their movie time with popcorn ,chips etc, Avantika came back home with all the happy and beautiful memories to be cherished all her life.
Next day morning Avantika had to go to the market to buy vegetables. She was going to the regular shop from where her mom buys regularly. She had the list of veggies to be bought. She was busy buying vegetables and suddenly she heard a frail voice begging “Sister can you please get me a cup of tea and 2 biscuits from the nearby tea stall? I am hungry “. Avantika, busy picking veggies, turned to see a haggard looking weary old man. With a suspense in his dull eyes for a hot tea with 2 biscuits to be approved .
Avantika could understand the hunger pangs he was undergoing . At once she went to the nearby tea shop and ordered a cup of hot tea and biscuits to eat with. She asked the old man to sit on a bench and offered him a hot cup of tea slowly. The old man’s hands were trembling and the happiness of being offered was seen in his suddenly shining eyes. Within a second he gulped the tea and ate those biscuits very fast. Avantika ordered some more cups of tea and a marie biscuit packet to eat along with it. The old man with a beaming smile on his wrinkled face, thanked her with folded hands . With tears simultaneously running from his cheeks as if he had won a lottery, he was ready to gobble his best meal for the day.
Avantika could feel a sense of gratitude within herself. “WOW” it’s such a nice feeling !! which can be treasured forever , she thought walking back to the vegetable shop. With a very very happy feeling she came to home with a broad smile on her face . Her mom with a surprised look asked her “ What happened dear? You are smiling so much. Did you meet any of your friends?” Avantika looked at her mom and said “ No nothing like that , mama., i have understood by experiencing myself what is it to LIVE IN THE MOMENTS !!””Avantika”s mom replied “ Yes dear, it gives a person ultimate happiness and contentment which can be cherished forever.”Avantika hugged her mother with a nod and agreed with a smile.
Like I said in the beginning of my blog , small and simple experiences in our day to day life teaches one to understand the meaning of “LIVING IN THE MOMENT WITH GRATITUDE”!!
