It could have been me..
The past few weeks have been filled with news that made you shudder every morning when we accessed the phone. Shudder to think who has hit the bucket, who else has succumbed to Covid, which family has been brought to their knees by this unknown, unseen enemy. It's the first time that you actually felt your breath every morning and sent out a silent 'thank you' for feeling it!
It also has made me think 'It could have been me..'
It could have been me whose passing away was being circulated on WhatsApp groups and so many people replying a life less 'RIP' or 'Om Shanti' and forgetting all about it the next minute.
It could have been me struggling to get an Oxygen bed desperately with the husband man running pillar to post for the same.
It could have been my obituary in the newspaper, which by the looks of it may need a separate supplement these days.
It could have been me who recovered from Covid but the lungs got so damaged in the process, that the body gave up.
It could have been my funeral not happening because of lack of place, wood , ambulance what not!
However, since the Universe has been so extra kind that here I am not only penning this down but also ringing in my next birthday, I feel humbled and rather privileged to be alive today! So what next? Having gotten this honour of being alive, I do feel a strong sense of purpose of service and sticking to the 'only' purpose of life - self realization.
I heard this vow recently that I could connect so well with
"I do not know how far I've progressed or whether I shall arrive or perish on the way; All I know is that clinging to the hand of my Lord, I shall walk on. Let the world say what it will. Let the heavens shower their blessings of compassion or deal their thunders of doom. I shall walk till I arrive or fall. I would much rather drop off unfulfilled in this path, than succeed in any lesser sphere of life. This is my vow"
If you are reading this I request you to not only wish me success on achieving my purpose but what would you have said about me, if I had really gone away . It's like me wanting to read my obituary. Come on play along! Say all the good , bad, ugly things about what I mean to you . This would be the best birthday gift for me. Thank you in advance!
P. S It is not an ego boosting exercise!
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Secondly, (not that I want to unnecessarily praise you, but) you are the sweetest being I know. I love the way you reach out to those you think need a loving touch. I love how you never give up on a relationship. Having you in my life has been the biggest plus!
I wish you many more happy birthdays and joyful moments! Stay healthy, happy and just as sweet!
However , how can I agree to this virtual goodbye and thank you’s etx …. I still need to have round two in Maharashtra Bhavan with you. Wait until then :)
Wishing you all the best once again. God bless. Take care. Stay safe and healthy
Francis
Anjali
God bless you!
RD
Why not celebrate our beautiful past memories and our bright present.....Nevertheless one thing is for sure it has been a absolute pleasure knowing you since childhood....don't remember when and how we became friends in school but you have never failed to bring about a smile on my face in person or virtually....God bless you dear with good health, happiness and peace.
When I started reading, I didn't expect that you would ask such a feedback like this!
In the present scenario every minute is a Blessing and everybody should be thankful to the Almighty in all ways.
Coming to the feedback,
I would have lost a very wonderful, enthusiastic sister in my life. This World would have lost a humble and caring Angel. The needy people who receive alms would be missing your help forever.
Definitely, each and every person born in this world will have an end, but let the Almighty bless you abundantly by giving you a complete life and allowing you to continue your daily routines without any hindrance.
GOD BLESS YOU SUCHA.
I remember you as my little friend in grade two who shared my bench , a friend who was immensely likeable , lovable , happy to help amd a congenial sweet girl .
On this day I wish you a life full of joy and happiness and may He take you on more adventures that will make every moment memorable and joyful .
The world needs love . And kindness .The world needs to heal . So hang in there buddy . You are not going anywhere so soon .
Not yet . ......Miles to go before you sleep .
But ma’am ur thoughts have actually pinned down the reality that cud ve happened to anyone of us so like u I’m also thankful to God for making me survive this HURRICANE!!!
Best wishes on ur birthday SUCHA MAAM!!!
Wud await for more of ur write ups!!!
Have a blessed and safe year maam
Regards
Neha sharma��������❤️❤️����
'Send me some feathers from your wings for I need to bookmark my chapters with you. Send me some smiles for I need to see Sunshine...watch over me as I exist untill we live again.'