FAMILY

Do you know that you might not have this time to bond ever again?

Heyyy, calm down and listen, and don't you dare say God forbid there because it's not a curse. Why you complain and whine each day about this lockdown, what profitable thing have you done with it, and I don't mean counting feats and certificates. I mean how far have you bonded with the people that matter most to you, how many people have you made laugh in the midst of this crises?

I'm a person who doesn't come home frequently due to stress of travelling and a lot  of other minor but concrete reasons. I've left home for almost 7 months now and this lockdown was my only reason for coming home. To be very honest, I was pained and I whined a little, but I recovered fast because I knew it's for the best (I mean no-one wants corona). I loosened up a little and decided to make the very best of this season.

Earlier today, my siblings and I decided to play the game of "Whot" and in the midst of the game, my brothers laughed so hard that I looked at him and saw the sincerity in his eyes. I didn't know how I had missed that laughter till that moment. I saw my siblings laugh together as the game proceeded that I had to thank God immediately for the gift of siblings. It's a privilege to call these ones mine. My parents too aren't left in this joy and happiness that in the midst of all the crises out there, we still have a place to call home (Home is where happiness lies). Honestly, I didn't know how much I had missed those laughters, smiles and sparkles that shines in their eyes as we discuss. I had definitely missed home.

I've decided to make this season one full of happiness and joy. One to always look back and remember. Yes, the society is in disarray and chaos, but we choose to remain happy and joyful. We choose to bond and we chose family time.

To someone out there who's not at home, you probably  got stuck somewhere and you have to remain there till this whole thing is over, I beg of you to make this time count. Call your folks and check on them. Bond with whoever you're with. Make someone laugh this season, because trust me, there's a whole lot of reason to be downcast. Be the reason someone is laughing.

To those at home with family, enough of 'Me' time, it's time for "Family" time. Play games together, sing together, eat together, reminisce together and most importantly, pray together.

This too shall pass, but while we are at it, we live and love. Spread the love and laugh so wide.

#Bondingtime
#Itstimeforfamily.



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