Tuesday 15 September 2015

The joy of finding a rainbow after a storm !

Anisha, yesterday there was heavy rain in Randersacker. After the rain, the sun came out. I was so sure that we will see a rainbow. We both went out and there it was, very bright and beautiful ! The rain has washed away all the dirt, and everything appeared so clean - the trees, the leaves, the grass, everything ! The entire atmosphere was relaxing. I couldn't stop clicking the beauty which my eyes captured. I hope, one day you will enjoy these rainbow pictures, too. You will get to see what my eyes saw and enjoyed !
You are our rainbow, too ! You came after a heavy storm - after we lost our twins ! I thought, I wouldn't survive the dark days that followed the loss of our little ones.
But, I did. When the stormy days are over, you appeared in our life like this beautiful rainbow. Or, your appearance ended our stormy days. I am grateful for your presence every single moment. I make sure to enjoy every moment with you. Your presence is a huge blessing.
Anisha, we are fortunate enough to live in a place where nature is at its best. There is greenery everywhere, the air smells so clean. Now, the autumn has arrived. The leaves are getting old and they will be gone soon. The apples and grapes are ripe. What a sight it is to see ripe grapes hanging on the vine ! Oh, how I wish that we could stay here fworever ! Since it's a small village, people are very kind and friendly, too ( probably, they are much happier than their city-dwelling counterparts ! ) . Yesterday, a grandma saw you when we went to buy groceries. She is very happy and excited to see you, little one. Do you know what she said ? She said, when you grow up, you will look like an angel :) That's a great compliment, isn't it ?
 I used to long to stay in such a place, I used to long for a house like this. But, we never managed to do so. Money was so important those days. Infertility treatments are very costly. But now, money doesn't seem to be important. Only you, your well being is important. I wanted a place where you could grow happy, comfortable and healthy. Fortunately, we are blessed to be in such a place. Perhaps, you are meant to spend your earlier days here. Why else should we get this opportunity to stay in a place like this ? My heart fills with joy when I see you enjoying and growing up with nature.
Everything appears like a dream ! All my wishes have come true so beautifully. That's unbelievable, and I am scared at times. I have learnt that life is so unpredictable. Everything can change at a wink of an eye. Nothing in this world lasts forever, nothing remains unchanged. This wisdom has instilled in me a deep sense of gratitude and humility. It has taught me to enjoy the present moment. It has helped me to appreciate everything and everyone, I have in my life. Anisha, life changes constantly. So, when you are facing a hard time, be strong and patient. Hard times won't last forever, life will get better, for sure. And, if you are enjoying happy times, remember that, it won't last longer too. So, be humble and thankful !
Below are some pictures of the rainbow, and also some pictures of us. We go for a morning stroll everyday ( the pictures were clicked by your dad during one such time ) , and those are our most beautiful moments of togetherness. 
Love,
Amma

Monday 7 September 2015

Yashodha and little Krishna

Whenever, I used to see the below painting of Yashodha and Krishna, I used to dream of having a similar picture with my little one, too. If you wonder why most of our pictures are in a similar pose, this is the reason :) Doesn't reality look much better than the painting ?

Saturday 5 September 2015

Our Little Krishna !

Dear Anisha,
This year Gokulashtami ( Lord Krishna's Birthday Celebration - a Hindu festival ! )  is a very, very special one. Before I had you, every year, I used to wonder when will I have you so that I could decorate you as Little Krishna ! In Indian mythology, Lord Krishna was portrayed as a mischievous, beautiful, heart-capturing young one. He has a peacock feather decorating his crown and a flute in his hand. When he plays the flute, the music produced was said to mesmerize even the cattle. Whenever, I see pictures of little ones dressed like Little Krishna, my heart used to melt. Little children of  your age ooze out so much divine beauty and hence when dressed up like Little Krishna, they capture everyone's heart. You are no exception, you were  looking divine. You looked so adorable. And that divine smile, oh, how much I love your smile ! Anisha, I feel so blessed and thankful for having you. Be very happy always ! Love you.
Amma