Oh to be alive

The beauty of our country lies in its multiplicity, in the plurality of cultures and in its intertwined and closely woven ethos. Each community and region has a distinct flavor, language, subtly different and strikingly similar to another, though sometimes just a stone’s throw from another and sometimes situated miles apart. Coexistence is the norm, synchronized existence spells harmony. There is place for everyone under the Sun. These are not just homilies or platitudes, but have been experienced by many including myself. Things go off the handle, so to speak when one becomes too closeted, too possessive and too dependent on a certain aspect or viewpoint. That is exactly what happened a few days ago in a certain town that was just stabilizing after a brush with a near flood situation in some parts and was getting back to normal after a full-fledged devastation in other parts. Damage to property and lives notwithstanding the common man was just managing to get back on his f...

A child is special , a child is tender , looks up to you and often wonders . A child is sensitive , its curious too, looks for role models in you. Be their shining light , be their cover , be there when there is no other . Walk the talk with them, do not double talk or smother . Keep the child alive in you, then see them change and grow anew . ©Copyright Suverchala Kashyap A journey with varied hues... Whether you are a parent, teacher or guide, remember this  is a life long journey, with happiness and sadness combined… Be ready for the tears, be there  with the smiles, set the benchmarks high. But, tell them you will be there  come hail or shine, teach them along the way how to fly…   ©Copyright Suverchala Kashyap