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A conversation... This was narrated by an IAF pilot to IIT students in a special seminar on HUMAN RELATION.
My parents left for our native place on Thursday, and we went to the airport to see them off. In fact, my father had never traveled by air before, so I took this opportunity to make him experience the same.
Despite being asked to book train tickets, I got them tickets on Jet Airways. The moment I handed over the tickets to him, he was surprised to see that I had booked them by air. The excitement was very apparent on his face, waiting for the time of travel. Just like a schoolboy, he was preparing himself on that day, and we all went to the airport - from using the trolley for his luggage, the baggage check-in, asking for a window seat, to waiting restlessly for the security check-in to happen. He was thoroughly enjoying himself, and I, too, was overcome with joy watching him experience all these things.
As they were about to go through the security check-in, he walked up to me with tears in his eyes and thanked me. He became very emotional, and it was not as if I had done something great, but the fact that this meant a great deal to him.
When he said thanks, I told him there was no need to thank me. However, later, reflecting on the entire incident, I looked back at my life. As a child, how many dreams our parents have made come true. Without understanding the financial situation, we ask for cricket bats, dresses, toys, outings, etc. Regardless of their affordability, they have catered to all our needs. Did we ever think about the sacrifices they had to make to accommodate many of our wishes? Did we ever say thanks for all that they have done for us?
Similarly, today when it comes to our children, we always think that we should put them in a good school. Regardless of the amount of donation, we will ensure that we give the child the best - theme parks, toys, etc. But we tend to forget that our parents have sacrificed a lot for our sake to see us happy. Therefore, it is our responsibility to ensure that their dreams are realized, and what they failed to see when they were young, it is our responsibility to ensure that they experience all those and their life is complete.
Many times, when my parents asked me some questions, I have actually answered back without patience. When my daughter asks me something, I have been very polite in answering. Now I realize how they would have felt at those moments. Let us realize that old age is a second childhood, and just as we take care of our children, the same attention and care need to be given to our parents and elders.
Rather than my dad saying thank you to me, I would want to say sorry for making him wait so long for this small dream. I do realize how much he has sacrificed for my sake, and I will do my best to give the best possible attention to all their wishes.
Just because they are old does not mean that they will have to give up everything and keep sacrificing for their grandchildren. They have wishes, too.
Take good care of your parents!
Best Regards,
Ram
From India, Hyderabad
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A conversation... This was narrated by an IAF pilot to IIT students in a special seminar on HUMAN RELATION.
My parents left for our native place on Thursday, and we went to the airport to see them off. In fact, my father had never traveled by air before, so I took this opportunity to make him experience the same.
Despite being asked to book train tickets, I got them tickets on Jet Airways. The moment I handed over the tickets to him, he was surprised to see that I had booked them by air. The excitement was very apparent on his face, waiting for the time of travel. Just like a schoolboy, he was preparing himself on that day, and we all went to the airport - from using the trolley for his luggage, the baggage check-in, asking for a window seat, to waiting restlessly for the security check-in to happen. He was thoroughly enjoying himself, and I, too, was overcome with joy watching him experience all these things.
As they were about to go through the security check-in, he walked up to me with tears in his eyes and thanked me. He became very emotional, and it was not as if I had done something great, but the fact that this meant a great deal to him.
When he said thanks, I told him there was no need to thank me. However, later, reflecting on the entire incident, I looked back at my life. As a child, how many dreams our parents have made come true. Without understanding the financial situation, we ask for cricket bats, dresses, toys, outings, etc. Regardless of their affordability, they have catered to all our needs. Did we ever think about the sacrifices they had to make to accommodate many of our wishes? Did we ever say thanks for all that they have done for us?
Similarly, today when it comes to our children, we always think that we should put them in a good school. Regardless of the amount of donation, we will ensure that we give the child the best - theme parks, toys, etc. But we tend to forget that our parents have sacrificed a lot for our sake to see us happy. Therefore, it is our responsibility to ensure that their dreams are realized, and what they failed to see when they were young, it is our responsibility to ensure that they experience all those and their life is complete.
Many times, when my parents asked me some questions, I have actually answered back without patience. When my daughter asks me something, I have been very polite in answering. Now I realize how they would have felt at those moments. Let us realize that old age is a second childhood, and just as we take care of our children, the same attention and care need to be given to our parents and elders.
Rather than my dad saying thank you to me, I would want to say sorry for making him wait so long for this small dream. I do realize how much he has sacrificed for my sake, and I will do my best to give the best possible attention to all their wishes.
Just because they are old does not mean that they will have to give up everything and keep sacrificing for their grandchildren. They have wishes, too.
Take good care of your parents!
Best Regards,
Ram
From India, Hyderabad
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Hi Ram,
Wonderful!!!
I have read this story long back. Since then, there has not been a single day when I refused anything to my parents. We generally realize their importance in our lives once they are gone. This realization is not limited to this relationship; it generally happens in all relationships.
Thank you for making us realize their importance and unconditional love.
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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115Wonderful!!!
I have read this story long back. Since then, there has not been a single day when I refused anything to my parents. We generally realize their importance in our lives once they are gone. This realization is not limited to this relationship; it generally happens in all relationships.
Thank you for making us realize their importance and unconditional love.
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Hi Ram,
Awesome!
I wish we all could think about our parents and in-laws this way too, not just fulfilling our dreams and prioritizing our children's needs. I will try my best to follow this.
Regards,
Neelam.
From India, Mumbai
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Awesome!
I wish we all could think about our parents and in-laws this way too, not just fulfilling our dreams and prioritizing our children's needs. I will try my best to follow this.
Regards,
Neelam.
From India, Mumbai
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Dear Ram,
This is a brilliant article to remind us about the valuable things we miss while we are on the rat race to achieve more. Articles like this pull us back and make us realize the important things that we so easily tend to forget. Good one!!!!
Regards,
Ashra
From Sri Lanka
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This is a brilliant article to remind us about the valuable things we miss while we are on the rat race to achieve more. Articles like this pull us back and make us realize the important things that we so easily tend to forget. Good one!!!!
Regards,
Ashra
From Sri Lanka
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Ram,
A moving experience. Reminds me of the similar reflections when I got my father-in-law a ticket for his travel from Delhi to Chennai by Jet Airways. It was his first-ever travel in his 60 years, and I still remember how he was moved and thrilled. He was my friend, philosopher, and guide. Thank you for reminding the values of the relationship.
Regards,
Venkat
From India, Mumbai
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A moving experience. Reminds me of the similar reflections when I got my father-in-law a ticket for his travel from Delhi to Chennai by Jet Airways. It was his first-ever travel in his 60 years, and I still remember how he was moved and thrilled. He was my friend, philosopher, and guide. Thank you for reminding the values of the relationship.
Regards,
Venkat
From India, Mumbai
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Hi Ram,
A truly moving and outstanding reminder on human relations, which are becoming endangered due to ever-rising hostilities and cut-throat competition.
I would like to see many more such contributions from you. Keep sharing.
Regards, PRADEEP
From India, Hyderabad
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A truly moving and outstanding reminder on human relations, which are becoming endangered due to ever-rising hostilities and cut-throat competition.
I would like to see many more such contributions from you. Keep sharing.
Regards, PRADEEP
From India, Hyderabad
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Hi Ram,
That's so touching! Thanks for making me realize, though subconsciously we are aware of it. But in the midst of our busy schedule, you know what happens.
Cheers,
Rajashree
Director, XLRI, Singapore (offshoot of XLRI, Jamshedpur)
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That's so touching! Thanks for making me realize, though subconsciously we are aware of it. But in the midst of our busy schedule, you know what happens.
Cheers,
Rajashree
Director, XLRI, Singapore (offshoot of XLRI, Jamshedpur)
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Dear All, Also take care of the grand parents as well. We have a school in Thane, which invites grand parents separately for all school functions. Can other follow this too ??? Govind
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Hello all,
As someone who has been living oceans away from his parents for the last twenty years, I truly appreciate this article. When I look back at how much they sacrificed to send me to schools in the states and made sure I had a better life than they did, I am grateful.
Thank you for the beautiful piece.
Suliman/Atlanta
From United States
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As someone who has been living oceans away from his parents for the last twenty years, I truly appreciate this article. When I look back at how much they sacrificed to send me to schools in the states and made sure I had a better life than they did, I am grateful.
Thank you for the beautiful piece.
Suliman/Atlanta
From United States
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Hi, the said post was very simple yet is very true. Thank you for with your simple story for I have realize many things that needs to be prioritized. hope that other people will read it also. adette
From Philippines, Quezon City
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From Philippines, Quezon City
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Ram,
Nothing very new. We all know, but it's people like you who bring it out at intervals and wake up the subconscious!
I sincerely hope that those who have responded wake up in a true sense and do a bit towards that. It is also a fact that we realize and miss these human relations once they are gone... I am one among them, but alas! It's too late.
So wake up friends and do whatever you can until they are there with you because tomorrow may not come!
Cordially, preet
From India, Bangalore
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Nothing very new. We all know, but it's people like you who bring it out at intervals and wake up the subconscious!
I sincerely hope that those who have responded wake up in a true sense and do a bit towards that. It is also a fact that we realize and miss these human relations once they are gone... I am one among them, but alas! It's too late.
So wake up friends and do whatever you can until they are there with you because tomorrow may not come!
Cordially, preet
From India, Bangalore
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Hey Ram,
It's one of the wonderful articles I ever read, very touching. In this busy life, we almost tend to forget the importance of true relationships. This article should definitely help everybody understand the real meaning of relationships and learn to respect their elders, especially parents, whom we owe a lot.
Regards,
Bushra
From India, Hyderabad
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It's one of the wonderful articles I ever read, very touching. In this busy life, we almost tend to forget the importance of true relationships. This article should definitely help everybody understand the real meaning of relationships and learn to respect their elders, especially parents, whom we owe a lot.
Regards,
Bushra
From India, Hyderabad
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It is equally my feeling too. It once again made me recall my childhood days. We can only make our parents happy by looking into their small interests and satisfying them. It is really great, and thank you for sharing a happy incident from your life.
Good luck,
amdprasad
From India, Mumbai
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Good luck,
amdprasad
From India, Mumbai
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Dear Ram,
It was really touching. It hurts to think that I have nothing left to do for my parents as both of them are resting in peace.
Being the only child of my parents, my mom used to pamper me, but Dad was really determined that I should never be a spoiled brat. As I grew up, and especially after I followed his path to law school, we were the best of friends. I miss his voice, the hug, and the good times we used to share.
Recently, I came across an article with the following quote:
"till the age of 5 pamper your children, till 14 be strict with them, punish them when you must, after that keep them as your best friends!"
In my school days, I was such a rogue that I would not eat a dosa if it was perfectly round in shape, never drink milk because I didn't like the smell of it, or eat fish, especially the curry!
Things changed when once for a birthday, I was taken by my dad to an orphanage where only mentally retarded children were there!
I was shell shocked to find them. When my dad said, "Son, just think how privileged you are when compared to these kids!"
I have no words to describe the kind of T&D I got from my dad. I am sure every one of us would have similar experiences to cherish. As someone rightly said, you never realize that your parents were really good until and unless you become one.
My only request to all here is to take care of your loved ones when they are still alive; otherwise, it might be late, too late!
Best regards,
Jeevan
From India, Pune
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It was really touching. It hurts to think that I have nothing left to do for my parents as both of them are resting in peace.
Being the only child of my parents, my mom used to pamper me, but Dad was really determined that I should never be a spoiled brat. As I grew up, and especially after I followed his path to law school, we were the best of friends. I miss his voice, the hug, and the good times we used to share.
Recently, I came across an article with the following quote:
"till the age of 5 pamper your children, till 14 be strict with them, punish them when you must, after that keep them as your best friends!"
In my school days, I was such a rogue that I would not eat a dosa if it was perfectly round in shape, never drink milk because I didn't like the smell of it, or eat fish, especially the curry!
Things changed when once for a birthday, I was taken by my dad to an orphanage where only mentally retarded children were there!
I was shell shocked to find them. When my dad said, "Son, just think how privileged you are when compared to these kids!"
I have no words to describe the kind of T&D I got from my dad. I am sure every one of us would have similar experiences to cherish. As someone rightly said, you never realize that your parents were really good until and unless you become one.
My only request to all here is to take care of your loved ones when they are still alive; otherwise, it might be late, too late!
Best regards,
Jeevan
From India, Pune
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Hi,
It is indeed touching, especially for those of us who are parents as we have now stepped into the shoes of our parents. As parents, one thinks of nothing except give, give, and give sometimes it may even hurt, but it is done absolutely unconditionally. But as children, we have often failed to even realize that parents also have feelings and they need to be loved and reciprocated.
I, for one, feel that we need to reach out to them every time they need our help, especially in their old age - be it materialistically or physically.
Regards,
Chris
From India, Panipat
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It is indeed touching, especially for those of us who are parents as we have now stepped into the shoes of our parents. As parents, one thinks of nothing except give, give, and give sometimes it may even hurt, but it is done absolutely unconditionally. But as children, we have often failed to even realize that parents also have feelings and they need to be loved and reciprocated.
I, for one, feel that we need to reach out to them every time they need our help, especially in their old age - be it materialistically or physically.
Regards,
Chris
From India, Panipat
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