The last few days of December are here and I am bundling up a year’s worth of memories, regrets, new wisdom, some learning, lots of love, fresh friendships, rekindled relationships and looking into what 2015 may be holding in the openness of its embrace.
As I write this post, sitting at my workstation, surrounded by the images of things that are familiar- my daughter’s clothes, her wardrobe, a favourite cartoon character on the wall, magnetic letters stuck on an almirah, a bookmark that she made this year- I am trying to envision what I truly, sincerely pray for as the New year pokes its head around the corner.
Resolutions for specific goals (material in nature) don’t make sense to me anymore, since well-intentioned is not nearly the same as well-executed, so I would prefer to envision what 2015 should be for an eight-year-old who has the wisdom of a sage, the heart of a blue whale, the curiosity of fifteen cats combined and the love that only she is capable of.
For you,my dear, I hope that the world never fails you in your hour of need and that you can always give back as much as you get from your surroundings.
I pray that you stay safe and protected from the dangers that abound- both physical and emotional- with your wits about you and your values in place.
I may sound annoyed when you pepper me with your endless stream of questions, but know, that secretly, I always enjoy your wide-eyed look of wonder and curiosity and the fact that you consider me to be a treasure trove of information (however mistaken that may be).
I honestly confess that I feel mixed emotions when you are away from me- a sense of quietude that brings with it relief as well as loneliness, in the most inexplicable way. Know that this will never change, no matter how old you grow.
Finally, my wish for you is that you change only in the things that matter- your horizons and your compassion, which must both continue to grow; and that you stay unchanged in the way you look at me and hug me every single day.
Happy 2015, dearest Gy!
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Only a mother could have written this Shailaja….Wish you and your family,especially the curious one, a very happy new year in advance 🙂
So sweet! Hope ur family n , especially your daughter , have a blessed 2015 :).
If you don't mind me asking, how old is she?
How sweet! You both are blessed (and lucky) to have each other, Shailaja!:-)
Wonderful thoughts from a mother's heart.
A very happy new year to you and gy.
Thank you very much, Naba 🙂 Wishing you and your loved ones the very same 🙂
Thank you so much, Prateek! Wish you the same.
Gy is eight and a half 🙂
Every day, Shilpa, that is one thing that I know 🙂
Thank you so much, Inderpreet 🙂
Lovely thoughts for all of us in tis confusing hectic world.
Oh I love this so much: “I hope that the world never fails you in your hour of need” What a powerful, perfect wish.
This was such a cute post….I miss my mother so much right now.
Thank you very much. I wish the same for you too.
Thank you, Mel. I hope it always rings true.
Aww thanks Red. Hugs to you,my dear.
Love this! Hugs to both of you! Stay blessed! Happy 2015! 🙂
beautiful post and lovely sentiments 🙂
Best wishes to both of you.
It felt like you were reading my mind. Rather any mom's mind. Loved it from the core of my heart. Lots of love and best wishes to Gy and all of you. 🙂
What a beautiful thought and sentiments! I believe it is what all moms wish for their child/ren. May your 2015 be as you dream!
Just so so touching, Shailaja. I wish I could say this to my little Pea when she grows up and becomes ready to take on the world. Thanks for writing this, for all mothers and all daughters right here 🙂
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Thank you very much, Aditi! Happy 2015!
Thank you very much!
How lovely! Thank you very much!
That really means a lot, Rekha. Thank you for the kind words and for the reblog too!
I hope with all my heart that it will be 🙂 Thank you for reading 🙂
Thank you so much, Sreeja dear 🙂 Happy New Year to you!
Thanks a ton! Lovely beginning to 2015, thanks to you all 🙂
This is so endearing! My best wishes for your Lil one. Congratulations for being picked for the Spicy picks!
Wow Shailaja, that's such a beautiful prayer for your daughter! Your post has so much love and warmth! Loved it…
Gosh I've been away too long. I almost missed this one. A very very happy new year to you and to Gy of course.
Thank you, Vinodini! Doubly so!
Thank you so much, Sudha! Glad to see you here on The blog 🙂
,Yes you've been missing, but I know you've been busy. So all is forgiven. Thank you, Tulika. Wish you and yours a lovely year too!