Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Letter to my son, Shivansh

Dear Shivansh,

You are by far the cutest and most adorable person that humankind has ever seen. If Shreya brings us a smile, you give us reasons to laugh. You have the brightest and most brilliant smile. As much as you look like your dad, I wish you are a noble soul like him and more.

What people mistake as an easy-going attitude is actually your dad's ability to absorb all worries, especially of the people he loves. Learn to be jovial, at all times, laugh often, celebrate everything small and appreciate the simple things. Trust me, it will help you through the tallest difficulties and more importantly gives immense strength to the people around you.

I want you to become a person who knows the difference between ego and self-respect. If you can keep your ego aside and be selfless, you can have meaningful relations and real friendships. But in being so, don’t forget that it is important to know when and how to say ‘no’.

I want you to learn to do every chore independently without thinking you're not meant to do it. I want you to respect every person, irrespective of who they are, and the ones who teach you something right, more. I want you to be inquisitive and have the passion to explore, who knows one day you can uncover what you're meant to do. I want you to have the wisdom to understand your limits and never mistake them as your limitations. Be unafraid to try new things and have the zing to keep trying lest you fail.

I never want you to feel superior for who you are or where you come from and never ever feel inferior for what you may not have. I wish you oodles of confidence to be a go-getter.

The problem most of the parents have is that they expect their children to seek them just as they did as kids. My wish, Shivansh, is that may you grow so sensible and mature that you never have to seek your dad or me. And if you ever do, remember that we are always there for you.

And please keep smiling. It is now the reason we wake up every morning.

Committed to you for life,
Your mum