Personal

 "I often wonder why certain people act the way they do. I wonder if their actions are deliberate? Do you think they realise how important you hold them in your life but they play with that? 

"I am not sure. Some people are carefree. They don't have an emotional tie down. But some people are heavy. They are carrying the weight of their world in their heart. I don't think it's personal, so try not to let it get to you".

"I try not to let it affect me but I can't help wonder. I try not to take it personally but it hurts. I try to see it from the other's point of view, but why can't they see it from mine? Why can't they see that I'm hurting? And if I was important to them, they'd know I'm hurting".

"Give it time. Time has a way of sifting through what stays and what goes. And if it's written, it'll stay. Let's meet here again in two weeks' time and you can let me know if it matters". 

Here and now

Chal, ek aur cup chai ka ho jae. 

Sard mausam, baarish aur kambal. 

Aaj kahan jana hai...

Pind

All villages are the same. They contain heritage, quintessential life, and centuries of memories.

Edge

 We stood at the Edge and looked at the starry lights. I went to take a photo and you stood behind me with your hands on my shoulders. I lost concentration for a moment because I felt your hands on me. Securing me, steadying me. It felt beautiful. And those city lights blurred for a moment and time paused. And now when I look back at that photo, all I remember are the city lights twinkling just for us. 

Daddy

 How much do I miss my Dad? I have a photo of him on the sideboard near my dining table. Why? Because he was a foodie, and when I sit to eat my meals, it feels like he's with me. Everyday, I run my index finger down his cheek and smile at him. When I'm excited about some news, I'll tell him. I even told him that his friend died, and to expect him in Heaven. I miss hearing his voice on the phone. My mind still reacts and will remind me to call Dad before he sleeps. I miss his fragrance and I miss kissing his cheek. When I was leaving the hospital one day, before his deterioration, I said "I'll be back tomorrow" and Dad said "I love you" and I said "I love you too!". I'll never forget that. 

A girl's true love. Her Dad.

Paris

 "What's the next city we're going to see?"

"Paree!"

"Can you speak French? I can't. We're going to be in trouble if we both cannot".

"Tout ce qui compte c'est que nous serons ensemble. Tout ce qui compte, ce sont les câlins, les bisous et les moments en ville. Toi avec moi"

"Uh.."

"All that matters is that we will be together. All that matters are hugs, kisses and moments in the city. You, with me". 

"Done".

Tell me

Attention, affection and appreciation. 

That's all. 

That's all I want from you. 

And if you can't do one or all three...

Just tell me.