I don’t know at 44 whether I am young or old …experienced or not experienced …know much or not …but yes at times now when see a thing happening …can identify a emotion attached to it . And today after going umpteen times through this scene I am definitely giving it the name “Happiness”.
As in most of the families …we also spend quality time during meal times …and specially during dinner . Though at times kids still have some unfinished stuff and it is touch and go at the table but generally if all four are present, a conversation on any random topic is bound to start. It can be really varied …football (dominating subject by kids) , current affairs , politics , stock market , any good movie , a concept they want to know more about from Suyash …and so on .
What I love is neither they are prepared for any discussion , nor anything is planned , it is spontaneous. They sometimes have lots to contribute on that topic and at times they are vague . But the beauty lies in the fact that once they start listening they have so many questions , there is a willingness to learn more about it . And while going through that they remember things connected to it and from this to that …it goes on.
What am I doing at this time …listening for sure …participating at times …but truely speaking have other things like wrapping up of kitchen …planning next days breakfast etc going on in mind …and hence as there conversations become deep …somehow i pull out . Amidst the non stop chit chat somehow try to tell them to finish food and continue …which i should compliment they are sensitive to and cooperate …but even after things are wrapped up …they are still engrossed in discussions and it continues till it’s time for good nights .
And yes this is “Happiness” for me . To see them spending time , chatting away, keeping their points , when discussing …a 13 year old , a 18 year old and a 45 year old …all are speaking equally and respecting each other’s knowledge of the topic discussed . It’s such a joy to see that bond developing …exchanging ideas , at times pulling each other’s legs …it is a pleasure…at times there are counter arguments …I also love the fact they don’t give in until they are actually agree to …understand it.
Guys can tell for sure time spent with family is precious and in one term pure happiness . Strong advice do more and more of it …be it meal time , weekend outings , vacations …whichever way but do it …!