The other day my nine year old sister gave me a list of things to shop from the market. Her list is always sweet and fun. There are a few pencils, crayons, gift wraps and all good and uncomplicated stuff. But this time she mentioned a 'string of love' in her list. When asked she innocently replied that string of love is a Rakhi she has to offer to the soldiers who protect our nation from the bad enemies. My heart skipped a beat when I heard her words. I never expected my angel to be so thoughtful at such a tender age.
In this hodge- podge of life have we ever thought of the people who are miles away from their beloved ones, surrendering their ease and striving each and every moment for the patronage of their motherland? It takes a lot of plucks to live for your brethren and everybody cannot have such composure. What we as commoners can have is some generosity to show our gratitude to the custodians of nation. Imagine if every single one of us makes an effort to bring a smile to the face of our brave guardians, how contented could they feel! Simultaneously how connected could we feel!
We are one nation and not a compartmentalized body of civilians and protectors.
Happy rakshabandhan and Happy independence!! :)
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