CONVERSATION WITH RAM
Finally, Winter has withdrawn , after wreaking havoc in the final stages.
Life is back to normal after three months of generally cold weather
conditions. There are signs of a new awakening everywhere- in the form
of flowering peaches, plums, apricots etc, and above all, hordes of birds
appearing on the trees and on the ground, celebrating the arrival of Spring.
The number of birds visiting my compound has increased dramatically,
mainly due to the disappearance of Appu, my cat, whose memory evokes
much pain. He disappeared in April, due to a misunderstanding. Perhaps he
wanted to return after a few days, but some kind of disaster struck, and
he is confirmed dead. The birds are aware of this, and now they are
everywhere, because there's no fear of imminent attack.
Ram, the weaver bird, has returned , and has started his futile exercise of
building nests. He was away for 4 months, to escape from the icy winter.
We had a short conversation , during his break.
Ram
Where's our friend, Appu ?
Kuri
Don't mention his name. It triggers very painful memories. I just want
to bury those memories.
Ram
Why? what happened ?
Kuri
He is presumed dead.
Ram
What happened ? Be frank. He was a good friend. I'm very sorry.
Kuri
He left in protest about something. Some kind of misunderstanding.
Ram
He is sorely missed.
Kuri
Anyway, there's a good lesson to be learned from this sad incident, especially
for the youth.
Ram
What lesson?
Kuri
Some children quarrel with their parents for very insignificant reasons, and
run away from their homes. They jump into conclusions. They want to teach
their parents a lesson. Perhaps they intend to return after a few days, but they
sink deeper and deeper into trouble, from where there are no escape routes.
Ram
That's most regrettable.
Kuri
The worst thing is that some youngsters commit suicide, for problems
that can be solved very easily. For example, we have heard of girls who
have committed suicide, simply for having been denied a bank loan for
higher studies, or after being cheated by boys. There are boys and girls
who commit suicide simply for failing an exam.
Ram
Do you mean that Appu committed suicide ?
Kuri
No, but his sudden departure ended in some kind of tragedy. The lesson
to be learned is that, no matter how serious your problem is, share it with
somebody. Don't allow your problem to develop into a bomb that will consume
you in a ball of fire. Talk to somebody, to your parents, teachers, peers etc etc.
There are so many people willing to offer a helping hand....
Ram
I shall follow your advice.
Kuri
I'm very happy to hear that.
Ram
Thanks. Bye.
Kuri
Bye.
.
Finally, Winter has withdrawn , after wreaking havoc in the final stages.
Life is back to normal after three months of generally cold weather
conditions. There are signs of a new awakening everywhere- in the form
of flowering peaches, plums, apricots etc, and above all, hordes of birds
appearing on the trees and on the ground, celebrating the arrival of Spring.
The number of birds visiting my compound has increased dramatically,
mainly due to the disappearance of Appu, my cat, whose memory evokes
much pain. He disappeared in April, due to a misunderstanding. Perhaps he
wanted to return after a few days, but some kind of disaster struck, and
he is confirmed dead. The birds are aware of this, and now they are
everywhere, because there's no fear of imminent attack.
Ram, the weaver bird, has returned , and has started his futile exercise of
building nests. He was away for 4 months, to escape from the icy winter.
We had a short conversation , during his break.
Ram
Where's our friend, Appu ?
Kuri
Don't mention his name. It triggers very painful memories. I just want
to bury those memories.
Ram
Why? what happened ?
Kuri
He is presumed dead.
Ram
What happened ? Be frank. He was a good friend. I'm very sorry.
Kuri
He left in protest about something. Some kind of misunderstanding.
Ram
He is sorely missed.
Kuri
Anyway, there's a good lesson to be learned from this sad incident, especially
for the youth.
Ram
What lesson?
Kuri
Some children quarrel with their parents for very insignificant reasons, and
run away from their homes. They jump into conclusions. They want to teach
their parents a lesson. Perhaps they intend to return after a few days, but they
sink deeper and deeper into trouble, from where there are no escape routes.
Ram
That's most regrettable.
Kuri
The worst thing is that some youngsters commit suicide, for problems
that can be solved very easily. For example, we have heard of girls who
have committed suicide, simply for having been denied a bank loan for
higher studies, or after being cheated by boys. There are boys and girls
who commit suicide simply for failing an exam.
Ram
Do you mean that Appu committed suicide ?
Kuri
No, but his sudden departure ended in some kind of tragedy. The lesson
to be learned is that, no matter how serious your problem is, share it with
somebody. Don't allow your problem to develop into a bomb that will consume
you in a ball of fire. Talk to somebody, to your parents, teachers, peers etc etc.
There are so many people willing to offer a helping hand....
Ram
I shall follow your advice.
Kuri
I'm very happy to hear that.
Ram
Thanks. Bye.
Kuri
Bye.
.
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