The whole world celebrated mother's day this Sunday. My FB timeline was filled with mother's day wishes so was twitter. A mother's sacrifice, love, care, dedication, the child being the center of her life, sleepless nights. Mother's appreciation in all glory.
I slept till 9, got ready for a wedding, had early lunch at 11, left to Bangalore from Chennai. I called my mother and wished in the evening. Though she knows about mother's day, she doesn't remember the date like birthdays or anniversaries. It is unlike for a woman who has an elephantine memory and I am fortunate enough to inherit that quality of her. Its only because of good memory I used to clear my exams. I digress.
My mom is the innocent kind. She doesn't critically analyse people like I do. She believes whatever she hears or sees. It is she who chose my name, which I am proud of by the way. She isn't an atheist like me, but not much of a believer either. Sometimes I even doubt her beliefs. She doesn't regard horoscope, palmistry, vasthu, and all that jazz. She is a movie buff just like me, though now a days she prefers daily soaps much to my dismay. She is technologically challenged. Another trait of mine. Her political knowledge and current affairs are immense. She is punctuate. All things need to be done on time, which really is a pain in the you-know-where sometimes. I don't remember her scoldings. She never lifted a finger on my siblings or me. She is a nurturer. She always made sure we are well-fed. Though extremely caring, but not expressive.
Our roles reversed a long time ago. It is my mom who said I am like mother and she the daughter. Yes, I try to keep her away from stressful, sad news because she is a constant worrier. I like to pamper her, splurge on her. I protect her like mother hen. I call her once in two days and she is her chirpy self, gossiping and discussing what is happening around the world. It could be the most cliched thing "my mom is the best cook in the world." She is. The patrode (colacacea leaves dipped in batter and steam cooked), neer dose, kotte kadubu, chattambade, basale huli. I can go on and on. Really, they are drool worthy. Even though all the recipes are available online, I would call her and ask just to make her happy.
Despite being a rebellion and drama queen, I was a good daughter. All that changed when I fell in love and hell-bent on taking the relationship forward. My father and I were estranged for a four long years. It is my mother who suffered the most in this battle. I know I hurt her really bad. I would like to believe she has forgiven me. Aren't mothers epitome of forgiveness. But hey mom don't you agree I found you a picture perfect son-in-law who loves your little girl to bits and pieces.
She loved, cherished, sacrificed, worried, cared, fought for us. She not even once made us feel guilty about not spending enough time with her. Not even once she mentioned how much she struggled to raise us. She is all happy and fun when kids are around. I don't think she can tolerate us more than a few days. She needs her space and control on remote too. She doesn't intrude in our personal life, but all ears when need be. She is easy to laugh with as she has her own weird sense of humour. She raised a strong, opinionated, independent, individualistic(narcissist I am) daughter and for me she is the best mother in the whole world.
PS: She is an amazing mother-in-law too. Ask my sisters-in-law and hubby. They will vouch for her.
Game of thrones, highly acclaimed fantasy drama created for HBO. It is an adaptation of George R. R. Martin's "A song of ice and fire", created by David Benioff and D.B.Weiss.
I read rave reviews and keen to give a try though a little skeptical. Hubby was all game as usual. We have Samsung smart TV and hard disc can be connected to it. In the comfort of home, cuddled on the couch with surrounding sound our journey begins. And Oh boy! What a joyous ride it is.
The series set in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos. The narrative is categorized into three. One, noble houses battling for the iron throne of the seven kingdom. Second, rising threat beyond the wall and its mythical creatures (white walkers). Third, exiled princess'(rightful heir!)pursuit in reclaiming the realm and iron throne.
Why do I think it is one of the greatest shows of current time? The story is intriguing and incredible. I haven't read books, but now definitely want to. It has numerous characters and each develops in its own phase, so do our emotional bondage with them. It is unpredictable. Everybody is vulnerable, easily disposable, and very much natural. I had many sleepless nights wondering who is going to die in the next episode or season, good and bad alike. They are conceivable and in sync with current world. Is it possible to completely loath someone and love at the same time? It is in this fictional world. Opinions of individual characters and houses change throughout the series. Once your most despised character, turns out to be most cherished when you see the world through their eyes. You can't apply first impression is the best theory here. It is not always good win over evil, though it is too early for me to say this(We are in fifth season now). No one-dimensional character here. Everybody has their own demons to fight for.
It portrays the the emotion of love, compassion, betrayal, revenge, treachery, family, honor. It has the scandalous incest, homosexuality, bisexuality, polyamory, sex, and ample of nudity. The beautiful chateau, dungeons, picturesque countryside, menacing dragons, medieval landscape, and costumes will transport you into a different era. It is truly a visual treat. Many people complain about the gory and violence, but in my humble opinion the story demands it. And it is clearly not for the fainthearted.
I wish I could narrate the story here. Then it hit me hard the writer hasn't completed the novel yet. I hope to key down my favourite characters here in the coming days.
Daenerys Targaryen, Tyrwin Lannister, Arya Stark, Cerci Lanister, John Snow, Eddard Stark, Ser Jorah Mormont, Little finger, master of whisperers and many more. I am clueless what is going to happen in the coming days. Hubby and I fervently debate over the characters like they are our extended family. My stake is on Daenerys Stormborn to win the "Iron Throne." I fear for my favourite characters because I know George Martin is a ruthless old man who doesn't believe in happy endings. Fans know what I am talking here.
If you haven't watched it yet, no issues. But make time to watch it because GOT is the best thing that ever happened to television. I highly recommend it for its general awesomeness.
Some of the dialogues:
"Winter is coming"
"A Lannisters always pay their debts"
"I learnt how to die a long time ago"
"Kings are dying like flies"
PS: One of the worst fears in my life is to die without knowing what is going to happen to GOT. Can your blame hubby for thinking I am insane?
