[highlight]“Children are the anchors that hold a mother to life.”[/highlight]— Sophocles says it and so does my Mom who feels she was born again after me. Why should Mother’s day a worldwide celebration of motherhood just happen on a particular day? For those selfless sacrifices of Mom’s throughout our lives, don’t you feel everyday should be a mother’s day! 1st August, 1991, was the day I was born and so did my mom who claimed to get a new life with me. Thus, what could be better than celebrating #MomsDayOut in association with W for Woman than today? 😀
Ever wondered about the ‘Mom’, ‘Mumma’, ‘Mum’, etc, motherly terms that have been today replacing those conventional ones like ‘Maa’ & ‘Mummy’? I tell you my story! I call my Mother “Mum” and this was not lately to make a statement like the new era children. Rather, this name dates back to when I was merely 10 months old, started speaking and addressing her. As usual I had difficulty in uttering the word ‘Mummy’ like other children. I called water as ‘mum’ which was quite easy for me. Thus after several unsuccessful attempts by others to make me learn “mummy”, I although learnt ‘pani’, but ended up calling her ‘mum’ forever, even till date. 😛 She is as vital as water in my life as life seems incomplete without that drop of life named of “Mum”. She’s that ‘water-factor’ which keeps me cool when I’m in my haughty moods.
Today, although I have grown up gradually, but my Mum is ever young and beautiful. When the two walk together on the streets of style, people seldom say ‘The 2 SISTERS look perfect together’. When dad’s friends ring up home and mum picks the call, she is addressed as “Beta, Papa is there?” and when I pick it I get embarrassed by “Namastey bhabhi!”… Credit goes to our similar voices! And these terrible experiences have forced me to think as if her age has turned stagnant, with me, growing older by every birthday and mum growing younger having been re-born on my every birthday. And, I do envy her for this! 😀
My mum is my mother for all but a BFF for me. If I am her shadow, mum is my shade. With every birthday, mum has grown and evolved with me. Be it, my’ first crush, my best friends, affair or break-up, there is no stone unturned for mum. Like the best-est of friends, she has known each and every aspect of mine and has been there as her pillar of support in all ups and downs of life. Not every mother in this world is cool and gutsy enough to talk to her daughter’s *male friends* as well, not as a strict guardian but as a fellow friend. What for? Well, just to judge those boys to make sure I am in the right company! :’)
We look a-like, we think a-like, we dress a-like! So, are we alike! 🙂 Here’s how my #MomsDayOut turned magical! ^_*
People say that we are the mirror image of each other and every time she opposes that by saying that I’m my dad’s replica. But these compliments make me connect more to her and feel proud to be her lookalike. When W for Woman sent us same kurtas for Mother’s day #MomsDayOut it was my chance to prove her wrong this time. Finally, she herself admitted that we look quite alike.
Though, W goodies arrived a bit late (when Mother’s day just passed by), it was indeed my privilege to prove her every day is a mother’s day for me when she is around, no matter whether it is a Mother’s day or all other 364 days of the year.
And yes! If on 1st August, 1991, a mother was born when I turned on… the best miracle that could ever happen in my life was my MUM. Dear Mum, I owe you what I was yesterday, whatever I am today and what so ever I would be tomorrow.
Great to see your pics…on FB as well 🙂
Thank you. Glad you liked them . 🙂
You look so much like your mom! This was a beautiful post, makes me miss my mumma in Delhi! <3 – http://www.sartorialsecrets.com
Thanks a bunch dearie <3 Awww you too have a super #MomsDayOut with cuddly times together when you're back to Delhi ^_^
Awww, thank you so much Kokila for your kind words. Because of you sweet people the dying poet in me has revived again. Your appreciation has a magical impact on me. I’m overwhelmed, flattered, gratified & what not. Thanks for letting me feel special. 🙂 <3
MOM, indeed a blessing for me. Thank you so much dear. Your lovely words mean the world to me. Hugs :*
Cool pics. Both of you look great together…and have amazing voices as well 🙂
Thank you so much dear Somali. Means a lot when it comes from you ^_^ <3
Thank you so much Somali. 🙂
Thank you so much Somali. Means a lot. 🙂
Dear Maitreni, I was waiting for this post ever since I saw your Instagram post few days back! Such amazing pictures! God bless..Virtual hugs to the two of you <3
Both of you look so gorgeous. Both of you are such lovely souls with beautiful hearts. Someone has rightly said that beauty lies within and both of your inner beauty reflects on your faces.
I loved the way you have written this post, Maitreni. So full of emotions! Super duper amazing post! My favorite post of The Style Symphony 🙂
My dear Purba, so was I equally excited to receive your comment here as each & every word of yours is magical and adds value to both our lives. You are one angel reader of TSS blog and your presence here means the world to us. Thank you so much as always for the warmth of your love and beautiful wishes. Your soul speaks in your words and we are dumbstruck by the impression it creates and the impact it leaves on our souls. Lots of love dearie… you are one of the best things that could ever happen to us! <3 :*
Awww… Thanks Purba. You are a gem reader of TSS. Love you lots. 🙂 <3
Happy birthday in advance! 🙂
I love this team 🙂
Aww…Thanks a ton Teny! ^_^
And we love Tea Celebrations, Simona, the Vampis & the mater-man behind of course 😀
We are all new to Pixie Birthday Celebrations! Hoping to know more about how the wonderful day goes 😀
Yeah! The celebration post would be up very soon! 😀 Cheers!
Nice…
Thanks 🙂
Thank you.
I had seen one of these photos of yours on FB. But when I scrolled down, some images indeed made me wonder, which of these two ladies is my mate on IB, and which is auntyji. There is striking similarities.
Hahaha this one is a super cool compliment Abhi. 🙂 Thank you so much for those kind words. Well, the one who’s looking a bit younger is your aunty ji 😛 the other me 😀
That’s indeed the sweetest compliment one can receive. Thank you so much Abhi. It’s quite gladdening. 🙂
Lots of things to say sweetie 🙂
1. Your mum is very pretty.
2. It’s a treat to see both of you in same kind of attire.
3. You have lovely hair..
4. You mum looks like your elder sister and she is gorgeous.
Aww… and all your compliments make me so damn flattered. Oodles of thanks to you dear Anjali. A warm welcome to TSS ^_^
Awww, Thanks Anjali. Your sweet words made my day. 🙂
Mother daughter: a lovely combo of love and affection.
Thanks a ton Uppal 🙂
Thank you so much Mr. Uppal. 🙂
I like the mood in these pictures, the togetherness, happiness and all! 🙂
Thank you so much Indrani ^_^
Thank you so much Indrani. Your kind words mean a lot. 🙂
Maitreni,Yeah everyday is the Mother’s day.You have penned it down very well.Both looks so cute.
Sangeetha ji Could you please tell the secret for the long hair?Would love to hear.Thanks in advance.
Cheers,
Sriram & Krithiga
Thank you so much dear. So glad you liked the post. 🙂
Thank you so much Shriram & Krithiga. Your appreciation means a lot. And Krithiga, I’ll come up with a post about the hair-care tips for long & healthy hair real soon. Till then so easy tips— :
1. Avoid the usage of chemical products & treatments as much as possible.
2. Let your dry naturally if having time, as dryers, straighteners and curlers make your hair dull & weak.
3. Shampoo your hair every alternate day during rains. And twice a week in other seasons.
4. Oiling & scalp massage is a must, with either olive or coconut oil.(non-fragrant brands).
5. Conditioners & Serums work wonders for long hair.
6. Trim your hair every 2 to three months, at least half inch.
Hope these tips work well. Thank you so much for stopping by. 🙂 <3
Thanks Saru. I’m flattered. 🙂 <3
Thank you so much dear Saru 🙂 Yes she’s my Mom and she would be pleased to hear that from you! ^_^