Year That was 2007

Journeying through the silence of the night she longed for the warmth of love. It had been over a month yet felt so much longer. As the plane taxied on the runway her heart began to beat like that of a kid awaiting Santa on Christmas Eve.

Hours flew and they met, on the sly away from prying eyes. She waited for the spark but all in vain. They felt like two strangers not even friends. As she realised this, she pulled back scared and lost. It felt surreal happening. Searching for hope she found none. What she stumbled upon was truth, brutal and bitter.

It hurt so bad she wanted to cry. To stop the hurting she had but one choice. Emotionally tough but practically wise, she cut him off from her life. It was a night before a day so special to her and the world alike, 14th February 2007. A chapter completed in her life. It ended sad and ugly yet taught her many, of which she was glad.

The rays of the sun marked a new day. For her it was the morning of her birthday. She was an adult, all of 21years. An important day for the child in her, birthdays were special and she loved them so. Yet today it didn’t feel just as so. She had the smile and felt the joy. But the events of last night played on her mind. Pushing them far she tried her best to enjoy.

Being a fighter she lifted herself.
“Time to move on”, bravely she said. She moved on with life, not knowing what to expect. She just wished for love and hope.

Came the time for her party, one she was planning with so much glory. She was determined to have her dream party. Banished by friends from the party venue, she played dress up in her room. Her parents beamed proud of their daughter so grown, seeing the pride in their eyes gave her the strength to carry on. Feeling happy, flanked with her sister and best friend, she made her appearance at her party. Her eyes glistered with tears of joy, here were the people who truly loved. Through the night the surprises came, making her eyes tear and removing the pain. A special friend sitting so far in his quiet manner touched her heart. He sent a taped message and gift so sweet.
“Was this true?” she couldn’t believe.

Her family and friends made her birthday so special, made her feel like a princess. God bless all who love her so, she just knew she cherished them more and more.

Came departing once again, little sister spread her wings. Off to discover herself, away in Kangaroo land. When did she become so big? Living by herself, so far from me. She felt her heart break as she stood at the airport, there was her baby waving her bye- bye. She cried and cried yet felt some joy. Her baby had embarked on a new life. She was proud and tried to smile for her sister who was her life.

Yet each time she heard her sister’s voice, her eyes filled with unshed tears and her heart felt heavy with loneliness. What could she do, she missed her so. Separated by miles that just won’t go. For her mother’s sake she pulled herself together, wore a smile and worked with renewed vigour. But nothing to look forward to, life left empty. She longed for something to make her happy.

Soon she noticed, opportunities here and there.
“Would I get lucky and land one of them?” Filled with renewed zest, she pursued faith. God relented, smiled and blessed. She danced for joy, singing and dancing. Something good, yes life was changing. All excited she planned and planned, wanting to experience and live like she never had. She felt alive and felt hope.

Soon the day came, with her bags packed and a little scared, she waved bye and took to the sky. She had embarked on an adventure and to explore. She knew she was on her own and that filled her with zest. Zest to succeed and zest to achieve.

First she travelled, Chennai and Bangalore. Saw the places without any strings. Partied hard, she had her fun. Did many things for the first time, getting drunk and kissing a random guy. Might be wrong but its all part of life. No harm in knowing and trying once. She met family and friends as well as stayed with them. It was all so different yet it was the best.

Time came for her to move on, Mumbai was the next stop. A stop quite permanent, for the next 3 months. Excited she was to set up a house, begin an internship and explore it all. She met family and made a few friends. She was happy; she was content. Little did she know, life was to change. In the guise of a friend, love came knocking. She never knew, she never guessed. He was the friend who went the extra mile. He was the one whose message and gift were part of her 21st birthday.

It seemed unbelievable yet it was there. He stood in all glory in front of her. He reached out and touched her heart. He did something no one had, breaking the wall she used to shield from the evils of life and setbacks of destiny. He found the true her and brought her alive. He taught her to smile and filled her with joy. He gave her so much love, swept her off her feet. Before she knew she was in love, head over heels with the man of her dreams. She couldn’t believe her faith, that he was hers. They didn’t make them like him of that she was sure. She didn’t complain she was in love.

The days flew and came a news. Her cousin had found her man, her love. Didi was going to enter holy matrimony, Didi was going to be the first and it felt so funny. They had grown up together and it was weird to think Didi was getting married; she had become big! She flew in for the wedding and had a blast. Seeing Didi married and happy, it was great. The family rejoiced, sang and danced till the sun came up. There was happiness and laughter in the air.

However something was missing in her heart “With such joy and merry making what could it be?” Then she knew she was missing her honey. She flew back to him and their reunion was overwhelming. They fell on each other, eyes never wandering. What will happen when the 3 months are over? They had aught to wonder but chose not to. It was too painful to think of that, instead they basked in their joy that was there.

But the months flew and it was time to decide. They thought and thought and could not decide. She was at the airport when he called, “I can’t live without you” they both said. Let us continue this, they both felt. It was going to be hard they knew. As she made her way back home distance between them grew. Soon they were in separate countries, yet their love remained strong.

Through voice and video chat they kept the relation alive, through dreams they wove their future alike. It seemed almost impossible, but they kept working. They wanted to be reunited and that kept them haunting. They had fights a plenty, through each they emerged stronger. Then came a day they almost didn’t make it. Like a phoenix emerging from the ashes, their love was renewed with bonds much stronger. They vowed to make it, he promised to work at it. Two more years of separation they gave, “We’ll be together after that,” he promised.

With work and college, the year too flew. Missing him each day she kept working hard. She broke down in his absence when it got too hard.

Things progressed in her college club. She staged a drama, production manager, choreographer and dancer she was. It was trying; it pushed her to the extreme. She fought hard; putting all in. Giving her 100% she kept pushing. The show day came, and simply went. She felt thrilled yet she felt she had failed. It wasn’t the best she could do; her relief was cause she at least pulled through.

Throughout she was emotionally and mentally drained, only pulling through cause he was there. He stood by her, her pillar of support. Spoke encouragingly to her, telling her not to loose hope. Seeing his faith and love, she fought on till the end. Her love for him just grew and grew. She never knew she could love someone so.

Soon came another news. She was to be the new president for the club. She felt amazed, happy and on top of the world. More than her he rejoiced. His girlfriend was president, he was so proud. He was excited; his love for her grew even more. He appreciated everything about her. Her faults and drawbacks he never saw. For him she was the best, she was god.

Time flew and so did the year that was 2007. It brought its share of tears and smiles. Looking back, the year taught her a lot. She is thankful for the love that she found.

Together they enter the New Year as We.

They enter the New Year with their love riding high and strong.

They enter the New Year hoping for the best, waiting for much to happen.