What is about this room, that makes me feel so much at peace, so comfortable. The familiarity of the lavender walls, the warmth of the purple curtains, and I know I am in a secure territory. Within the confines of these four walls I do not have to worry about what we call the 'real world'.
Stepping back in time, I am reliving the sweet smell of all my books (that I have read over and over again), the glow of the light bulbs that I painted myself, cuddling up with all the furry companions of 24 yrs.
Even though my own home is a reflection partly of my personality, this room is an amalgamation of different facets of my life while growing up. A place that I can always come back to, a place that will always welcome me with open arms.
Talking to a friend from US about the closeness and warmth between family members in India, I realized the sense of security that gets instilled, knowing that you will always have this strong support system. A part of this room's security stems from that strong bond.
I feel lucky to have the value system that my parents have passed on to me, its like the 'Miyagi' effect, can't remember how and when I embraced these values. While growing up I never realized how these values and emotions would support me in every step that I take in my life, and would influence every decision that I take.
A part of growing up has involved leaving home, finding my own true home, facing the unknown and embracing responsibilities. But in this room I will always remain the little girl, splashing colors around, lost in a world of my own.
Stepping back in time, I am reliving the sweet smell of all my books (that I have read over and over again), the glow of the light bulbs that I painted myself, cuddling up with all the furry companions of 24 yrs.
Even though my own home is a reflection partly of my personality, this room is an amalgamation of different facets of my life while growing up. A place that I can always come back to, a place that will always welcome me with open arms.
Talking to a friend from US about the closeness and warmth between family members in India, I realized the sense of security that gets instilled, knowing that you will always have this strong support system. A part of this room's security stems from that strong bond.
I feel lucky to have the value system that my parents have passed on to me, its like the 'Miyagi' effect, can't remember how and when I embraced these values. While growing up I never realized how these values and emotions would support me in every step that I take in my life, and would influence every decision that I take.
A part of growing up has involved leaving home, finding my own true home, facing the unknown and embracing responsibilities. But in this room I will always remain the little girl, splashing colors around, lost in a world of my own.
