I like today’s prompt … it makes me feel all nice,
warm and fuzzy when I think about these things and trust me it was no easy task
to think up of things that would make me smile… I am sure I would have a lot
more if I dredge up the energy to think, but some of these materialistic and
not-so-materialistic things should do for now…
And therefore, in no particular order ...
“Traditions that I have formed or
those that have been followed for ages at home. Going back home for a vacation
and checking out each nook, cranny and corner for familiar smells and things. Black
and white photographs. Random hugs from the back. Dancing and sweating it out
and having an ‘endorphin’ high! A very well made cup of coffee with just the
right amount of milk and very little sugar. Drizzles
on the face while taking long walks. Songs,
places, things that bring back bitter-sweet memories. Surprises when you least expect
it. A long road trip. Bike rides or car drives where the window is open and the
breeze is on your face bringing with it those stray droplets. The smell of old books. Road-side
tea and samosas. Visiting temples just in time to see the deeparadhanai and listening
to the legends of what made these temples special. The smell of chembakam
flowers that brings back memories of Kalam and elaneer! Soft cotton sarees
which fall just-so-right. Vatthakozhambu and potato fry. Babies and that baby
smell that pervades the room when they are around. Sunsets and sunrises (whenever I get a chance). Subtle word
plays. A good book that keeps me thinking about it for the next couple of hours
or days. Walking barefoot on morning dew filled grass! Early morning quiet. Big
furry dogs. Adventure sports and the high that comes with it. A feel-good movie
or a well-choreographed dance performance or a well-sung song! Unexpected compliments.
Traveling to a new place, soaking in the sights and the culture. Decade old
friendships and the memories associated with them.
A post well-written.”
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