I believe in famous quote “Love is nothing but friendship”
If two souls are best friends then their relationship will blossom like
anything. I am experiencing such coziness of friendship and love with my
dear husband (DH).
It was purely an arranged
marriage. We hardly knew each other but as per our tradition, the groom was
selected on the basis of his education, family background and on the basis of his
job. Before marriage, we hardly got any chance to know each other. However, everything
went smooth and we tied knot in the month of Feb, 2012.
Within a few days only, I was
impressed with the humble nature of DH. I found him a well mature,
understanding and a responsible person. Coincidentally, our liking's for nature,
pets, arts, and sports also match. We both are foodie and love to try different
recipes and cuisine. I started developing a bond of friendship with him. He
understands me and has always extended his unconditional support to me. He
cares for me and always makes me feel comfortable in every odd situation. I
started loving this bond of friendship ………….Ishq wala love …………
Everything was going on the
track. Love is in the air………We started craving for each other’s company. We
were enjoying our love life. We were also doing great on respective professional
fronts.
We were celebrating two months of togetherness and on one fine morning,
I got a new assignment for which I was instructed to go out station. This tour
was not for a week or so but I was required to be there for full 3 months and
in between I could not leave my assignment for a single day. As per timeline, I
was supposed to leave the city in next two days.
OMG!!! Such an unexpected and
unavoidable work………….I was very much worried and upset as my in-laws already
had planned to visit us in next week. I was surrounded by lots of unpleasant
questions ……. What would DH think about such a sudden trip? What would be my
in-laws’ reaction when I won’t be there to receive them? Will DH understand
the gravity of my work? Does he respect to my work? What if he does not allow
me to go outstation? What if he says to leave the job? Ohhhhhhhh …………..I was dammed scared.
After office, I drove down to
home. My mind was fully occupied with number of questions which DH may ask. I unlocked the home and dumped myself on the
couch. Till the time DH came, I was deeply involved in Ifs & BUTs.
DH was surprised to see my long depressed and anxious face. ……..
He rushed towards me and held my
hand tightly. My eyes could not hold tears any more and rolled down on my
cheeks. He cuddled me and asked me the reason behind these tears.
Somehow, I managed to tell him about
my unplanned but important work outstation and showed my concerned for him and in-laws’
trip.
I was very well aware of the fact
that for a newly wedded bride, it is highly unexpected and undesirable to go
outstation for work, leaving behind her husband and in-laws. But work was also
important for me. I can not shake off my responsibility.
I was confused, messed up and
indecisive. I wanted to be with my dear husband and my parents in laws and also
wanted to do my work. DH had already understood my dilemma and told me to go
ahead with the work. He assured me that he will take care of other things. With his assurance and confidence I moved on.
I reached my destination and
stated working on my project, but I could not concentrate on the work as I m
feeling very guilty for leaving my husband and in laws unattended. I called
DH and discussed my guilty feeling. He reassured me and asked to concentrate
on the work.
Hmmmm……….I took deep breath. At that moment, I
desperately wanted to hug DH.
Next day morning, I got out of my bed and to
my surprise my dear husband and in laws were there at my door.
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh God………….What a moment that was………………….it was a big surprise.
………………………
My parents in law told me that
DH had already called them and discussed my work, worry, and wrong doing
feeling. So at that point of time, three of them had decided to be with me for
one week. My in laws completely made me conformable and said that they did not
have any grudge for me. In facts, my in laws appreciated my dedication for the
work and told me that I have full right to build my career.
On that day I really felt
contended to be a part of such a nice and understanding family. After that we had a cup of strong coffee and
had delicious breakfast. We had full fun
during their stay. In the morning we used to go for walking and while I was in
the office, they all used to go for sightseeing and shopping etc. At
lunch time, we used reunite and used to have food + funny. In the evening after
my office, we all four used to hang around and talk talk & talk.
My in-laws were very happy and
satisfied with the trip. They appreciated my skill of balancing two fronts (Work
+ life balance). I was also satisfied.
During the full week, I could see
the support, understanding and unspoken love of DH. His assurance, his
words, his actions had motivated me to complete my work.
I am lucky to have my loving husband together
for my whole life. Like a friend he always advises me, guides me and cares for
me. I always feel cozy and warm with him. I am happy with my love and for me
this is my power.