I
never saw my grandparents. My descent was delayed and they had an early ascent. Being
raised in their absence left a strange impact on me. I would look at all my cousins and
friends with much wonder and longing whenever they fondly mentioned their grandparents.Life Lessons
USHA RANI PADMASOLA shares her sense of loss at growing up without
grandparents, and the wonderful significance they hold in the lives of her
children and for the younger generation in general.Clearly, I missed the presence of an old couple
at home. In contrast to my lifestyle, where I
was completely under the charge of my parents
and older siblings, my children are so fortunate
to enjoy the loving gaze, embrace and
pampering from both sets of grandparents. I
observe they bond easily with each other and
have established a strong, loving friendship.
The life lessons imparted by wise grandparents
percolates down into sensible grandchildren
with ease.I know for certain that I, in all my capacity
as a parent and with all my expectations and
anxieties, could never generate that kind of
warmth, love and care that exudes naturally
from the generation above me.44 Heartfulness