When Arti of My Yatra Diary announced "My Most Memorable Memento Contest", I wondered which memento of mine should I write about.
Also, as just 1 entry can be submitted for the contest, it was a tough choice for me-
What should I pick? Tell me please!
My fan-letters from so many countries, including Maldives?!
The fruits of my hard-work- medals, certificates & trophies?
My Fan-Letters! |
Dolls from the International Exhibition- one of my earliest memories?
All those pens each with distinct stories?
I realized that I have innumerable gifts from India & across the seas!
Endless list with cool mementos that make me say cheese!
To make my choice, I opened my cupboard's locker. As I eagerly ran my fingers through the precious items safely preserved, I was filled with gratitude. I felt so blessed & I muttered a prayer for all those considerate souls who had been kind enough to think of me and had gifted me items that still bring so much joy even after so many years...
Then I made my choice! The key word is 'Memento', hence I decided on a momentous event of my life and its gift...
My most memorable memento is my hubby's wedding gift for me.
I eagerly opened the red package he handed me on our wedding. To my joy I found a cute soft-toy- CUPID!
Still love-struck by my hubby's Wedding-gift for me- Cupid with Bow & Arrow! |
Turned the
Cupid & found a pouch on its back!
|
There was a
Diamond ring that was set in Gold with four Diamonds!
My hubby slipped the ring in my ring-finger and asked me to always wear that
Diamond-Ring.
Both the soft-toy Cupid & my Wedding-Ring mean a lot to me.
Ours was an arranged marriage and yet I found Cupid, the messenger of love!
I safely preserved this gift and it is the only toy of mine that I never gave my kid to play with!
The ring has many memories associated with it.
Some years ago, I was shocked to find one Diamond was missing from my ring. I hunted for it and felt very guilty and sad about the loss...
When I reported the loss to my hubby, he said that I don't love him anymore and hence the diamond has fallen off! I replied that perhaps he doesn't love me anymore as he was the one who had gifted it to me!
We both burst
out laughing! Hubby ensured a new Diamond was soon replaced in my ring.
II- The case of the missing Ring
One morning, I woke up to find that my ring was missing from my finger. I looked for it like crazy and then luckily found it near my pillow. How come I didn't remember taking it off? Had I removed my ring in my dream?
Then, I resolved that I'll be careful even in my dream!
III- The case of the
Repair-seeking-Ring
Four months ago,
I was shocked to discover that one of the ends of my priceless ring had got
disjointed. My dear ring could have been lost…
When I reported it to my hubby, again a similar 'you-don't-love-me-and-so-this-happened' conversation ensued!
Thank God it had not fallen off
anywhere & is still safe!
My most memorable memento brightens my day.
I find the same love & hope coming my way...
As I look at my Cupid & Ring, I sincerely pray-
May the love continue to shine & forever stay!
Note: Pictures belong to me. Please do not copy.
This post is my entry for the ‘My Most Memorable Memento’ contest conducted by My Yatra Diary travel blog and Indian Coupons.
I am responding to the tag of Preethi Venugopal - Tulips and Me.
I was also tagged by-
Thank you so much for nominating me!
I tag:
Note-
Everyone is welcome to join in!
If you are interested, you too can as "My Most Memorable Memento Contest" is open for all Bloggers worldwide...
Such cute lovely cupid bear you got... And the ring.. Wow! Diamonds are a woman's best friend and they are forever. I wish your relation a lifetime of the diamonds.
ReplyDeleteall the best Anita. I loved your post. :)
Thanks Namrata for such sparkling wishes! They dazzle like Diamonds! :)
DeleteYes, hope to have a lifetime relationship with my Ring & Cupid Bear :)
Oh how sweet! That's the cutest cupid-teddy I have seen, Anita! You hubby sure knew how to woo you :) Take good care of the ring, such a pretty design... You know, even I have this habit of removing my ring in my sleep, god knows what that signifies ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Sangeeta!
DeleteHubby sure knows how to make a first impression :)
Yes, we have to take care of our rings! Best wishes :)
Ohh so cute! How lovely! Stay blessed Anita! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Naba! Stay blessed :)
DeleteSo nice Anita, wedding gift really matters a lot...
ReplyDeleteIt does, Alok! Shubhaarambh or sacred beginning! :)
DeleteI can imagine the fright with those temporary loss. It was a good read again, good to know more about you. :)
ReplyDeleteYes, Indrani, those few minutes seemed terrible...But, great that I found it!
DeleteThanks. Delighted you liked it! :)
A good read and nice gifts too. Diamonds are for ever!
ReplyDeleteThanks Fayazji! Good gifts are forever :)
Deletewow lovely gift!!
ReplyDeleteYes indeed, Aparna :)
DeleteAww thats very sweet of your hubby. Small things go a long way :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. Yes, everything counts - small or big :)
DeleteReally, a doting husband he is..!!!
ReplyDeleteThe case of the missing diamond.. My favorite part of this post, with the "you don't love me and so on" conversation.. i nearly imagined that.. too good..!!
Thank you, Lancelot! Yes :)
DeleteYes, the conversation was funny & memorable :) You have a great imagination :)
Geez! Your ring is so accident prone. You better take care of it lest your husband thinks you don't love him anymore :-)
ReplyDeleteImportant advice, Purba :) Thanks :)
DeleteAm careful & responsible but there are factors out of my control too!
oh that was a beautiful gift .. :) stay blessed !.. today i learned one more lesson .. in future .. all i have to do is buy some diamond in case nothing else works :D .. Thank's for Tagging .. will differently try to write something good :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Ankur.
DeleteHad it not been a diamond-ring, it'd still have been priceless for me :)
1 point- It doesn't have to be a Diamond! Gift any sweet/beautiful thing for an important occasion with all your heart & it'll bring joy as 'a thing of beauty is joy forever' :)
Cute and sweet... wishes for the contest. Take care of the ring! Stay loved and loving , wishing you more sweet gifts..
ReplyDeleteThanks Kokila for your sweet wishes :) My ring will be safe with such good wishes!
DeleteBest wishes to you too :)
Each post on this contest has a different story really enjoying all the reads. All the best for the contest.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for stopping by at my Blog & reading my story.
DeleteAppreciate your appreciation & wishes :)
Do keep visiting :)
So sweet and lovely...stay blessed Anita.. :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Maniparna :)
DeleteStay blessed :)
A sweet love-filled post told with sweetness and love :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Beloo for reading with love & sharing extra sweetness! :)
DeleteGood post..cheers!
ReplyDeleteThanks! Glad you liked it! Cheers! :)
DeleteThank you so much :)
ReplyDeleteIts a lovely teddy and that ring is awesome! :) Thanks for tagging, Anita. I am really sorry that I am a bit late to respond. I was having my exams! :) Lovely post with a lovely momento :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Preeti! Never mind for the late response as the last date or submission is still some days away! Hope your exams are over and now you can focus on your Blog :)
DeleteLooking forward to your entry :)
Thanks for your appreciation.
What a lovely present! Girls are happy with teddy itself right? Its a nice ring! I hope it is repaired now... Loved reading about your Anita! Hmm, I am also late to read this post, so busy with some projects that unable to visit my favourite blogs everyday as before :(
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tag! Will see if I get time to post....
Hey, best wishes!
DeleteThanks Sindhu for your sweet wishes & appreciation. Yes, we are happy with li'l things! The teddy is super-cute & would have done- but ring is bonus! :)
DeleteNo issues. Do try to write about your special memento.
I am sure you have loads!!! :) Looking forward to hear from you.
Best wishes to you too.
Very beautiful Cupid and elegant ring too! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my Blog, Sheethal! Welcome :)
DeleteGlad you liked it! Do stop by often :)