The next morning when she woke up, everything was new for her. New room, new people around, new environment, and new talks. Something that was not with her was her daddy’s routine of listening to television in full volume, her mumma’s shouting to get up early in the morning and have breakfast, her brother’s tease, and lots more. Seems, she was missing all of these.
But, she got blenched when she heared her mother-in-law shouting on her bhabhi for not taking pallu on her head. Not only her mother-in-law, but, even younger sister of Amreet was also involved in back biting. She has never undergone these kind of situateion, so she got bit nervous.
She freshened up herself and got ready as a new bride. Neighbours were continuously coming to look at her as if she was something like an antique piece. Anyways, a new bride is always an antique piece for every new person. So, she had no choice but to greet each and everyone with a smiling face.
Hope many of you have experienced those ladies when they come to see a new bride and makes them uncomfortable. The same happened to Anjana.
Lady in Neighbourhood: Where is Bahu?
Mother-in-law: She is in her room. Go and see her.
Anjana can hear the voice of her mother-in-law. So, she prepared herself to meet the lady. Took pallu on her head and sat quietly.
The door opened; someone was peeping from the curtain. Anjana could see her and with her smiling face, she greeted her and welcomed her in the room and to sit beside her.
Now, imagine how you feel when there is no topic for conversation and someone keeps starring at you continuously. The same happened with Anjana.
This lady was looking at her. Sometimes, her face, and sometimes her dress. May be some chemical turmoil was going on in her mind. Anjana with her eyes down can see all these and was feeling very uncomfortable. She was wishing for someone to call this lady outside, as the aura of the room was very tensed.
Finally, she managed to get rid of her. Same day evening, some of Amreet’s friends visited his house. Amreet called Anjana to joined them. And the evening was spent with lots of giggling. Overall, the day was very tiring for her.
The only reason why people were so eagerly visiting the place was that the couple had already planned an outing on the third day after marriage. And the trip was for more than a week. Well, now Anjana has to pack her luggage as they have to leave for a trip the next day. She was very excited as this was the first time, she was visiting with her hubby.
Finally, after 1 month of marriage, the couple had to depart from their family members as there was a shortage in Amreet’s leave. Amreet’s same old routine started, but, something new that was added to his life was Anjana’s presence. As compared to before, Amreet seems more enthusiastic, energetic as well as happy. The first day in his office was passing in hardship, as he was waiting to come home as early as possible where he could meet his lovely wife. While, on the other hand, Anjana’s day was spent arranging the house and organizing each and everything. The clock struck 6 in the evening and Anjana dressed
Being a woman, each one of you might have experienced once in your life the joy of getting pregnant for the first time. Knowingly or Unknowingly, this phase comes in every married woman's life. Anjana was too eagerly waiting for this precious moment to come into her life. One evening when both were somewhere out in the car, Anjana asked Amrit "Can we have a baby?" Are you serious? I think we should take some more time, Amreet said. But, don't you feel that we require someone who could add a bundle of joy to our life, Anjana uttered this sentence demandingly. Amreet smiled at her and finally, the topic seemed to be paused at this time. One morning when Anjana was on a call with her mother-in-law, something she got to know that made her a bit anguished. Can't you come before so that you can engross yourself in chores? mom-in-law on another side. Yes Maa, we are trying too. Although, Amreet is struggling to get leave.
Finally they both arrived their destination. Anjana could see the chaos that spread all over the house. The cluttering of people and giggling and chatting sound all over. People were eagerly waiting to meet their "Choti Bahu" (younger daughter-in-law). Both the couple entered their house where Amreet's mom, dad and younger sister were eagerly waiting for them. Bhabhi saying this his sister hugged Anjana. How are you? I am good, you say, what's the feeling now? Nervous or excited? - Anjana teasingly asked Bhabhi you na..... nanad (sister-in-law) sighs Next day 7 Am Anjana gets into the kitchen to prepare breakfast. Amreet is with his parents checking out what all are done and what else left. Anjana, Anjana where are you? I am in kitchen Amreet, what happen? Listen, we are suppose to leave for jewelry shopping. So. get ready fast. They all left for the jewelry and dress s
Finally, the ceremony ended up happily and everyone was now back to their work. So, were Anjana and Amreet too. They both have to leave now because, Amreet's official leave was about to end and he was supposed to resume his office soon. Due Amreet's tight schedule, he was bound to work late in his office. And, hence, Anjana has no other option then to leave alone in the house, watching Tv or working something. Evening 7 PM Anjana picks up her phone, dialed Amreet's number and... Listen, I am not feeling well. Can you please come bit early Amreet sounds worried, What happened? I an having nausea feeling and dizziness. I am on the way to home, but, still it will take more than 1 hour. You please lay on bed until I come. Sure! Next day morning 10 Am ------Say Cheese, You're going to be a Daddy! It took a few second for him to proce
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Finally, after such a long wait time has arrived when a bunch of happiness was knocking at the door. Yes, it was the completion of 9 months of pregnancy and couple was ready to welcome a new family member anytime. Preparation has already started. Anjana, I am a bit nervous, how will we handle this situation alone? "We must call both of our parents so that we can get both emotional support from them." Yes Amreet, I guess you are right. Amreet picked up his cell phone, dialed a number and ...... "Hello, didi, how are you? Listen, I have called you up to let you know that Anjan's delivery date is approaching. So, it would be helpful if you come over here." Ok then, I will be booking your ticket. You be ready. Call disconnected. Shall we call Mummy, Papa also? (Anjana's Mom and dad) "Sure, why not", Anjana replied with joy. After all, who girl doesn't like to take the opportunity to spend time with her pare
Anjana was lying in the hospital bed when a pediatrician visited her asking for the baby's daddy. Hello mam, Can I see the father of the baby? Sir, he has left for home, please tell me what has happened... Anjana replied We have kept your baby in neonatal ICU under observation. The baby is suffering from jaundice. Though, it's just a normal case, but, still we need to monitor it very closely. Hearing this, Anjana got speechless. She immediately called up Amrit and.... Amreet, please come to the hospital immediately. (Anjana sobbing). Yes, I am on the way. What happened? Does the doctor come for visit? Yes, he said that there are some complications with our baby. Please come first. I am getting nervous. Within half an hour, Amreet was in the hospital. He immediately went to the doctor and discussed each and everything. Don't worry, everything is fine... Amreet convinced Anjana. But, Anjana could see
Almost some three years of their marriage, but no one from Amreet's place has visited the couple's house without any reasons. It may either be for the job's purpose or for treatment, those who came has some or other reasons. However, Anjana always wanted that family members from Amreet's place must visit to her house and see how these couple were living and managing everything alone. So, she have always asked her mother-in-law and father-in-law to visit their place. Hence, a time has come when Amreet's mom and dad has decided to visit the place where their son and daughter-in-law were residing. Hearing this, both were very excited and engrossed themselves in making preparations. Amreet has booked their train ticket and instructed each and everything, as this was the first time when his parents were coming alone in the train. Finally, a day has come when they were arriving. Anjana woke up in the morning and.. Anjana: Amreet there are certain kitchen things that I requ
From Writer's Eye........... Amreet is not at all the guy as his image has been created in the previous chapters. He was someone who despite being pressurized with uncountable circumstances has the ability to fulfill each one's desires - either it would be of his parents or his wife. He has always tried his best to give utmost comfort to his wife and a child. His only aim lies to keep his family happy and without any grudges. But, that was quite impossible for Anjana, and obviously for anyone when there lies such in-laws in her life. Let me stick to Amreet's nature. He usually plans outings with his wife and kid, no matter how much is the package, but, he and his wife was fond of visiting and exploring new places. Sometimes to the hill station, sometimes to the desert area, sometimes to enjoy greeneries and sometimes just like that. His nature of not saying "No" to any desires of Anjana was the only reason that has made hero in
However, this has just become a habit for her in-laws. Scolding, cursing, always making her insult, etc was just a common phenomenon for them. Maybe just because their upbringings were in this way only. Because a well-cultured and educated family will never try to insult their daughter-in-law for any minimal faults. Backbiting was again a special talent in them. They never dare to say anything on the face especially on Anjana's face. Whatever fault of her they wanted to count, they gossip either to their elder daughter-in-law or their son, and anything about elder daughter-in-law they used to gossip to the younger son. One day something happened that kept Anjana traumatised. While returning back from in-laws place, Amreet got a call in train.. Amreet: Yes, yes sure... No Problem Anjana: Who's this? Amreet: Sister called me up..(Younger sister) Anjana: [With an irritating voice] Why what happened ? Amreet: Actually, her
Days, Months, and Years passed by. Things were not as smooth as they seemed to be. The level of worries for Anjana was increasing day by day. And one day something happened that she was never ready to accept it. While she was cleaning old things from the bed box, she found some greeting cards with some romantic notes on them. However, she already knew that Amreet was having a girlfriend before marriage, but, that hardly made her worried much because it was all before her marriage. but, one day when she opened his f******k account, she found that both of them has chatted together even after their marriage. This made her very much agitated. One night, after Amreet was back to home from office- Anjana: Amreet, Are you still in touch with that girl, Neha? Amreet: Who? Anjana: You better know about whom I am talking Amreet in a hard voice: That means you are spying on me always? Anjana, see I don't like all these activities. Anjana
Before starting any new chapter, let me take you all to the flashback when Anjana and Amreet used to meet and discuss much more about the family as well as their upcoming marriage life... Amreet: While on the way to dropping Anjana at her PG... Anjana, see there is a lot of expectations in my family from choti bahu. Anjana: Like? Actually, Maa is not happy with bhabhi (Brother-in-law's wife). She doesn't even take care of her. Not even she asks her for food. Bhabhi lives only according to her wishes. She is not at all bothered of anyone. Maa desperately wants a daughter, not daughter-in-law who always sits beside her, gossiping and never letting her feel lonely. Anjana: Oh, that's very bad of bhabhi. This attitude is really not good. Don't worry Amrit. I will always take care of her and will try to become a good daughter-in-law, unlike bhabhi. Amreet (kissing her forehead)- Thank's dear!  
Anjana was lying in the hospital bed when a pediatrician visited her asking for the baby's daddy. Hello mam, Can I see the father of the baby? Sir, he has left for home, please tell me what has happened... Anjana replied We have kept your baby in neonatal ICU under observation. The baby is suffering from jaundice. Though, it's just a normal case, but, still we need to monitor it very closely. Hearing this, Anjana got speechless. She immediately called up Amrit and.... Amreet, please come to the hospital immediately. (Anjana sobbing). Yes, I am on the way. What happened? Does the doctor come for visit? Yes, he said that there are some complications with our baby. Please come first. I am getting nervous. Within half an hour, Amreet was in the hospital. He immediately went to the doctor and discussed each and everything. Don't worry, everything is fine... Amreet convinced Anjana. But, Anjana could see
Finally, after such a long wait time has arrived when a bunch of happiness was knocking at the door. Yes, it was the completion of 9 months of pregnancy and couple was ready to welcome a new family member anytime. Preparation has already started. Anjana, I am a bit nervous, how will we handle this situation alone? "We must call both of our parents so that we can get both emotional support from them." Yes Amreet, I guess you are right. Amreet picked up his cell phone, dialed a number and ...... "Hello, didi, how are you? Listen, I have called you up to let you know that Anjan's delivery date is approaching. So, it would be helpful if you come over here." Ok then, I will be booking your ticket. You be ready. Call disconnected. Shall we call Mummy, Papa also? (Anjana's Mom and dad) "Sure, why not", Anjana replied with joy. After all, who girl doesn't like to take the opportunity to spend time with her pare
Sacrifices: The biggest sacrifice that a girl makes is leaving her home where she was brought up for the past 25 years and moving to a new family where she has never ever been and accept that family as her own. When a girl leaves her parents and meet new parents in the form of in-laws, she takes them up as her own parents. Being a newly wed, you will be treated nice as you are the epicenter of that family. But, as the days passes by, people keeps on realizing you that you don’t belong to that family. In every now and then faults, you will continuously be poked in such a way that you have attempted a crime and your parents are the one who have educated you the same. Without uttering any words, just tears roll down from her eyes. She starts missing her home, her family. But, Alas, she can’t even give them a call and let them know. Because she knew, doing this will not end up with any solution, but, will deteriorate the reputation of her new family and will make her pa
When a girl is born in a family, the moment when her parents hold her in their arms, the first word that comes out from the heart is “Hamare ghar laxmi Aayi hai”. Well, the word Laxmi (Wife of Lord Vishnu) is depicted to the Goddess who is a representative of health, wealth and prosperity of all forms. She is being nurtured and pampered by her parents with utmost care and where she never knows what does sacrifice means. Gradually she starts growing up and yes, her first stage of sacrificing starts. If she is an elder sibling in the house, she has to make sacrifice in every aspect- Be it food, dresses, her toys as well as her playtimes. And if she is the younger one, she has to make sacrifice by waiting for her turn to come. No matter whether she is younger or older, but, the main subject is she is a “GIRL”. This is the most important thing that she has to always grave in her mind. Being a woman comes with number of expectations along with number of roles that she is