VALENTINE'S DAY.

I got married 9 years back to a lovely dentist named Mansi. We have a 8 year old daughter and a 10 month old son. My parents stay with me.

Our punishing schedules make us play hide and seek through out the day. Mansi is as busy as me. She handles the clinic along with raising our naughty kids and managing a big house. She is frequently seen running around the house. I patiently wait for her attention.

We hardly get time for each other. Our responsibilities ensure that fully to the hilt.

Where has all the love gone?

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day. We will be the odd ones out in a restaurant or a cinema where the young cooing couples will be whispering sweet nothings into their wax laden ears. We do not want our tender innocent kids to see such public display of affection. Besides, the young teenagers may feel restricted and embarrassed in the presence of senior company. We may stay home tomorrow. It is okay with us. Our time has gone.

I recollect the sacrifices we made to reach a the highest level in our society.

Mansi patiently used to wait in the car amidst interrupted meals and movies, while I remained busy with patients. She never grumbled. However late I used to reach home, a hot meal was served by her loving hands. She patiently and lovingly sits while I have my late unearthly hour meals.

I remember her kind care giving and service to my dad and granny when they were sick. She ensured maximum comfort for them without any hint of disapproval or a wrinkle on her forehead. She used to sit besides them through out the night and still would be fresh as a daisy the next day.

I remember her rock solid support for me in times of my crisis. She always infuses confidence and courage in me. She allays my unjustified fears. She sooths my troubled soul.

I love her each and every day I breathe.

We do not need to demonstrate our love to the public on any specific calendar marked day.

We love each other. We are aware of this fact. It may be not visible to the eye but We have passed that stage. Our souls are inter twined in each other.

Every day is a Valentine's day for us.