A memory I haven’t revisited in a
while is from my high school days, when my cousin from Delhi sent me a gift
with his first salary—a water bottle shaped like a pineapple and a writing pad.
The bottle was unlike anything I had ever seen: a bright red body with a green
cap shaped like the crown of a pineapple. At a time when most bottles were
plain, cylindrical, and stamped with simple images, this playful, fruit-shaped
one felt rare and special. I proudly carried it to school and loved the way my
friends admired it.
The writing pad too was different.
Though it was of normal size, the clip that held the papers was of a new
design, unlike the regular ones. It felt stylish and modern, and I treasured it
just as much as the bottle.
I still remember the joy and surprise
when my uncle handed me the gift, saying it was from my cousin. The happiness
of receiving something so unique was boundless, and the memory of that moment
still warms me. Growing up, my parents always reminded me to be thankful for
every gift, no matter how small, and to care for it with respect.
Looking back, I realize those
gifts were more than just a water bottle and a writing pad—they were lessons in
gratitude, care, and thoughtfulness. They taught me that even the simplest
gestures carry deep meaning when given with love, and that joy is found not in
the size of the gift but in the sentiment behind it. By cherishing and
safeguarding them, I learned to value relationships, nurture memories, and hold
on to the kindness that makes life truly memorable.
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