It was a beautiful morning; well that was Prayag’s opinion. But for the locals living in a tropical island it was just another morning as they were pretty much used to the golden sun waking them up every day morning and were quiet busy entertaining the tourists arriving there. But for tourists visiting form Canada and the USA found it to be absolutely wonderful, relaxing and joyous. Prayag was just one of those tourists who found that beautiful Caribbean island of Jamaica to be wonderful place to be. He peeked through the balcony that came with his suit overlooking the sea and the breeze touched the skin, he was extremely delighted. He made himself a cup of coffee after brushing his teeth and walked back to the balcony. While he was standing there enjoying the early morning breeze his wife joined him and hugged him from the back and had to go on her tippy toes to kiss his cheek as there was a significant height difference between the two of them. She was short and petite and had a beautiful, content smile on her face. She had thick long black hair with curvy eyebrows that were naturally well shaped. She also had a cute dimple on her left cheek when she smiled. Prayag kissed her back on her forehead and then rubbed her slightly bulging tummy and said, “Good morning my little angel hiding in there. “ She smiled and said,” So you know it is going to be a girl? It might even be a boy? We don’t know that yet.” He smiled and said, “True. If it is a boy I can’t call him a devil. So in either case we have an angel in there.” They both laughed and sat next to each other enjoying the breeze.
She was a nurse and was from Kerala, from the southern part of India. She had sweetness in her that attracted Prayag towards her. Knowingly or unknowingly somehow she had helped him get over Diya and had helped him move on. But even after that they had been friends for a long time. Her view of life was something that fascinated him. She had a very positive, down to earth, caring personality and was someone who could genuinely care for a wounded stranger. She was engaged to be married and was planning a trip home when an unexpected incident had taken her fiancée’s life back in India. She was devastated and he had been there for her as her friend and that had changed both their lives even though they didn't get married until recently. Prayag still loved Diya, but he loved his wife Binna more. And now that she was expecting and was not ready to take a break from caring for others, Prayag had forced her in a wonderful vacation, which was quiet evident now as she could see had relaxing and enjoying herself.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Chapter 9
Carissa was relaxing and enjoying her time while promoting her clothing line at the Hawaii convention. Her new swimsuit line was based on a tropical theme so what better place to show it off. She had combined both business and pleasure on a single trip. Magazines praised her to be the most eligible bachelorette around. Anyone who looks at her would first give credit to the Botox and then think again above all the age deifying products that are available in the market, then the makeup artist. But once they get closer to her, they would probably blame it on God for being so impartial to all others in the World. It was very hard for anyone to tell her age by looking at her as she still looked like a model in her mid-twenties. But everyone would be puzzled when they look at her daughter. Carissa tried her best in so many possible ways to keep it a secret that her daughter was adopted. She meant everything to her and it was quiet apparent to everyone. As her daughter Hasnaa, meaning breathtakingly beautiful, which, was a slightly modified name from the African Swahili tribe did justice to her name. Carissa often talked about a woman she met when she was in Africa whom she named her daughter after. But she chose to call her Angela which was her nickname and which she often told her was also her grandmother’s name.
Hasnaa had accompanied her mother on this trip to Hawaii and was enjoying herself. She was hardly a teenager but with her height and from the influence of her mother she could fit right in with the teen models even though she still had some baby fat on her cheeks. But Carissa kept her away from all of this and insisted on her being a normal child. Carissa’s new assistant Mark was more than her assistant in the public eye. He was handsome, well built and had a sparkling smile and accompanied her everywhere including the red carpet and was often her escort and her date for events. If anyone who knew her well, would know that there was nothing going on between the two of them. But if they had know her for a really long time and was her confidence, would also notice a striking resemblance between Mark and Akshar, wondering if she was keeping him around to remember him. After Akshar married, Carissa had kept her contact with him to a very minimal to avoid unnecessary complications even though Akshar had insisted that it would not be a problem. Unable to convince her Akshar had agreed to it which had made both his wife and Carissa happy. Carissa had made Akshar and Diya, Hasnaa’s legal guardians, Akshar being the primary decision make in the even if anything ever happened to her. Akshar had been more than satisfied to still be a part of her life.
Hasnaa had accompanied her mother on this trip to Hawaii and was enjoying herself. She was hardly a teenager but with her height and from the influence of her mother she could fit right in with the teen models even though she still had some baby fat on her cheeks. But Carissa kept her away from all of this and insisted on her being a normal child. Carissa’s new assistant Mark was more than her assistant in the public eye. He was handsome, well built and had a sparkling smile and accompanied her everywhere including the red carpet and was often her escort and her date for events. If anyone who knew her well, would know that there was nothing going on between the two of them. But if they had know her for a really long time and was her confidence, would also notice a striking resemblance between Mark and Akshar, wondering if she was keeping him around to remember him. After Akshar married, Carissa had kept her contact with him to a very minimal to avoid unnecessary complications even though Akshar had insisted that it would not be a problem. Unable to convince her Akshar had agreed to it which had made both his wife and Carissa happy. Carissa had made Akshar and Diya, Hasnaa’s legal guardians, Akshar being the primary decision make in the even if anything ever happened to her. Akshar had been more than satisfied to still be a part of her life.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Chapter 8
Diya couldn’t help but smile. She was admiring Akshar in her mind. She said to herself, “Oh my smart husband. No wonder Akshar likes you more.” Akshar looked up and noticed that Diya was smiling at him. He was not sure what she was thinking but he knew the look in her eyes. He said, “Something cooking up there?” Diya said, “No. I was just admiring my husband” and she continued to smile. Akshar was done and got up t get another serving. In the mean time Gloria came by took Akshar’s seat. So Diya also got up indicating Gloria to stay with him until either one of them gets back. Gloria nodded. Diya joined Akshar in the line. Akshar asked her why she was smiling at him earlier in a whisper. Diya whispered back in his ears “I was quiet impressed by the way you handled him. I have never been attracted to you more in my life than I am right now.” Akshar’s expression changed instantly and he raised his eyebrows and whispered, “Hold that thought. I am almost done with my food. It is not every day that in a man’s life that his wife admires him and says that she is attracted to him. I want to capitalize on that.” Diya couldn’t help but laugh, but instead gave out a chuckle. It took a few minutes to get back to their table and by that time Alan was done and Patricia had joined them and all three were having ice cream. Alan had already dripped some on his shirt and was a mess. Diya sighed. Akshar instantly understood and said, “Don’t worry. I heard that they have a good laundry service here.”
Diya gave out a week smile in Akshar’s attempt to make her feel better. Akshar got a Mohito for himself and virgin pinna colada for Diya and all five of them went to the beach. The gentle breeze was welcoming and the waves were rhythmic and the walk on the sand was invigorating for her. She found a beach chair and sat on it buried her legs into the sand. Akshar sat right on the beach sad with Alan still licking his ice cream that was dripping from his elbow. In a couple of minutes they were joined by his sister and her husband. The two girls were playing with the sea water, their mom yelling on and off, “Don’t go in. Stay far back.” At one point Alan gave up on his ice cream and gave it to Akshar and ran towards the girls and joined them. At this point Akshar’s brother-in-law also joined them. Akshar looked at Diya and she seemed very relaxed. He asked his sister to keep an eye on Alan and turned towards Diya and said, “Come with me. Let us go for a stroll on the beach.” His sister immediately said, “That sounds like a good idea. Once you are back we will take out turn.” Diya said, “Definitely” and both Akshar and Diya started walking away from the crowd. When they were almost away from every one and were almost isolated, Akshar pulled her in front of him and kissed her.
Diya gave out a week smile in Akshar’s attempt to make her feel better. Akshar got a Mohito for himself and virgin pinna colada for Diya and all five of them went to the beach. The gentle breeze was welcoming and the waves were rhythmic and the walk on the sand was invigorating for her. She found a beach chair and sat on it buried her legs into the sand. Akshar sat right on the beach sad with Alan still licking his ice cream that was dripping from his elbow. In a couple of minutes they were joined by his sister and her husband. The two girls were playing with the sea water, their mom yelling on and off, “Don’t go in. Stay far back.” At one point Alan gave up on his ice cream and gave it to Akshar and ran towards the girls and joined them. At this point Akshar’s brother-in-law also joined them. Akshar looked at Diya and she seemed very relaxed. He asked his sister to keep an eye on Alan and turned towards Diya and said, “Come with me. Let us go for a stroll on the beach.” His sister immediately said, “That sounds like a good idea. Once you are back we will take out turn.” Diya said, “Definitely” and both Akshar and Diya started walking away from the crowd. When they were almost away from every one and were almost isolated, Akshar pulled her in front of him and kissed her.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Chapter 7
Diya and Alan were on the buffet line to get some food. Alan was very curious about what was on the table as he couldn't really see much. Diya was holding his hand in one and a plate on the other. She got some fruits, especially some pineapples as they were his favorite and some pasta that was there. She took some fruits, salad and some pasta for herself along with a bowl of minestrone soup. Alan was now holding a glass of apple juice and was walking with his mom as she was looking for a table to sit. Ice cream was being server at a corner and Alan was all excited to go there. The flavor of the day was mango and coconut. Diya had to keep him in control and said, "Once you finish your meal you can go get your ice cream." Alan was disappointed and said, "Daddy would have let me have the ice cream first. I don't like you" with a frowning face. Diya ignored what he said and continued walking. Even after they were seated Alan had a long face and was giving a hard time refusing to eat. Diya tried to distract him with other things and tried to feed him but nothing was working as his mind was set on having an ice cream before his meal. Diya was starting to get a little annoyed by his behavior. Just as she was about to lose her temper Akshar joined them with his food, and instantly Diya was relieved but wondered how he was going to handle this little stubborn child sitting next to her.
Alan instantly asked Akshar, “Daddy. Mommy is mean. She said I can’t have ice cream.” Diya interrupted, “Before you finish your food.” Alan made a mad face at his mom and said, “Yes. I told her that you always let me have an ice cream. Isn’t that true daddy?” Akshar spoke after he finished chewing his food and said, ”Hmmm…. Let me see. I don’t see why not.” Diya was surprised to hear him say that but before she could say anything Alan got up and pulled Akshar, “Come on dad, let’s go get some right now.” Akshar put his napkin from the plate and got up. Alan turned around and gave a victory smile to Diya. Before the two of them left the table Akshar said, “Buddy, I think we might have a tizzy bitsy problem.” Alan’s eyes that were wide open instantly turned into a concern and asked “What is that daddy?” Akshar said, “Well! Ice cream is considered as a dessert so we eat dessert after a meal. So if we get it now and it might melt before we are done with our food. But if we try to eat fast and not chew our food well, then we might choke. Unless if you want to eat your ice cream melted we can get it right now. Now that I think about it, I do not like my ice cream melted so I will get mine later. How about you Alan?” Alan thought about it for a minute and said, “I will first finish my food daddy then we will go get it” and hopped on his chair and started eating.
Alan instantly asked Akshar, “Daddy. Mommy is mean. She said I can’t have ice cream.” Diya interrupted, “Before you finish your food.” Alan made a mad face at his mom and said, “Yes. I told her that you always let me have an ice cream. Isn’t that true daddy?” Akshar spoke after he finished chewing his food and said, ”Hmmm…. Let me see. I don’t see why not.” Diya was surprised to hear him say that but before she could say anything Alan got up and pulled Akshar, “Come on dad, let’s go get some right now.” Akshar put his napkin from the plate and got up. Alan turned around and gave a victory smile to Diya. Before the two of them left the table Akshar said, “Buddy, I think we might have a tizzy bitsy problem.” Alan’s eyes that were wide open instantly turned into a concern and asked “What is that daddy?” Akshar said, “Well! Ice cream is considered as a dessert so we eat dessert after a meal. So if we get it now and it might melt before we are done with our food. But if we try to eat fast and not chew our food well, then we might choke. Unless if you want to eat your ice cream melted we can get it right now. Now that I think about it, I do not like my ice cream melted so I will get mine later. How about you Alan?” Alan thought about it for a minute and said, “I will first finish my food daddy then we will go get it” and hopped on his chair and started eating.
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