The Picture

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10/02/24

The Picture on the wall , hanging almost half a Century back ! A family photograph taken next to my wedding day : Once so valuable, now turned purposeless. Getting faded, lacking polish , losing charm. Photo showing parents and Grandma with newly married bride- groom. Every one in jolly mood and fresh looks. Bright bride now approaching eighty. Rest members have passed away. Old lady and the picture on the wall are still existing . Old lady to expire soon : Children are settled abroad. Residence will be sold at earliest. The picture will settle in the trashbin.

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Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 10/4/2024 6:37:00 AM

Dear Anisha, it was an emotional write and showed that what was important, such as photos, will fade with time and will have very little meaning for those who come after. It is a powerful write with a strong message of time. A winner! Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Anisha Dutta
Date: 10/4/2024 7:19:00 AM

Thanks Daniel for your visit and appreciation. Time creates and destroys. Personal belongings turn meaningless in course of time. Have Good Days.