I met her when she was visiting her nephew in Bangalore. She knew a bit of Hindi but not much to understand and speak to me. When I asked her permission for a picture, she started crying. After losing her husband she believed that there was nothing beautiful left in her life. Her age was against her and that there was no one around to love her. I told her that her smile was beautiful but she did not accept my compliment. She let me click later and we hugged before I went back home.
I wish I could speak to her Nepali and console her a bit. She was indeed beautiful.
Another portrait photography attempt with the Canon. Today’s post is my #59 of Wordless Wednesdays hosted by Esha and Natasha.
happiness and food 
Many times we meet people to whom we wanted to talk more. There’s always an urge to know more about that person. This lady has a different aura in her personality. This is a nice click.
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You are right Geethica. Thank you.
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This is a nice click and often it happens that we want to speak but language acts as a barrier. But often even a kind smile is enough to make someone feel better. Your hug would have helped her feel good.
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Agree to that Reema. Thank you! I hope that too.
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Omg this is so heart warming. I want to give her a hug. It’s a beautiful click❤❤❤
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Thanks Raji!
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Lovely woman indeed, I feel sad for her as widowhood isn’t easy at all in south asian context. I only say this from my own experience of watching my mother suffer for decades, thanks to you for showing her compassion and sharing with us! ❤
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I understand that very well. Thank you! Hope you are well.
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People make so good memories. She’s memorable. Beautiful.
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Thank you!
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This is a beautiful portrait. I do wonder how old she is, and what her life has been like. I would have been too shy to do this.
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Yes, I wonder that too. If I knew Nepali, I would have spoken more.
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What an excellent portrait. Such a nice time to spend with a new friend.
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Thanks!
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Okay my heart is broken now.
Where are her children?
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Bangalore and Chennai. But I feel children get busy with their lives. Eventually we are left alone.
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Yeah ikr, that is so sad, and you can’t even blame them completely for it. But then, they could tell their mother that she is the prettiest woman ever ❤
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She sure is beautiful and this breaks my heart. Doesn’t she have anyone else in her life? Parents, in-laws or children, maybe?
And you my dear, are an awesome person ❤
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There are people and family but she missed him. Thank you! You are so sweet! ❤️
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Looks you always meet different people on your sojourns & you weave a different story every time . Beautiful click & lovely presentation , Ms Parul .
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Thank you!
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I wish I could hug her too! Such a poignant story and a beautiful portrait!
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Thank you!
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She is beautiful Parul! I am so glad that you connected with her- smile, hugs and little bit of concern makes a world of difference. I am sure she would have felt so much better when you hugged her… these are small joys and they speak volumes.
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Thanks Angela!
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That’s a lovely capture of the lady. You’re getting better and better at capturing the essence of portrait photography, Parul. There’s so much heartbreak in every human being we meet, but it isn’t always that we can get to have an open conversation about their lives. I’m glad you were able to hug her and tell her that she is beautiful. Thanks so very much for joining in with your Wordless post this week, Parul.
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My pleasure Esha and I appreciate your encouraging comments. Mean a lot!
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Its tough for many women after their husband passes away. It plays ont heir minds, and picking up loose strings of life becomes harder. I wish she understood how beautiful she indeed is
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You are right! I wish that too. Thanks for stopping by!
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What a beautiful photo! I just want to hug her, especially after reading about her. I hope she sees this photo and realizes she is beautiful.
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I hope she came from a world where blogs were normal. But maybe someone can show this to her.
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She’s beautiful, and it is sad when we loose someone we loved deeply. I hope after encountering you she looks in the mirror more and reminds herself she is beautiful!!
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I hope that too. Loss of life of a loved one is so hard.
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We are always our worst critics.
Your photo could win a contest! Have you tried editing it in black and white? It might really bring out her features, but color is gorgeous too.
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Thank you! Yes, I loved the colours more. But will try again 🙂
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She really is beautiful. If only she could see all these comments. This is the kind of thing that makes me more and more keen to learn languages. It would have been awesome for you to be able to speak to her more.
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I know what you mean. I feel the same. Thank you for stopping by.
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Your photo is just perfect, Parul, and what a touching story to go along with it! The lighting, color, and natural-feel of the photo are beautiful, but knowing the intimate story behind the photo makes it the best. I don’t know if there is anything that would make it better. Nice work!
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Thanks Erin! Appreciate the encouragement. I’m working on my portrait photography so was keen to know any thoughts.
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A beautiful picture showing a beautiful soul 😊
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Yes. Thanks Ritu!
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She is indeed beautiful. Her eyes tell are telling me a story that I want to hear.
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How I wish I could speak more to her. Thanks for stopping by!
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She is a beautiful woman. You really told an amazing story with her photograph. Her eyes are so expressive. I am so sad that she lost her husband but happy that she has known love. I hope that she finds herself surrounded by the love of family and friends in the future.
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Dear Parul,
Thank you so much for linking up with Esha and me for #WordlessWednesday.
Her weather beaten face speaks volumes Parul and you have so beautifully narrated the pain behind those expressions and face. It’s heart wrenching to hear her story and so glad you could give her a hug. And make her feel special for once.
Sending prayers and light her way and also loads of blessings for the beautiful large hearted you. ❤️✨✨✨
https://natashamusing.com/2018/05/the-prized-catch-wordlesswednesday/
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Awww! Sad, indeed, thinking that there’s no love left in one’s world!
You did the best thing clicking her picture, Parul. You gave her a reason to smile! ❤
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