Life is a race and we are all running to make ends meet. It is not about who is the breadwinner or who keeps the home. Life has the skills to engulf us all. It is only normal that we go through the cycle of getting absorbed, realizing it’s not worth the effort and then breaking free. To add to the fun, we guide others to focus and get absorbed. Then leave them to find their own way.
Sounds silly I know but this cycle also teaches us lessons. That of humility, respect, dignity of labor, standing up for ourselves and perseverance.
While walking towards the Pebble Bay beach in Hong Kong, I spotted this lady. Something about her intrigued me. She was engrossed and also wanted to sell those knick knacks to the passersby. It was a juxtaposition as I saw it but then, who said life was simple?
I am participating in the third edition of Barathon and today is day 2. You will see me running a marathon of photo/travel posts on this space from July 2-15 every other day. Have a good time!
Also joining Esha and Natasha for Wordless Wednesday. My #64 this week.
happiness and food 
There’s something so pure yet strong about this snap. I am in awe of the way you connect things so beautifully.
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How difficult it is to make a rupee. Nothing is easy as you said and life is truly a race. Beautifully captured in this simple photograph.
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Nice short little piece conveying a very deep meaning!
http://www.jaispoetryblog.com/2018/07/lesser-of-two-evils-commander-maritz.html
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thoughtful post and you put it very beautiful in words.
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Reminded me of my days in HK .. roaming the streets where you see these men and women selling trinkets.. liked how you connected this picture to life being a race
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i love those hand fans she has…
#Barathon Day 2: Lesser of the Two Evils
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Very beautifully written! Life is really not as simple as it seems .
#barathon
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Thought-provoking! True life is a race but do we know the objective of this race… is it to win or is it complete it at our own pace while enjoying it as well!
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Life has no meaning if aren’t struggling in some manner. If we stop struggling, we stop living. That’s what I feel.
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Life is a race. So many wishes to chase!
True Parul.
The busy lady wants to sell and also create new items.
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This writing has a poetic touch to it, Parul. Life isn’t simple, how true! Your clicks are beautiful, Parul.
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You interpretation of getting absorbed and its connection to this photograph really is praise worthy. Oh I love those fans though, I wish the weather in our country was more conducive to encourage carrying of those fans 😉
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lovely photo – I like that she is busy in her own world while still being a part of this one through her work.
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I saw this picture on your instagram account. There’s something so sweet about this lady – that she’s deeply engrossed in what she’s doing. And I love your interpretations.
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I can only applaud her pride and industry which is visible in the pic. Excellent click and the writing compliments it to a T.
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Wow, what a thought provoking post and a picture to boot, dear Parul. I love the way you can spin sheer magic out of a simple picture.
Thank you for linking up with Esha and me for #WordlessWednesday. ❤
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