I was fortunate this weekend as I got to celebrate a lot of things. On Friday it was my elder brother’s birthday, Saturday was my nephew’s birthday, and of course Sunday was Mothers day. It was a memorable time since I cherished every moment with my family. It’s not too often we’re all in the same place for 72 hours.

I also spent a lot of 1:1 time with my father, whom I admire greatly. Given the success I’ve had in my life – he also knows the great struggles and problems it comes with. As well as, the shift in how society ends up labeling and taunting you when you become more visible. Therefore, he reminded me of a famous shayari (poem) that he heard. It was great to be reminded of these words. I’ve translated the words from hindi to the best of my capability – as I think the words are beautiful and powerful and the underlying theme is something we can all relate to.

Chal Rahe ho tho – bathani ki zaroot nahin
As you begin to reach your destiny – there is no reason to say

Chal Rahe ho tho – bathani ki zaroot nahin
As you begin to reach your destiny – there is no reason to say

Rukh ge jis din – pooche ga koi nahin
Because, if you ever fail – no one will ever ask

Jhante he jo – dhol vo peethe nahin
But, those who know – will never expose their noise

Chalte rahte hein bas – mor kar dekhte nahin
They will simply march toward their destiny – with never looking in the past…

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