This story is part of a novella – A girl was born
Do check out the first and the subsequent chapters – https://firsttimemommy.net/category/a-z-blogging-challenge-2018/
Tara and Himanshu called each other every day. She left him a ‘Good morning’ message as soon as she woke up, and he left her a ‘Good night’ one when he hit the bed each night.
After a few weeks, the calls were not that frequent anymore. The project and the client demanded much of Himanshu’s time. So, they agreed to call and chat only on weekends. Himanshu visited a new place in London every weekend and described it in detail to Tara. So even without having visited London, she knew one could buy bright scarves at Camden Lock, that Regent Street was very expensive and the summit of the Primrose Hill offered a spectacular view of central London and there was a hedge maze at Hampton Court Palace. She longed to visit all these places with Himanshu.
As the weeks passed, Himanshu got busier with his project and the chats and phone calls became more infrequent. Only a couple of months more, he said. Tara was counting the days before he would come back.
He was already gone five months, when one day Himanshu called. His project was nearing completion, but the client being impressed by his work, wanted him to work on another one. The company wanted Himanshu to stay back for another 6 months.
Tara was greatly upset. She asked him whether he could come back for a few weeks so that they could formalize their relationship. Himanshu got angry.
“Do you think of anything else besides getting married? There are other things in life you know?” He shouted and disconnected the phone.
Of all the things, this was something she was not expecting.
Maybe I am being unjust. He is knee deep in work and all I care about is the wedding. Maybe I should give him a break. Tara knew she was pushing him only at the behest of her father who wanted to see her married. But, that was no excuse. She trusted Himanshu and would marry him whenever he came back, whether it took him 6 months or 2 years.
What will Tara do now? Find out tomorrow in Knock me down.
Oh this is sad indeed; now I am even more anxious to know what happens next….
J is for Djinni #atozchallenge
Do come tomorrow Shalini for knock me down – a very interesting chapter, I must say! And many Indian girls will relate to it.
disappointed with himanshu. kickass for jinxed. waiting to see colors in taras life. J is for Jack of all trades. https://syncwithdeep.wordpress.com/2018/04/10/j-jack-of-all-trades-blogchattera2z-atozchallenge-atoz/
Himanshus of the world, what do we do with them. They bring excitement to life, but along with it pain and disappointment too! Thanks for liking the post, Deepa!
Poor girl. She deserves better maybe.
Your London descriptions were so vivid. Nicely told.
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https://natashamusing.com/2018/04/j-is-for-just-like-that-atozchallenge/
Have visited London, though a lot of years ago. Could remember bits of it. Thanks Natasha!
Hmm.. it is getting interesting with each passing day.. better not get married if not prepared for it. Waiting for knock me down. You know what Tara should just visit London and surprise him if he doesn’t come back.
That’s a great suggestion. Thanks a lot! 🙂 Do read tomorrow’s chapter to know what happens next.
Hmm its usually different for a person who is busy with work- Himanshu is excited about his work and the recognition he got but its a contrasting situation for Tara. He needs to think about her as well, probably come and spend a few days with her. Its only fair
True that, Akshata! In a different country, in a different work culture surrounded by new people, you sometimes tend to forget your old life. Tara realises that and gives him space. Hope it works out for the best. Thanks for liking the post. 🙂
This is the story of most long distanced relationship. Maybe Tara should give him some space and concentrate on her own things.
https://trinalooksback.com/2018/04/11/j-n-bhattacharya/
Good advice Balaka! That’s true for most long distance relationships. Sometimes distance makes the heart grow fond and sometimes wary.
Neethu, am I sensing some personal prejudice. But that’s so true, unfortunately.
Now, she is finding excuses to his bad behavior. Run girl! Run girl!! He is bad news!
Meena i feel so too. Its weird how growing up gives us perspective. We woukd never have realized this if we had been Tara’s age.
This extension is getting on to my nerves as well. Poor Tara, she has to face the test of patience. I still hope that everything turns out well in the end.
We believe in faiey tales, dont we ?? Anagha, i guess taras life is not easy. 🙁
Oh, I totally get her. Long distance relationships are tough. Hope, he stands by her. The story is shaping up nicely!! Kudos
Thanks Meha for encouraging me. I need that in loads. Believe me when I say, everyday I wake up in doubts and race to edit my story. 🙂
No need to have any doubts whatsoever. You are doing a great job.
Love you <3
This is kinda deja vu, I was in long distance relationship with my husband during our courtship days. Such frictions are always scary and poignant mostly.
I have been told that long distance relationships have a poor survival rate. I guess it depends on how much a couple wants to be together that makes them see through the tough times.