My Women’s Day Inspiration (Post No.3)

Women’s Day just went by and I woke up to umpteen number of wishes on various platforms especially on WhatsApp. Off late, I have been aloof with social media or virtual interactions (I shall talk about it in a post soon). Hence, when I received so many messages I was quite surprised that people still remember me. I am grateful to them and thank them for the wishes. However, my women’s day wish arrived earlier that week.

I had a cook with me for about a year before I shifted cities. A lady in early 30s with two teenage kids (she married quite early), her parents and a jobless husband, was extremely dedicated to her job. She used to walk 2-3 km every day to work in multiple houses with a broad smile always. I never heard her complain. Also, I do not remember a single day when she skipped work without prior notice. Personally, I was and am extremely fond of her.

Apparently even after shifting cities, I have been in touch with her, and so is she to check on me and my daughter (whom she is fond of). Earlier this week, during one such call, I got to know that she has bought a bike that she rides to work. I felt genuinely happy for her and her achievements. More than that I appreciate the fact that she did what was required for her to sustain her everyday living. I do not know how many women can do this. They either slog for the family all their life or complain about the life they live. I have not seen many women who accept their situation and work hard to rise above them.

I do not fascinate to take inspiration from women whose tale I have heard of or of women who are celebrated around the world. However, I regard women whom I see around, understand their situation and yet appreciate their guts and strength to keep going. One among them is this lady and she has been one of my secret inspirational women.

Though late, I wish a Happy Women’s Day to all such women around the world.