Ever since we got back from Mumbai, Vidur insists that I show him the videos we shot there. The first video is one where Deepa (my sister) is cutting her birthday cake. These videos help Vidur remember his aunt and uncle. Infact, he is so found of Deepa that when people ask him what his name is, he responds 'Peepa!' At one time, it was Harish (his favorite uncle... :)
So, Peepa was here for the weekend and Vidur was so happy! He woke up to find Peepa sleeping next to him. He looked at me and said 'Amma! Peepa!' Then, paused and asked 'Chitta?' Chitta a.k.a chittappa a.k.a Sriram (Deepa's hubby). I told him chitta was sleeping in the other room. He was absolutely thrilled! When they got ready to leave, the poor thing was so heartbroken. When Peepa and I went shopping, I got out of the auto and asked V to join me. He said 'No,no. Peepa ba'. He got off the auto and help on to Peepa's hand. A car reversed from the parking lot and was heading past Peepa. V, knight in shining armor, pulled Peepa closer towards him and said 'Peepa!! CAR!!!' Then, he looked left and right, ensured that the lane was safe enough for Peepa to cross. My sister was amazed that V had tried to save her life. Sheesh! My family is good at theatrics! :D (And according to people at work, I am the biggest natak rani. They tell me V takes after me and I am secretly proud!)
It is such a beautiful relationship that of a nephew and aunt/uncle. Children get so attached to people who genuinely care. I know we get to meet each other often. But, how I wish we were all in one place and the kids grew up with each other like a true family! Maybe, one day.....
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