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HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Khwairakpam Ningol Radharani

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Mom : Khwairakpam Ningol Radharani, Teacher, Toubul , Bishnupur District

Best Moment : There are lots and lots of best moments that I shared with my mom that I cannot probably recollect which one was the Best. Well, If I flip through my vacation dairies, I will surely get uncountable memories of mother’s care for me ranging from the varieties of Manipuri cuisines she cooked for me which is the most precious thing for me as I grew up in a residential school since childhood; the late night awesome coffee she made for me while I was studying ; the way in which she made my bed while i fall asleep on the table. Well, as of now the best moment I can remember was that I stand up against Baba to protect my mother with a knife when a feud seeped in between him and mom when I was just 6 years old.

Moment I want to say Sorry : I still remember the day when mom was so sick and lying on the bed groaning with pain. I was the only one to cook food as everyone in the family was away. Mischief was I, playing computer games amidst the cooking session that the food turns out to be overcooked and the curry tasted really bad. I felt the numb in my heart when I saw only tears on my mothers bed without she touching a grain of rice I offered on her bed. For this, I just want to say SORRY to my mom that I was a mischief child and from now on I ll provide her my full attention in any times of need. I want to apologize with a conviction that she will be my top priority in times to come.

On this Special day, I want to thank my mom for everything. How much I want to give her a hug to make her feel that this life is worth living all because of her. I thank her for the times she supported me physically, mentally and psychologically when everyone had walked out including dad.

All I can say is ” She is the one who can take the place of all others, but whose place no one else can take ” Love you mom. Well, This lifetime seems to be insufficient to show you my love.

Submitted by: Rocky Wahengbam, Student, Delhi University, India.

HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Takhellambam Bina

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Mom’s Name :  Takhellambam Bina, Profession: Retired Supervisor at women’s welfare, Gram seveka, Manipur.
My Mama is a supportive person. I truly appreciate her for being there whenever I need her. Thank you Mama for not giving up on my dreams and life’s biggest decisions.
  I am truly sorry for not being around you when you need me the most due to this dreadful distance.
Submitted by:  Vik Sorensangbam, 3D Character Artist, Montreal, Canada.

HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Sougaijam (o) Sandhyarani Devi

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Mom’s Name & profession: Sougaijam (o) Sandhyarani Devi/ Homemaker.

What do you appreciate in your MOM and want to say Thank you for ?

As i grow older, i realized that she lives her life for us only, her children, for our happiness, just like all the mothers in this world. Thank you for everything.

Any moment you want to say sorry about ?

She was a very strict Mom. I long to go back to those years where i was not able to understand her. Now i know why. Sorry, Mother, for giving you a few hard years while growing up.

Last time i was home, it was during Mother’s day and was fortunate to hug her close. This time I’m going to give her a virtual hug. Happy Mother’s Day to all the Mothers !!

Submitted by: Dinnie Sougaijam Travel Professional, Bangalore City.

HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Sorokhaibam Sachi Devi

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Mom’s Name & profession: Sorokhaibam Sachi Devi, Homemaker

My mom is a very hardworking, high spirited and a cheerful person. A “woman of substance”, I would rather say. I would like to thank her for the unconditional love and support she has given us. She gave priority to nothing else when it came to us and always trusted us. She never sits idle. Even today, my dad takes pain in making her stop doing things and in telling her to take rest. It’s just that, at times, he wants to spend some lone time with her. But, mom never listens. So, dad would have no other choice than to sit beside her and watch her. He takes special pleasure in doing so. They don’t express it but we know the spark is still there. It’s such a good feeling to have their blessings.

We had a strict upbringing. Even today, there are times when I feel scared of my mom. But, this has impacted my life in so many ways. If it is not for her I would have been lost. All that I’m today or ever hope to be, I owe it to my mom. I can never thank her enough for the sacrifices she has made just to fulfill our wishes. Thank you so much ‘MOM’ for always being there for us and for everything.

Many a time, knowingly or unknowingly, we tend to say or do things that hurt our moms to a great extent. But, how much you feel sorry inside, you fail to express it. I haven’t said sorry to my mom once. Sorry mom if I ever did or said anything to hurt you and for being a not so good daughter. Sorry for not being able to give you the appreciations you deserve. I know you have high hopes for me. I haven’t been able to live up to your expectations yet. But, I promise you that I won’t let you down and will always keep you smiling.

“Thank you for believing in me. Love you always!”

Submitted by: Somina Sorokhaibam, Student (MSc Agril. Economics), Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Salam Memi Devi

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Mother’s Name: Salam Memi Devi, Ex Graduate Teacher, Nambol Leiren Girl’s Higher Secondary School, Nambol, Manipur.

I APPRECIATE her selflessness. After my father (who served as a CAPT in the Indian Army)passed away, she came to live in her natal home, where she settled herself. She was the only earning member of a big extended family(my grandfather had two wives and ten children). However, she was not deterred by the huge responsibility she had before her. Though my grandfather was quite well off, he became alcoholic and didn’t care much for his children’s development. So, from looking after her younger siblings and their offsprings, to bringing us up(me and my elder sister) with meagre resource and limited support, she has come along way. She didn’t have to do any of this. She was very young when her fate made her a widow; beautiful and independent. But, she opted the road less taken.

So, thank you mother on behalf of all of us for all your love and sacrifices. We love you so much. I pledge my life to you. You are my soul, my God. Happy Mother’s Day!

I am sorry that I am unable to give you as much time as I would have wanted to.

Submitted by : Maisnam Dhaneswari, Cabin Services Director, Qatar Airways, Doha,Qatar.

HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Surodhoni Wairokpam

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Mom: Surodhoni Wairokpam sister in charge in maipakpi maternity hospital,

I admire my mom for what she is.  Her love for her profession is tremendous, she is stylish, hard working, has brought us up beautifully, a good wife and I would like to thank her for giving me birth.

When I was younger used to disagree with lots of things my mom used to tell me and used to argue with her all the time, but now I understand what she meant by then. I would like to thank my mom for believing in my dreams and my passion and for being patient with me. I love u Mama

Submitted by: Lin Laishram actor/ model/ yogini Bombay , India.

Episode 029 FindingTheVoices Being a Mom, Special Mother’s Day Podcast with Manjoo Sharma Lalwani from Australia

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Thanks to Manjoo Sharma Lalwani for sharing her journey of “Being a Mom” for our special Mother’s Day podcast series.

Manjoo is a mother of 2 boys, working full time. She shares her journey on being a mom coming all the way from Manipur to Australia.

Balancing work & home is all in the mind ? Should we be friends with the kids ? Should we give in to tantrums ? What do you do to deal with tantrums ? Should the reward to kids be materialistic ? How difficult is it to manage with single income nowadays ? What is the role of support for Husband ? Trust & faith & not spying is the key raising teenagers ? Values versus Material gifts ? Keeping up with technologies

Listen to the podcast to hear the interesting and fun way of raising kids and experience of Manjoo’s journey of being a Mom.Personally for me, It was a great learning experience talking with Manjoo. I got so many tips and things to do. Most importantly Mom needs to take care of yourself and have your own time 🙂

HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Dr.N.Shantibala Devi

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Mama’s Name –  Dr.N.Shantibala Devi, Senior Lecturer, Manipur.

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The woman who taught me values, manners, responsibilities, always one step behind whenever I need a helping hand. the one to sing along with when i’m the happiest. The one who has sacrificed her time for everyone’s good and especially for me. I admire her love,beauty, her strength and courage trying to meet every end without any fuss. My biggest inspiration, my strength, the best gift the almighty has bestowed upon me – “My Mama”. I love you lots.

I wish i could spend more time with her. I regret that our work keeps us away.

Submitted by June Neelu, Singer/Marketing Executive, Bangalore, India

HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY Dr. Sharda Salam

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Mom’s Name & profession: Dr. Sharda Salam, District Family Welfare Officer (DFO), Bishnupur District

What do you appreciate in your MOM and want to say Thank you for?

Mom, on this Mother’s Day, we would like to appreciate and thank you for all the sacrifices you have made in your life just to make your children happy. Our dad passed away eleven years back but you were able to muster enough courage to give strength to the three of us (Ashok, Shilpa and Ashish). You hid your pain to help us grow personally and professionally. I still remember the day you told us,” I am here today because I know my children will make me and their dad proud someday.” And yes, with your support and blessings we have achieved our dreams today. If you weren’t there for us, my elder brother wouldn’t be getting an excellent position in IBM; I wouldn’t be working in one of the top U.S Healthcare organizations and my younger brother wouldn’t be studying medicine. All the credit goes to you because YOU DESERVE IT. You have given us everything what we have asked for. Now it is time for us to give you what you have asked for. Mom, you are the GREATEST of all.

Any moment you want to say sorry about?

We are sorry that we couldn’t be with you to celebrate the Mother’s Day. But, no matter how many miles we are away from you, you are always in our prayers. Here’s wishing you a very special Happy Mother’s Day to you. We wanted to let you know that our dad knows of your sacrifice and you are not alone. We are all with you. Love you so much.

Submitted by: Shilpa Phairembam, Master of Health Administration (MHA), University of Missouri-Columbia, USA