"She was living in the past and he wanted to live in the present."

In the heart of bustling Mumbai, Ravi and Meena's life was a testament to the modern working couple's dilemma. Ravi, often feeling overshadowed by Meena's dedication to her corporate job, frequently asked her to take a day off. He longed for those spontaneous escapades, a break from their monotonous weekdays. But Meena, absorbed in her responsibilities, always had a reason to stay at work.
This cycle of hope and disappointment became a staple in Ravi's life, until one day, a revelation struck him.On a Wednesday, a day like any other, Ravi returned home to find Meena there, a rare occurrence. She had taken leave, but not for the reasons Ravi had hoped. It was the anniversary of her father's death, who passed away thirty years ago, a day she devoted to distributing food to the poor, in line with her culture.

This discovery left Ravi grappling with a torrent of emotions. He couldn't help but feel a sting of frustration. All those times he had asked for a day together, Meena had declined, yet she had reserved this day for someone who no longer walked this earth. The irony was biting: here was Meena, dedicating her precious time off to a memory, a tradition, while he, very much alive and yearning for her attention, was consistently set aside.
That evening, as they sat in the quiet of their home, Ravi couldn't contain his feelings. "Do we only find value in those who are gone?" he asked, his voice a mix of sorrow and frustration. "Am I, the living, less worthy of your time than a memory?"

Meena, taken aback by the depth of Ravi's feelings, realized the imbalance she had unknowingly nurtured. The conversation that night was a difficult but necessary one, unveiling the complexities of their relationship. It brought to light an important theme: the tendency to honor the past, sometimes at the expense of the present. They both understood that while it's important to respect traditions and remember those who have passed, it's equally vital to cherish and prioritize those who are still part of our lives. This revelation marked the beginning of a new chapter for them, one where the living were celebrated just as much as the memories of those gone.