Shree was fondly called Indigo Mom by her doting son Adi, for she was the sole person who struck a perfect balance between the temperamental, authoritative father Ravikant and her son Adi. Just like the colour indigo which symbolizes a blend of blue and violet, the traditional and strict nature of her husband on one hand and the playful, free spirited attitude of her son on the other- were blended beautifully by her.
She believed that the father, though a bit restricted in his thinking and not in sync with current times, had the best interests of the son in mind when it came to his studies, his future, the kind of company he kept, money he spent. Though she secretly let her son indulge in at times and get away with things, when a confrontation arose, she most often stood by her husband only because she earnestly believed that harsh as it may sound, it was in best interests of the boy.
At times she did have a different opinion but never voiced her thoughts, she feared speaking up against her husband who was their sole provider.
Today, another confrontation was on cards, not just a regular one about partying deadline or too much of money splurged on gadgets but this was akin to a war being waged within the four walls of the house.
After refusing numerous marriage proposals without any valid reason, their son had confided in them today.” I am gay”, said and the father thundered and struck him with the whip of his belt.” I will not put up with this nonsense, the solution is to get him married immediately and get this absurd stuff out of his head”.
Adi looked at his mother with tears in his eyes, stand by me this one time ma- his eyes pleaded. It was simpler than it seemed, she heard her voice for the first time in the midst of a confrontation, this time not pacifying or trying to strike a balance but supporting her son and refuting her husband.
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(This post has been written for the second edition of BAR-A-THON, the fortnight-long blogging marathon for bloggers everywhere! My theme is “7 colours of the rainbow ROYGBIV”. I present a Flash Fiction in 300 words based on one colour for each day of the challenge and blend it with something that personifies that colour)
Beautiful. The dilemma of the mother has been captured perfectly. Great take on the color Indigo. Cheers, Varad
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Thanks Varad! I took quite sometime to frame this story and connect it with the prompt. Was quite a challenge compared to other colours
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Loved your interpretation. I read the post thrice and now understood what you wanted to potray.
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Thanks! I tried to convey myriad messages ranging from inclusivity by accepting LGBT to a woman finding her voice and not succumbing to her husband, the bond of a mother and child and patriarchy prevalent in our society. Thanks for stopping by!
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Beautifully put from a mother’s perspective. Not many write about the near and dear ones feelings
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Thanks so much Neha! I wanted to portray the dilemma of a mother torn between her husband and child
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Thank God! the mom stood by her son…kudos to the new age mom..good use of the colour in your theme
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Yes I wanted to end it on a positive note. Glad you liked it!
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Nicely done! Great build up and a very positive and reassuring ending to the story. We need more mothers like Shree.
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Thanks Nats!
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It indeed ended on a positive note ❤ totally loved it
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Thanks dear Swati!
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You are just amazing with words, Akshata! Your description of the colour Indigo is apt.
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Thanks so much dear Aesha! I struggled quite a bit to personify this colour glad too see the response
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That’s an interesting stand for a mom to take when her husband is at the opposing end. Loved it Aks…
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Thanks Shalz! So glad to hear that!
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I am so glad she stood by her son in the time of need. This is what we want now, more supportive parents when kids come out of closet.
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Thanks Raj- I wanted to end the story on a positive note- the mom finding her own voice and standing up for what she believes is right!
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Acceptance. I believe that’s what parents need to do, accept their kids for the person they are. Enjoyed your easy narrative.
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Thanks Namy! Glad you liked it
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You tackled so many issues in that one small post. Wonderfully written. And I am glad she did decide to take a stand against her husband.
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Thanks a lot Tulika!
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