Saturday, November 14, 2015

A woman #madeofgreat

In her early seventies now, this is a woman who is #madeofgreat. Right from her college days she has learnt to fight against destiny and the challenges life throw at her. Nothing it seems, came to her on a platter, nothing came to her, 'easy'.

She nursed her mother back to health from a debilitating illness when she was a mere 19 years. She faced intense resistance from her parents, when she decided to marry the man she loved. She lost her father to the claws of destiny a day before her son was born. She went through the pangs of uncertainty and fear when doctors expressed the possibility of her son being born deformed (the good part was, he was born normal). She lost her husband to alcohol and later to fate. She lost her son to his own psychological fears.

Having lost so much, the question is, how did she keep sane? And how did she become a woman of mettle, of steel, a woman #madeofgreat?

She did. Because, instead of giving back to destiny and life, the injustice hurled at her, she gave back love, smiles, kindness and joy.

She protected her children from an alcoholic home by staying strong and giving love and security. She relentlessly pursued the path of freedom from alcohol for her husband, without feeling let down, or angry or depressed. She loved her son back many times more than he withdrew from her, she gave kindness to the families who needed warmth and support most by taking shifts as an attendant in hospitals - voluntarily and willingly, because she had been through hell and back and knew how difficult it is to manage meagre human resources when a loved one is in hospital for days.

She was always there for her children's special occasions, even as they grew to be middle aged and she, old.

Even as she prepares for the final journey, she wants to be there for those who could use her healthy organs and live a better life.

She is an amazing woman and a real one. A woman who has and keeps on inspiring me to be a better, stronger and happier human being with every deed of hers. She is truly a woman #madeofgreat. They don't make women like her, on a large scale. I am glad she is such an important part of my life.
http://madeofgreat.tatamotors.com/

5 comments:

  1. The story of a Legend in herself – that’s how I will describe it in a short sentence. Very well written with words which enhance the simplicity yet greatness of the Lady. Salutations and very happy for you to have got inspired and bringing out your best in life.

    My answer: Tata is a name which any and every person can rely on for its honesty, commitment and perseverance. Lionel Messi is a legend who has carved his name in history books with total dedication to the game, simple living and improvisation which is seen with each game he plays. The association of Tata Motors and Lionel Messi as their Brand Ambassador will definitely give an edge to the Tata group over its competitors solely because the brand Ambassador also holds the same reputation of not letting his fans down ever, like Tata Motors who have given the best to the world over the decades. Its an exemplary association par excellence.

    You can choose my answer as the Voucher winning comment if you feel I described it all well.. :) Please remember to post it on the Indiblogger contest page today.

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  2. Hi Sonali
    Indeed a nicely written post. I wish you good luck for the contest
    Here is my answer
    The association of Tata Motors with Lionel Messi is that of two greats. Lionel Messi has been exceptionally talented who with his hard work, determination and sacrifices has got better and tougher in his chosen sport so is the Image, reputation and quality of TATA Motors that have transformed brilliant ideas into masterpieces of engineering and created a brand and products that we are so proud of as Indians. Lionel Messi has transformed his body and the mind body co-ordination into a masterpiece of precision and excellence it would not be wrong to say that Lionel Messi is the TATA Motors of sports where as TATA Motors is the Lionel Messi of vehicles both giants in their own spheres driven by the drive to excel and lead by example. So Lionel Messi is the best choice for becoming the brand Ambassador for TATA Motors
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  3. Your post describes #madeofgreat so well that it has winner written all over it. Good luck for your entry.
    Here is my answer.
    Like minds think and act alike looking at the track record of TATA Motors it has stood the test of time and built a business that was built using bricks of hard work on a foundation of trust. Authenticity, reliability, simplicity, as well as its commitment to innovation are the trademarks of brand TATA Motors. These same qualities are present in Lionel Messi who with his immense talent has made a mark for himself on the international football field .Facing all hardships he has worked hard toiling on the fields and in training sessions facing injuries and pressure to come out trumps and be a winner. Thus these two greats Lionel Messi and TATA Motors are made for each other .There association is a bond of two legends
    In case you pick me a winner my email id is : princess09hema@gmail.com
    Fingers crossed :)

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  4. Your post defines #madeofgreat to the hilt. Goodluck for the contest
    My answer is:
    Authenticity, reliability, simplicity, as well as its commitment to innovation are the pillars of strength on which TATA have built a brand that has put India on the global map. It is a brand that has stood the test of time just like Lionel Messi who tackles opposition on the field with his skill,agility,strategy,brilliance and raw power to reach and score a goal so has been the track record of TATA motors who has become a brand leader and a global giant. These qualities make TATA Motors and Lionel Messi perfect partners who stand for the same set of values thus Lionel Messi is the perfect brand ambassador to represent TATA Motors.
    Hope my best to be a winner here; do contact me for the prize at mahima2014j@gmail.com
    fingers crossed

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  5. Your post defines #madeofgreat in an awesome manner.Very well written and interesting post indeed.
    My Answer
    Tata Motors is a brand that makes durable vehicles, with its MADE IN INDIA mark makes every Indian proud. It is a brand seen globally as Trusted, Reliable, Innovative and at the forefront of technology. In its journey since inception it has overcome all odds, competition, and adversities with grit and determination. These same qualities are associated with Lionel Messi who was very talented and hardworking from a very early age. With each game that he played he kept improving his skills and built a career to become one of the best player of professional football. There qualities make both TATA Motors and Lionel Messi giants who perfectly compliment each other and Lionel Messi the right and perfect Ambassador who stands for the same values that TATA Motors does.
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