Akshansh Chaudhary

January 31, 2025

Innocence on the Road

There are days that blend into the tapestry of daily routine, where time ticks mechanically and moments pass without significance. Yet, then there are days that shimmer with an aura of innocence, irresistibly drawing you in and turning commonplace events into cherished memories. 

It was over lunch, a meal as unremarkable as any other, that my wife's youthful spirit unfurled. Her candid displeasure at the food was met with giggles, as she declared, “I don't want to eat this. It's not tasty.” Her eyes would light up at the sight of onions, their crunchiness offering her a simple delight that seemed lost to the grown-up world. It was in these moments of pure, unfiltered expression that her innocence shone most gloriously, as if refusing to be boxed by the mundane.

As we huddled around, exploring credit discounts with the eagerness that only a deal can inspire, she perched herself on my chair. Her curiosity glimmered, seemingly unaffected by life's tedious intricacies, and I found myself caring for her more deeply with each passing moment. In a whimsical act prompted by her cuteness, I reached out, gently pinching her cheeks, each squish mirroring the affection growing within me.

The morning unfolded with a different rhythm. My wife, usually content as a passenger, seemed possessed by a daring insistence to drive. Pleas turned forceful and, eventually, a mutual understanding saw her take the wheel. The atmosphere within the car was electrifying, a concert of its own as Coldplay's melodies floated around us. In her hands, the wheel turned dance floor, and with every beat, she hummed along, the recent concert still echoing in our hearts. Her driving style was hers alone—distinctly carefree. With each mile, her joy was contagious, and soon I found myself lost in melody and motion, marveling at the universe of simplicity she inhabited.

Days end, but their moments live on. The sight of my wife effortlessly merging onto life's highway, where innocence refuses to age, where joy is a journey unto itself, where her spirit invites us to dwell in childlike wonder—I like this side of her. It’s not just cute; it’s captivating.

Akshansh

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