The New Age Dadi
The stereo typed image of a benign smiling sedate Dadi or Nani whose sole purpose in life should be making jars of delectable pickle evidently never retiring from household chores , has now been transformed.That was the yesteryear Dadi -Nani image who was in a joint family setup totally engrossed with family commitments and most importantly the rearing up of grandchildren.She then had the authority to take decisions too for the welfare of her grandchildren .
With technological advancement and social mobility the breakdown of multigenerational families is visible today. Nuclear families are thus the order of the day therefore limiting the scope of Dadis / Nanis now who enjoyed the earlier status and priveleges.. The Dadi Ke Nuske' days are obsolete and gone .
The virtual disappearance of grandparents from the immediate family has become either circumstantial or compulsive.
The flip side of this changed scenario is that it is giving more space and free time to them to revive their dormant interests.
The New Age Dadi / Nani comes as a surprise package intent on pursuing her passion, hobbies and indulging in what she had always aspired to do or to be !!
And why not ??
These grandmas are setting new standards and silently proclaiming that Age and status is no bar in achieving their dreams and desires.
The New Age grandmoms have taken up cudgels to go ahead with their passions thus initiating positivity and vibrance not only in their own lives but also others around them .
Undoubtedly family support , encouragement good health and above all the grace of The Almighty are extremely crucial and significant for pursuing their interests , nevertheless their focus and determination deserve credit.
So whether it is a challenging task of mountaineering , dancing , marathon-running , trekking , modelling, ramp-walking , photography, music or any other hobby that involve both physical strength , perseverance focus and dedication it is their grit that makes them achieve what they had aspired .
This does not insinuate that they are not loving caring doting grandmoms ...After all this prized status is indeed exhilarating and it is with grandchildren that they enjoy the most .
The New Age Dadis and Nanis are a mixed combo...busting the notion of the Vanprastha ashram , infused with vigor and enthusiasm to pursue their dreams !!
The flip side of this changed scenario is that it is giving more space and free time to them to revive their dormant interests.
The New Age Dadi / Nani comes as a surprise package intent on pursuing her passion, hobbies and indulging in what she had always aspired to do or to be !!
And why not ??
These grandmas are setting new standards and silently proclaiming that Age and status is no bar in achieving their dreams and desires.
The New Age grandmoms have taken up cudgels to go ahead with their passions thus initiating positivity and vibrance not only in their own lives but also others around them .
Undoubtedly family support , encouragement good health and above all the grace of The Almighty are extremely crucial and significant for pursuing their interests , nevertheless their focus and determination deserve credit.
So whether it is a challenging task of mountaineering , dancing , marathon-running , trekking , modelling, ramp-walking , photography, music or any other hobby that involve both physical strength , perseverance focus and dedication it is their grit that makes them achieve what they had aspired .
This does not insinuate that they are not loving caring doting grandmoms ...After all this prized status is indeed exhilarating and it is with grandchildren that they enjoy the most .
The New Age Dadis and Nanis are a mixed combo...busting the notion of the Vanprastha ashram , infused with vigor and enthusiasm to pursue their dreams !!
Is that not the key to happiness ,positivity and contentment ?
