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Say No to Wayward Innocence
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is won over by others. So they decide that they will get up early in the morning,
meet at the society gate, one of them will distract the attention of the guard
and, in the meantime, they will go out. That night, they sleep with beautiful
smile on their faces as they are going to have a fun-filled day. Early in the
Childhood is a phase of innocence and mirth. Children are as delicate as the
morning dew. They are as lively as the morning sunlight. Their incessant morning, they get up and get relaxed as their families are in deep sleep.
laughter enlivens the aura but sadness on their faces breaks hearts. They smile, They meet at the society gate and as per their plan, they slowly move out of the
they laugh, they play, they do mischief and it's all pleasant. But sometimes they gate. To their utter surprise, they see a beautifully decorated bus there. Their
adopt such ways out of their innocence that are harmful not only to them but parents and family members are standing in front of the bus with lovely smiles
to others, too. on their faces. The kids are not able to understand what is going on there. They
become scared, too. But then their parents come forward and hug them, make
There is a very beautiful colony where so many families live. Every facility is
provided there — a library for the readers, a gym for fitness-conscious persons, them feel relaxed and tell them the whole story.
a beautiful park with flowers and greenery everywhere. Above all, there are Parents of Rahul heard the conversation of the kids and came to know about
many swings for the children. All children play there and enjoy the company their plan. They informed other parents. First they got annoyed on their kids'
of each other. decision. But after considering their intention, they decided themselves to
take them on an excursion.
Everything was going well. During lockdown period, nobody was allowed to
come out and interact. That time was so crucial. Even elders became tired of The kids become surprised, happy and they regret their mistake. They realise
keeping themselves confined within the four walls of their house. How can we that their decision of going alone, is wrong. If they desired to have an outing,
understand the condition of children, who know no barriers? they should have told their parents. They apologize for their folly and promise
that they will never repeat this mistake.
This story has its genesis in a situation where all children, fed up with the
scenario, are allowed to visit only their closest friends after restrictions are Father of Rahul tells them that at every step in life, parents are always there to
partially lifted. That is a matter of great joy for them. guide them. But there should be communication between children and the
parents, so that they both share their views and thoughts with each other.
Five kids of that society, namely Rahul, Sunny, Ashu, Gaurav and Priyanka
find this opportunity as a feast. They start meeting each other. They use to see They all agree with their parents' advice. All start laughing on that unexpected
movies, play games, and also enjoy cooking some lovely dishes. It's a great fun and comic situation. Then kids say enthusiastically, "We are getting late. Let's
for them. They start cycling in the society campus. proceed to explore the city and enjoy beautiful time with family and friends".
Everyone gets into the bus, spreading happiness and trust everywhere.
One day, when they are watching the movie 'Baby's Day Out', their minds
become active. They think if this small kid can explore the entire city without Moral: Whatever the circumstances may be, share everything with your parents. They may get
any harm, we can also do the same. They discuss with each other and start annoyed for some time, but they are your true well-wishers. They will always help you in
adversities. Their presence in your life is your precious asset. They are the angels who
making a plan to go outside. They know that their elders wouldn't allow them
understand what you need, like the parents of those five kids.
to go outside without the company of elders. They decide to do it secretly.
They think that it will be a great fun for them. They decide that they will enjoy
cycle ride together, visit beautiful places in the city and come back in the ~Richa Anand~
evening. If their parents scold them, they should be prepared tolerate it, as that
scolding will cost them very little against their unlimited fun. Priyanka is little
scared. She tries to convince them that they may fall into some trouble. But she
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