When Silence Speaks...

This is not the first time when someone told me that they wanted their daughters to be like me when they grew up. I have heard this genuine feedback from quite a few people in my friends circle and relatives. I am not much of an appreciation taker; I have always felt that it's their goodness to see me as someone they can present as role model to their kids.  I know I am not perfect, but I also know who I really am, and I very much love who I am ; no doubt! But when you hear a parent say that they want their child to be like you; that's way more than an appreciation. It's a respect you are given; and I am always humbled when I hear those words. But I never wrote about it before. Then why today this post? All the previous comments were made by Indians belonging to similar culture. Not that it wasn't important or close to my heart; but being from Indian culture I can relate to what are the goods and bads I bring to table; and can weigh in as to why they say what the