Far apart, but perfectly aligned

 Far apart, but perfectly aligned

They say the sun and the moon are worlds apart. One rules the blazing day, the other the tranquil night, and their paths rarely cross. But this isn't a story of distance; it's a story of balance. They are two distinct entities, yet they play distinct roles in the same cosmic dance, perfectly complementing each other in their own ways.

Though they don't share the sky every day, the universe holds its breath for the moments they do. An eclipse. It’s an event the world eagerly awaits—a fleeting, magical collision of their worlds. We can't schedule it or rush it. It happens when the time is right, when nature itself determines it's time for them to align.

There is a beautiful parallel to be drawn here with friendship. Life, with its relentless momentum, often pulls us far from the people we once held closest. We go our separate ways, leading different lives under different skies. Yet, the bond remains, a quiet gravitational pull. And just like the sun and moon, we may not be part of each other’s daily routines, but we know exactly when to show up. When one of us is in the shadows, the other appears to cast their light. We complement each other exactly when we are needed most.

We may not meet often, but when we do, it’s an event. It’s not just a casual catch-up; it’s a much-awaited eclipse between families, a reunion that brings a different aura to the relationship. For that one afternoon or evening, the chaos pauses, and there is a different glow—a warmth and light that only happens when those two worlds finally align.

This one is dedicated to all those friends who are miles apart, too busy navigating their own orbits. Though we are apart, we still cherish the memories we created together, waiting patiently for the next time the universe decides to let our worlds collide.

M.L. Narendra Kumar