India then and now
(This in no way pertains to any one family but is generalised to depict India)
We were mosty walking to school
Now school bus picks up children as a rule
We were graduating only from college
Now children graduate in school as a privilege.
Father worked in office to earn
Cooking at home was Ma's concern
Now both parents earn separately
But they do work from home currently.
Father would go by his scooter
He was saving money for future
Now parents buy home taking loan
Their income mainly serve loan alone.
We went to market to buy vegetables
We went to stores to buy groceries
Now they order online to get delivered
To store in fridge to use as required.
Family rarely went on a holiday
We travelled by bus or train only
Now both parents have their own cars
They also fly to different destinations.
We played on the vacant site
Be it badminton or cricket
Now the complex has all facilities
But no time to play for long periods.