HELPLESS LOVE

Once upon a time all feelings and emotions went to a coastal island for a vacation. According to their nature, each was having a good time. Suddenly, a warning of an impending storm was announced and everyone was advised to evaluate the island.

The announcement caused sudden panic. All rushed to the boats. Even damaged boats were quickly repaired and commissioned for duty.

Yet, love did not wish to flee quickly. There was so much to do. But as the clouds darkened, Love looked around with hope.

Just then Prosperity passed by in Luxurious boat. Love shouted, "Prosperity, could you please take me in your boat?"

"No", replied Prosperity, "my boat is full of precious possessions, gold and silver. There is no place for you."

A little later vanity came by in a beautiful boat. Again Love shouted, "could you help me, vanity? I am stranded and need a lift please take me with you."

Vanity responded haughtily, "No, I can't take you with me. My boat will get soild with your muddy feet."

Sorrow passed by after sometime, again Love asked for help. But it was no avail. " No , I can't take you with me. I am so sad. I want to be by myself."

When Happiness passed by a few minutes later, Love again called for help. But happiness was so happy that he didn't look around, hardly concerned about anyone.

Love was growing restless and dejected. Just then somebody called out, "Come Love, I will take you with me ." Love didn't know who was being so magnanimous, but jumped on the boat greatly relieved that she would reach a safe place.

on getting off the boat, love met Knowledge. puzzled, Love inquired "Knowledge, do you know who so generously gave me a lift just when no one else wished to help?"

Knowledge smiled, "Oh , that was Time."

"And why Time stop to pick me and take me to safety?" Love wondered.

Knowledge smiled with deep wisdom and replied , " Because only Time knows your true greatness and what you are capable of. Only Love can bring peace and great happiness in this world."

"The important message is that when we are prosperous, we overlook Love. When we feel important , we forget Love. Even on happiness and sorrow we forget Love. Only with time do we realise the importance of Love. Why Wait that long? Why not make Love your part of life?