DP Daily Prompt: Trains,Rails, Automobiles Or Something Else entirely different by Ranu
Rowboat (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
I have chosen a rowboat for this prompt. My husband’s family lived in the village. Two days after my marriage, I was scheduled to travel to the village, where my in-law’s lived.
This was my first experience on a rowboat. My father was not too enthusiastic taking us to his village because of transportation.Here I was on a narrow boat,the ceiling touching my head. I was a new bride and therefore it was not appropriate to complain.The pace was slow,I wasn’t aware how long it would be before I could free myself from the pressure of everyone around me.
The boatman was taking his time rowing,he was used to this. He felt great, he was feeling important,my husband hired him.
After about two hours we reached the place where we were to disembark. The wharf,where we were supposed to get off looked like a slimy mound of earth. I was terrified,this was my first time,and I was wearing a sari not the best attire to alight on a slippery path. Embarrassment aside I asked my brother-in-law’s help. With his assistance I was able to walk on the path and reach the building. I breathed a sigh of relief when I crossed this hurdle!
Dear Ranu,
Thank you for sharing this story. You impressively confronted your fears!
All good wishes,
robert
This was my first ever journey by a rowboat.It was difficult.My mother thought I am the only
one capable of adjusting among my siblings.
All the best to you Robert and many thanks.
Ranu
It was not easy,I survived.
Thanks Robert.
Ranu
What a wonderful story Ranu. What a momentous experience! You must have been so excited and a bit afraid. Thank you for sharing this about your wonderful self. Kudos my friend~
I did not enjoy it.I was scared the whole time.We were never trained by our father to travel by a rowboat.
This was my first experience.
Thank you Cindy for your wonderful comment.
Thank you Cindy.