Today was Sunday. Like other days i had thought that I would wake up a little late but I don't know why I woke up early in the morning. There was peace in the house only a light cool air was coming from outside. After getting up, I gave myself some time and then took a bath with hot water. The weather was a bit cold, so after bathing the body felt very light.

After bathing, my son Mohammad Uwais and I sat together to drink tea. He laughingly said that we should go out today, we have to buy some mobile items. I also smiled and said, okay, let's go out today. While sipping tea, we both kept talking – sometimes about his school, sometimes about some funny video. I always like such moments when I get to spend time with my child without any hurry.

After some time both of us came out and went to the mobile accessories shop. He carefully chose a good cover, then also took the earphones. It was nice to see his enthusiasm. Children's happiness always lies in small things and that is what gives real comfort.

While returning from there we thought of having something different for lunch. I got biryani packed from a shop nearby. When the wife smelled the fragrance after returning home, she smiled. Said, “Today you have made the work easy.” All three sat together and ate dinner. The taste of biryani, the company of family and the holiday atmosphere – everything felt perfect.

Instead of taking some rest after dinner, I opened my laptop. This afternoon I had to attend an online infection control training. This training was on infection prevention updates of the hospital. The session lasted for about one and a half hours. New protocols, hand hygiene compliance and prevention of surgical site infection were discussed. The trainer also gave some good examples which made it easy to understand. I also kept making notes so that I could share it with the staff later.

When the training was over I felt that the day had been productive and relaxing. By evening the weather had become cool and pleasant. I went to the garden with my son. He kept playing and I sat quietly on the bench and enjoying the fresh air. The sky had turned light orange the sounds of birds also be heard.

Returned home after some time. The wife said that we should not go out today, let us prepare something light at home. I also said that it is okay, today has been a good day anyway. We kept the dinner simple, but our conversations revolved around the same training, child's mischief and small matters of the day.

Before going to sleep, I thought that only days like Sunday bring true balance. On one side, family time, on the other side, some work or learning. Today was the same day – no much hustle and bustle, no stress, just peace and familiarity.

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