James found himself nestled in the cosy corner of his living room, enjoying a cup of evening tea, when his phone alerted him of an incoming video call. A warm smile graced James’s face as he answered the call and one by one, the faces of his siblings came up on the screen, all from different corners of the world.
Lena, the family’s eldest, had settled in Norway and had a thriving career in finance. Tom and Emily, the twins, beamed from their university campus in Melbourne.
As they chatted and caught up on each other’s lives, James felt a deep sense of nostalgia. He missed the days when they all lived under the same roof, sharing laughter and stories around the dinner table. A thought began to form in his mind almost on an impulse — a plan to bring them all together once again.
“Hey, I’ve been thinking,” James began, his voice brimming with a hint of excitement, “How about a family reunion?”
The screen immediately lit up with eager faces, each sibling expressing their enthusiasm in their own unique way. Lena nodded, her eyes twinkling with anticipation. “I could use a break from work.”
Emily’s excitement was palpable as she jumped up and down. Tom, the reserved one, simply smiled and nodded.
After a brief flurry of brainstorming, they settled for Goa, their ancestral home—a place that held a special place in all their hearts, though they hadn’t visited together in years.
James took the lead and plans quickly took shape. They secured a charming villa near the pristine South Goan coastline, spacious enough to accommodate them comfortably. As days turned into weeks, the excitement became palpable, with their group chat buzzing with last minute talks.
When the day arrived and they landed in Goa, the air was thick with excitement and nostalgia. From the moment the siblings stepped inside, the house filled with echoes of their laughter, reminiscent of their family home from years past.
Over the course of the week, they ventured out to explore the vibrant streets of Goa. They savoured delectable Goan cuisine, took leisurely boat rides and gathered around the dinner table each night to share stories, just as they had once done in their childhood.
On the final night of their reunion, they sat together under a starry sky, reminiscing about the unforgettable week they managed to have after years. James gazed around at his siblings, their faces glowing with happiness and in that moment, he realised that despite the miles that separated them, the bond they shared was truly unbreakable.
Their little trip to Goa had served as a reminder of the love and connection they shared and they promised to make it a family tradition, one they held good in the years to come.