Which One is Better

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Dad used to give us a measly Rs. 20/- per month,

in that we were not only able to eat stomachs fill,

but we were able to save too!!

Now we earn a sum of 20K, we have no idea

where it goes, let alone saving it!!!

 

Which was better, the former or the latter???

 

We used to make notes;

we used to study for ranks!!

Now we scan thru our mails;

we strugle for our ratings!!!

 

Which was better, the former or the latter???

 

After getting back from tiring play,

we used to do our home work!!

Now who knows / cares about home;

all we do is just work!!!

 

Which was better, the former or the latter???

 

Six subjects per year, six different teachers!

One project since we joined

and just one manager!!

 

Which was better, the former or the latter???

 

We ahve still not forgotten the people

in the next section!!!

Now we don't even know who sits

in the next cubicle!!!

 

Which was better, the former or the latter???

 

We knew our history and economics!!

Now let alone reading books,

we don't even catch up with the

daily news!!!

 

Which was better, the former or the latter???

 

(Taken from Kushalam, October-December 2007)