The Royal Guard- The Symbol of timeless Memories
The Royal Guard- The Symbol of timeless Memories
Located amid the picturesque charm of Shimla city, there was the ancestral home of the famous Raghuvanshi family. That royal house is also the home for the majestic grandfather clock hanging on the walls for several generations of the family.
Its wooden frame weathered with age, yet its spirit is eternal. This clock had witnessed generations of the Raghuvanshi family, its rhythmic ticking a constant companion through their joys and sorrows.
In the Raghuvanshi mansion, the clock was hung on the walls by by none other than Suraj Singh Raghuvanshi. With each turn of the key, he embedded it with his years of knowledge and experience. It stood tall in the foyer, and the sound it produced kept echoing in the hall, narrating the story of the Suraj Singh’s growing family.
As years passed by, the responsibilities of the house and the royal business passed from Suraj Singh to his son, Vikram Singh Raghuvanshi. Under his supervision and guidance, the family kept expanding, and the clock kept witnessing the joyous laughter of children and the feeling of love and togetherness among the members of the family.
Time marched on, and Vikram Singh also aged and now the responsibility of managing the clock was on the caring hands of Vikram Singh’s daughter, Meera. She grew up witnessing the melancholy tick-tock sound of the clock, in the background of her childhood.
The grandfather clock was like the symbol of togetherness for the family. It always reminded the visitors in the house about the unbreakable ties that kept this royal Raghuvanshi family together. Every daughter at one time needs to step out of the ancestral family to get welcomed by another as their daughter-in-law. The rule was no different for Meera.
Meera eventually got married to another royal family of Uttrakhand and left the Raghuvanshi mansion, but the clock remained, being faithful and to record the saga of the new generation. After Meera now it was the responsibility of Vikram’s son, Madhav Singh Raghuvansi, a young man with dreams as vast as the sky.
Madhav was in love with the old clock, as its presence always remained him about his childhood and rich family history. He loved to sit by its side, enjoying the melody of gentle chimes, representing the tradition and the love between the members of the family which till date remained the talk of the city.
Years passed, and the Raghuvanshi mansion stood as a symbol of never fading strength of the relationship of love and togetherness among the family members. Witnessing the laughter and tears, success and hard times of Raghuvanshi family, the clock stood as a testament for others to follow about familial bond and the power of love.
One day, as Madhav stood before the clock, he was revisiting his family memories since the time of his grandfather and understood that this Grandfather clock performed the role of family caretaker beyond performing mere timekeeper job. It was a keeper of memories, a guardian of the family, and a symbol of the familial bond that helped the Raghuvanshi family being together for generations.
And so, the clock continued singing the song of family love besides maintaining strict record of the seconds, minutes, and hours. It also counted the moments of love, laughter, and togetherness that made the Raghuvanshi family saga a truly timeless one.
A few words about the role of a clock:
Do you know what a clock represents? The clock we use represents human lives. Its movement represents a good flow of energy. Ensure the clock you have at home is a good one and in perfect working condition.
This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Mads’ Cookhouse.
What a beautifully nostalgic tale of the Raghuvanshi family and their cherished grandfather clock! This narrative captures the essence of tradition, family ties, and the passage of time with such eloquence. The symbolism of the clock as a witness to generations, holding within it the stories and memories of a family’s journey, is truly touching. It’s a reminder of the importance of heritage and the enduring connections that bind us together. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt story!
Loved this family heirloom legacy Samata! What a perfect qay to bring out the emotional flow of generations and also to explain the spiritual symbolism of the clock.
your insight about the role of a clock in our lives really got me thinking. It’s true, isn’t it? A clock isn’t just a tool for measuring time; it’s a reflection of the energy and flow of our lives. Thanks for reminding me of the importance of cherishing the timeless treasures in our lives.
I remember in those days we used to have big clocks which rang each hour. Even when I got married there was a similar clock in my in-laws place that had to be wound. Over the years somewhere we have lost the good, old clock to fashion and style. Reading your post brought back all those memories. With the advent of mobile phones, watches and clocks are slowly making an exit…sigh!
I am impressed by the Raghuvanshi family’s devotion to maintaining tradition and keeping memories by taking care of the Grandfather clock for generations. Maybe as you say, the clock is a keeper of good energy and this was the reason the family thrived. Or if I look at it this way, winding a clock regularly needs diligence and love, these qualities will ensure a family thrives harmoniously.
I remember my grandmother would always tell us not to keep a clock in the house which keeps stopping. It’s amazing how something as simple as a clock can hold so much meaning and history for a family. Lovely read!
Reading your story reminds me of my mom telling me to have the clock right. No broken clock in the house. She was very keen on this thing. Love reading this post
Wow Samata What a thought-provoking post. The way you’ve described the clock as a silent witness to life’s ups and downs is so poetic. It’s a reminder of the importance of cherishing every moment and the relationships that make life truly special. Thank you for sharing this touching piece of family history.
When we were little we used to have a big clock with a pendulum and I loved to hear the sound it made every hour. Samata, I loved the way u weaved a story in order to make us realize the significance of clocks in our homes and lives. But I didn’t know clocks have anything to do with the energy of the house… Thanks for this piece of info. Pls tell us a little in depth about it in another post of yours… will be waiting.
Yes, Kaveri choice of right clock or watch can creat magic in your life and may even resolve many problems in life too. Its a science backed subject which I use for ocuult science predictions and remedies for my clients
What a beautiful way of telling the story through the royal clock. Clocks are vital part of human lives as you said. Nice pictures.
Hey Samta love your story of Raghuvanshi Family. I really liked the way you tells the importance of the clock. I am also thinking like, clock is really time keeper beyond telling the time.
Loved the little story you shared, Samata. A play on time and family. A timekeeper and memory keeper of the family. When I began reading, it did remind me of My Grandfather’s Clock song we learned as kids but quite enjoyed your version.
This reminded me of a couple of vintage objects in our family too, like my grandfather’s radio which was passed on from him to my father, then the VCR which went to another uncle. What a nostalgia ride this tale of Raghuvanshi family and its clock was. Thank you so much for taking me down this path.
Nice relatable story. Samata.I have heard that we should throw away stopped watches. These digital ones are useless but the analog watches go on. I’ve seen people with a penchant for collecting watches. Do all the vintage ones work???
Pendulam clocks are not good for home installation… there is science backed reason for that. Stopped and broken watches are a perfect No. Digital clocks are good for many other reasons which very few know.
I remember my mom used to tell me never keep a clock which isn’t working it brings bad vibes. And Reading about Raghuvanshi’s legacy and the way their clock represent keeper of memories, a guardian of the family, and a symbol of the familial bond tells us that clock is not just about time but about lot other things.
What a lovely family tale and also the message that clock is not only for time keeping.thanks for sharing this
Love these stories … objects can carry so much of our history and have so many memories woven around them. Ive always been fascinated by the lives of things in our homes and spaces.
I like the narration as well as the pics that depict the story. It is hard not to feel nostalgic after reading your stories. It reminds of the childhood days and the importance of clock in life.