
Yesterday I had talked about rats. It’s the turn of frogs today.
During my intermediate classes, we from the biology stream, used to dissect frogs as a part of our practicals. It’s a different thing how we justify killing someone allegedly for the benefit of others. But that’s a different and serious issue, we will discuss separately.
It was a rainy day and we were out of classes for recess, when we spotted some greenish frogs jumping in the water. We had a fascination for frogs, so some of us ran after them. One picked up a stone to throw at them.
Then there was a close friend, Uttam, a student from the maths stream. He shouted, ‘Are you nuts? Don’t you know that if you stone or harm these frogs, you will get dumb wives.’
All retraced their steps. One who had picked up a stone dropped it. Biology students thought that Uttam was cautioning about those special greenish frogs. So all became conscious.

We all were in late teens then. All were dreaming to get the most beautiful bride on the earth. And dumb? No way, not all. So no compromises, no missteps. All accepted with no question asked.
The other day, in our regular get-together Zoom meeting of old college friends, that we started last year, the matter came up for chit-chat, and all were laughing, but Uttam, who had shared his pearls of wisdom then, was serious. When asked, he said innocently, ‘Now I think, I should have thrown stones at those frogs.’
Nobody could control the laughter.๐๐ค
This reminds me of a story of a man who had the hobby of fishing. One day while fishing, he heard a voice, ‘Pick me up.’
He looked around, but couldn’t see anyone. He then heard the voice again, ‘Pick me up.’

He looked in the water and he saw a frog floating there, raising its head. The man said, ‘Are you talking to me?’
The frog said, ‘Yes, yes, I’m talking to you. Pick me up, then kiss me; and I’ll turn into the most beautiful woman you have ever seen. All your friends will be jealous, because I’ll be your bride!’
The man looked at the frog for a short while, reached over, picked it up and placed it in his pocket. The frog said,
‘What are you doing, man? Are you nuts? Didn’t you hear what I said?’
He took out the frog, looked at the frog and said, ‘Nah… I’d rather like to have a talking frog than a nagging wife…๐
I don’t know whether it was something like Uttam’s wisdom or a different experience altogether ๐
–Kaushal Kishore
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That was great!! ๐๐
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Thank you so much ๐
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Funny story, KK. Thanks for sharing ๐๐คฃ๐
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So happy to hear that. Thanks a lot, Grace ๐๐
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My pleasure.๐
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Interesting story. Thank you for sharing!
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I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks so much!
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Dear Kaushal, your ability to assume such a different mantle is incomparable! You are a philosopher, the talented bard, the guru, the erudite teacher, and now even a comedian who would be in high demand with his innovative and witty stories the world over!
Thank you, Kaushal, for being you!
Joanna
PS, I learned a bit about Dr Johnson, and his book is being delivered tomorrow,
Thank you for the introduction, Kaushal ji
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My God, you have given so many titles; and comedian, I was not expecting even in my dreams. But I humbly accept the honour you bestowed upon me. That’s so very kind. It truly means a lot. I cherish and treasure every word of yours.
As regards Who Moved My Cheese, I’m sure, you will enjoy it.
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You are more than welcome!!
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Nice one. Made me chuckle!
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Your comment makes me feel happy. Thank you, Anne!
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That was very interesting and thoughtful.
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So lovely to hear that from you. Many thanks!!
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Oh my, the true stories correlate. Uttam was a bit wise, didn’t want the frogs hurt and the fisherman felt was pushed by curiosity too and he wouldn’t accept it but find a scapegoat, that he’d rather love a talking frog than a nagging wife. ๐๐ Such riveting stories, KK.
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So glad you enjoyed the stories. It means a lot to me. Thanks a lot, Lamittan๐๐ค๐
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Sure, i did enjoy. Feel most welcome, my dear friend. ๐๐ค๐
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Great story KK! ๐๐
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Thanks so much, Cindy ๐โค๏ธ
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it’s always a pleasure! ๐๐
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โTension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are.โ ~ Chinese proverb
Better to be philosophical when married.
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Hahaha, so true! Thank you so much!
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Frog myths! I want more
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Oh sure! You can also share if you come across.
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What fun and a change up..I enjoyed both tales, but especially the first one.. I loved how everyone remembered that moment to laugh and enjoy it together …years later:)
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Certain things in life howsoever small get imprinted in the brain. When we chat, I’m surprised to recall so many things. I’m glad you enjoyed the stories. Thank you, Karima. ๐๐ค๐๐
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A wonderful, heartwarming true story. A hilarious story about the frog and the fisherman. A very clever juxtaposition, KK! โค You are an excellent storyteller!
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I’m happy that you enjoyed stories. Thank you so much, Cheryl for this generous comment that is in fact a morale booster. ๐๐
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Very hilarious! Couldn’t control laughing!
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So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you.
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