Mr & Mrs 55

Shekhawats' Emerald Anniversary

SIDE SHOW: Sheela Mirani's calendar

The gods were either crazy or extra-benevolent today. Why else should it have rained early morning? At this time of the year, in Mumbai? And if the cool, refreshingly divine weather was not enough, there was a colourful pandal in the Garden, already constructed outside the China Hut, as though waiting for the Shekhawats to make an appearance and celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary there.

How many of us can count ourselves so lucky? For that matter, how many of us have survived a marriage for 55 years? Think about it. What we saw and experienced today was heaven’s way of showering its blessings on this incredibly beautiful couple who have lived and loved each other through thick and thin, for better or for worse, for richer or poorer, in tears and in laughter, in sickness and in health… Yes, the pictures speak for themselves.
Bihari Milwani:
Why is Shekhawat getting married every year on the birthday of our club? Big Laaf was founded on March 14, 2003 isn't it?
Jagmohan Papneja:
Shekhawat-ji, please accept my warmest congratulations on this wonderful occasion. Your completion of 55 years of marriage is a marvelous achievement. You both have set such great examples for not only your four salees in Mumbai, but also to all others who know you. Happy Anniversary! May you enjoy many more years together.
Raghuvir Shekhawat (son):
Thank you all. Really touched. This is what the group is all about -- celebrating and cherishing important moments together and standing as one when the weather gets rough. Thanks again.
Lt Col Angad Singh (retd):
Couples who stay together lively, happily, healthily and with well-brought up children are blessed. The Shekhawats are one such couple. We are happy to have this couple with us. I am sure there are many more. I wish them all a very happy, healthy and happy married life.
Kiran Prakash:
Dear Raghuvir, it is indeed a privilege for all of us to be part of 55th Wedding Anniversary of your Dad and Mom. Shekhawat-ji has been a guiding and motivating force for all of us at the club. He has today set another benchmark for us in marital relationship. Once again, I wish your parents a very long and happy married life. I hope Raghuvir, we will be able to meet you too on their 56th Wedding Anniversary.