He explained, “I am very happy about it. But, there are many other issues. Even though I am retired, old and do not go out often, I too need some money to meet personal expenses. Even for a rupee I depend on my son. This creates very uncomfortable situations. Last week I wanted to take my wife to a free Bharata Natyam program. We needed Rs.200 for auto fare. My wife has some problem with her knees. She would find it difficult to walk or travel in bus. When I requested my son on whose education, growth and marriage I have spent all my savings, he asked me to talk to my daughter-in-law. She suggested that I could watch similar programs on Television. When I pressed the matter she said that I did not understand the value of money. After making a big fuss, she gave me Rs. 50 and asked me to go by bus. When I referred the matter to my son, he was proud to have a practical wife and was sorry to have irresponsible parents. My wife and I have decided to give up all such desires to avoid humiliation.”

“How do you spend your time?” I asked him. “We spend our time in doing household work, watching Television and talking about the past. What else can we do? ” he replied.