An Evening of Joy with the Taste of Pomelo

Hello dear friends,
I hope you all are doing well and spending a beautiful life with your loved ones. I wish you all happiness and peace.

In life, it’s often the little things that bring us the greatest satisfaction—like the taste of a fruit, a moment spent with family, or the smile of a loved one. For me, yesterday evening turned into such a delightful memory, all starting with a simple fruit—the pomelo.

A few days ago, on my way home from the office, I noticed some large pomelos in the basket of a roadside fruit seller. Pomelo is one of my favorite fruits, and during the monsoon season, its flavor and demand are at their peak. Without thinking too much, I bought one for 40 taka. At home, I eagerly cut it open and took my first bite—only to be disappointed. The pomelo was not fully ripe, and it tasted bitter. It was inedible. Disheartened, I threw it away, feeling as if my excitement for pomelo that day had been completely ruined.

But you can’t always control your cravings. I love pomelo so much that, a few days later, the desire came back. Yesterday evening, on my way home again, I decided to take another chance and bought one more pomelo, this time for 30 taka. In my mind, I thought—if this one turns out bad like before, I might give up on pomelo for the rest of the season.

Once home, I began peeling the pomelo. As I removed the thick skin, the sight of the light pink, juicy segments inside brought me some relief. The moment I tasted the first piece, I knew I was in luck this time—it was sweet with a slight tang, and no bitterness at all. The taste washed away the fatigue of the entire day.

We all sat together to enjoy it. My little daughter, Nusayba, tasted pomelo for the first time this year. When I saw the joyful smile on her tiny face, I felt like this was the best moment of the day. She happily ate piece after piece, and watching her enjoy it made me twice as happy.

Pomelo is not only delicious but also very healthy. It’s packed with vitamin C, which boosts immunity. It also aids digestion and keeps the body refreshed. Especially in the monsoon season, eating pomelo can help protect against minor illnesses like colds and coughs.

That small event yesterday reminded me once again that life’s happiness doesn’t always come from big things. Sometimes, a perfectly ripe pomelo, a family moment at the table, and a child’s laughter are enough to fill the heart with joy.

Looking back, I realize that if I hadn’t been disappointed by the first unripe pomelo, I might not have appreciated yesterday’s joy so deeply. Often, small disappointments pave the way for bigger happiness. And for me, that happiness tasted as sweet and refreshing as the pomelo itself. Now I feel like buying another one—let’s see what luck has in store for me next.