A New York-based entrepreneur's post about his mother is raking in the likes. Sahil Bloom posted the life story of his mother on her birthday, and it is nothing short of inspirational, as the lakhs of views and likes the post received would testify. Sahil Bloom's mother, Lakshmi Bloom, moved from Bangalore to the US on her own on a college scholarship that she secretly applied for. It was difficult for her to move away from her home country and be on her own, but with her grit and determination, she made it happen.
Lakshmi got her bachelor's and master's in the US within four years. In addition, she also met an American whom she would soon fall in love and raise her family with. She would run a small business and raise her children and her grandchildren all on her own terms.
In Sahil's post, he mentions how his mother and father never go a day without a kiss or an 'I love you', setting excellent examples for their children. They have been together for 42 years, and their marriage is still going strong. "What a life! What a legacy! Happy Birthday, Mama. Here's to you." Sahil captioned the post on X.
My mom is an absolute legend.
— Sahil Bloom (@SahilBloom) April 29, 2024
Born and raised in Bangalore, India. Secretly applied to college in the U.S. and got a scholarship. Arrived in 1980 with no money to her name. Got her undergrad in two years and her masters in another two.
Met an American guy and fell in love.… pic.twitter.com/ocRiFI1dxP
Reactions To The Post
Netizens were quick to like and comment on the post, marvelling at Lakshmi's strength. Several people commented on the post, including The Juggernaut magazine founder Snighda Sur and entrepreneur Clint Murphy. People commented on Lakshmi's life and legacy, calling her brave and her spirit infectious.
"Secretly applied. That's a brave move." one user commented on Lakshmi's secret application to a US college.
"Happy Birthday to her. It's such a blessing to have a mother like that." another user commented.
Lakshmi herself replied to Sahil under his post, stating how his love makes it all seem like a fairytale. "Who could have predicted my mischievous younger child would turn into an eloquent son! Thank you for this loving tribute," she replied, giving us a glimpse into the mind of a proud mother.