Very profound Nipun! i have very often heard this phrase 'time is money', and when such phrases are believed in and given effect, the result is a one dimensional society and the interactions that flow from it. you give us a breather/refresher when you say "time is priceless" - indeed that is the true nature of time. the best part is it is in our own hands to make it priceless; the examples quoted (Ma's blankets, cousin's birthday etc etc)reflect the immense joy in making the time in our hands priceless. love gayathri