Dosa

Each year the elders in the village set out on a pilgrimage. Janaki’s grandmother too decided to join the group this year. Janaki’s heart sank.

Sharvari

As Mridana sat on the bench awaiting her appointment a young girl walked into the Bank. The girl looked around for a free window when her glance fell on Mridana. In an instant the girl walked over smiling broadly.

2 years old today!

61,000 words, wrapped in values, spun into a 100 stories that tip-toed their way into your Sunday mornings.

“The extra-ordinary encounter”

My 99th blog-post is a shout-out to my elder daughter. Here’s proudly presenting to you a story that she had written a few years ago for her English exam in Grade VIII.

The RJ

The Golden Mic was an award given to an RJ for exemplary work in radio presentation. Radio being a non-visual medium developing an audience connect is a difficult task. But Nihaan was the unanimous choice of the whole jury and he received the award amid a thundering applause.

Good tidings to you

To all my readers who inspire and motivate me…

The Chat box

‘the virtual world is a vast expanse dotted with perils.’ “Well” thought Avani, “wise words grandma but being an online entrepreneur is a tough job.”

Namastasyay Namo Namaha

Janani worked at a sweet shop and needless to say today this place was at it’s busiest. It was also the day when Janani and her friends traditionally dressed up in red-and-white sarees and went to offer Sindoor (vermillion) and sweets to the Goddess as they bid her farewell.

Poha

The lockdown period forced everything to shut down. While Schools shut Nandini’s father’s autorickshaw which was the only source of income too stood still and lifeless. It was a trying period for all. Nandini’s father was very troubled because there was no income. Nandini wanted to help but how? remained the question.

Muft-Maafi

Nilambar was known for his pleasant nature. He never lost his temper and actually forgave people easily. His ways earned him the nickname ‘Muft-Maafi’ (someone who forgives easily).