It was sunny day in the month
of April. I had my breakfast in the morning. I thought “Let me listen to some
music.” I started my player in my laptop and was busy humming the tunes of
latest Tamil hits. Simultaneously, I started my gmail to check my emails. And
there she stood with her writer’s eye. I clicked the mail and tried to read
each and every word slowly and steadily.
It read - We are looking for writers who can pen down few stories from
different parts of south India. Are you interested to join us in this beautiful
journey? It was signed by Deepa Balasubramanian. I was
counting my blessings at that moment when I read those words. Also I was very
glad as I got an opportunity from an inspirational author to work with her.
Last year on this date, we started this journey of The Plantain Leaf – Our book
title which is an assortment of south Indian tales. We have completed one year
and as we march ahead we have received much support and encouragement from
whoever we have as our closed ones in the corridors of life. We look forward to
see seamless support which will make us pen more beautiful and delightful
stories. The Plantain Leaf would
remain as my first baby and I would like to thank my friend/ writer Deepa who made this happen and who also
helped me to touch my dream. A big hands to her and all those audience who
never ever cease to offer their love towards us. I extend my gratitude Deepa. Keep writing and Keep
transforming lives.
Vindhya was sipping hot cup of coffee on her desk. She was reading a quarterly report of her company. As she finished, she glanced at the debt market desk opposite to her. She cannot see him. She was yearning and longing for his eyes, innocuous smile and seductive charm. She was searching for those eyes since one week. It had been a long wait though. Vindhya was an introvert, shy, pretty young lady. She dressed up in a traditional style with Kurti and salwar with nicely braided long hair. She had a finance masters in hand and was working as an Analyst in a financial services firm. Her co workers liked her not only because of the way she looked but also the way she spoke, behaved and her whole nature. She was a quick learner and efficient at work. Ameesh was a Debt market dealer in the same company. He was a reserved person and never mixed with people around. He had a fixed set of 3-4 friends whom he used to hang out with. It had been six mont...
I have no words left!! Dear Saranya, you have all the traits of a creative writer. I was only happy to help. Keep writing and done stop this amazing journey of stories :) love.
ReplyDeleteThanks Deepa!! Much love
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