The Secret Trails of Nainital
When my maternal grandfather was a young boy in Nainital, his childhood was filled with curiosity, joy, and wonderful adventures. The beautiful hills, fresh mountain air, green forests, and peaceful lakes of Nainital made his younger days unforgettable. My grandfather was always a curious and adventurous child. He loved exploring new places and finding the […]
Grandpas’s Radio and the Great Blackout
Grandpa’s Radio and the Great Blackout When my grandpa turned 80, he decided it was time to tell me “the secret story” of his youth — the one he swore he’d never told anyone before. We were sitting on the balcony as the evening sky turned orange, and he began with a mischievous grin. “It […]
Lost at the Fair!
“Eṅkaḷ kuḻantaikaḷ, avarkaḷ tolaintu pōṉārkaḷ Our children, they are lost!” My grandmother, Meera (or Meema, as I call her), lived in Chennai as a child. When Meema was in elementary school, she spent her school holidays with her cousins and their extended family in Bangalore. One year during the Dussehra holidays, when Meema was around […]
The Fire Escape
Smoke. Smoke. Smoke? Why is there smoke? 2 hours ago Mornings started early for the Bhadury couple. Up at 4 am and walking by 6. Back by 8 and back to sleep. But the turn of events after that was one that they wouldn’t forget. Mr.Bhadury, my grandfather, and Mrs. Bhadury, my grandmother, are morning […]