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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 1Oct 15   ,Daesh is critical threat

It is thought provoking that despite Russia’s long association with Damascus, Syria, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision to fight against Daesh is a welcome one. Daesh is predominantly in Syria and Putin’s decision is laudable.

The West has to join arms with Russia to eradicate the advancing Daesh terrorist group. When the West joins, this global menace maybe reduced. Will the West join Putin? Assad is not the critical threat to the international community.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

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Letter Published in The New Indian Express India on 30 Sep 15,
Obama,Putin Square off
The Square off between Obama and Putin at the UNGA over Syria is interesting.Both the leaders have come together  over handling the Syrian crisisand the IS,though with different prescriptions.This is a good first step to tackle terror.
K.Ragavan
Bengaluru

Life is Beautiful 287.

Next day evening Ram reached Ravi's house.He was waiting for Ram.
Ravi.Good evening Mr Ram.Please come in  side.Meet my Dad ,retired from Pharma industry
Ram.Nice to  meet you Sir,Your good name
Dad.My name is Ramaswamy.I retired from  Pharmed(P) Ltd a Bombay based Company as  Chief Accountant.
Ram.Nice.i heard about that company.I think Triactin is  their product for arthritis.
Ramaswamy.You are right.That is the  fast moving product.
Ram.I remember that because a doctor friend of mine prescribe for arthritis patients.That gives good relief.
Ramaswamy.Yes,Please have   tiffin.
Ram.My favorite Mysore Pak ,and Rava dosai.
Ravi.I too like.Meet my wife Ragini,my only son has gone out to play.My mother and dad has come last week.
Ramaswamy.Ravi was telling about you.You have called him and gave his wallet . .You are a Honest and great man.
Ram.No sir,i was brought up my parents like that.My dad always tell me ,we should never  take others money if you find with proof you hand over to the respective person.That phylosophy i am adapting from my child hood sir.I am an ordinary man.
Ramaswamy.I am really proud of you. Where is your family and children
Ram.No family,i am alone.I lost my parents
Ramaswamy.Sorry,
Ravi.How was tiffin sir.You have to come one day for lunch.
Ram.Sure,
Ravi.Today  is a memorable day in my life.You have come to my house and a close friend  of  mine in US attended the meeting   along with Prime Minister Modi.
Ram.You mean ,the CEO's  meeting.
Ravi.Yes,my friend works for Google in a good position.Modi has created a big impact this time in US.
Ram.You are right.But no body appreciate his long term vision and foresight.
Ravi.Yes,but he has to solve local issues
Ram.Yes,hope he will .Can i take leaveof you
Ravi.Thank you very much for droping.Shall i drop you.
Ram.No problem.I will go ,Bye to all.
(to be Continued)
K.Ragavan.
See You Next Week,
29-9-15.

Tribute to Cinematographer SunilPatel 370.

Today i am going to pen another interesting film personality from  the Bollywood  film industry is none other than Cinematographer SunilPatel Started his career with advertising  films and later came to film industry. .In his Two decades film career he has worked with many leading Directors and actors Viz Aamirkhan,SaifAliKhan Hritik Roshan,,Preety Zinta and many others.Good visual effects and frame work will be visible in his films.I have seen few films of this Cinematographer.Those films are,Hum Tum,Murder 3, Sarfarosh,Bachna Ae Haseeno,and Bang Bang Bang Bang  he has done a wonderful work.He was associated with Director Siddharth Anand for Couple of films particularly Bang Bang was a hit.Today i am very happy to tribute this talented Cinematographer.
K.Ragavan
See you Next WEek,
28-9-15
www.ragavan-creativity.blogspot.com

Letter.

Letter Published in The New Indian Express India ON 28 Sep 15
Amma,the Nector of Love
your special supplement on  the eve of the 62nd birthday of Mata Amirdanandamayi Devi,Who ha s been acknowledged globally for her love for all and charity,was thought -provoking and meaning ful.
K.RAGAVAN
Bengaluru

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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 27Sep 15,

Facebook debate: Reverse gender discrimination

If pay is fixed for any job position, should the job responsibilities also be implemented uniformly, regardless of gender?Uniform job responsibilities

When pay is fixed for job positions and responsibilities, gender should not come into the picture. Pay should be uniform for both genders. Both genders should be treated equally. Delivery is important, irrespective of gender. In my opinion, today both men and women are dominating equally in all fields and there should be no difference in pay.

K.Ragavan

Bengaluru

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Letter Published in The National UAE on  27,Sep 15 Haj officials must learn more about pedestrian flowThis is terrible news. Those people were in Mecca for a peaceful pilgrimage. I am very upset to hear that such a large number died. Name withheld by request

I pray for the victims of the Haj stampede and for the speedy recovery of the injured.

K Ragavan, India

Article 422.

Article Published in The Gulf Today UAE on 26 Sep 15(Article 422)

Young talent

A few days ago, my grandson called and suggested that I watch a particular television channel at a specific time. 

When I asked the reason, he kept it as a suspense. 

When I put on the TV at that time, I was thrilled to see my grandson taking part in a music programme  along with more than 50 people of various age groups.

Nothing beats the joy of an elderly man than to see his grandchildren doing exemplary things. I decided to give a gift to appreciate him since he is only a Grade Two student.
K. Ragavan

Life is Beautiful 286.

Ram took the phone.Hello,How are you.
Vasanthy.I am fine.Had your rest
Ram.Yes,
Vasanthy.I am extremely sorry
Ram.What for sorry.You are not disturbing me.I took some rest.Tell me what for you called
Vasanthy.You might have disappointed after seeing my cover
Ram  was thinking what reply he can give to his Vasanthy.By that time
Vasanthy. The letter i wrote i kept in my bedroom.Hurriedly i have put my   etisalat bill.
Ram .No problem,
Vasanthy.I thought you might have disappointed of seeing that bill.You are really great.Ilove you.You never upset
Ram.Vasanthy, one should accept what ever happens.For this you called me
Vasanthy.Yes, i do n't know when i will give the letter i wrote
Ram.Time comes i will get it.
Vasanthy.Tomorrow i am planning to come to Karama side.is it possible we can meet
Ram.Well,just now a friend came and invited me to  his house tomorrow .His parents have come from India wanted to see me.
Vasanthy.O.K.No problem.As you said time comes my letter will go to you.Bye now Take care.Love you,love you.
Ram.Same to you .Me too love you.
After that Ram  checked his mails.Raj has sent an email about the demise of BCCI President Dalmia
and important points to be covered.
Ram read  JagmohanDalmia's profile and was impressed.He is a real legend administrator brought BCCI to a greater position.Today BCCI stands to this extent because of his involvement.He felt for his departure.Even though he was 75 he  was active and  impressive personality.He has decided to give a good coverage in his tomorrow's rely.
By that time Ram received  a call from Murthy.
Ram, i saw the news of the demise of Jagmohan Dalmia.
Ram.I got a mail from our Raj  about his demise.Sad news
Murthy.I could n't believe
Ram.What to do.Our departure has already written,but we do n't know when
Murthy.For this only i called you.Bye
Ram .Bye
(to be continued)
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week,
22-9-15.

Tribute to Cinematographer AseemMishra 369.

 To day i remembered another film personality from Bolly wood film industry is none other than Cinematographer Aseem Mishra .In a short span of time he has given good remarkable movies with top class actors and  Directors is not an exaggerated one.Known for his beautiful   frame work both indoor and out door He has worked with Director KabirKhan for few films..I have seen couple of movies of this talented Cinematographer.Those movies,.Ek Tha Tiger,New York,PaanSingh Tomar,Dabangg 2,Gunday and Bhajrangi Bhaijaan.He has done beautiful work in EkTha Tiger,,Bhajrangi Bhaijaan,and Dabaang2.He is one of the few talented technicians bolly wood has got today.Today i am happy to tribute this talented Cinematographer.
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week,
21-9-15.

Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on 21Sep 15,Health care suffers in Delhi

It’s both sad and shameful that people continue to succumb to dengue in the Indian capital (Delhi hospitals struggle against dengue deaths, September 17). The response of hospitals to such emergencies is often lackadaisical, which proves that health care in Delhi is in a poor state.

The Delhi government made so many promises to the people in the past, one of which was that it would improve health care. As usual, those promises proved to be hollow.

K Ragavan, India

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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE On 20 Sep 15,Facebook debate: Should we sleep in before work
Readers debate after a study in the UK concluded that in adults should start work after 10am to increase productivity  Enough sleep in important

To a certain extent I agree with the study that says we shouldn’t start working until 10am. In many countries, the office starts after 10am anyway. In the Middle East and some South Asian countries, the work starts between 7.30 and 8am. All the schools start before 9am in most of the countries, too. Normal sleep requirements for an individual means around eight hours and at least six hours. Sleeplessness will certainly affect productivity and delivery. Some places, because of the climate, offices starts early. Overall, one should have good rest before starting work. Sleep deprivation could also be from spending more time out for pleasure and entertainment.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Article 421.

Article Published in The Gulf Today UAE on 19 Sep 15, (Article 421)

Genuine cause

In my group of friends, we recently decided to do something to help those needy out there. I was happy when my friends suggested we donate food, clothes, and other household necessities to a senior citizen’s home. It is really appalling to know that there are children who refuse to take care of their own parents.

I cannot believe that those children have forgotten their parents’ sacrifices and compromises as though it meant nothing but mere fulfilment of their duty. I am glad our Senior Citizens’ Club decided to help such brothers and sisters.

K. Ragavan

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Letter Published in GulfNews UAE on 18 Sep 15Australia making a change

Australia’s Prime Minister Tony Abbott has been ousted by his party (‘Abbott ousted as Australia PM in a day of high political drama’, Gulf News, September 15). His recent dismissal by Malcolm Turnbull is quite a dramatic development in Australian politics. The policies of the former prime minister were the root cause of his exit. Will the former tech-entrepreneur, Turnbull, bring changes to the Australian people and change their history? We would have to wait and see. Political prowess is not a permanent status anywhere in the world.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 17 Sep 15,Will the decision hold?
Gulf News recently reported about Lal Krishna Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi and Shatrughan Sinha being kept out of polls in Bihar, India (‘Advani, Joshi, Sinha not to campaign in Bihar’, Gulf News, September 12). The recent decision by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to drop their three senior leaders in the Bihar election by the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is the latest development in Indian politics. Among the three, two of them are senior stalwarts and their advice is all that is required of them for these elections, and that might be the reason for dropping them. The other might be dropped for his recent remarks made in the media about his party and stance. The person is none other than the actor turned Bihar politician, Sinha. Despite his long-standing association with the BJP, he has been sidelined and it drove him to comment about the party’s leadership – this might be attributed to the reason for not being given a ticket to contest in the Bihar polls. Will this battle be fruitful for the BJP? We will have to wait and see.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

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LetterPublished in Gulf News UAEOn 15,SepWhat caused the crane to fall in Makkah?

The Gulf News story about the scores of people who have been killed as a giant crane fell into Makkah Grand Mosque was an accident that took 107 lives and injured 238 (‘Scores killed as ‘giant’ crane falls in Makkah Grand Mosque’, Gulf News, September 13). It was sad and painful to read. The real cause should be found out because despite so many precautions for the pilgrims, this incident still happened. I pray for the victims and for a speedy recovery to all those who were injured.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Life is Beautiful 285.

Ram opened the door.One young man was standing out side,
 How are you sir,
Ram.Please come in how  are you Mr Ravi.
Ravi.I am very happy you  are  remembering  my name.
Ram. normally remember all the names.At times i do for get
Ravi.Sorry to disturb you Sir.My Parents have come from India.I told about you and my parents wants to meet you.I have come here to invite you to my house  tomorrow  evening.
Ram.It is my pleasure also to meet your parents.Where you stay
Ravi.I stay in Karama.I will come and pick you
Ram.You could have  called me over phone
Ravi.I want to come personally to invite you.I can not for get the help you have done to me.
Ram.Nothing i have done
Ravi.You  are great sir,
Ram.No,Ravi i am an ordinary person
Ravi.Wheather you remember or not i still remember.When i left  my purse in the  CBD bank ATM machine  and i was driving   You called me after seeing my Card from the purse. I came and collected  my purse and all my  amount Dms  25000,   was in tact which i can not for get

Ram.As a human being i have done this.
Ravi.  No sir,you are above human being.

Ram. O.K.Tomorrow  what time i should be ready
Ravi.6-30.PM. Iwill come
Ram.You tell me your address.I will come from my office.Karama is on the way
Ravi.O.K .I will send my address by SMS tomorrow.
Ram.What you would like to have
Ravi.No sir,I had my lunch See you tomorrow.
After he leftRam closed the door.He was about to open his Beautiful Vasanthy's Cover
By that time again his mobile was ringing
(tobe continued)
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week
15-9-15

Tribute to Director Rajasekhar 368.

Today i am going to pen another interesting film personality from the Tamil film industry is none other than Director( Late) K.Rajasekhar.He has  directed  Tamil,Telugu and Hindi films is worth to be mentioned here.In his thirteen years film career he has given many remarkable movies with stalwarts Viz (late) Sivaji Ganesan  Rajnikanth ,KamalHassan, Satya raj,Charan Raj,Ambika,Madhavi  and others.Rajnikanth acted  in most of his films.Good screen play, dialoques and Cinematography will be more visible in his films.Even though he has many pictures to his credit i have seen few movies of this director.Those films are,Thambiku Enthaooru,Kaaki Sattai, Padikathavan,,Maaveeran,Coolikaran,Vikram,Maapillai,and Dharmadorai,Before celebrating 100 th day of   his film Dharma dorai he passed away was a shocking news for the tamil fans.V.Ranga is his Cinematographer for many of his films gave  good frame work.Today i am happy to tribute this talented Director.
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week,
14-9-15
www.ragavan-creativity.blogspot.com

Letter.

Letter Published in Gulf News UAE  UAE on 13 Sep 15,Facebook debate: ‘Slacktivism’ a myth?
Are social media campaigns more than just ‘slacktivism’? Is raising awareness encourage the public to take action?Many more possibilities

I agree that slacktivism is a myth. Today, social media campaigns are paying more attention to people than ever before. Many campaigns are successful. Social media is more powerful than archaic ways of showing disapproval or frustration. People are uniting and joining together for causes. Today, this is possible because every one is connected through the internet.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Article 420.

Article Published in The Gulf Today UAE on 12 Sep 15, (Article 420).

Right click

I have a dear friend who is a multi-talented man. He is popular in the UAE for his writing, comments and photography. Many of his snaps have been published in the local publications. Although I am totally uninformed when it comes to photography, I admire both the field and his work immensely. The funny thing is when we met recently in India, he tried to explain to me the nuances of photography and I kept nodding my head. 

After nearly one hour, he asked me, “Do you understand?”
He asked me to click a snap. I bungled, but he did not discourage. 
“Keep trying, you will get it right.”
I loved the way he instilled a positive thought in me. 
K. Ragavan

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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 11Sep 15  Bittersweet reality in India

The Gulf News story about India announcing major pension overhauls for army veterans left me with mixed feelings (‘Government accepts OROP scheme’, Gulf News, September 6). On one hand, I am very happy about the announcement made by the Indian government about the one rank, one pension system for the retired army personnel. On the other hand, this may aggravate inflation because now thousands of Indians have a healthy purchasing capacity because of the recent hikes in their pensions. Those people retired from the private sector who are depending on the meagre bank interest on their deposits are finding it difficult to make ends meet due to mounting inflation. The government should either take control of inflation or increase the bank interest for retired senior citizens. Will the government take up this call for the retired senior citizens who are also human beings?

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

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Letter Published in The New Indian Express India on 9 Sep 15
Need Disaster Preparedness
Your Editorial Floods Sweeping away Govt 's Credibility  (TNIE ,8Sep)was meaningful and thought-provoking. One can not deny nature's fury.But the government is ill -prepared for disastrous and lacks the foresight to deal with them.They should be prepared to face any situation
K.RAGAVAN
Bengaluru.

Life is Beautiful 284.

Ram took the phone.Atkinson was in the other line
Good after noon Mr Ram.How are you
Ram.I am fine.Tell me Mr Atkinson
Atkinson.I am  on the way  to City Center,wants to see you
Ram.You are Welcome ,Where are you now.
Atkinson.Another three minitues i will be reaching your flat.If you are free i can come
Ram.You are Welcome.I am very much free
After three minitues Atkinson reached Ram's flat
Ram.Nice to see you Mr Atkinson.
Atkinson.Sorry to disturb you
Ram.No ,problem.What you would like to have
Atkinson.No,Ihad my lunch  one hour back.Tomorrow i am going to London for some urgent  work will be back after one week. You have to meet the Finance secretary day after tomorrow for the contract  of all their activities in our channel.I already spoke to them that you will be  coming there.This is the main reason i came.I want to see you in person and tell this.This is a important contract  which i hope we will get through your convincing nature.
Ram.I   try my best  to get this Prestigious contract Mr Atkinson.
Atkinson.I know you will get this.Take care.
Ram.Bye ,Happy and Safe journey.
After Atkinson left Ram remembered the letter given by Vasanthy.When he is about to open the cover ,some body was ringing his door bell.
(to be continued)
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week,
8-9-15.

Tribute to Cinematographer 367.

Today i am going to pen another Interesting film personality from  the tamil film industry is none other than Cinematographer Soundararajan.He had his graduation in the Visual communications  from  the famous Loyola College and started his career with Famous Cinematographer K.V.Anand.He was associated with him for many of his films worked with top class actors from south and bolly wood film   industry is worth to be mentioned here.Even though he has contributed many films in  tamil ,telugu and malayalam  language  in his one decade career i saw few films of this  Cinematographer.  I have seen his wonderful work in Aadhi,Kana kandaen,Arai En  in 305 Isai,,Vayai moodi pesavum,and Sukran.Incidently he hails from  Uthiramerur
famous for SundaraVarada Perumal  temple and had his younger days spent  in famous Kancheepuram. His Vayai Moodi Pesavum  won Citical acclaim award  for his excellent shots in the hill station Ooty.Today i am happy to tribute this talented Up coming Cinematographer.
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week,
7-9-15
www.ragavan-creativity-blog spot.com

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Letter Published in The New Indian Express India On 7Sep 15,
Wake Up to Migrant Crisis
The refugee crisis  is a tough task to handle.Already UK has agreed to help out.But the most painful part is there are more and more casualities ,including infants.Will the International community wake up?
K.RAGAVAN
Bengaluru

My Letter Published in Thendral Magazine USA In Sep 15 Issue.

ஆகஸ்ட் இதழில் வெளியான கே.எஸ். ராமமூர்த்தி அவர்களின் நேர்காணல்  உள்ளத்தை  உலுக்கிவிட்டது.இளவயதில் வறுமையில் வாடி,பின்னால் பலருக்கு  உதவும் இந்த அற்புத மனிதரின் வாழ்கையில் தான் எவ்வளவு சோதனைகள்  மற்றும் அரிய சாதனைகள் .மண்ணடியில் தொடங்கிய இவரது பயணம் பலநாடுகளுக்கும் பரவி கடைசியில் சேவைசெய்ய தாய்நாடு வந்து , மாணவ மாணவியருக்கு கல்விப்பாதை காட்டி,அவர்களின் முன்னேற்றத்திற்கு அடிக்கல் நாட்டியதை   எப்படி பாராட்டுவது என்று தெரியவில்லை .கல் ராமன் நேர்காணல் மற்றும் இதர பகுதிகளும் வழக்கம் போல்  சுவையாக இருந்தது .
கே.ராகவன் ,பெங்களுரு,இந்தியா

Letter.

Letter Published in Gulf News UAE On 6Sep 15,Facebook debate: Teaching children respect
Are parents and teachers doing enough to teach children about respect for others and, in particular, for elders?Respecting elders very important

In today’s fast life, everyone is busy with their own agenda and they forget to teach respect for elders. This is the real truth. Both parents and teachers are forgetting this important aspect, apart from a few parents. I won’t blame the teachers for this. In their day-to-day busy schedule, they are not able to deliver this important thing. Respecting elders is very important. We all need our elders’ blessings.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Article 419.

Article Published in The Gulf Today UAE on 5 Sep 15, (Article 419).

Childhood memories

School memories are truly wonderful and timeless. I too have one such memory. One day I was called out of my classroom towards the end of school time. 

A middle-aged gentleman informed me that my request to my father’s old friend regarding complimentary passes to a movie premiere was fulfilled.

I had not watched a movie for long. He handed the envelope to me. I was jumping with joy. The following day my happiness was limitless when I enjoyed watching the movie with my three friends. 
K. Ragavan

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Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 5 Sep 15,Find who killed him!

The Gulf News story about the scholar who was shot dead was unfortunate to read (‘Kannada scholar shot dead in Karnataka’, Gulf News, August 31). He was a famous writer and professor who was bestowed the Indian Sahitya Akademi Award, who was brutally shot in his house and this is unacceptable. His murder should be investigated and the real truth should come out. The guilty should be punished. I pray for the departed soul and the grieving family members.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India

Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on 4Sep 15,

Patels reflect Indian soecity The opinion article Caste system no longer reflects the realities of Indian economics (August 31) was interesting and timely. Agitation over such an issue underlines how backward Indian society is

For the Narendra Modi-led BJP government, this issue has created a major headache, as it cannot afford to alienate a powerful community. Yet it’s hard to support them, because that would anger other backward communities.

In such a situation, the better option for the government would be to wait for the movement to lose steam with time.

K Ragavan, India

Life is Beautiful 283.

While going  Murthy  was telling to  Ram,
 The Lunch was very nice and above all  Vasanthy's arrangements for the marriage was superb.
Ram.Yes ,Murthy .Her arrangements was nice .I am happy that Shankar Mahadevan is going to sing for Prasanna's marriage.
Prasanna.I never expected  this Sir. today  i will give a mail to Raj sir to apply leave.

Ram.Yes,he has to inform in advance.
Prasanna.I will ask Raj sir to send his Passport details to apply for visa
Ram.Correct,it will take fifteen days  to get the visa.
Prasanna.Even earlier i will get.Our PRO is influential in the Immigration
Murthy.Good,Iam happy to come back again  to this Golden City Dubai.with our M.D
Ram.I am  also eager to see Mr Srivatsava.
Murthy.He always tells about you and your Journalism Ram
Ram.He is also a Wonderful person with full of Pharma  knowledge
Murthy.Yes,he is a man of thorough knowledge
Prasanna.Ram sir,your flat has come
Ram.O.K.  See you later .
Murthy.Bye now Ram.Before i leave i will call you
Ram.O.K.Bye
Ram came to his flat. After took some rest he wanted to open and see the letter which Vasanthy  gave to him
By that time his Mobile was ringing.His friend Ananda rao was  on the other line
Hello Ram,How are you.
Ram.I am fine,how are you.Tell me
Ananda rao.I am planning to visit Dubai next week.I will inform you the exact date later.Just want to say hello to you i called.Take care,Bye
After that Ram wanted to open the letter
By that time his bell was ringing
(to be continued)
K.Ragavan
See You Next Week,
1-9-15.