Arlene Mathiah

Hi Carol !! How have you been? I am sure this letter comes to you as real surprise. I can already imagine the funny faces your making. I know I haven’t been in touch with you for so long and now I suddenly drop in. I remember writing to you regularly till a year back and then it just stopped. Really sorry about that. I received your post on my birthday. I was over whelmed totally and this time decided come what may, I have to write to you soon.
Actually it was BMM was keeping me on Toe. I know that aint’t any reason to not reply and overlook the mails you sent. Keeping that aside, I have lots to tell you and I shall begin that now.
Everything is going well here. I am hoping the same with you too. I still remember the time you used to come from the U.S and get me so many gifts. And I used to wait for your arrival and for us to go out together. Time moves so fast. I just celebrated my 21st birthday. Mum and sister planned a surprise bash for me this time. I was so happy and it was on my building terrace. Again, sorry for not having you invited there or even letting you know about it. Il treat you out when you come down, and I wait for that soon.
I completed my BMM(Bachelors in mass Media) this year.As you know, I wanted to pursue a career in the field of Mass media and I particularly like advertising. So decided on doing what interests me. I just got done with my degree and now studying my post graduation from Sophia’s in Social Communication Media. It has just begun and it’s a lovely course. It’s entirely different from the classroom teaching we’ve had so many years. Trying my best to give in all I can, and learn as much as I can. Time passes real quick na.
My sister is in Kuwait for work. She would be down by September. I miss her so much. She remembers you quite often and like Mum and everyone does keep asking me if I got in touch with you. Now it’s just Mum and Me at home. And I feel so pampered. I love all the attention mum gives me. Hehehee.
You remember I always loved being a part of our parish activities and participating in extra circular activities. I used to sing in the choir and play the keyboard as a tiny tot. I now started tutoring children to play the keyboard. I just started that a few months back and I really enjoy it. Will have to adjust their timings now with my college schedule. But I’m sure I’d manage that well. I like it when I am paid for the service I render and this has also made me aware that it takes long to earn and a minute to spend. Mum calls me wise on that. I love kids very much and it’s also 4 years now that I have started teaching Sunday school in the parish. I like it, but at times the kids annoy me so bad. I remember how we both used to hate getting up on Sunday mornings and going to church. I used to dose during mass and used to nudge me everytime.I miss all our days so much and at times it makes me feel so bad that I haven’t made any efforts to keep in touch with someone I really cherish.
How’s everyone your side? Mum and sis are fine. Mum still goes to work. I like it when she keeps her self busy. After dad’s demise, she’s been a little low and gets back into the past at times. But I am glad, she’s coping well and smiling. I know, it’s my responsibility to keep her happy and smiling. At times I do loose my cool with her. Can’t help it re, Human imperfections. Try my best to not get angry with her, but fail to.
And you tell me. What’s new your side? I am really feeling good this very moment writing to you. Would have felt much better if you were sitting besides me and we’d a face to face conversation. Really looking forward to meeting you soon Carol. Any plans of coming to India? And when you come, make sure you spend a week at my place. I am really serious on this.
Mums standing besides me and she’s really happy I finally managed to write to you. I am really sorry dear, for not keeping in touch. I love the bond we share and appreciate your efforts to always write me a word or two. From now, I’ll really keep you posted on a regular basis. By the way, I loved the card you posted me on my birthday. I was really surprised and so happy that you actually made time for me and painted that beautiful card. Thanks a Million.
Will end my letter now. Don’t want to bore you more. And now I won’t give you any reasons to be upset with me. Will write to you real soon and won’t keep you waitin, and await your replies too. Do convey my love to all at home. Hope your baby brother is doing great too.
Take care Carol. I miss you lots. And sorry for going into exhile.hehehe
Love you


Yours
Arlene