0600 h Got up on the dot, went through my chores and was ready on time.
0850 h Sebastian was clipping towards the office and we'd decided to take the route that
circumvented the railway level crossing. After having dropped me, he was despatched
to the Ernakulam Junction railway station to pick up the inspecting officer.
0935 h A commuter comes seeking a reservation and one's able to oblige him. He returns
thoroughly impressed and eternally grateful.
1000 h Sebastian returns after dropping the guest at his designated place of stay. He's able
to manage this feat because the roads are less crowded thanks to the striking auto
rickshaws and taxis. Their strike is for an indefinite period as they are harking for higher
rates of fares.
1030 h Work is on at its usual pace. Guests' visit continues at its regular pace but today it seems
that I've more than my normal share! The telephone needs constant attention.
1110 h Queries from people regarding the 'Jan Vigyan Jatha' - as to where it was as of date, its
charter and achievements thus far. Thankfully, the updates had reached me on time.
1205 h Books, documents gone through - for the last time - prior to their inspection.
1300 h Off for lunch. Following people of the residential association come with their problems that
needed sorting out:-
(a) Santosh, the milkman, is facing difficulties in converting coupons to money. He's seeking
support for his bakery. He was advised as to how he needed to go about doing things
as his procedures weren't rightly prioritised.
(b) The garbage collector needs a loan of Rs. 20 grand for getting a water connection to his
house. The requirement seems genuine but he's just finished paying up an earlier loan.
Must see the in house rules on the issue before giving a final decision.
1430 h Back at the office with much of my afternoon siesta knocked off!
1515 h Activities for tomorrow tied up, down to the last minute. My car's insurance renewed as the
salesman had taken prior appointment.
1745 h A little bit of football with the kids, soon after my return. I happen to be their Santa Claus!
1830 h Off for my customary walk.
2030 h Dropped Jojy and Saly at the Ernakulam Town railway station as they're to board the night
train to Madras and there were no autorickshaws or taxis, thanks to the strike.
2130 h A quiet dinner and watched a few favourite programmes on the television. Snatches of
conversation with Lekha, in between, got me updated with her activities of the day.
2300 h At my laptop punching these thoughts. My sisters call up to catch up with me and my activities.
Had to give my younger sister certain suggestions in connection with her work. The other sister
wanted to know as to whether I'd be visiting Palakkad this coming weekend and I'd to concede
sheepishly that it was yet to be decided as things were fluid. Tried to catch up on some reading
but sleep was beckoning and so, gave it up after about 15 minutes.
Tailpiece.
A mundane life with equally mundane activities! But I was kept busy all the time. Are my priorities right, I wonder?
0850 h Sebastian was clipping towards the office and we'd decided to take the route that
circumvented the railway level crossing. After having dropped me, he was despatched
to the Ernakulam Junction railway station to pick up the inspecting officer.
0935 h A commuter comes seeking a reservation and one's able to oblige him. He returns
thoroughly impressed and eternally grateful.
1000 h Sebastian returns after dropping the guest at his designated place of stay. He's able
to manage this feat because the roads are less crowded thanks to the striking auto
rickshaws and taxis. Their strike is for an indefinite period as they are harking for higher
rates of fares.
1030 h Work is on at its usual pace. Guests' visit continues at its regular pace but today it seems
that I've more than my normal share! The telephone needs constant attention.
1110 h Queries from people regarding the 'Jan Vigyan Jatha' - as to where it was as of date, its
charter and achievements thus far. Thankfully, the updates had reached me on time.
1205 h Books, documents gone through - for the last time - prior to their inspection.
1300 h Off for lunch. Following people of the residential association come with their problems that
needed sorting out:-
(a) Santosh, the milkman, is facing difficulties in converting coupons to money. He's seeking
support for his bakery. He was advised as to how he needed to go about doing things
as his procedures weren't rightly prioritised.
(b) The garbage collector needs a loan of Rs. 20 grand for getting a water connection to his
house. The requirement seems genuine but he's just finished paying up an earlier loan.
Must see the in house rules on the issue before giving a final decision.
1430 h Back at the office with much of my afternoon siesta knocked off!
1515 h Activities for tomorrow tied up, down to the last minute. My car's insurance renewed as the
salesman had taken prior appointment.
1745 h A little bit of football with the kids, soon after my return. I happen to be their Santa Claus!
1830 h Off for my customary walk.
2030 h Dropped Jojy and Saly at the Ernakulam Town railway station as they're to board the night
train to Madras and there were no autorickshaws or taxis, thanks to the strike.
2130 h A quiet dinner and watched a few favourite programmes on the television. Snatches of
conversation with Lekha, in between, got me updated with her activities of the day.
2300 h At my laptop punching these thoughts. My sisters call up to catch up with me and my activities.
Had to give my younger sister certain suggestions in connection with her work. The other sister
wanted to know as to whether I'd be visiting Palakkad this coming weekend and I'd to concede
sheepishly that it was yet to be decided as things were fluid. Tried to catch up on some reading
but sleep was beckoning and so, gave it up after about 15 minutes.
Tailpiece.
A mundane life with equally mundane activities! But I was kept busy all the time. Are my priorities right, I wonder?
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