Had got up at a half past 5, the chores and was ready on time. A quick bite of breakfast and we were out of the house by 20' past 10 - well clear off the commencement of the 'Rahu kaalam'. Said bye to Indira kunjamma and Resmi. Went to Parottukonam to pick up Gopu and was disappointed that I could neither meet Sathi nor Sundarikutty. We continued our journey, got into Vettu Road - quite familiar during my school days - and thereon, onto the NH.
We reached the KEDES unit at Chathannoor by 9. By the time Anita, the in-charge, had come by it was a half past 9. She had opened up the building for us to see the progress of work. The old machinery have been removed and the flooring is being redone. The surroundings are clear of weeds and wild grass; the boundary wall is almost complete and I'm told that the influx of anti-social guys - during nights - has stopped completely. So far, so good.
After spending almost an hour out there, we set off for Kollam to be at the venue of the meeting in time. The Rotary Club auditorium is smack on the beach and had a good ambience. Met the office bearers and the staff and the meeting got under way at 1100 hrs.
Since all the members were new and the quorum was almost complete (The union government rep was missing), the members expressed a keen desire to know about the organisation. The power point presentation was adequate with the Director clearing the doubts that were thrown up. The ceremonial shawl was draped on me and some very nice words were said about yours truly.
Interacted with everybody and there were many in the staff who told me that they were sorry to see me leave. The meeting got over by a 10' past 1, followed by a traditional lunch on banana leaves. Had Appu sit along with me and within 10', we'd finished our meal; took leave of everyone and kick started our return journey to Guruvayur. Came via Kodungalloor and boy, wasn't the traffic quite heavy at certain stretches?
Spoke to a class mate of mine whose wife has also been diagnosed with SLE. But in her case, the liver has suffered some damage. Her review scheduled for 05 Apr should give the overall picture about the effects of the medicines, thus far.
Reached 'The Quarterdeck' by a quarter to 9. Had a quick wash and change to join Lekha and Achu for dinner.
Tailpiece.
A hectic day but was a twad sad - for having bid farewell to the Kollam organisation after nurturing it during the last six years. Incidentally, Anita had told me that Remany and her group have a great opinion about yours truly! Well!!
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