My gran, Shanti Ramchandra departed this life on 3 January 2011, at about 7am…
It had been a long slow painful struggle to the end – though her mind was still sharp and her humour still in tact.
Most of my years growing up, i recall my gran was always in the background – cooking, making roti/pickles, taking care of my grandfather, cleaning, reading, walking in her garden, going to temple, socialising with friends/neighbours. As her grandchildren we could always count on a fresh roti with butter and jam if we stopped by her kitchen during the day, or my grandparents having a nap in the afternoon / reading the paper in bed in the guest room on their separate beds.
When I grew older and living in Johannesburg, I was blessed to have my gran visit us for a month on two different occasions. During those times I got to know and understand her better. She was very unobtrusive, always kept busy, absolutely loved reading and devoured every book I had in my humble flat. There was always fresh roti and a tasty indian curry when we got home from work/uni. Never imposing her wishes or expectations on us – she would impart some simple practical wisdom.
Namaste Dhadi
The Journey Continues...
travel stories, people stories, life stories, my story
The Journey Continues...
travel stories, people stories, life stories, my story