Unsuitable Vacancies
Unsuitable Vacancies
In the course of a lifetime many of us end up doing things which we wouldn’t have expected we would be doing, when we were in our youth. Life presents us with unexpected turns and unfulfilled dreams but in the final analysis what turns out in spite of our expectations, is what we are. Some may call it destiny and some others may term it God’s will. In many cases it is so interesting that we wonder why we wanted to be another predetermined robot against all odds, than what it turned out to be.
I saw a nice graffiti which sums up this dilemma:
‘I wish I were what I was, when I wished I was what I am’
Here are some unforeseen moments in the life of some of my friends and myself, including some strangers who came into my life and some whom I wish I had known much more than I did.
This is a work of fiction and the names that appear are all imaginary and do not refer to anyone alive or dead, except for the literary figures quoted in the context of the narratives.
Why I wrote this book
To my loving mother who taught me to walk, speak, write, laugh, cry, smile and feel good to be alive.
To my dear father who showed me the direction in life and helped me stand on my own legs.
To all my teachers who taught me the art of learning and the way to approach the unlimited and eternal source.
To my guru Sri Ramana Maharshi who has showered his blessings and guidance towards an inward journey that surpasses every other quest in life.
To my wife and friends who have stood by me all along in my journey of life and challenges.
To our two affectionate sons and two smart grand children who have taught me a lot of things which I couldn’t have learned any other way.
And to all those people who make life worth living on this planet by working together for the common good of all living beings.
