Lost a dear friend recently!! I have penned down few words in her honour.
In Loving Memory of a Dear Friend and a Vatayan Member
The passing of Radhika Chandika, a cherished member
of the Vatayan family is deeply mourned. She was not only a loving and caring individual but also
someone who was always ready to offer her help and support to others. Her
warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
I fondly remember a phone call I received from her, urging me to contribute to
Eve’s Weekly. It was her encouragement that inspired me to share my stories
more widely. Another poignant memory that stands out is when, after reading a
story I submitted for a children's magazine, she provided me with thoughtful
and constructive feedback. Her note read:
“Hi Mira,
You started with Susan and her daughter, but afterwards, there is no role of
the daughter. If you want to send it to children’s magazines, the story should
be centered around the child rather than the mother. So, switch the roles.”
Her insight was invaluable, and I found her ability to convey complex ideas
with such simplicity, remarkable. The narratives she crafted felt real and
resonated deeply with readers.
At Vatayan, we will profoundly miss her presence. Although she was unable to
attend our meetings regularly in recent times, there was always hope that she
would recover and return to us. Now, we are left with the painful reality that
she will never join us again.
As we mourn her passing, let us remember her as a shining star—one that has
ascended to heaven, and will continue to light the lives of those she left
behind. Her spirit and contributions will forever remain in our hearts.
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