Happy 40th Birthday Princess Anji
Our Darling Princess Anji,
Happy 40th Birthday Anjali .. wherever you are!
Today would have been your big 4-O. We are certain wherever in the world you found yourself, you would have many friends and had a big party. We know Covid really has hampered any plans we would have had to travel - but we would not have missed your party. If all else failed, we certainly would have used technology - ZOOM or something to be with you.
We are in our fourth year of “retirement”. Time to travel, re-energize our relationship with our family and friends. Spend some quality time with you and your significant other, as well as with Tanya and Scott. It is not quite working out that way. Mom has engaged herself in volunteer and leadership activities. Earlier this year dad’s boss in Dallas, asked if mom could help his company out. They were having a significant turn over, and they were struggling with their HR functions. She agreed to help out on a part time basis. But guess what - there is no such thing as part-time, especially with a small company. She quickly realized that the company needed a huge amount of organizing almost to the point of wondering if she made the right decision to accept the task. As you know, she is one who keeps her word. So, she is marching on.
We both seem to be putting in a huge number of hours in the various activities. After breakfast, we retreat into our separate offices and emerge for small breaks. We both agree that we feel like we are on a hamster wheel - running very hard but getting no further.
We thought Covid was done and finished. We made a trip back to Dallas for a company event. And both of us came back with Covid even though we are fully vaccinated. We went through quarantine. We both seem to be okay, but still a little wary of air travel and crowds. We had plans to visit family in the UK and in India, but both areas seem to be showing trend reversal. And we have put our plans on hold for a while.
We gave Rachel a small surprise. It was not too difficult to remember her birthday - it is the same as dad’s. We also knew she was about the same age as you. A very chocolatey cake was delivered to her to celebrate her 40th. She did call us later that evening to thank us and a good catch-up chat. Afterwards, we talked about how many such conversations with you, and your infectious laughter, we have missed!
Some sad news too - Lloyd is suffering from Parkinsons and he is spending most of his time in pain. We received a letter from Melanie - beautifully written - conveying his decision to bring his pain to a close. They have not decided on the date but is likely to be soon after the summer this year. We understand his decision perfectly but cannot get away from the feeling of acute sadness.
Happy Birthday, Princess Anji.
Oh, how we miss you!
Mom and Dad.
Happy 40th Birthday Anjali .. wherever you are!
Today would have been your big 4-O. We are certain wherever in the world you found yourself, you would have many friends and had a big party. We know Covid really has hampered any plans we would have had to travel - but we would not have missed your party. If all else failed, we certainly would have used technology - ZOOM or something to be with you.
We are in our fourth year of “retirement”. Time to travel, re-energize our relationship with our family and friends. Spend some quality time with you and your significant other, as well as with Tanya and Scott. It is not quite working out that way. Mom has engaged herself in volunteer and leadership activities. Earlier this year dad’s boss in Dallas, asked if mom could help his company out. They were having a significant turn over, and they were struggling with their HR functions. She agreed to help out on a part time basis. But guess what - there is no such thing as part-time, especially with a small company. She quickly realized that the company needed a huge amount of organizing almost to the point of wondering if she made the right decision to accept the task. As you know, she is one who keeps her word. So, she is marching on.
We both seem to be putting in a huge number of hours in the various activities. After breakfast, we retreat into our separate offices and emerge for small breaks. We both agree that we feel like we are on a hamster wheel - running very hard but getting no further.
We thought Covid was done and finished. We made a trip back to Dallas for a company event. And both of us came back with Covid even though we are fully vaccinated. We went through quarantine. We both seem to be okay, but still a little wary of air travel and crowds. We had plans to visit family in the UK and in India, but both areas seem to be showing trend reversal. And we have put our plans on hold for a while.
We gave Rachel a small surprise. It was not too difficult to remember her birthday - it is the same as dad’s. We also knew she was about the same age as you. A very chocolatey cake was delivered to her to celebrate her 40th. She did call us later that evening to thank us and a good catch-up chat. Afterwards, we talked about how many such conversations with you, and your infectious laughter, we have missed!
Some sad news too - Lloyd is suffering from Parkinsons and he is spending most of his time in pain. We received a letter from Melanie - beautifully written - conveying his decision to bring his pain to a close. They have not decided on the date but is likely to be soon after the summer this year. We understand his decision perfectly but cannot get away from the feeling of acute sadness.
Happy Birthday, Princess Anji.
Oh, how we miss you!
Mom and Dad.