From my diary: A Great Loss

"Life is too short to be spent in animosity or registering wrongs.."❣💕

( May 2021 was a cruel month.  After a tempest and a tornado, after pain and suffering,  the little speck of a virus swallowed a noble person, on the14th.  In my remotest dream or distant imagination did I know that I would be writing these lines one day. )

Mr. Arthur Solomon (2nd brother-in-law) was a rare human being of profound virtue and enduring warmth. Guided by the noble principle "With malice toward none; with charity for all," he personified a rare combination of multitalent and wisdom. As his daughter Anusha says, he is "everything in one package ". His disciplined approach to life, coupled with an inherent dignity, left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to share their life journey with him.

Calm and composed in the face of life's challenges, Mr. Arthur was a beacon of steadiness, offering solace to those around him. His humility was a testament to his character, never seeking the spotlight but always ready to extend a helping hand with genuine kindness. His simplicity was a virtue he wore with grace, and his infectious smile illuminated even the darkest corners of our days.

The love Mr. Arthur radiated was not confined to familial ties; it extended to friends and reached the very core of our parents and siblings. In relationships, he was a God-given treasure, a source of inspiration and strength. His presence enriched our lives, and his absence leaves a void that words struggle to fill.

As we bid farewell to this remarkable soul, let us remember not only the loss we feel but also the invaluable lessons he leaves behind. May we carry forward the love, humility, and resilience that defined Mr. Arthur Solomon's life, ensuring that his spirit continues to shine brightly in the hearts of those who were touched by his extraordinary presence.

Here are a few lines in Tamil:

சாய்ந்த முதுகும் 

நீட்டிய கால்களுமாய்
கொடூரன் கொரோனாவைப் பற்றியேயாயினும்
உறவுகள் முகங்கள் 

திரையில் தெரிய
அளவளாவிய அந்த நாட்கள் ஆடம்பரமாயிற்று.

இன்றோ  இதயஓலம் 

மண்டையைப் பிளக்க

அரக்கனின் வாயில் 

துடிக்கும் உறவுகள்.
மகிழ்ச்சியை மானுடம் 

தொலைத்து விட்டது;
கங்கையின் நாற்றம் 

உலகிலே சீற்றம்.

நாங்கள்  இழந்தோம் 

ஒரு  தங்க மனிதனை.
நல்லதே செய்து, நல்லது 

மட்டுமே நினைத்து,
பண்புக்கு இலக்கணமான
அன்பு அற்புதத்தை.
அணைந்தும் ஒளிதரட்டும்
அணையா விளக்காய் !