Contemplations and Ruminations

You never gave up on me, she said, amazed. I couldn't, he replied, I could see that You were in the process of adapting Yourself to a mundane, normal life, Devoid of any passion, and I Couldn't let that happen. Why, she asked, more amazed than before. 'Cause you're my love, he replied softly. ~ Karen Xavier

Your hair, he said, Smells like the warm Midnight summer breeze. Anyone can fall in love with you with just a Whiff of your hair. ~ Karen Xavier

Pens dipped in amber dreams Etched deep those forgotten realms The orchards grew warm so soon And life took on a different hue Standing on the steps I hear A whispered tune from ages past The ground shook beneath my feet Through worlds I traverse now. ~ Karen Xavier

What can I say about a man who brought new meaning to life, Life isn’t about just existing, he would often say But Being Alive to the wonders of everyday moments. This is what stands out most in his sermons: The eagerness and joy in living a simple life made extraordinary  By the power of love emanating from the Saviour within us . And the Saviour’s Presence runs deep in this man, So deep, that whenever he is near I am filled with peace. It’s unexplainable, this effect he tends to have He makes us aware of the same Divine Presence within us. I acutely realize how fortunate I am to know him and call him a friend. He has revolutionized our church, turned it into a second home  Where friends and family converge often to make it what it is today; A place buzzing with activity, goodwill and positive vibes. Truth be said it is his energy and zeal buzzing in all of us  Making us come alive to the magic of being. Part of this magic of existence is change, e...

Home is never home without copious amount of fish frolicking in rivers or lakes nongu sarbath (a palmyra fruit drink) being immersed in nature the ocean breeze Mathew's cake from Trivandrum digging for treasure at the platform book shops in Trivandrum coconut groves  long walks in the colony with friends mom's fun church/walking gang awesome mango + tender coconut shakes (with mangoes and tender coconuts from the farm) fun at a cousin's wedding invariably running into teachers from school  visiting school friends, getting all nostalgic, laughing, crying and hugging tacky multi coloured lighting at church festivals invariably receiving the good karma of lower berths on train journeys A slideshow of home