At the outset please accept my apologies for this inordinate delay in acknowledging your beautiful thoughts in the birthday wishes for me expressed with the flair and flavour of the accomplished writer and person we all know &admire !Tandra and Iare fortunate to have such thoughtful friends and I’m blessed to be the recipient ofsuch accolades that are more than what I deserve ! Turning 70, I’ve discovered more than ever before, thatfor ‘joie de vivre’ and fulfilment in life, we need the camaraderie &goodwill that comes only from old and loyal friends who become our ‘lodestars’ !
We’ve followed with much interest on social media, the constant stream of awards and recognition that come your way for your outstanding literary contributions while your repertoire of skills extend beyond writing to poetry, painting and photography. We know from personal experience the pleasure of being associated with your work.
Today being 31stDecember, three resounding words ‘Happy New Year’ echo through excited voices and messages everywhere as we cheerfully ring out 2024 and usher in New 2025 !Please accept our heartiest greetings for a rich & rewarding ‘New Year’ for you and your family. May your pen & paintbrush vie with each other for excellence !
With Warm Regards,
Somnath with Tandra
31.12.24.
Working on Living 