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Shrikant was quick to observe that she was simply dressed as usual, with no jewellery except the glass bangles on her hands and the string of his favourite bakula flowers tucked in her hair. The mild fragrance of bakula pervaded the compartment. He looked at her face and saw she had a natural smile, which was neither ingratiating nor condescending.
Beauty in Simplicity
or because forbidden fruit is always more desirable!
For two things in life it is very important for us to make our own decisions. One is education. I believe we must study only that subject which we like.’
‘The other one is marriage, because partners remain with each other forever in life. Other things like choosing a saree or buying a house can be reversed. But not these two things.’
When ravishing gladioli and fragrant rajanigandhas were around, would he remember the tiny, self-effacing bakula?
The staple food of North Karnataka is jowar roti. Another favourite is avalakki, a dish made with beaten rice. There is a saying that if you go to North Karnataka and don’t eat avalakki then you’ve missed something in life. People there are very fond of sweets too.
It is one of the ironies of life that the person who is dearest to you often hurts you the most!
‘The goddess of success does not knock on your door twice. Every opportunity should be completely utilized.
