A grand welcome

As the car sped along the curved road towards Ettimadai, I leaned against the window, holding on to the dream I had in my eyes... I felt like a kid waiting for Santa Claus to drop by... Only, this time, it felt like the kid was visiting Santa Claus :)

After the last bend, the sign board rose to annouce the proximity of Amrita School of Business, (my home for the next two years)... I was thrilled somehow and goosebums ran down my neck... I was with my father and turned to look at him. He smiled happily at me and there was a glint in his eyes... As if he'd been waiting for this moment for a long time... I was pleased. That is an understatement, if there was ever one!

We got off at the guest house. We had a hurried breakfast befor my father's official presentation began. That I will keep for another time.

After the talk, as I walked with the crowd, a great realisation dawn on me.. This is where I'm meant to be! I have finally found the right place, the right atmosphere.. and the right people! The campus is huge, and friendly faces welcome me with warm smiles at every corner.. In two years time, I'll be placed and on my own.. I can hardly wait. I'm looking forward to the incidents life has in store for me..

In the afternoon, before lunch, we went for my counselling... Unfortunately, I got to know I'd missed out on Swamiji's talk on lifestyle at Amrita... The Dean and other faculty members spoke to my father and me about life at Amrita and some regultions that need to be followed without exceptions... What i might have rebelled againtst as a teeenager, i found very reasonable now. My father, needless to say, is very happy with the the place, the serenity it offers and the discipline it is known for :)

I got to see my first ever independent room... at the age of 20! :) and an attached Balcony.. it was wonderful.. there is greenary everywhere... i was welcomed and shown around.. it felt as if i belonged here.. Now, all that I have to do is work... 2 years of hard work and dedication.. and that should pay off... c'mon, I know I can do it!!

What do i dont have?! My room, a safe and happy hostel, serene atmosphere, friendly seniors, smiling wardens, world class faculty, the constant and unfailing support of family and friends and Amma's presence :) There is nothing to stop me from doing my best.. and being one! :)

As we drove back last evening, I could hear a low humming within me, I felt as if little invisible dwarves tugged at my lips because i could just not stop smiling, I could not stop being happy! The breeze blew into my face and Ettimadai welcomed me :)

Wish me luck and pray for me. Thanks for visiting this page.
Do come again.Until then, tc..