All’s Forgotten

It was still dark when we started this morning’s session. The introductory ‘Ram-Ram Bol’ incantation had just ended and as Shekhawat took charge for the laughter exercises, ‘Unglimaster Subbu’ (of Kolaveri Di fame) emerged from the darkness and insisted on conducting a brief bhajan session. Not one to refuse, Shekhawat allowed him to lead a raucous rendition of ‘Govinda-Gopala’ (side pic)... till all the crows in the trees flew away in fright and we were back on course.
If morning shows the day, well, this was very much needed. For, after the acrimonious meeting last Saturday (see post), everybody was looking for some peace and solace today. Yusuf Rassiwala, in particular, deliberately played down his role in the fracas, even as some of the ladies complimented him for his “courage” on taking a principled stand at the meeting. Clearly, he had won the admiration of many, including several male members.
But then, it was generally felt not to rake up the past and move on. Monthi Serrao too did not persist with her grouse on being prevented from having her say at the meeting (because of the noise and pandemonium) and instead, took a positive view for the future. She felt it was time we have a get-together once in a month – perhaps after the exercises when we could play Housie on the cemented platform in the Garden. Arora, for his part, urged that the options for registration of the Club should now be explored in right earnest.
Meanwhile, Qadir Bano treated us to anjeer ki barfi (pic alongside) upon being formally elected to the Club last Saturday. But the bigger event was Kajal Babani’s birthday celebration with doting hubby Dilip presenting her with a crimson rose (above right) -- before distributing biscuit packets to all. It was a joyous morning marked by strains of ‘Happy Birthday to You’, unending laughter, applause and of course, unbridled tomfoolery. Once again, many happy returns of the day, Kajal!
Rutsss:
I regularly read the blog -- morning sessions and all. It's so energetic and fresh. Nice group. God bless you all and may you spread laughter always!
Harish Wadhwa:
* Like always, I missed my share of the goodies. No problems. I know my well-wishers will compensate some day!
* Very Happy Birthday, Kajal-ji. May you have many, many such great years and birthdays ahead.
* I am sure somebody must have had my share of the anjeer ki barfi which Qadeer ji had got.
Bhaswati Bose:
Happy Birthday, Kajal! You have to get older, but you don't have to grow up! Have a great time.
Jagmohan Papneja:
* Happy Birthday, Kajal-ji. You are not getting older. You are getting better with Laughter Yoga.
* I had only my share of anjeer-ki-barfi and also the namkeen seiv that Qadir Bano-ji distributed. THANKS for setting a good example. A good example is the best sermon.
Anonymous:
Me gustaria poder hablar contigo personalmente. es una delicia.
(Translated from Spanish: "I wish I could speak to you personally. It would be a delight.")