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Dispatches from Japan - Part 3

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This is the third part of the article written and posted by Anu Garg, the founder of the online community, Wordsmith.org . He is an Indian American.  Dispatches from Japan - Part 2 Pic courtesy: wikimedia.org Japanese fol ding fan Here are some random observations from my trip. · ·           I had the image of the folding hand fan as something that little old ladies carried as a fashion accessory. Turns out it's something practical. I noticed everyone, taxi drivers, office workers, and students, fanning themselves with folding fans. It's an essential accessory for anyone, man or woman, during the hot muggy month of August. ·          There's a vending machine at each street corner. No, let me be more precise. There are multiple vending machines on each street corner, selling dozens of hot & cold drinks, including tea, coffee, beer, and even Coke and Pepsi. If you don't...

Remembering Father

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Ramalingeswara Sarma Veluvali My father passed away when I was very young. He worked in the Education Department of Andhra Pradesh. His last posting was at Veeraghattam, Srikakulam district. A major part of his service was in that district only. He passed away on 06-04-1976. My three sisters and I loved him so much. Sadly, we could not enjoy his company for a longer period. Who is a dad? image courtesy: atomagents.com   The almighty wanted to give something mighty to human kind. He thought and thought and searched for top ingredients. He picked up….. The strength of a mountain The majesty of a tree The warmth of morning sun The clam of a quite sea The generous soul of sages The blissful comfort of the night The wisdom of the ages The grace of the eagle’s flight The joy of morning in spring The faith of a mustard seed The patience of eternity The depth of a family need ...