My darling, words.

This is my textbook from when I was in school. After I completed my schooling, I cleared out my book shelf to make room for the college books. I preserved this book among few others because I felt this book needed revisitation. I recognized my interest in the English language when I was in 7th std. But I wasn't too keen up until class 9. My favorite subjects were history, geography, commerce, biology, tamil and english. In hindsight, I think my preference in subjects involved detailed writing than solving like maths, chemistry or accounts.

Anyway English II was in the lead for faves. It was a subject of stories, compositions and grammar. Nobody gave that subject any props because it was all too easy and effortless. I, on the other hand was super stoked about it. Since it was not considered a professional subject like science, maths or computers (it was not), I think I was disquieted to come out with my love affair with English because it was a secondary subject and I didn't want to be running in the sidelines. When I learned there was a subject called 'Advanced English' in the 4th group, I was torn. Sadly, I didn't know about following your heart or passion at that time, so I chose a different group.

But the heart wants what it wants, and I couldn't shake it off even when the years rolled by. I worked in corporate communication for a long time after I graduated. It was business writing, press release, blogging, media relations and social media. I was in a happy place, then somehow between jobs I derailed to marketing as corporate communication was a part of the marketing function in many organisations. Within a year in  marketing role, I knew I had to pull the reins. I wanted to retract to my first love but it was mayhem. It was a battle of staying in a job that pays the bills against doing what I was cut out for. The insurmountable dissatisfaction of not loving what I do and the inextinguishable desire to do what I love, fueled me to take the leap. 

I have started afresh and am excited for what's ahead, because my heart is in the right place and I know if I work hard, my dreams will come to fruition. There is something enchanting and seductive about literature, poetry and even simple childrens books. I don't think any other thing moves my soul like a compelling narration. Two weeks ago I visited the books marinating in the book shelves behind doors for years. When I spotted #TheCountOfMonteCristo I was thrilled and glee. I knew the time had come to pick her up after a decade. It felt like a reunion of sorts. I am concurrently listening to the audio book #TheOdyssey by #Homer and I am in literature heaven. Couldn't get any better.