A LOVE STORY - Episode 2

You are right Chocolate. With his love failing and with a father who does not seem to understand or care, no wonder he is depressed. It is pent up feelings and suppressed anger that has come out as endogenic depression.
thanks for the fb, chocolate.

Originally Posted by chocolate

Wow,No wonder Arun is depressed .The pressure he is put thru by his dad.On top of it he didnt have a shoulder to cry on.All of this add up to 2 words.Anger or sadness.

Dear Gowri,
I must first congratulate you on the tag line you have chosen for your signature. "Success is sweet but it's secret is sweat." A line which applies with force to almost every aspect of my life. I only wish many people understand the import of these great words. Whether it is writing a story, passing the CA exams, or sustaining in professional practice, these words tell the truth and the whole of truth. I am not a born genius who can easily do things. But God gave me the capacity to shed sweat and at times even blood to make things happen.
If the words belong to some one and you have chosen them then I admire your taste. If the words are your own, then I bow to your wisdom, Gowri.

I am amazed by your words, narration and what not ??????.... In a nutshell , I can see your verstality in you through your words ....

Thanks. Writing the second episode was more difficult. They say in the Film World that a Director is judged only by his second movie and not his first. Thanks a lot for your kind judgment.

What a justified imagination you have ? Arun assigning ringtone ( dog's barking) to his father's number !! Added to the flavour, you have echoed what Arun's heart tells, side by side. Absolutely fantastic ....

With the plethora of modern gadgets available a person has many avenues to make a personal statement. Ring tones, caller tunes, the wall paper on one's LCD, homepage of one's browser all are ways to express one's desires and longings.

Arun having an argument with his Manager, wonderful sir. He is now getting to the top, after I read about the argument. His character is too good.

I want to cast Arun as an ideal lover, ideal writer and an ideal man.

With the description of Dr. Kamla with her attire in this episode : - Tabu is better than Geeta, Am I right. sir ?

That's a valid point. If I choose Gita I would have to drape her in saree throughout the serial. But with someone like Tabu I have some choices and liberties in dressing her up.

What a matured, intellect, caring couple they are ? There are real ideal couple !!!

I am moved by Dr. Kumar's words : " Life is not about money. It’s about the good time we have, the sweet memories we can share and the learning experiences " .
Sridhar sir, I whole-heartedly agree with you ( You have written about "My life till date" in two sentences ) ... Hats off !!

Thanks Gowri. I am even more proud to know that you have been following what I have written. That's really great, Gowri.

Will be waiting for the next epsidoe ............

This time the wait will have to be till next Monday, the 28th July. Please bear with me.
love,

Dear Krithika, (should I suffix Madam here.... I will do that when you suffix Sir to my name next time.)

A very fancy begining for this episode ! The place you've described sounds like an ideal getaway !

I inserted a "dream sequence" as they call it in the cine world, to break the monotony of psychiatry, depression and all. I am glad that you liked it.

Somehow, I am not able to digest that.... to keep a barking tone for his dad...sort of contradictory to his nature. Just when I thought he was very romantic, sensitive and attuned to others feelings..!

Looks like you are your father's pet. You are not alone, krithika. I am with you. I too am my father's pet. Believe me I was thinking for a whole day before writing that part. But I had to do justice to the story. Sorry, if you are hurt.
Let's think about this way, Jithiks. Arun is not blessed with a father as good as yours or mine. May be to vent out his feelings he did that.

If Arun feels that his dad talks "at" him, then why doesn't he talk "to" his dad? Doesn't his dad love him, has been responsible for his well being for so many years? So, why this aversion to his father..beats me..!!

There is one golden rule of life. You can never talk to a person who always talks at you. For they won't listen. So you also end up in talking at them, which only serves to increase your tension.

I know this is just a figment of your imagination...but just voicing my thoughts unlike Arun..(.who does not )

And yes, liked the way you've arranged the conversation between Arun's heart, mouth and his dad !! Enjoyed visualising this scene !!

Thanks a lot, Krithika.

I was quite impressed to see (read) that Arun treats his customers as people and not as mere numbers ! Shows his soft, caring nature.

Thanks. But if such a caring, sensitive, soft man could not get along with his father, tell me Krithika, who is to be blamed.

Excellent ! Admire the way he stands up for himself and is firm about it ! What he says is the harsh reality...these sexual harassment laws are partial to women..wherein even genuine men are not believed ! This reminds me of the Michael douglas movie ! :) Proud of the way he does not succumb to orders/threats ! So..he has a backbone after all...remarkable !

I forgot the Michael Douglas movie. I think I have told this earlier. But let me repeat it. I was in college at that time. This happened aeons ago. My my friend and I were in an exhibition and a girl accidentally (that's what I first thought) hit my friend. She told sorry and was about to go. My friend who was very handsome (and looked even more so besides me) told her, "What would have happened if I had hit you instead? You would have raised a cry and I'd have been torn to pieces by this crowd."
Very poignant statement.

Well said...totally endorse this...wish everyone follows this...the world will be utopia !! :)

thanks.

Uh Oh..there he goes again...hating his dad...this attitude of Arun is disturbing me..!

Oh not hating, Krithika. Just an innocent longing for a better dad.

Loved the camaraderie between the three of them..especially the cheerful exchange of goodbyes between Arun and Kumar.

thanks

Love is the reason the world is going around, miracles happen and relationships sustain through hardships ! So, what kind of love was Arun's?

The first sentence was a quotable quote. You'll know about Arun's love shortly.

Oh..was about to ask you whether Kamla had kids..there comes my answer..so she does...interesting !! Will that be Vidya?! No? Ok...let me wait for your next episode :)

You are giving a new twist to the story. Kamla's only daughter is Priya about which I have told in the first episode itself.

Just like last time..read it in one go...captivating..!!

Hopefully, you will post the next serial early (just like this time)

thanks for the first statement. As to the second, this time there'd be some delay. Will post it by 28th July.
regards,

Dear Sir,

I am speechless,

i can't explain in words, really fantastic,
sudha

Dear Vidya,

Very few story writers have had this unique honour of keeping their heroes and heroines excited at the same time.

Believe me Vidya I was excited by your reply and the impact the episode had on you and Arun. You have written that you two did not talk to each other for a while. That silence has conveyed pages and pages of authentic appreciation to my writing. How can I ever thank you both for that?

Arun's conversation with his Dad!!!!!What should i say...How realistic expressions.....Sridhar your way of expressions were ineffable. More than the story line i loved the way you have brought out the emotions..Hats off to you Sridhar...I have to use this style in my writings too..

Your post on birthday celebration is still lingering in my mind. When such a writer appreciates my writing, I feel honoured and humbled at the same time. thanks, vidya.

Now i have to mention about the Dear Dr.Kamla. What a kind hearted and thoughtful person she is. And Kumar, there's a lot to learn from him..I loved the conversion between Arun and Kamla. It was very touching like a caring Mom and Son conversation.

I have been corresponding with our own dear Kamla for more than two years. We should have exchaged hundreds of personal mails and pms, apart from the open exchanges we had in the public forums of IL. When I wanted a person for the supporting role (she literally, really and lovingly supports Arun) she came to my mind. Though I do not know much of Kamla's personal tastes and ideologies, like any other writer I guessed them based on what she writes here in IL. That explains the success of the character Dr.Kamla.

Me and Arun read it together during our lunch break and both of us cud'nt talk to each other for quite sometime..Quite mind blowing Sridhar.....

Thanks once again. Arun and Kamla were speechless in the episode by turns. You and Arun were speechless. And now it's my turn to be so.

Thanks for such a wonderful piece..I am writing this with a lot of excitement so please bear with me for some bad grammar here and there.......

Excitement and passion always cover up lack of grammar or style. But honestly there was not even a single mistake which I could find;and it was probably because I read your post with misty eyes.

Well waiting for my entry.......and will stay tuned........

I don't want to take any chances regarding your entry. That's why I am postponing the 3rd episode to Monday the 28th July. Stay tuned. regards to my hero Arun.
love,

Dear Sudha,
thanks a lot.
Looks like speechlessness is spreading far and wide. ha ha
thanks once again, Sudha.
Looking forward to your company throughout the journey of this serial.
regards,

Originally Posted by Sudha_r

Dear Sir,

I am speechless,

i can't explain in words, really fantastic,
sudha

Well well Sridhar,

You really are a clever story teller and an expert serial writer. Read 10 chapeters, raced by it and at the end of it all, realized that you have not given much away from the story!
The elusive Vidya is yet to make an appearance!!
But...
Must say the writing has a racy style to it, even though it does not race through the time :) It makes a pleasant read. Arun endears himself to all...a very natural characterization. His awe for his father is something that can be felt by many young sons. Loved the way you brought out the play between his inner and outer thoughts while talking to his father.
It does feel a bit strange that a psychiatrist should befriend her patient in this manner, that too after a single meet. But then, you provide a valid reason of her being the fan of him.
Also, I am finding it difficult to digest that such an young and easy going boy could be so depressed as to seek medical help...Maybe the further story will give an insight to all this.
So so......Kamla's other name is Sujatha eh?!! And her hubby- The Kumar?!!! Sridhar, you simply better be good to Kamla and her character, or else....
Now, all set to get to know this Vidya. Waiting for the next six days to fly.

L, Kamla

Dear bf,


your description is beautiful i really loved it. as usuall you r great.

" It’s about the good time we have, the sweet memories we can share and the learning experiences."

This sentence is true which i and my hubby believe and we follow it.

"Love, whatever may be its form, is a miracle in itself and is a prima mover for many other miracles."

you are making us think in many ways by reading these sentences. thank u bf for writing such a great serial.you r amazing writer.


"Iam a women, iam a mother, iam a wife, i too was in love, sparkles in your eyes tells that you r in love,"

ohhhhhh, these words shows the experience of Dr.kamla as complete in all forms and her understanding skills of other person and as a Dr her observance. really superbly you had described her. There you had show the forms of a women in life. thank u once again bf.



may god bless you bf,
your gf, madhumathi.

Dear Sridhar,
When I was reading Dr.Kumar's dialogues SPB's voice was ringing into my ears!
How do you like my choice?

Jaya Mohan

Sridhar Sir

This is the first time I am reading your articles after joining IL.
I must say you write so beautifully...I read both the first & second parts in one go...
ANd it is so engaging that I never realized how time passed.. and I simply love Arun's caracter..and his conversation with his father is the best part..

What you mentioned about the importance of job is very true.. In fact even I keep mentioning to my husband often that our personal life an happiness should always take the first priority over job. I am eagerly waiting to read the next part..VIdya's entry..because she shares my name


In the meantime I am going to read the other posts of yours..Guess this weekend is going to be a busy one !

Regards
VIdya