Guests arriving

Uma didn't like the way I wrote about her theendary. She says, "that's something not sweet. When I get ill feelings about that, how can one enjoy that ?". I couldn't really get what she meant and wanted me to do. But I go with her, by not writing anything more on theendary. However, I wish to tell you all that, I did enjoy the art of .....  the next day. She was kind enough to participate in the festival.. only for a few minutes !

Yesterday, I had a chat with Uma about Rini's tricks. Throwing the dirty stuff off to the road ... . That's why she just packs the product and throw into our by-lane. May be, she enjoys someone picking the pack and opening and seeing the contents.  Exhibitionism, a kind of, may be a bit perverted too.

.....  Uma may not like inviting larger problem elements.

Yesterday night, Vasu called me.  He has decided to bring his wife (she, it seems, has an arthritis problem) for an ayurvedic consultation here. She may have to be here for a couple of days. I agreed instantly to his suggestion. I said "its nice you took the right decision.. bring her here.. we'll consult the doctor.. and Uma can take care of her  during the stay here".

Later I told Uma about her Kunjamma's visit.  She was not very happy. But on my firm words..  that I must help Vasu..  she agreed. I, jokingly told her ; "It will be a pleasure for me to have your father and Kunjamma here. I'll make that a pleasure for you too".

"How's that" asked Uma. "Don't worry.. I'll show you then", I said. I know Uma won't care much, as Kunjamma is only her father's wife and not her mother.

Today morning, Uma asked me to confirm her Kunjamma's programme. So, then I called Vasu, and asked him about their plan. Uma was right in initiating the programme.  Vasu confirmed his plan.. and they'll be here on Wednesday !

Uma looked worried.. and asked me "Maamma, when they are here, how do we go about?" . I took her concern seriously, and asked her to plan out what's needed. I called Remani and instructed her about 'being hosts for a few days'. She said..  looking and and smiling at us both .. "Don't worry, I'll take care."  I told Uma , to do all those necessary...  and leave the arrangements to Remani... but keep a track.  Let Remani be here all time.. unless she has some urgency at her home. I immediately called Pai (our office driver) to be here from Wednesday morning, and until the guests return. Pai agreed to.

A few minutes back, Uma came to me and said Remani agreed to be here all day long, as long as needed. They are planning to go shopping in the evening. I said "OK".

Uma sat near me ( I was on my Laptop, doing some work for my office). She looked gloomy and was looking at me, as if inviting my full attention on her. "Ooom.. Kya huvaa my girl ? " I jokingly put a Hindi tone. "Maamma, when they are here, how do we go about?".  The same question she asked me a few minutes ago !  Yeah.. I understood what she meant.  I wanted to give her a motivating answer.. to keep her in good mood.. And ofcourse, I couldnot answer straightaway. I said "We'll see.. ",  and with a long pause, "tonight". Uma didn't move.. she sat there looking away.

"Umaaa....."  that's Remani calling her..  it looks Remani is already on her toes to receive the guests.