My old friend had come down from Canada for a vacation. We spent a whole day chatting, reminiscing, having fun. Then during the eighth cup of coffee I told her- I have a student who looks a lot like you.
Are you sure? Can I see her photo?
I was surprised to see the enthusiasm. I showed her our college Onam celebrations' photos on my PC. She looked, then looked away. Tears welled up.
What happened? I asked.
She said, quietly. I was surrogate mother once while in Canada, many years back, when we needed the money.
It was my turn to look away.
Are you sure? Can I see her photo?
I was surprised to see the enthusiasm. I showed her our college Onam celebrations' photos on my PC. She looked, then looked away. Tears welled up.
What happened? I asked.
She said, quietly. I was surrogate mother once while in Canada, many years back, when we needed the money.
It was my turn to look away.
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