Evening at home - the family is gathered after dinner.
Rohan: Appa - you’ve been busy typing
again. Another travel blog?
Author: (smiling) Yes. Writing has
become a part of my routine now. It didn’t start that way though. Years ago, I
had sent a half-finished article to a friend who’s a journalist. I thought he
would just edit it and send it back. Instead, he told me something that changed
things, he encouraged me to take up writing seriously, as a hobby.
Priya: Really? Just like that? You
actually followed it?
Author: I did, though not immediately. I
was unsure at first. But every time I called him for guidance, he patiently
supported me, gave tips, and told me not to stop. And when he later appreciated
my blogs, it boosted my confidence in a big way.
Sanjiv: So that’s how it began - a small
push from someone who believed in you?
Author: Exactly. And after that, I
discovered how enjoyable writing can be. I began writing about many topics, but
personal finance and travel became my favourites. Finance because it’s part of
my profession… and travel because writing helped me relive every place I
visited.
Rohan: But Dad, doesn’t it take too
much time? I mean, remembering everything later must be difficult.
Author: It is, unless you take notes.
That’s something writing taught me. When I travel now, I jot down small details
- places, food, funny moments, names of people I meet. Without those notes, it
becomes hard to describe the experience later. And that habit has improved my
observation skills too.
Priya: So writing improves the way you
look at the world?
Author: Absolutely. It also makes you
read more. Without reading, there is no writing. It helps you think, remember,
and express better. And slowly, you develop your own style without even
realising it.
Sanjiv: It sounds like writing gives
back more than it takes.
Author: Very well said. And you don’t
have to be perfect. You just need to start. Over time, the words begin to flow
on their own.
Rohan: Maybe we should give it a try?
Author: I would be very happy if you do.
And remember, writing runs in the family too. Your Malli chita is a
complete natural! His standalone blogs and LinkedIn posts are extremely
popular. He’s a consummate storyteller, people wait for his posts. So the
potential definitely exists in all of you.
Priya: Then maybe it’s time we continue
the tradition.
Author: (warmly) Yes. Start with
anything, a journal, a short note, a memory, an observation. Once you begin
writing, you’ll discover parts of yourself that you didn’t know existed.
Sanjiv: We promise, we’ll write
something this week.
Author: That’s all I wanted. Start
writing… and let the journey take you where it wants.
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