Had been to the public administration office. It was a joy to see the document delivered by a mechanical robot. Before my smile could vanish, I was enthralled by the conversation with the woman officer.
"Which part of India are you from?"
"Tamilnadu"
"Oh! Tamilnadu? எனக்கு சூர்யா மாப்பிள்ளையா வேணும்"
I was much amused by this. And she continues
"Anney, roti prata குடுங்க"
Finally, she hands over my document and goes, "மிக மகிழ்ச்சி."
I'm even more impressed and tell her, "of all days, I'm glad that I'm being invited by this warmth. I'm particularly glad that I received this root document from you".
That's when she reveals, "I learn a few statements in the national languages. It doesn't take a huge effort, but it makes people of other ethnicities more comfortable and more welcoming."
What a beautiful soul! Thank God for this heart of warmth and embrace.
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