Tag Archives: Chennai

Raja Gopal, the King of Anger.

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Talkalittledo - For Life Is Funny.

When I was growing up in a large traditional household in Chennai city, my father employed a man to drive us to school. The driver was short, stocky and had a prominent moustache which he was in the habit of … Continue reading →

Posted in Sometimes Sad, Vintage, We Indians! | Tagged car, Chennai, driver, honest, India, Indian, old, poor, stern | 4 Comments

Why He Cried His Heart Out During The Farewell Speech

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Talkalittledo - For Life Is Funny.

It was a tearful farewell for this primary school boy. Or was it? In the school where I studied some years ago, boys were allowed only up to the fifth standard. After that they had to leave our school and … Continue reading →

Posted in Darndest Things Children Say, School is Fun, We Indians! | Tagged Chennai, farewell, India, Indian, school, teachers | 8 Comments

Two Cute Stories – Ready Wit

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Talkalittledo - For Life Is Funny.

A grandchild is a women’s delight. More so if the imp had the gift of the gab. My grandson though only four years old was quick with his retorts and repartees. Some of his instant replies have filled me with surprise … Continue reading →