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Veloor: My Early Childhood Episodes Veloor in Kottayam and Silent Valley in the High Rangesof

A tribute by Professor Joseph Cheruvelil (Retired English Professor at St. John’s University, New York)

Girish, a Keralite, was an Airforce employee, attached to a huge aircraft that used to

You came like night—no warning sign, With eyes that drank the soul from mine. A

While I was fastening my seat belt in the aircraft, I reflected. My return journey

Summer’s warmth fades away I cherish scarce-lit days visit at summer’s end Dark, wild, and

Weeks and months passed away quickly during my studies and part-time work. Shalini’s studies and

She danced, a whirlwind of untamed passion Her eyes, dark oceans drawing me in deep

Kennedy Airport! My son and I got a very hearty welcome. Prasad and Shalini greeted

We bid farewell to you, holy soul, A shepherd with a heart so whole. With

Roy had left quite early in the morning itself. I had asked him when he

Nails pierce his hands, feet bound Blood flows from deep wounds Goodness, kindness, compassion Bleeding,

On that delicate silent night, Joseph was suddenly startled awake by a scream which entered

Renowned for his exceptional memory and historical knowledge, Dr. Jitheshji has been conferred with the