Hello, Mr. Bond,
Happy birthday and still happy writing.
Congratulations on your new publications for early learners—ABC and 123, and Laugh With Me.
It’s no mean feat that
you, sir, continue to regale us with tales that are so endearing in their
simplicity and relatability.
My first read was the
Book of Humour, which left me in good spirits and grinning at the antics of Uncle Ken, your lovable grandparents, and others. After that, I
acquired quite a collection of your books. …
Sir, you use no
bombastic words, nor do you script elaborate dramas, yet we remain hooked from
the very first line.
You write a haiku, a limerick, and
a spooky tale with equal ease! How wonderful is that? I remember asking for your
books at a local book fair and being told they were all sold out.
You bring us the magic of the mountains, trees, rivers, animals, and even a tiny moth or snail in words that linger long after we’ve finished reading.
You’ve written a verse about the cockroach and written an ode to young Binya Devi. Sir, your tales and
verses are like bowls of warm broth on difficult days—comforting, soothing, and coming home.
Your words have taught
me to discover the little joys in life—the laughter and innocence of
children, the beauty of nature, and the magic in mundane moments.
Besides, you weave value, a nugget of inspiration, and subtle humour into your work, which makes it all the more a pleasure to read.
How to Be a Writer and Read Well,
Write Well teaches me the nuances
of fine writing.
When you said:
“The one dream that I hold on to is the dream
itself because I’m still dreaming. From 9 to 90, I’ve held onto dreams. There
are one or two that are to be fulfilled and made real. So don’t stop dreaming,
no matter how old you are and how much you have achieved, because you can
always do things better. You can write a better book, find a piece of music, a
better song, or a better painting. You could always be better, so hold on to
your dreams.”
I've quoted you in another blog post, and I share the same words in this one because they are such an inspiration to me, especially now that I'm in my salt-and-pepper years.
You told me that nothing was impossible, nothing
was out of reach, if we went after it. You'll be 92 soon, and you're still dreaming, still writing.
Thank you for treating us to writing that is
gentle and easy to understand.
May you enjoy good health and happiness and
continue to write to your heart’s content.
Cheers!
Marietta.
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