Stories about my S Asia working experiences
Cultural Assimilation Jay spoke as he moved to address his father. “Adaraniy pita if you’re missing Gujarat so much then why don’t you return to help the family out as requested. As for us we want to make our future here in this new country and I’m prepared to manage your business affairs for you while you’re gone. How will such a return to India … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 5
Trouble in the Ambani Clan Several months later the mystery for the Mehta family was solved. Gourav discovered his wife investment banker had been working her talents, so funds flowed into her own secret bank accounts he’d previously had no knowledge of until he happened to note some documents, she’d carelessly left unattended in her office. There was a huge fight in their apartment when … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 4
Gaurav The Prodigal Son They were now into their second year, and Jay was conscious of his father’s request he do everything possible to hasten his return to take up responsibilities for the family. Brinda was into her own study program and enjoying her studies immensely. She was making friends with those in her class and delighted there was such a mix of cultures to … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 3
Brinda the Goddess Two evenings later Anthony again received a message from Brinda Ambani in which she urged Anthony not to disclose they were connected through his Messenger page. She explained there were those in the extended Ambani family who were very conservative and while there was nothing wrong with them being connected through Messenger these conservative family members could make her parents life miserable … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 2
The Ambani Invasion Anthony was completing check in procedures for his intended MBA program at the University of Sydney and between check in requirements chatting with prospective students from all over the world. He’d enjoyed completing the Bachelor’s requirements and was looking forward to the next stage of his studies before deciding on his future career path. He marvelled at the number of foreign students … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 1
Hannah’s Difficult Years On the return journey to Germany Mareike shared her wish to adopt the little girl Haima and to her relief Baron readily agreed. So, Mareike immediately contacted Katiya on their return to confirm they’d arrived home without incident and broached the subject of adoption. Katiya said she’d send regulations to be followed so they could consider the matter carefully and then get … Continue reading Hannah Finds Her Roots – Chapter 4
Trip to India Guntaj had explained to Baron a breakdown in communication on his return to India after graduation. There had been a wedding and soon after transfer to Dubai for several years where his cellphone was stolen, and personal effects disappeared when shipped from Mumbai to Dubai in transit. So, he’d lost many of his old contacts that way. He’d then relocated to Huston … Continue reading Hannah Finds Her Roots – Chapter 3
Hannah Finds Her Roots – Chapter 1 Surprise Reconnection Hannah had heard the story over and over as she grew up in the Schultz home so could almost repeat it word for word when asked. She was in her late teens now and had been given a ticket to Delhi to visit with the Singh family who after all these years of mutual visits between … Continue reading Hannah Finds Her Roots – Chapter 1
A New Beginning Elizabeth turned to Ravi smiling after listening to Rakesh’s report. “This is a huge surprise, Ravi. What career would you choose to follow and where would you be thinking of locating for this career? These are important things to consider.” “Elizabeth, I realize this is a big ask but my father encouraged me to see if something could be worked out. I’m … Continue reading Changing with the Times – Chapter 4
Crisis in the Agarwal Family As the date approached for a meeting with Elizabeth Birla in Delhi Rakesh gave his son a list of duties to be performed in addition to his regular duties and said he’d be off on business for a few days. Ravi thought this was nothing unusual as it happened quite frequently. He had no idea this meeting concerned him and … Continue reading Changing with the Times – Chapter 3
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