Image courtesy of http://vancouver.canadianlisted.com/cars/1950-studebaker-commander_251666.html Word from the top indicated we should join a group already at the village of Lasalgaon in Maharashtra India for consultations, and these orders were of immediate effect. So we had some consultations of our own to determine which of our ancient vehicles would be able to make that trip in a day. Going by bus was certainly not under consideration … Continue reading The Stupidbaker

This image is copyrighted to sketching-draw.com Usually my stories identify place and time, but this one will have to be different. I’ve learned reliving of events, even if true, occasionally hit a raw nerve and people choose to take offence rather than enjoy the humor of the situation. We were on overseas appointment. It was just after the birth of our first child Helen-Maree. Georgine … Continue reading Block B

The above image copyrighted to http://www.glogster.com The phone rang, and an anxious voice enquired if I was free for a quick appointment. I was! Our chief accountant was in the office soon after to break the bad news. It appeared our daily banking deposit had just been robbed, and it was necessary for me to talk with Ashok the Cashier who, it appeared, had been … Continue reading STOLEN BANK DEPOSIT

The above image is copyright to http://www.pic2fly.com I’d heard of Rajan. He’d been a transport driver for many years after leaving college as a graduate and it was a surprise to everyone when he returned to campus and offered his services as a driver in the transportation department. He was a great favorite among students. If he was not into a game of volley ball … Continue reading The Spy

I clearly remember two of my auditing experiences in Trivandrum, that capital city of the beautiful state of Kerala, India. If you’re turned on by thoughts of waving palm trees, sparkling white beaches and a tranquil ocean dotted with small fishing canoes far out to the horizon, then Trivandrum beaches are the place for you. Once you’ve been there you’ll be tempted to stay. However … Continue reading Trauma in Trivandrum

Copyright for this image above to http://www.ohs.org/the-oregon-history-project/biographies/Bhagwan-Shree-Rajneesh.cfm   The name he’d chosen meant “Great Soul.” He’d evolved from an obscure college professor in a remote part of India to become a high visibility media celebrity for a few years. To a large extent his success had been due to the skills of a clever individual schooled in marketing techniques with a keen knowledge of human … Continue reading The Mahatma

I’d been assigned to visit educational institutions receiving grants for development purposes, and report to donors all was well with their funded projects, before a continuation of grants could be approved. I was familiar with my next location. My first visit had been on similar assignments ten years previous. In earlier days primary mode of travel through the country was by river ferry or deshi … Continue reading Squandered Resources

Above image copyright to bollywood-photos.com “Let him speak now, or forever hold his peace!” The minister’s voice intoned familiar words as he prepared to bring the wedding service to a grand finale. The groom and his men stood ramrod straight, and the bride stared at the floor in customary fashion. The Bible boy looked imploringly at his parents watching him from the audience. He was … Continue reading The Wedding Fiasco

For forty years the Fruit Walla had pushed his four wheeled cart laden with fruit and vegetables onto our residential estate in Pune, India. He cut a fine figure in his spotless white dhoti and kamise. During our period of residence we watched his son grow from child to manhood as he accompanied his father on daily rounds. The old gentleman had established a kind … Continue reading The Fruit Walla

“If I had a cent for every time I’ve been taken for a ride I’d be a millionaire,” Those were my exact words as I shut the door and peered out the window at a dismal figure retreating down my front driveway. As if to reinforce my decision several dogs broke into a chorus of barking as the woman reached the gate. I recollected some … Continue reading Trust