STARTING SCHOOL
STARTING SCHOOL I distinctly remember that eventful day when I started school for the first time in my life. I can still feel the buzz and excitement at our house as my parents and grandparents took it upon themselves to get us, the siblings, started on the right note. Since there isn't much age difference between my younger sibling and me, we started school around the same time. Preparations for the ominous event began months in advance. School uniforms, stationery, and books were bought. A pair of colourful water bottles and attractive steel lunch boxes were acquired. We were extensively coached on how to address our teachers and ask for permission to use the restroom, if required. The D-day was a warm and sunny one as I jumped out of bed, eager to start what promised to be something new in ou...