Hi Thatha, When I was a baby, I watched you crawl, and I followed. I saw you play the miruthangam on stage, and a few years later, after you introduced me to the art, I had the privilege of performing at the same concerts with the mridangam you gave me. You showed me your cars and taught me how to work on them, and because of that, I became an engineer with a passion for cars. Throughout my life, you've been a great inspiration to me. I’ve cherished the times we worked together on various projects, like the go-kart and many home DIY projects. I want to take this opportunity to thank you for everything you've given me, for all that you’ve taught me, and for simply being a part of my life. You've been a huge influence, and you will be deeply missed. Rest in peace, Miruthanga Thatha. With love, Prranavan