My Periappa Inexplicable and unbreakable, This bond won’t be severed. Although your physical presence Cannot grace this Earth anymore Your warm and compassionate spirit Remains in the hearts and souls of all who adore you. Blessing me with your graceful presence on the day I was born To providing support, wisdom and advice throughout my life I live in endless gratitude to you For helping mould me into the person I am today. My heart continues to break Knowing your twinkling smile can only be witnessed from within Though all is not lost For deeper connections lie in heart, soul and spirit Which span eternity and know no boundaries or limit And aid in the healing of our yearning To see your beaming face again. Periappa your passing leaves more than a void in our lives and we miss you terribly, but our only consolation and solace is that you are at peace now. With all our love, Gayathri, Sathyan and Amritha