It was encouraging to read Vijaybhai Joshi’s letter “Great Writing” in praise of regular contributors, as on most part these dedicated, highly qualified luminary writers elevate “Your Voice” column to new height. Although they are popular, appreciated by most readers, they seldom get the praise they deserve in print.
I was also pleased to read Ilaben’s letter, as we are in minority who contribute occasionally to add feminine touch to mostly male dominated page! We all started at bottom but persistence and learning from other writers and encouragement from Editorial Board is the answer to improve and elevate oneself to their height.
Another ingredient to success is to choose right but non-malignant lustrous subjects, be theologian, not Hobson’s choice, obscure subjects of importance not picked up by other writers, especially if it touches lives of ordinary people in their everyday struggle to survive, such as parking, housing, NHS and disability matters that affect OAPs and disabled, avoid being obnoxious, pawn or political fiduciary. As Gandhiji used to say, truth and politeness conquers hearts, makes impossible possible, turns defeat into victory!
I hope to read more letters from Ilaben, Vijaybhai and from regular contributors to maintain high standard that is joy and pleasure to read, to comment on.
Kumudini Valambia
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