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Jan 28Liked by Reena Kapoor

As a number of people have already said, "hope" is the word I want to use here too. I'm a gardener and have lived in a lot of different places. I am always trying to create a garden for myself to wake up to - what a beautiful gift to your grandmother who had (and no doubt would) endure so much. Thanks Reena!

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Jan 26Liked by Reena Kapoor

"discover a summer garden with fruit-laden trees behind the house — a sight that would bring joy for years to come" - these words felt a breath of fresh air and a beginning of another long hopeful journey. So beautiful how you create a feeling experience in such few words.

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Beautiful. People don’t realize just how many refugees there were around the world in ‘47. Looking forward to reading more about your grandmothers plight.

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So poignant. Hope leaves and hope arrives again. Lovely, Reena!

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Jan 26Liked by Reena Kapoor

Can't wait to read the rest. 💕

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Imagine waking to that glorious garden and the hope that must have swelled inside them at that point in their journey! Beautiful, Reena!

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Jan 26Liked by Reena Kapoor

Wow

True. So well captured Reena. Gopal Dham with all its happiness..❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Beautiful! I can understand why your grandmother is an inspiration to you.

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An incredible story, what a brave woman she was! You write beautifully.

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