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For the 30th March – my birthday :)


I was flooded with messages and phone calls and work at office. Hence no post yesterday. But as I ended my day, I had a few thoughts that I wanted to share. So I am writing this post for the 30th March.


I got birthday wishes from so many people. I was pleasantly surprised that so many people took time out to wish me…so many people think positively about me and for me ! It is quite reassuring.

I gratefully reciprocate the love that I receive :)
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