How much can I write about my dear friend Laxmi. I first met Laxmi in September 1965 on my very first trip as a new bride. My husband Ariam had been close with Laxmi & Kesavan during their first stay in Waterloo, and so he decided to introduce me to his friends by visiting them in Kanpur on our way to Canada from Sri Lanka after our wedding. A few years later in 1968, when the Kesavans returned to Waterloo, they lived in our house for a year while we were away on sabbatical. They decided to buy a house near our house so that we could continue our close friendship.
Laxmi was a great friend and hostess and made people feel very much at home. She was always well dressed and always looked beautiful. She had a loving heart and spread her love to all those who came in contact with her. She brought up her three daughters with the same love and care she shared with others.
I had the privilege of seeing Laxmi almost every day till the passing of Kesavan. I will miss you, Laxmi.