After ESS and ‘A’ levels at Duke, I trained as a teacher. I enjoyed teaching for nearly thirty years in Kenya and in the London Borough of Enfield. The children I taught are now well settled in their professional and personal lives. Meeting them on occasions is a pleasure, especially when they express their gratitude and show respect to me.

I retired in 1997 and envisaged a time of enjoyment and adventure visiting various countries. This was not to be. I had knee problems with my arthritis. I underwent knee replacement surgeries. My left knee continued to give me problems and finally had to be amputated below the knee. Wearing the prosthetic leg was painful and extremely uncomfortable. So I use the wheelchair. I use my electric mobility scooter locally. I am able to drive my automatic car to travel around.

I have accepted my situation. I read a lot and do some social work. Our ESS socials give me a lot of pleasure. I am so pleased with my friends who readily put up with my condition and mobility needs. I love to have visitors. I believe in God and accept what comes my way.

I have a wonderful family who are all very supportive. My lovely wife, Usha, is a blessing to me. We have three daughters. Meena is a pharmacist, Una an optometrist and Gauri a Dispensing Optician. We are blessed with four grown-up grandchildren whose Cricket, Rugby, friendly chat and IT skills I enjoy!

- As of May 2017