November 24, 1997

Dear Kajal

I don't remember when we were last in touch but I remember you often. Recently I have been missing many things I remember about my life in India .I'm not sure why. I recently turned 50. Hard to believe. I went for a walk a few weeks ago and, in an isolated place, I felt "I am a stranger here."

I spoke to my parents recently. They told me of the news of Dilip's death. I was sad to hear that. I have been thinking of you recently with much fondness and that it would be very nice to see you. I know this must have been a difficult time and, as always, I have only the best hopes for you.

Almost 30 years have passed since we were in touch. I hope that when you have time you will write to me.

My life is not bad. My parents may have told you that I work at a Mental Health hospital. I have enjoyed the work. It can be difficult and I am thinking of making a change. May go back to engineering or something like that. I have been learning some modern aspects of computers. Every year for the last 10 years I have spent a month in the mountains near here. It is something that I like to do. I live in a farming area near the ocean. I also enjoy writing and philosophy is one of the areas of interest.

I have a friend who is visiting India. Her name is Jaysi Chander. She may visit Calcutta. I have given her your address and have told her that she should visit you if she is in Calcutta.

I think I will keep this letter short. It would lovely to see you and I hope that that may be possible some time. Please do write to me. I hope to here from you. Please convey my love to Minu.

I end with much love to you,

Ani

Anil Mitra

945 Mad River Road

Arcata, California 95521

U.S.A.