Rotary was yet another story.
Having joined the Rotary Club of Madras Southwest as a charter member when I was 25, I became its bulletin editor, director[several times], secretary and then president.
I was also part of the District team for many years.
My bulletin was a preferred and popular read in the District and I knew several Rotarians, including current and past District Governors who actually waited to receive an issue. The column Overheard was avidly read and landed me in many a controversy. It was all great fun. I also have the distinction of having been its editor for eight years and never winning a prize.
I was part of a club trio which conceived and conducted an annual talent contest for the entire district. Once again, great fun. I wrote, directed and acted in skits and playlets, and a good time was had by everyone.
But the ultimate fulfilment was sharing and watching the progress of Down's Syndrome children at Mathru Mandir, a special school run in those days by the Club. There were several other projects as well, which provided succour to society.
I left Rotary in 2000 because it was threatening to submerge me, my involvement was so intense. I had soon little time for my writing.
It was a great time with a great organisation.
I rejoined my club in 2004. I edited the house magazine, and derived great satisfaction from some wonderful friendships.
