Boiled Potatoes was an inside joke between me and my mom. She loved to write - way more than cooking.She was a teacher - a Professor of Hindi at Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. She was a kind, soft spoken, strong and universally lovable person, who helped a lot of people in her life, and, who loved to write.
Although she made a few signature dishes for special occasions, her regular favorite quick fix was boiled potatoes :) I always teased my mom saying that it was her boiled potatoes that made me so resilient and adaptable in life. That always made her laugh. Thanks to her, I was able to appreciate every flavor that came my way following her boiled potatoes.
There are moments when I miss her presence heartbreakingly. But they never last. As if by magic, I feel my mind drifting towards a happy memory with her that makes me smile or even laugh out loud. I find her advice in subtle clues and accurately timed help popping up when I need it the most.
My mom and I shared a magical bond, unconditional love and endless laughter. And, it looks like we still do. She will always look after me.
To magic, love and laughter!
This day, this life and forever - I dedicate to my mom (my darling precious amma).
Happy Mother's Day! (May 8, 2022)
Featuring a few books by my mom - Prof. K. Leelavati