ruefulness and envy filled me for that while when my brother walked through the departure gates. for the choice i made in a sudden turnabout, for knowing i could have had been in his shoes 2 years back. but it was only for that while; i always believed it was the right thing to do, in all altruism especially. at least now i have the prerogative to dabble and fling with the many diverse inspirations i get.
it was an impressive entourage of people that turned up, say 50 excluding family. we turned heads! my brother used to comment on my lack of life next to his. so people, remember you need to come send me off when i go away, else i'll be a disconsolate person indeed.

one happy guy! a whole new experience awaits him!