Woke up, brush up, dress up ,bag pack up....landed in office. While I was having breakfast at my desk I got a mail saying that "Anil,I was wondering if you had plans for this evening? Would you like to come over to my house for dinner and a cool down in our pool?". First I thought it’s a spam then I thought he was joking, no not at all. He was asking me about what kind of food I eat etc.. etc...He is non other than my Australian test manager Paul Gilders ,like a tiger to payments developers:-).I don't know why he invited me, I cannot even think of swim and have dinner with him. Most of the times he was furious in the office, very strict and I have to give so many valid explanations in a day. First he invited me alone, later he told me to invite my roommates also. After I confirm him, he called his partner and informed about my arrival.
At lunch time I went home and brought my swimming dress, I am eager to see how Paul behaves at home.Finshed my work by 5.30 PM and went to his home along with my roommate Shaik.Received a warmth welcome from his family members. With in 5 minutes we became comfortable at his house. Had some juice and jumped into the pool. Me ,Paul and his son enjoyed swimming for an hour. Discussed lots of things while swimming about his athletic activities. He is a TRIATHLON Australia winner in 2007.TRIATHLON is a sports event consisting of swimming, cycling and running over long distances. These events are placed back-to-back in immediate sequence. Paul is a true sports man. I had bath and ready for the dinner.
At lunch time I went home and brought my swimming dress, I am eager to see how Paul behaves at home.Finshed my work by 5.30 PM and went to his home along with my roommate Shaik.Received a warmth welcome from his family members. With in 5 minutes we became comfortable at his house. Had some juice and jumped into the pool. Me ,Paul and his son enjoyed swimming for an hour. Discussed lots of things while swimming about his athletic activities. He is a TRIATHLON Australia winner in 2007.TRIATHLON is a sports event consisting of swimming, cycling and running over long distances. These events are placed back-to-back in immediate sequence. Paul is a true sports man. I had bath and ready for the dinner.
His partner Ali ,his Daughter Sametha prepared delicious dinner.Pasta,Garlic bread and salad was the dinner.Had lots of fun while having dinner.Ali teaches Professional ,personal ethics & Research methods for doctors and philosophy at Melbourne university.Asked few questions about philosophy ,she gave impressive answers. I hope some day I will do apprentice with her in philosophy. She also asked about me and my living etc.Discussions went on till late night.
Paul's house is very huge, its a 7 bed room individual house,2 office rooms ,very big hall and kitchen,2 big dining tables, swimming pool,gym,cars ......all luxuries are there in the house. His son was telling about 10 dollars he earned today by working some where, Paul was very happy and proud, he discussed and gave some suggestions to his son.That was very thought provoking discussion for me.Paul being very rich,earning thousands of dollars everyday allowed his young son to earn some money which is nothing before his status.It may be part of their culture,but for me its totally new and a good learning. After we had dinner one of his son cleaning all the plates, I asked him if I would be of any help, Paul told that “ don’t worry Anil everyone’s responsibilities are clearly defined for the next one month”. I learned about true son- father relationship and family values today.Paul is completely a family man, one of the few I met who lives second by second.
Thanked everyone for their hospitality before I leave , Ali genuinely asked to come again when ever possible .Its a memorable and thought provoking evening which I can cherish forever .Time to sleep to see Paul again tomorrow.
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