Book excerpt: This book would not have been written without the blessings of the superior being, the almighty who protected and helped me all along to achieve my dream. Special thanks to my mother, I know her as mom, the world knows her as ‘Shikha Gupta’, for helping and supporting me every step of the way. You introduced me to a variety of books, identified my potential to write and helped me enhance it. “Your stories are like memories you share with a person”. That is what she said. She also said something heavy like, “your stories are your footprint in the sands of time, forever and ever”. Only now I am beginning to understand what she really meant. Sincere thanks, my mentor - my guide, ‘Meera Ma’am’ for your love, care and support. This book would have been impossible without you and your help every step of the way.