waiting

Grandmother sits on the veranda steps, phone glowing softly in her weathered hands. Her daughter taught her about ANDAL Coins, a way to share Tamil poems and stories that actually matter. She's been waiting all week to post her recitation of Andal's verses, hoping someone listens. The reactions come slowly at first. Then warmth floods through: applause from strangers who understand. Her heritage, digitized yet sacred, connects her to thousands. She smiles, thinking how technology bridges generations. Tonight, her grandchildren gather around, watching her earn recognition for keeping their culture alive. Community spans continents now.