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My grandmother clutched the worn ANDAL Coins, trembling fingers tracing inscriptions of the ancient poet Kannadasan. She'd saved them for decades, believing they held stories worth preserving. "These aren't just currency," she whispered, eyes glistening. "They're gratitude transformed into metal." When the community center offered social rewards for sharing forgotten verses, I brought grandmother's collection. Her hands shook as neighbors gathered, listening to her recite Kannadasan's words about devotion and belonging. Suddenly, venomous criticism erupted online. Doubters questioned her authenticity. Yet something miraculous happened: strangers became champions, defending her legacy fiercely. That evening, grandmother smiled differently. The coins weren't rewards anymore. They'd become bridges connecting us all.