im the boss

My grandmother whispered Avvaiyar's verses while teaching me the kitchen. "Knowledge is wealth," the ancient poet promised. Years later, I stood in my cramped apartment, hesitant about joining PaybookClub's reading circle. That first meeting changed everything. A Tamil woman shared her grandmother's recipes alongside philosophy. Another discussed Avvaiyar's timeless wisdom about courage and self-worth. I realized I wasn't just reading stories—I was reclaiming them. Every discussion felt like sitting at my grandmother's feet again, but surrounded by sisters discovering their own power. Now I facilitate discussions, leading conversations that honor our heritage. Finally, I understood: being the boss meant owning my story and uplifting others in ours.