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Harun Kewa's avatar

Great essay, Mo. As a guy, I’ve had my fair share of acquaintances with other guys whose name I don’t know 😂.

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

I can totally imagine it! & many of those guys won't know yours haha!

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Yolanda Valdés's avatar

I love your story Mohika, but what truly loved was the mention of Basil. The mere thought of basil transports me back to my balcony in Italy, where I lovingly tended to a fragrant basil plant. The intoxicating aroma from its leaves is forever etched in my memory, and the taste of fresh basil with mozzarella and olive oil still carries me back to those days. 🤩🙏🏽

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

You made my mouth water and now I want pizza!!!!

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Dave Karpowicz's avatar

Mo, Names are words the heart does not need to know. D

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

Ah, that's so poetic and beautiful and true!!

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Abhishek Singh's avatar

next chapter: Drinking a strong tea rich with these basil leaves with her :)

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Don Boivin's avatar

Thanks for sharing this lovely story of human connection. My neighbor across the street; I know his name is Ian but he speaks little English. His wife speaks none. He always waves as if he's so happy to see me, and I do the same. It's been like that for three or four years. He's a busy man, is always on his way somewhere (I believe he works at the hospital and as a volunteer fireman), but I know that we both just appreciate knowing that each is there. "You're my neighbor and I'm glad."

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

Soo much meaning in small gestures! Oh I love this!

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Gargi's avatar

The start of a beautiful friendship.

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Sonaakshi's avatar

Beautiful! Some connections are beyond ordinary... and I can feel the smell of fresh basil as I read this.

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

Ah! So trueee! It’s one of my favorite herbs!

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Karma lhendup bhutia's avatar

🥹💙

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The Alfalfa Mail's avatar

This is beautiful, now I realise I miss the smell of fresh basil! The lady who works at my local post office, we always have a quick chat and have talked about art, and music and I don’t know her name but I know she is a good person and she is *beautiful!* 😊

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The Alfalfa Mail's avatar

I will do that 😊

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

I think next time you can introduce yourself & ask her name!

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Wendy  Gray's avatar

What a beautiful friendship! It's as lovely as the basil and chocolate cake you share! Not knowing each others names may just make it more special! It's love without having to read the label! Many blessings to the both of you and MUCH LOVE! ~Wendy💜

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

Omg, “love without having to read the label!” AH! You’re amazing!

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Marilyn Graham Werden's avatar

Basil is Queen. Gorgeous piece pierces my heart and goes right through to the other side. Friendships like this are incredibly precious. They don’t need a name.

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

Couldn’t have articulated this better!

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Pepper Miller's avatar

I absolutely love this snippet of your memories. GO BASIL!

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

TEAM HERBS!

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Patris's avatar

Basil rules.

I liked this very much.

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Mohika Mudgal's avatar

This makes me so happy, Patris. Have you ever tried basil?

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