I am retired Naval officer. I served in the Indian Navy and the Mercantile Marine for a total period of 39 years and retired in 1998. Prestly I am leading a retired life. I have been writing short stories and middles mostly humorous for the last ten years. My articles have been published in several newspapers and magazines.lived in Mumbai. Kochi, Vizag Port Blair, Philadelphia, Orlando. Frisco. Visited many countries and went round the world five time.Travelled across US extensively.My only request is dont give me any special treatment. just treat me like any other genius u know.I have a funny bone.I joined Sulekha in Dec 2006 nad not 2004 as shown in my profile.I have two books published in my name. The latest THE COLONEL'S LAST WICKET was published in UK. It is available at www.amazon.com and www.bn.com. It is available at all barnes & Nobles book stores throughout the world except South Asia. It costs $16.99 or 8.99 pounds. Since it is priced high it is not yet available in India. Pl read my book and post<<