Slice of Life (3) Read in caption My heart was heavy. Everybody and everything was ready except me. My son excitedly zoomed past me now and then to check his bags . Going abroad for studies ! Taste of freedom ! I'll call you as soon as I reach, he assured me,waving to me,a faraway look in his eyes. All the things I wanted to say was stuck in my throat,choking me. Somehow I restrained myself and produced a bright smile. Take care, I whispered to myself and waved a goodbye. He departed for airport and suddenly whole house clutt