November - 2015

A GOODBYE THAT NEVER WAS…….

Dearest Armeen, It’s taken me a while to write about Sam…..your pretty mom and my lovely sister. No words can describe the relationship we shared. I’ve seen your mom grow up since she was a tot. She had the most adorable smile. She could enter any room and light it up. We got more and more close as we grew up and planned overnights, where we went berserk laughing, joking, playing games and eating maggi with cheese (Sam’s favorite) as if there was no tomorrow. Sam was always

A Tribute To My Beloved Sammy

Dearest Amreen, When you read this message you would want to know my relation with your mom... Lil angel we have yet to meet... Inshaallah. I am one of your nana and naani's friends. I have been living in Dubai since 12 years and so wasn't a part of your parents wedding or your birth my baby. You will be delighted to know that I clearly remember meeting Sammy after my marriage, she was a lil baby in her moms hands. After that, as time passed, I have watched her grow - her sch

Sameera - Of Mischief & Magic

Armeen! What a beautiful name and so befitting for Sameera’s daughter – that’s the first thing I thought when she told Deepika and me about you being on your way on a group chat. Well, one of the first things I thought, because the first reactions were mostly on the lines of dramatic ‘awwwws’, ‘omigawds’ and squeals. I met Sameera for the first time in the summer of 2007. It was a hot afternoon and this was the apartment we were to end up living in for the next one year. I ha

Until We Meet Again...

Sameera Changi Presswala My Best Friend, My Childhood Memory and now my biggest inspiration…. It took me a while to get myself together to write this blog. It was only when I dreamt about Sam two nights in a row, which was probably her way of saying “c’mon fats get onto it…IM WAITING!”(I can even imagine her tone) I got onto it as soon as possible. Dear Armeen…. Where do I start…there’s so much to tell you… about almost 20 years of my life with Sam. From a shy timid and quiet

Our Laughing childhood

Sameera (with the stress on the second syllable: -mee-) is an indirect Quranic name for girls that means “good friend”. This is the meaning of my sister's name. People who spent even a nano second with her would agree with me that not only could she be a good friend like her name suggests, but an honest, loving person that every one would want to cherish. Armeen baby doll, when you grow up I'm sure you will just be like your mother and you will fill our hearts with your pers

Sameera - A Loud Silence!

Sameera has been the quietest person I have ever met! She smiled with me, fought (without a word) with me over silly nonsense, and endured her pain without “an ouch”. Sam and I shared a very special bond. We are the same age and despite of her being my sister-in-law; I always thought of her as a friend. Sam became a part of our lives during a very delicate time. Ofcourse, like most “in-laws” we had rough roads initially, arguments, and differences. I always thought Sam gave m

The Super Hit Movie That Was Sameera's Life!

Sam’s life was just like a blockbuster movie. It had everything from comedy to an extraordinary romance, a little bit of drama and the saddest possible ending ever. But most importantly, Sam was a superstar. She gave an Oscar winning performance throughout - as a loving daughter, as a devoted wife, a nurturing mother, a faithful friend and finally, as our teacher. Sam taught us the true meaning of courage. She shamed cancer and death with optimism and her resilience. She taug

An Older Brother's Tribute

Hey Sam, I know you are up there…somewhere….sitting with your Cleveland steak cheese sandwich in one hand and a container full of jeera goli, fatafat and chattar mutter in the other hand. Go ahead, – I won’t stop you from putting on the pounds this time – coz that's a problem for mere mortals like us…. Sam and I grew up together and just like older brothers, I did not shy away from giving free advice to Sam. Our talks mainly revolved around me giving her free advice and Sam p

Embracing and celebrating the moments when I am at my worst

“You don’t know how strong you are until being strong is the only option you have left.” A few months ago I lost my younger cousin sister, my best buddy, my partner in crime of 29 years. She was fighting the biggest fight with cancer which came quickly and un announced , and it took her in just a few months. Sammy and I have spent the best years together. Our bond has always been so strong and because of the length and depth of our relationship, I could never imagine my life

Shine On, You Crazy Diamond!

My darling Armeen, I remember the day you were born - 20th April, 2012 - like it was yesterday. I was lying in my hostel bed in Kolkata while your mom was lying in her hospital bed in Cleveland. She sent me a picture of you with the best crop of hair that I had seen on a new born baby with the prettiest white bow. You were all of a few hours then but you had already given her the happiness of a lifetime. She sent me a text saying, “Zeba, I can’t stop looking at her, she’s jus

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Valentine Sequeira

Words alone can't describe the vacuum nor the feeling one experiences losing a friend like you. God works in mysterious ways and this one has stunned us. From random party scenes, fun times at office and our trip to Goa, you will always bring forth cherished memories. Death ends a life, not a relationship. You will continue to live in our hearts forever. We will now see you through Armeen. You will always be missed. Wish you peace wherever you are. Love u Sam !!

Abinash Das

Wish I could have met you once. Wish I could have spoken to you once my dear

friend. You...our little Ms. Sunshine....you have left a void in all our lives. Never thought I'd

have to write this message for you Sammy. God gave me a wonderful friend in you. You will

stay forever in my memory and prayers. You will be terribly missed by all of us. May your soul

rest in peace dear...

Zaheer Bagasrawala

As you continue your journey towards the gates of heaven I ask the almighty to forgive all your sins and be a guiding light to Armeen and your family and always look after them from above .. Thanks for being a good friend u will be missed by all .. RIP muaah ! God Bless

Sonia Chowdhury

I only have such fond memories of us together Sameera - I remember your laugh, days & nights in college together, our fun trips to Pune/Goa, hysterical giggles, night outs, boys, kit kat chunky, biriyani at your place, you as a beautiful bride. You will always have a special place in my heart & I'll miss you forever. <3

Harshad Waigankar

You will stay in our hearts forever as a warrior who took all the battles and challenges head

on...... Sameera Changi you are now the angel for Armeen and her everlasting guiding force.

Shruti Upadhaya

One of the most beautifully resilient girls I have ever known! You were always a star Sameera, time for you to truly come into your own :) Having said that, you will be profoundly missed by us lesser mortals! love and light, always.

Mayur Milan

Before there was Viman Nagar or Lavale, before there was anyone from batch of 2009, before even SIMC happened, there was Sandeep and you, Sameera. And you shall for ever stay that special grumpy who cheered the world!

Amina Mohsin

...our stunning brave Sam is exemplary of her fighting spirit....she never gave up till Allaha wanted her with HIM. Let's remember her with a smile....because our tears will make her sad.....and we want her to be at peace in jannatul firdous.....rest in peace beti Sam....missing you is now a part of our life.

Mustufa Jawadwala

Its too late but I wish my words reach you and if there is life beyond, maybe they will. I regret

not staying in touch with you over the years. I regret not having such a wonderful friend that I

could have. I always thought there was enough time in the future to make amends (don't we

all!). I regret on being so wrong. I realize how short life can be and wish I could go back. God

bless your soul Sameera and give everyone the courage to fill the void you have left behind,

especially your daughter. Will always treasure our memories.

Arshad Tayebaly

...could not meet her much on account of boundary constraints ... But have always felt her love as she gave me a new name of "Chachu"... She would always keep in touch on FB and I could see that her life revolved exclusively around her husband and daughter ..Her smile was the most awesome smile that I've seen and it's so strange that I've been thinking about her only after she has left us .. I wish I had the good fortune of spending more time with her

Alankrita Narula Deshwal

What a beautiful soul she was.. someone with one of the prettiest smiles I've ever seen.. we had lost touch after sophia but thanks to facebook, I got to see another side of Sameera. Sameera, the mum, who was crazy, madly and deeply in love with this little person who had filled her life.. :) your mum was a rockstar Armeen.. your guardian angel for life... you've given her the most cherished times and I pray that someday this little reflection of Sameera grows up to be just like her. God bless!

Nausheen Arshad Merchant

Sameera, ull b that shining star up in the sky like u always were....ull b terribly missed

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