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Sogott Goenkarank mae-mogacho nomoskar ani toxich khuxealborit Paskanchi Porob! (Greetings to all Goans and a Happy Easter)! Today marks the end of my 3-part series: "A Reminiscent Tour of Mapusa Town in the 1950's". I hope you all liked it. Every time I write an article, I receive scores of appreciation messages, most of them privately, which I have been sharing with Cecil Pinto, Gaspar Almeida of [EMAIL PROTECTED] and Bosco D'Mello of [EMAIL PROTECTED] I sincerely thank each and everyone for taking time to read my articles and especially for all the feedback. It is my wish to forward whatever information I can recall from my memory on our Goan heritage and culture for the benefit of all, young and old. Your love and support and appreciation messages mean a lot to me; they are the driving force behind my writing. My articles are based on personal experiences. The joys and pains I have been through during different phases of my life, including the transition period from the Portuguese regime to the Indian democratic rule. The two main persons who encouraged me to write are Cecil Pinto and Gaspar Almeida. It all started in July 2004 with my article "Ladain Xekddeanchi Sonskrutai" (Litany, tradition inherited since time immemorial) which was written in Konkani and translated in English. Cecil, from Goa, praised my writing skills and forwarded the article to Gaspar in Kuwait with his recommendation to lend me as much support as he could. Gaspar immediately telephoned me in Saudi Arabia, appreciated my article and assured me full cooperation. He has since been distributing my articles with appropriate pictures through his extensive mailing lists and database of contacts. The next person who has been very supportive and who also encouraged me to keep on writing is Bosco D'Mello. These are the three main persons who have been instrumental in encouraging my writing. Fred Noronha also played a role. When he informed me that my article 'ESMERALDA and "Starco" - a Landmark of Anjuna' which was also written in July 2004 was used for journalism classes, I felt flattered and motivated. But ultimately, it is you dear readers who made me what I am today; I wouldn't have achieved the fame had it not been for your recognition, feedback and continuous support. Now that we have decided to go ahead with my book publication, I am confident we can count on your support. I thank you all in advance. God bless you. May the Risen Lord guide us in our project! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna/Dhahran, KSA _________________________________________________________________ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/ _____________________________________________ Do not post admin requests to the list. Goanet mailing list (Goanet@goanet.org)