PapaMa’s Portrait, by Snehal Amembal

A granddaughter reflects on the life of her beloved PapaMa, whose love and wisdom shaped her world in ways words can only begin to capture.

Set in a modest two-bedroom apartment in suburban Bombay, this memoir weaves intimate vignettes of everyday moments—braiding hair, making garlands, sharing stories—that reveal the quiet strength and unspoken lessons passed down from one generation to the next.

Through the lens of family, resilience, and unconditional love, PapaMa’s Portrait offers a glimpse into the transformative relationship with PapaMa, a woman whose influence continues to guide and shape her, even from afar. This memoir is a journey into the heart of family and the enduring bonds that define us.