The poem My Mother at Sixty-six by Kamala Das expresses the poet's deep emotional response to the aging of her mother. While driving to Cochin, the poet observes her mother dozing beside her, her face pale and lifeless, reminding the poet of the inevitable passage of time and the frailty of old age. This sight brings forth a wave of pain and childhood fear, symbolized by the image of her mother as a wan, pale moon. However, despite these overwhelming emotions, the poet tries to push them aside and smiles as she bids her mother farewell, masking her concern. The poem highlights themes of aging, separation, and the complex emotions between a mother and child.

This lesson provides Class 12 students with a practical guide to writing professional job application letters and resumes. It covers the essential components of a formal job application, including layout, content, and expression, and explains the structure and information required in a Curriculum Vitae (CV). With step-by-step instructions, sample formats, and helpful tips, students will learn how to present their qualifications and experience in a way that appeals to potential employers, making this an invaluable skill for future job applications.

"Poets and Pancakes" offers a glimpse into the vibrant world of Gemini Studios, one of India’s most iconic film production houses. The lesson delves into the quirky makeup department, the personalities that shaped the studio, and the cultural intersections of cinema, poetry, and politics in mid-20th century India. Through humorous anecdotes and vivid descriptions, it highlights the studio’s role in fostering creativity, national integration, and an unexpected brush with international figures like Stephen Spender.