Grown-Up Pose

Anu Desai is, and always has been, a well-behaved grown-up... at least according to the definition of her traditional Indian family. She married her first boyfriend Neil, gave up her career to be a mother to her daughter Kanika, takes care of her home, and shows up for every family gathering. On the surface, she has a good life. But inside? She is utterly unhappy. Weighed down by years of silence, she finally speaks up. And the first thing she wants is a separation.

After this shocking decision, Anu and Neil, their daughter, and their families must all adjust to their new lives. No longer the responsible “grown-up,” Anu decides to pursue what she wants for a change and have some fun. But after an impromptu trip abroad, a few drunken parties, and a seemingly misguided investment in a failing yoga studio, feelings of irresponsibility send Anu reeling. Like any good yoga pose, it will take a bit of stretching, concentration, and a deep breath to give Anu the courage to learn from her mistakes, chase her dreams, and realize how good she’s had it all along.

About the Author

Sonya Lalli is a Canadian writer of Indian heritage. She studied law in her hometown of Saskatoon and at Columbia University in New York, and later completed an MA in Creative Writing and Publishing at City, University of London. Sonya loves to cook, travel and practice yoga. She lives in Toronto with her husband.