Vaishanavi Colection

We are right on Cinema Road in Paratwada. It’s a good spot because there are always people walking by to catch a movie or do some shopping. Our shop, Vaishanavi Colection, is where we spend most of our time. We sell different kinds of clothes and things people need. It’s a small shop, so we have to use every bit of wall space we have. We hang things from the ceiling sometimes too. It’s a bit of a squeeze when more than three people come in at once. I usually stand by the counter and chat with whoever comes in. Some people stay for a long time just talking about their day. I don’t mind. It makes the day go faster. Paratwada is a nice town, and being on this road means we see everything that happens. When the movie ends, the street gets really crowded for a few minutes. We keep the doors open to let the air in, even if it brings in some dust. We don’t have a big staff, just me and my cousin. We take turns going for lunch at the place down the road. We don't have any fancy displays or lights. We just put the stuff out and hope people like what they see. It’s been our life for many years now. We know the regulars and we know what they usually look for. It’s a honest way to spend the day. Sometimes we stay open late on Saturdays because that is when most people are out and about.