Sai Srinivasa Fancy & Ganeral Stores

I opened this shop at D.No:5-6-29/2 in Chittinagar because I wanted a place that sold a bit of everything. We call it Sai Srinivasa Fancy & Ganeral Stores. It is a mix of things you need for the house and things like bangles, hair clips, and bindis for the ladies. I like the variety because it keeps the day interesting. One minute I am selling a bag of salt, and the next I am helping someone pick out the right shade of thread for their sewing. The shop is in Vijayawada, so the summers are really tough, and I have a small table fan that works hard all day. I have some mirrors on the wall for the fancy items, and I spend time keeping them clean so they sparkle. The floor is made of old stone, and it’s seen a lot of people walk across it over the years. I don’t have any fancy signs or advertisements; people just know we are here. I get my stock from the wholesale market once a week, and it’s always a struggle to find space for the new boxes. The street outside is narrow, so it gets crowded when the school buses go by. I sit near the door to catch whatever breeze I can and watch the neighborhood go about its business. It’s a quiet way to earn a living, but I’ve lived here a long time and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else.