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Sailor’s Girl – My Journey and a Call to Seafarers' Wives

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Hello, I’m Laxmi Todiwan, founder of Indian Women in Hospitality, a professor, author and passionate storyteller. Earlier, I have had the privilege of sharing the inspiring stories of women in the hospitality industry on my website www.theiwh.com  , which are also beautifully documented in my book ‘Illuminating Her Way: Indian Women in Hospitality’. Now, I want to turn my focus to another incredibly important and close to my heart aspect of my life - being a sailor queen. This new chapter is about shining a light on the resilient women married to seafarers, exploring their uncharted stories, challenges, and triumphs and creating a platform where their voices can be heard and celebrated. Married to a Master Mariner, I’ve spent years navigating the unique world of life at sea and the women who stand silently strong on land, waiting and managing life’s challenges. My own experiences have shown me how these women embody resilience, patience and unwavering love, often living in t...