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Happy Navratri!

By Vidya Sury on October 3, 2011
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I wish everyone a Happy Navratri! May this festival bring you joy, peace, health and happiness.
(Prosperity will follow, believe me!)

When I was young, we had the family tradition of displaying dolls during these nine days of Navratri in my grandmother’s house. Ah, what fun those days were. We would eager wait for the evening to visit the various homes that had invited us dressed in our best clothes. Pure silk pattu pavadais or full-skirts, wearing Jhimikis as earrings, jasmine in our hair and bangles tinkling on our wrists.  Looking forward to the variety of sundals.

And here is a picture of a Bommai Golu (dolls display). We had something similar to this:

Vibrant collection of traditional Hindu deity figurines, showcasing Indian religious culture.
Photo by Kamakshi on Pexels

Have a wonderful Dussera, everyone!


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Vidya Sury
Vidya Sury

Hi! I’m Vidya Sury. I am a writer, editor, and the voice behind Collecting Smiles. Here, I share practical mindfulness guides, personal essays, and book reviews designed to bring calm and joy to your everyday life. Brand collaborations and creative partnerships are always welcome—let's connect!

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5 Comments

  1. traci's mixed bag traci's mixed bag October 7, 2011

    I absolutely love Indian style and culture. This tradition sounds fascinating.

  2. Vidya Sury Vidya Sury October 7, 2011

    Thanks Traci! You must visit some time.

  3. traci's mixed bag traci's mixed bag October 7, 2011

    It is my hope to one day visit your fine country. I know there’s so much more that defines your country but I love Bollywood movies.

  4. Vidya Sury Vidya Sury October 7, 2011

    Me too, Traci. Big movie buff. Well, you know where you can stay in Bangalore. 🙂 Chez moi.

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