Day 25 of the #AtoZChallenge already, and it is “Yakshagana” for the letter Y. We had an invitation to a Yakshagana performance last year and thoroughly enjoyed it. To say we were mesmerized by the artists would be an understatement. After this troupe performed at Vidur’s school, and he came home…
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Another day in paradise. That Phil Collins’ song has always been a favorite. But then, Phil Collins is one of my all-time favorite artists. I’ve always marveled at how the sound recording on his music is far superior to others. This morning, I was musing on how I tend to assign…
There is never a dearth of happy hours in my life. They can never hide from me – I usually find them by instinct. The week gone by was pretty much fun, what with Vidur being at home, enjoying his study holidays. Did I say enjoy? Yes. In fact, he came…
Right at this moment, we’re celebrating Diwali – the Festival of Lights in India and there’s much revelry everywhere. There are fireworks, sweets, new clothes and a lot of neighborly love to commemorate this day. So let me begin with the story of Diwali (I wrote about it in a Diwali…
Or Thai Pongal, as we Tamilians call it.This is a five day festival with much significance and we celebrate it in a big way. Today also marks the first day of the month “Thai” in the Tamil calendar and there’s a saying which, roughly translated, means “when “thai” is born, solutions…
I wish you all a happy, healthy, safe and prosperous Diwali! Diwali, or Deepavali – the festival of lights. What is the story behind it? Not one, but several. In India, we enjoy a festival every other day/month and each festival is dedicated to a deity. Of these, a major festival…
Happy Independence Day to all! And now, some quick facts about the Indian Flag. I was shocked to find that most people have no idea of what the colors stand for. School children know, of course 🙂 So here goes: Bhagwa or the saffron colour denotes renunciation or disinterestedness. Our leaders…