The last nineteen days have been unreal. My father, whom I adored, left the earthly realm. Prayers, legalities, and formalities engulf one, creating a haze of activity that barely touches the numbness within. I find myself an observer, detached and floating through the motions. Leaving Delhi’s oppressive heat, I seek […]
As Mother’s Day approaches, I find myself in a reflective mood, contemplating the profound journey of motherhood and the intricate threads that weave through generations. Now, as a grandmother, I am enchanted by the innocence and wonder of my two-and-a-half-year-old grandson as he explores the world around him. Each mischievous […]
In the heart of a bustling metropolis, where skyscrapers reached for the heavens and the streets thrummed with the rhythm of hurried footsteps, a woman named Leela dwelled. Like a seasoned navigator, she traversed the currents of life’s river, embracing its bends and rapids with unwavering resilience. Though outwardly adorned […]
In the intricate mosaic of our shared existence, woven with threads of oppression and struggle, there resides a collective yearning for liberation—a deep-seated longing to break free from the suffocating chains that bind us to the shadows of our past. As women, we have endured centuries of confinement, relegated to […]
I’m super excited,It’s my first pottery-making class.I just love the studio—Large windows, the sun pouring in,I can hardly wait to begin! The formless clay feels good in my hands.I ply and knead it. I feel its warmth, and I relax. Onto the wheel, the clay goes.The wheel spins. My hands […]
In a world where digital communication reigns supreme, yesterday’s encounter with a team member left me feeling like a relic of a bygone era. “I need you to handle the mailing of these cards, addressing them, and mailing them,” I instructed. To my surprise, her response was unexpected: “You will […]
They playfully dub us “The Old Guard,” as if we’re the guardians of ancient relics rather than just seasoned beings with a penchant for nostalgia. My journey kickstarted in the lively era of the 50s, akin to a lively canvas splashed with dynamic transformations and surprisingly hopeful beginnings. Picture this: […]
In the sacred cocoon of “A Summoning of The Heart to Presence,” I embarked on a journey unplanned yet transformative. As I entered, a mere supporter of a friend’s venture, little did I know that the day would unravel before me, casting a spell that transcended the ordinary. With closed […]
Vulnerability and I are old friends because life has directed me towards it many times without any warning.
A scenic drive took me through rolling hills and quaint towns to Wisdom House, Litchfield, Connecticut. My home for the next three days.