ritual

New Addresses Country Of Firsts : Finding Ourselves Between The Signs

The experience of relocating to a new country brings a mix of excitement and disorientation, revealing…
This Is How We Thanked The Sun : This Pot Spilled With Promises & Blessings

The narrative reflects on a heartfelt celebration of Pongal, highlighting familial bonds and traditions after years…
This Is The Part No One Photographs : Dots Lines Curves Colors Words

The piece reflects on a personal and solitary creative process, where the act of creating a…
From Tarmac To Turmeric City In Two Days : A Raw Pongal In Erode

The writer reflects on their impending arrival in Erode for the Pongal festival, capturing a blend…
A Dip A Soak : A Love Story

The post celebrates the ritual of enjoying idlis, emphasizing their softness and the accompanying spices and…
The Glow Edition : Desi Fest Vs Diaspora Diwali

The “Glow Edition: Desi Fest Vs Diaspora Diwali” reflects on the celebration of Diwali from childhood…
Ritual Farewell Lasting Keepsakes : Crafting The Final Chapter

As Vijayadashami approaches, the rituals of Navaratri culminate in a heartfelt farewell to cherished items, symbolizing…
My Golu’s Marketplace : Petite Bowls Profound Abundance

“My Golu’s Marketplace” features a festival bazaar where clay figures of a Chettiyar couple oversee a…
Family Padi Family Feed : Stepwise Stories Shared Keepsakes

The narrative reflects on cherished childhood memories of celebrating Navaratri with family, focusing on the tradition…
Add A Doll Add A Memory : Yearly Additions Lasting Moments

This Navaratri, the tradition of adding a new Bommai to the Golu transforms a family altar…
Dumpling Diaries : A Love Story To Ganesha

“Dumpling Diaries: A Love Story to Ganesha” celebrates the sacred tradition of making kozhukattai, a dumpling…
Snack Ancestral Eat Modern : A Power Bowl

The post describes “A Power Bowl: Snack Ancestral Eat Modern,” emphasizing the meditative process of preparing…
Petals & Footsteps : Under Sakura Sky

The narrative reflects on a memorable journey through cherry blossom parks, emphasizing themes of love, reminiscence,…