I wish, so much, that we human people did religion "better"--less fear, less guilt, more about the inherent holiness of hospitality, animals, plants, stones, soil, water, walking, dancing, rangolis, lentils. Every dish prepared with care, and every text written with care, as communion. Praise for education, and also for days off school, blessings on the blessed lentils. If only.
I love hearing your voice through your writing, Chandri. Your honest, delightful, warm and thoughtful perspective. The way you share your food, family, memories and experiences. Loving this newsletter. Thank you so much for creating it.
Your article reminds me that most traditional celebrations connect us to the cycle of the year. A fascinating aspect of Diwali is that it is timed at almost the same time as halloween, the time of the year when harvest is over and the soil is going through a restful time, in preparation for spring.
I wish, so much, that we human people did religion "better"--less fear, less guilt, more about the inherent holiness of hospitality, animals, plants, stones, soil, water, walking, dancing, rangolis, lentils. Every dish prepared with care, and every text written with care, as communion. Praise for education, and also for days off school, blessings on the blessed lentils. If only.
I love hearing your voice through your writing, Chandri. Your honest, delightful, warm and thoughtful perspective. The way you share your food, family, memories and experiences. Loving this newsletter. Thank you so much for creating it.
Your article reminds me that most traditional celebrations connect us to the cycle of the year. A fascinating aspect of Diwali is that it is timed at almost the same time as halloween, the time of the year when harvest is over and the soil is going through a restful time, in preparation for spring.