Recently, a course I was teaching had this challenge, “Describe a childhood song that you find memorable from your childhood. Explain how it influenced you and your development.” The chapter showed a mom singing a lullaby to her daughter. This brought back memories of their mothers to a few students who were struggling to maintain … Continue reading ‘Papa Jaldi Aa Jana’ Will Always Be a Lullaby in My Heart
Category: Memories
Diwali Lights: A Tale of Two Worlds
As another Diwali (or Tihar as we Nepali call it) approaches – Laxmi Puja is on Sunday – I find myself enveloped in a blanket of nostalgia, my thoughts meandering through the lanes of my hometown in Nepal. The festival of lights, as joyous and radiant as it is, also casts a shadow of longing … Continue reading Diwali Lights: A Tale of Two Worlds
The Loneliness of Celebration: When Casteism Shadows Dashain
Source: Maicha and Boucha HAPPY DASHAIN! Dashain, for many, conjures images of families reuniting, laughter echoing from rooftops and waging the neighbourhood-friendly war with kites, and the joy of togetherness. Hindus all over the country celebrate Nepal's biggest and longest festival, which stands for the triumph of good over evil. At its heart, it's about … Continue reading The Loneliness of Celebration: When Casteism Shadows Dashain
Embracing the Void: A Tribute to Mom
Today marks four years since my mother passed away. As I performed "Shraddha," it brought back memories of her. The world lost an extraordinary woman. A woman of substance and grace, a symbol of unlimited love and unending endurance. Her leaving left a gap in my life that reverberates throughout my days, reflecting the tremendous … Continue reading Embracing the Void: A Tribute to Mom
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