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Remembering Devkumar Vaidya: A Child at Heart, a Gentle Giant in Spirit
On November 10th, we lost a dear soul—Devkumar Vaidya, or simply, Devkumar to most, but to me alone, he was affectionately known as Papi. At 59, he left this world, but his impact, like his laughter, will echo in the hearts of everyone he touched. Devkumar often said he was born with a golden spoon,…
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The Sound of Diwali: A Musical Morning with the Garuds, Celebrating Tradition and Togetherness
This past weekend, I had the joy of attending the annual Diwali Pahat celebration at Prashant and Sheetal Garud’s home. While it was my fourth year participating, Prashant and Sheetal have been hosting this unique Diwali morning gathering for eight years now. Over time, this event has grown from a simple get-together into a cherished…
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A Breath of Finland: The Eternal Yoga Retreat
Finland is like stepping into a calm, never-ending yoga retreat where stress just doesn’t exist. An old lady at a farmers’ market captured it perfectly when she handed me a basket of vibrant red berries and said, “I don’t have time to think. Thinking too much brings stress!” And you know what? She was absolutely…
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Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: The Indian Heart of a Colombian Couple
I recently came across a couple on a video logger’s episode from Mexico, and their story instantly fascinated me, especially because they were from Colombia. Their names are Vegavandas and Suchi, Colombians by birth. Curious to learn more, I managed to contact them and invited them to participate in the Durga Puja event in Bogotá.…
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Durga Puja in Bogotá: A Celebration of Cultures
Yes, you read that right—Durga Puja, right in the heart of Bogotá! Nestled high in the Andean mountains, Bogotá is a city that can surprise you with all four seasons in a single day. With its stunning mountain vistas, vibrant streets, and a culinary scene that spans from traditional arepas to exotic fruit juices, the…