Happy Navarathri - Sarva Mangala Maangalye..
Navarathri 2015 in Boston area was as colorful and festive as it always has been. From displays of colorful dolls and dioramas on a set of odd numbered steps (Kolus) to belting out the different songs (devi krithis) in honor of the nine Devi goddesses to step dancing using colorful sticks (dandia or Garba raas) - Navarathri in Boston is abuzz and replete with traditions. Visiting several homes for Golus and Haldi-kumkum is a sweet tradition that the Indian Hindu community tries to follow so our traditions do get passed on to the younger generation even if it gets diluted. I had the pleasure of attending a soulful concert by Pt. Sanjeev Abhyankar in Spring. I have been an avid follower of his music, and it's really generous of him to provide downloadable access to many of his compositions as well. A pristine moment for me, sharing a click with Pt. Sanjeev AbhyankarJi. A down to earth person, truly dedicated to music, and delivers it with so much soul and bhaav o...