I arrived at my daughter’s house just yesterday, weary from the long journey back from India. Spring had technically arrived, but winter still lingered in the air like an old memory—not quite ready to let go. It was close to 6 PM, and the sun had begun its slow descent, casting long shadows across the […]
Tag: Winters
Cultural Significance of Lohri, a Grand Indian Festival.
Lohri, a grand festival celebrated predominantly in North India, holds its roots firmly in the vibrant culture of Punjab, but its joyous embrace extends to Delhi, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh, where people revel in the festivities with equal vigor. In North India, Hindus, Sikhs, Christians and Muslims celebrate Lohri alike making it a very secular […]
Beating the Winters with Cocktails and Brew.
Surviving winter is serious business, but who says you can’t have a chuckle while doing it? For those embracing spirits, our Hot Toddy is the liquid equivalent of a cozy blanket—Brandy, honey, and lemon juice having a party in your mug, with a cinnamon stick for that extra flair. Winter Spice Punch? Because sometimes, even […]
Flamevine.
Orange jewels ablaze, Against a weathered wall, Sun-kissed faces smiling, Through winters gentle squall. flowers in the picture are a type Pyrostegia venusta, also commonly known as flamevine or orange trumpet vine, is a plant species of the genus Pyrostegia of the family Bignoniaceae originally native to southern Brazil, Bolivia, northeastern Argentina and Paraguay; today, […]
Beating the Winters Indian Style…
Romance in Winters, At the Gate of a Residential Colony. Beating the Winters with Fire, A fierce passion, See it in the eyes of boy and the girl. A labour pair working in the colony, They have no heating arrangements in their hut. During the work break, Enjoying the warmth of the fire, And their […]