Meeting Moorcroft / Soulons & Worldlines
Can we actually meet people who lived and died decades before us? Being born a Hindu – I could use the idea of ‘atma’ and soul to support the answer … Continue reading
The Magic of Hands
Sharing something I read that sort of explains why our beloved textiles have an irresistible attraction: “Grandma how do you deal with pain?” “With your hands, dear. When you do … Continue reading
A Lesson in Humility
This Pua Kumbu Sungkit (Link) that has just recently arrived to grace my life, reminded me of a personal anecdote that taught me a lesson. Years ago, I saw my … Continue reading
What Do You Believe In
A note about Imaan or Faith or Allegiance. There ought to be at least one thing – an idea, a love, a craft, a nation, a god – just about … Continue reading
Long Live the Spirit of Mumbai!
Pydhonie, Mumbai, April 16, 2019. It is in the midst of the wholesale markets for everything. It is in this area that Dhirubhai Ambani began as a yarn trader. Millions … Continue reading
The one thing I’d like to abolish… Goodbyes
The one thing I’s like to abolish is the “Good-bye” or its milder form – “Farewell”. Friends leaving for other cities where their jobs take them and children leaving for … Continue reading
Love is Blind – Color-Blind | A Lesson in Love & Textile Art
When one studies and examines an object as often as one breathes, it is hard to be blind to its flaws. But yet, with a little insight & imagination, it … Continue reading
Purpose of Life
“For the mystery of human existence lies not in just staying alive, but in finding something to live for. Without a concrete idea of what he is living for, man … Continue reading
Ideology of a Nomadic Life
The general belief is that a nomadic life is a forced choice but on the contrary it is a preferred way of life. Read more…
Quote of the Day or rather Quote of My Life!
“Yeh world hai na world, is mein do tarah ke log hote hai … ek joh saari zindagi ek hi kaam karte rehte hai … aur doosre joh ek hi … Continue reading
The Teachings of Al-Leh, Bal-Leh and Che
At 46 I am still being taught life lessons! I’d thought that as a bright human I already knew it ALL – and so I am shocked and surprised when … Continue reading
Units to measure Life – contemplations on a Birthday
As a teenager I had resolved that birthdays or anniversaries are in themselves useless. A year = a revolution of the earth around the sun. So it is at the … Continue reading
Collectors of Art – 1
In my short journey in collecting that does not span even a decade, I have interacted with several collectors, through forums and personal meetings. The most inspiring person I have … Continue reading
