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Eat:
Today I attended a post Holi celebration filled with loads of goodies to include the colonel’s original recipe and oh was it finger lickin’ good! The original celebration took place this past Thursday. Being the slightly OCD individual I am , I took cover in the house. Could you imagine me out and about the streets of Delhi being hit with powdered color and water possibly from an unknown source that may stain my hair, skin, and clothes for a period of time (a week or two)? … I then thought, Katrina if you are really going to experience “Incredible India” you must add this to the list and experience life beyond your comfort zone. Thank goodness one of my colleagues hosted a version that I too could enjoy.
Pray:
I continue to be grateful and humbled by the opportunity to live abroad and the support I receive from my family and friends. I pray for continued growth, wholeness, and health in each of your lives.
Love:
I love the meaning of the celebration of Holi – a celebration of the triumph of ‘good’ over ‘bad.’ It is a festival of colors that bridges all social gaps and an opportunity to renew relationships.
Teach:
The video will display Holi through the lens of various photographers and then those of my own. I learned that with organic powder I can transform into Fiona (Shrek) and with good ol’ soap and water not to mention organic color powders, the transition back to normal is almost instantaneous. Now to hoping my clothes transform back to at least a recognizable version minus the availability of Shout, Gain, and/or Oxiclean!
Excerpts from Wikipedia:
One of Holi’s biggest customs is the loosening strictness of social structures, which normally include age, sex, status, and caste. Holi closes the wide gaps between social classes and brings Hindus together. Together, the rich and poor, women and men, enjoy each other’s presence on this joyous day. Additionally, Holi lowers the strictness of social norms. No one expects polite behavior; as a result, the atmosphere is filled with excitement and joy.
Every year, thousands of Hindus participate in the festival Holi. The festival has many purposes. First and foremost, it celebrates the beginning of the new season, spring. It also has a religious purpose, commemorating many events that are present in Hindu mythology. Although it is the least religious holiday, it is probably one of the most exhilarating ones in existence. During this event, participants hold a bonfire, throw colored powder at each other, and celebrate!