Travel. Stories. Poetry.
Meraki is a beautiful Greek word I learnt today. It means to put a piece of yourself into what you’re doing. To do something with soul, creativity, and love. This isn’t about today. It’s about the decade that begins in 2037, when I plan to step away from my current work, into something slower, warmer,... Continue Reading →
People all over the Indian sub continent including the vast diaspora spread across the world celebrate the festivals of Dasara and Diwali with much fervour. These festivals, 21 days apart, are the triumph of good over evil. Festivals of victory and light. Festivals that dawned peace upon the land. But in terms of peace, there... Continue Reading →
Just like a river finding its way to the sea Just like a bird singing at the dawn of spring Just like a thought running miles in mind Just like a woman feeling her upcoming period Just like that You know you are in love when you are in love.
One hot afternoon in the heart of a beautiful equatorial country Kenya, I was strolling around the Nairobi’s Maasai Market admiring the handicrafts. I usually love markets, interacting, and bargaining. But this place made me a little nervous as I don’t speak the native language Swahili. I slowly started engaging myself examining the fabrics and... Continue Reading →
WAR IS UGLY. This is something people don’t realize. It costs lives. It costs resources. It costs somebody their home and somebody their everything. It is ugly. Someday, try getting out of your comfy zone and walk into the war zone. You will realize people living there holding onto this one emotion predominantly in every decision they make. FEAR.
Vineesha Badabhagni 