Onam:

This year its ma first Onam after shifting base to Tripunithura, where Onam is not just another festival but, a feeling.This realisation came in very late after seeing the heavy rush on the streets,people flocking to buy vegetables,flowers and last minute shopping.Though rain dampened some of the Onam spirit, people were still enthusiastic about this once in a year festival.

The day for me started at 4am, beginning with the ritual" poo mattam" [changing flowers].Being the last day,ma self and bro did our very best to design the flower carpet,unfortunately the sudden rain washed away all our efforts.Strange rituals which was another realisation on how ignorant i was on ma culture.Even after 20 years, i still didn't know what were the rituals associated.I don't think its a problem just with me but, a entire culture.Sadhya followed and then a visit to ma grandparent's home.The smiles on peoples faces,their vigour and the coming togetherness for celebrating Onam ,that's the very essence of this festival.