I wanted to put down a few thoughts before the end of the year and I'm glad I got a chance to do just that. At the eleventh hour, I have managed to snatch some time and write. The month has been a roller coaster with some great experiences and some not so much. Much like the line थोड़े ग़म हैं थोड़ी खुशियाँ.... from the song ये जीवन है ..... I love how soft Kishore's voice sounds in that song.
Taking stock of the year that's drawing to a close, I realized that I did manage to find time to get a few things on my resolutions list addressed.
I read a few classics books, and really enjoyed doing so. I loved the language used in these books and visiting life in another state, country, or culture makes this journey such an enjoyable one.
I watched most of the classics of the celebrated filmmaker Satyajit Ray. I'm so glad I did and with time in hand to savor each one I watched. Introspection after such movies is inevitable and I ended up doing just that. They add such an unique dimension in the kaleidoscope called life.
Some latent hobbies got a chance to peep out for a bit too, whether it was jewelry making, gardening or arts and crafts.
Music, which is a staple in my life, had a good year too. I got to explore a whole new realm of music. Bengali music is as rich as it's cultural heritage. I have only just begun my journey but am proud to say that I have found it to be very rewarding.
Classical music, as always, has given me much joy. To be in a trance listening to some amazing renditions is always a pleasure.
On to the new year...
Taking stock of the year that's drawing to a close, I realized that I did manage to find time to get a few things on my resolutions list addressed.
I read a few classics books, and really enjoyed doing so. I loved the language used in these books and visiting life in another state, country, or culture makes this journey such an enjoyable one.
I watched most of the classics of the celebrated filmmaker Satyajit Ray. I'm so glad I did and with time in hand to savor each one I watched. Introspection after such movies is inevitable and I ended up doing just that. They add such an unique dimension in the kaleidoscope called life.
Some latent hobbies got a chance to peep out for a bit too, whether it was jewelry making, gardening or arts and crafts.
Music, which is a staple in my life, had a good year too. I got to explore a whole new realm of music. Bengali music is as rich as it's cultural heritage. I have only just begun my journey but am proud to say that I have found it to be very rewarding.
Classical music, as always, has given me much joy. To be in a trance listening to some amazing renditions is always a pleasure.
On to the new year...
