Sidewalk Stories
Tandava
Some Idiosyncratic, Feminist Musings About Ayyappa
Ayyappa is the half-brother of Ganesha and Subramanyam. Ganesha and Subramanyam’s mother is Siva’s wife Parvati. Ayyappa’s mother is Siva’s brother Vishnu while he was the woman Mohini. Even in the glossed over versions that don’t get into what a… (READ MORE)
On the Way to William Penn House for Tuesday Night Yoga Practice (and State of the Union)
I tried to take a picture of the brief snow flurries that greeted us on the way home, but they were too sparse to be photogenic. The sounds of helicopters circling, too, defied documentation. We offered our loving best energy… (READ MORE)
Found Quotations
New Year’s Walkabout
Signs Around Town
Whatever your situation this holiday season, may there still be a blessing or many of one form or another.
Signs Around Town (and Prachurya)
May whatever you receive this holiday season feel like an abundance. Gratitude to all of you, friends.
Statuary Around Town (and Merry Christmas)
Visiting Friends at the Freer and the Sackler Before They Close for Renovation
On the first day of my staycation, I slept late, joined a good friend for a big bowl of spicy noodle soup for lunch, went to the Freer and the Sackler, and then to see the Star Wars movie. I… (READ MORE)