At 05.45 this morning the solar eclipse passed Nepal. This was celebrated with all the children gathered inside, and after being served hot chocolate and chai in the early morning hour, we sat in a circle celebrating the positive energy flow (Puja - see picure below) and everyone made their own Mandala.
Mandala means circle and originates from the classical Indian cultural language of Sanskrit. Mandalas are often used in meditation and symbolize many things, including our centre, wholeness of self, the universe and its spiralling energies and our connection to the community.
Once the eclipse had passed we put on the Earth Song (a tribute to Michael Jackson) and danced. So lovely.
The rest of the morning I’ve spent with the tailors, trying on various pieces that I’ve had made. Will put up photos as soon as they are ready!
Normally, shopping would not be a part of my travel budget, but in this case I know that the money will be directly invested in the community where I have been living for the past week. An investment I am more than happy to sponsor (ok, so it's also a very good excuse to expand my wardrobe..)
Today is my last day before heading back to India. Although I plan to come back to Nepal with a friend end of September as I really want to do some hiking once the monsoon has passed.
Perhaps also stay longer and get serious with my writing..
Morning chai
Baby Sampo in the arms of everyones "auntie" Rita
Eclipse ceremony (Puja)
Working on personal Mandalas
View from the house after the eclipse
See the great Himalaya range in the distance? Unbelievably impressive
älskade kristina!.. Vilka fina bilder och underbara upplevelser du är med om. Minns själv total solförmörkelse i Sverige 1954.Märkligt och speciellt.Jag ska gärna åta mig 1år sponsorHship för ett faddebarn. Hälsa Dayan att du får i uppdrag att fixa det kram mamma
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