The arrival of the holy month of Shravan in India signals
the start of festivals . We have a close knit extended family plus loads of
friends so having a busy and gala time. Not to mention that since my babu is
now six months started introducing outside food, so extra cooking, spit ups ,
clean ups etc etc. August just flew by. Every weekend was filled with outings
or visits to relatives or relatives dropping by.
The first seasons for babu and first festivals too. Janmashtami
was fun. We had celebrations in our complex. Each child was given a pot which
they or in my case the mommy would decorate and the child would then break it (filled
with water and petals) along with the others as part of Dahi Handi
celebrations. This festival marks the birth and childhood of Lord Krishna. I
wanted to dress up my DS as Bal Krishna, but didn’t like any ready made outfits
so fashioned one out of a yellow blouse piece. I felt so proud at the outcome J. A proud mommy. There
was music , snacks , ice creams and loads of fun.
I was tired but had a feeling of achievement as a homemaker
and mom as everyone appreciated the dress I fashioned or as I dished out
impromptu snacks for last minute guests. Sharavan will soon end but festivities
will go on till end of November. So excited and happy.
