FIlling In For The High Priestess

Thrice this month and loving every moment of it... People say be careful what you wish for; whilst this may so often be true, therein lies the problem that strings along so many adages alike, its subjectivity. If there is one thing I've not been careful wishing for, it is dance, and boy am I glad I was not! Undeniably pushing me to the limits, undesirably putting my every capability to the test, odissi has been so far my greatest challenge and a blessing beyond words.

That being said, I deviate to my current state of affairs. The 'pedestal' is temporarily devoid of its High Priest and Priestess. Yes, the couple took to manifestation their long anticipated holidays to the Holy Lands. As I type they would probably be journeying backwaters, learning basic yoga and unwinding with relaxing Ayurvedic massages in the state that boasts the origin of not one but two Indian classical dances. No other state in India has such a privilege. I am truly happy for them as this has been one of my mother's dream come true in a long long time.

Kathakali (danced by only men) left, Mohiniattam (danced by only women) right. Picture courtesy of The Hindu.

Hdaran: So after appa gets his retirement money you both can go jet-setting around the world la!
High Priestess: Your appa ah??? *shrugs* He where got time, he can play game on the computer and sit on his throne reading the newspapers but got no time to take me anywhere. Pigs will fly if he does organise something for me...
High Priest: SHADDAP YOU!!!
High Priestess: Please la, no need to jet-set around the world, ask him to take me somewhere in Malaysia...
High Priest: PODI!!!
Hdaran: *rolls eyes* Yes, yes, glad I asked you anything....

With the proper lady of the home on sabbatical for the time being, I have taken over that role. Washing, scrubbing, arranging, dusting, driving to and fro to the island all while still making it in time for dance classes and keeping tabs about what I put in my mouth (no need to go carnal extents). Feels empowering! That I am capable of so much in a day and still get up early next morning full of energy. Tapping into my inner Martha Stewart!

*claps to dust of hands*

Stellar performance!!

And all in a days work!!!