Customs
VISUAL: The Real Cinco de Mayo
If you went up to someone having lunch and asked them what Cinco de Mayo meant, I am sure they would tell you it is Mexico’s independence day. Many people tend to believe it is about Mexico’s independence, when instead […]
celebrating Mother’s Day in a country other than your passport country
Mother’s Day is celebrated in 40 countries around the world. In every country, this day is celebrated solely for the purpose of honoring and giving appreciation to their mothers. However, it is surprisingly celebrated differently in most of these countries. […]
Celebrating Women Leaders in the Global Network
For the past 100 years, International Women’s Day has been celebrated on March 8th in the UK, US, and Australia. Many other nations including Russia, Moldova and Denmark acknowledge women’s influence and importance on March 19th. Regardless of the date, […]
The global perspective of turning 21: Coming of Age Rituals
More often than not, the day starts with excitement and smiles, but ends in blurred memories and one gigantic headache. Why yes, I am describing the 21st birthday of the average, American young adult. For young men and women in […]
Musings Abroad-My Life in Spain: A Spanish Christmas Tradition
Each year, the Lotería de Navidad has a touching story to share under its slogan “El mayor premio es compartirlo” (The best prize is to share it). This 2015, its annual story came in a form different than its past ones: […]
Musings Abroad-my Life in Spain: Encounters with Culture Shock
To-Do List: Acquire the ability to sleep anywhere (use fellow passengers as reference) Arrive safely in Spain Somehow, despite my skepticism, both came true. I could almost hear my own surprise as I called my family. Yes, I’m safe. I […]
Trini Girl In London…Carnival Sunday – Chocolate Mas
I’m excited! I am up even before my alarm. I’m excited even though I have a cold. I’m all showered and ready to go. Doing some cutting and customising of my t-shirt. For this type of mas, it customary to […]
PART I: Marijuana as a Spiritual Tool
A deeper look into the use of substances in spiritual practice today. How would it feel to be born again? If you had the chance to fade back into the darkness of your mother’s womb, and to experience every human […]