Now I understand why the Defence Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman makes it a point to be a part of the annual pickle-making ritual at home..... though it's no rocket science (missile or rifle science in her case 
), lot of patience, procedure and age-old technique are incorporated into many such traditions and customs by our elders. They can only be understood and appreciated by acquiring them from the previous generations and performing them under their guidance. This goes a long way into building humility, inclusive thinking, eye to minute detail and the most important quality of learning from small things in life!! Getting in touch with the roots also keeps the thoughts grounded and makes the re-connecting time so delightful and memorable!!
), lot of patience, procedure and age-old technique are incorporated into many such traditions and customs by our elders. They can only be understood and appreciated by acquiring them from the previous generations and performing them under their guidance. This goes a long way into building humility, inclusive thinking, eye to minute detail and the most important quality of learning from small things in life!! Getting in touch with the roots also keeps the thoughts grounded and makes the re-connecting time so delightful and memorable!!
Though I am nowhere near her, my little achievement of making turmeric powder from the dried stems helped me realize this and the credit totally goes to my guru, the youngest co-sister Haritha!! She makes the tradition seem cool and functional even during the present times!! No doubt, growing up with the grandparents has been a great way of integrating positive living into her life!!
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