Sending Good Vibes

Hellooooooooo!

How have you been?

Right now, I’m in Patna, writing this with a thekua in one hand and soaking in two days of pure joy.

I’ve got a train to catch in 40 minutes (as this reaches your inbox), so I’ll keep it brief.

As a child, I experienced Chhath Puja at my Nani’s house and saw neighbors celebrating it in Mau, my hometown.

But here in Bihar, it’s called Mahaparv for a reason. This year, I finally got to witness it firsthand.

A close friend from Bihar invited me to join, and  It was heartwarming to see everyone so involved (not because they have to, but because they want to).

His family was one of the kindest I’ve ever met! I even helped make thekua,  showed my artistic skills, and took a much-needed break from work.

For those who might not know, Chhath Puja involves fasting for three days (without water!). It is a celebration of faith, gratitude, and devotion to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, seeking blessings for health and prosperity for loved ones.

The resilience, faith, and love I saw were awe-inspiring.

Sending loads of positive energy and blessings your way. May we all thrive and achieve our dreams, and may every mother’s wishes come true.

Next week, I’ll be back with work updates, challenge recaps, and a renewed spirit to give it our all. Reply to this email to claim your thekuas!

See you next Friday!

Love,

Nikita