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Aftermath of the Festive Season. – By Noor Rahim Alas! The festive season is now a thing of the past – a month to be precise. However, there remains the anticipated reminder for some; when the bills start rolling in. In a month which is known popularly as “The Bottle Selling Month” in Sri Lankan circles. Now that the festive season has passed by, with most of us having rejoiced and partaken in the festivities that is the traditional way with most of us. The time has come to take stock of our memories and track down the cost of such extravaganzas. Yes! It is a time of giving is what they say; and we (most of us that is) went to the extent of indulging in materialistic expenditure, with spiritual expenditure taking somewhat a back seat. But it is indeed an old tradition of “Gift Exchanging” that we so ...

Dec 27, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Noor Rahim Tagged , , , , , ,
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YULETIDE – By Charmaine Candappa   The season of Christmas has begun and the shops, are full of sales, and beautiful Yuletide décor, leading up to Christmas Day. Store decorations and Christmas items begin their seasonal debut as early as October, and enticing sales are everywhere. The Malls are filled with a variety of seasonal goodies for shoppers, as it is in many countries during this time of the year. Celebrations begin with parties and events at this festive time. Tasting eggnog is part of the traditions that enhance the holidays. As the season of goodwill begins, Christmas wreaths appear on door fronts. At night time the yards of homes are all aglow with Snowman, Santa, and candy cane railings, and Christmas ornaments, the entire house on the outside is decked with twinkling festive lights. Even trees and hedges are artistically wrapped and lit up with colored lights.  The magic ...

Dec 13, 2022 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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The Festive Aura in the Sky – By Noor Rahim One sees the looming aura of the Festive season on the horizon Bringing the message of Peace, Harmony and Goodwill among humans For no matter what Faith you follow; its’ sure to rekindle and awaken The message of peace, harmony & goodness; which is a given   The smooth and harmonious carols and seasonal music that herald the season Lulls you to that feeling of compassion, longing and anticipation And your mind does revert to Family, Kith & Kin; and Friends As you listen and reminisce you soon leave behind the woes behind   It reminds and cements your universal feeling of giving and togetherness A time of reminiscing and perpetuating good thoughts, wishes and feelings And sincere prayers that everyone may receive the Good Lords’ Blessings Regardless of a persons’ caste, creed or religion   In the furore of ...

Dec 3, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Noor Rahim Tagged , , , , ,
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