Hello lovely peeps,
I can't believe it's nearly Christmas and the end of the year! Time flies so fast. Well, time flies when you enjoy yourself so that is not a bad thing. I do enjoy life and I have a lot to be thankful for.
Let me show you my postcard. After all this is what my blog is all about:
I would call this a Maxi-card as it has a stamp on the front of the card which relates to the main image on the card.
The card shows famous images of Gandhi and a mention of Martyr's Day:
Martyrs’ Day is commemorated in India on January 30 to mark the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
I found information on a website called Byju's Exam Prep:
Death of Mahatma Gandhi:
Gandhi was assassinated on 30 January 1948 by Nathuram Godse and his death was followed by epic public outpourings of grief.
This day marks the saddest day in the history of India’s Independence Struggle.
The Martyrs’ Day is observed on January 30 every year to remember Mahatma Gandhi’s contribution to India and his sacrifices during the freedom struggle.
At his daily prayer meeting on the evening of 30 January, Gandhiji was shot dead by a young man, Nathuram Godse.
Godse killed Gandhi because he disagreed with Gandhiji’s conviction that Hindus and Muslims should live together in harmony.
Godse was a native of Pune.
He was an editor of an extremist Hindu newspaper.
In front of a hug gathering, Godse shot Gandhi three times.
The coloured stamp:
100 Years of First Visit of Mahatma Gandhi to Odisha was celebrated on 23rd March 2021. 23rd March was the turning point in the History of Odisha. The visit of Mahatma Gandhi to Odisha practically boosted the Non Co-operation movement and supported the freedom of India. The visit of Mahatma Gandhi awakened the people of Odisha from inactivity and showed a direction to them to do something the life. It also motivated to participate in the national movement and serve the poor people Mahatma.
The stamp on the address side of the postcard:
From a sheet with 16 hand fans:
That same philately website writes:
Appliqué is ornamental needlework in which pieces of fabric in different shapes and patterns are sewn or stuck onto a larger piece to form a picture or pattern. It is an antique old hand fan from Rajasthan sporting colourful frills and handles missing this old rare fan. The origin of hand fans can be traced as far back as 4000 years ago in Egypt. The fan was seen as a sacred instrument used in religious ceremonies and was also seen as a symbol of power even in its early forms. The history of Indian Hand Fans is traced to ancient times for use in temples to fan deities, as well as in royal courts and households. Department of Posts releases commemorative postage Stamps (Miniature Sheet) on the following 16 Indian Hand Fans.
As you know my little Frankie died last weekend, but I have another cat already. This time an adult cat called Roneo (but I call him Ronnie)
My friend Isa needed to get rid of him as she is pregnant and can't empty the litter tray. (That's because cats can have an infection called toxoplasmosis).
Ronnie is a quiet indoor ginger cat and he's very affectionate.
I was invited for a Dutch celebration called Sinterklaas. In the Netherlands children get their presents on the 5th of December on the eve of St Nicholas.
There were lots of children and of course we had a lovely meal with tortillas (in the brown pot) and lots of fillings and sauces.
Then we (tried to ) open the presents but it was rather chaos with so many little ones. But it was fun.
In my village the council has put up the Christmas decorations. They are really lovely this year. Here are a few:
The above two are in the little park behind my house, but the photo below was taken in front of the council building
Today is T-Day! The T-Party is hosted by Elizabeth and Bluebeard. Elizabeth has been poorly with a painful hand in a sling. I hope it's much better now Elizabeth.
But anyway, my entry to the T-Party are the drinks on the table.
Happy T-Day all!
Hugs,
Lisca
7 comments:
That is fascinating about Ghandi. I didn't know he was assassinated. I really don't know much about him, obviously. I'm glad Ronnie is settling in. Except that my Leo had a brown spot on his nose, they look like identical twins. And lovely decorations in the town. PLus you holiday get together looks fun, especially with all the kids. Have a super T day and week ahead Lisca. hugs-Erika
Thank you for this companionable and informative post. Happy Christmas to you and aloha
Sad with Gandhiji and the reason for his death.
Last year we had a Christmas Brunch. Next to me a Jewish and a Muslim colleague (none of them celebrate Christmas, actaully) - happily talking about food traditions.
Ronnie looks very handsome.
Still need to go to the city but the weather is so icky here - a joy to see your decorations! Hugs and Happy T-Day
The new kitty is beautiful! And I love the Christmas lights. Happy T Day!
The Gamdhi postcard is my avourite of all time, great! Sinterklaas looks like a lot of fun, I went to a celebration some years back with my cousin who lives in Arnhem, Holland. Love your new cat, too, he'e gorgeous- Hugs, Valerie
Like Erika, I know next to nothing about Gandhi. How sad he was murdered.
Your new cat is adorable. Seems unafraid of the camera, too. Are mine the only ones who hide when I bring out the camera?
Believe it or not, I have actually heard of Sinterklaas. Looks like controlled chaos to me (grin). Looks like the children had fun.
Your meal looks delicious and you certainly had plenty of wine and water for the event.
What lovely Christmas decorations. Thanks for sharing your postcard, new cat, Sinterklaas, and decorations around your town with us for T this Tuesday,. dear Lisca.
Lisca so sorry to hear that Little Frankie crossed the rainbow bridge. You gave her a beautiful life in the short time you had her. The Sinterklaas celebration looks like it was lots of fun. The village holiday decorations are gorgeous. My favorite is the star. Welcome to your handsome Ronnie. Happy T Day
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