Yesterday evening in Cochin we were introduced to their traditional Kathakali dance. Male dancers perform all of the characters wearing makeup that can take up to two hours to apply (and only ten minutes to remove). Key to Kathakali are both facial expression and intricate hand movements. We learned that there are many expressions for anger and love yet only one express for serenity. That is an interesting comparison which probably contains a life lesson I am just beginning to ponder.
Most of today was spent ascending the ghats to the Nilgiris Hills which we will explore tomorrow. That said we enjoyed a very tasty dosa for lunch as well as a visit to an Indian sweet shop. Dad purchased ladoo--the treat Gpa Homewood handed out the day he was born. Loving Life. You are Always in my Prayer. Love Mom.
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Matt Ms. H's class
1/13/2016 06:18:19 am
How many people are in a kathalali dance
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Matt
1/14/2016 09:26:24 am
Thank you
Adam from Ms Heenans class
1/13/2016 06:19:12 am
What is the time difference
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Max miss H 7/8
1/13/2016 06:20:52 am
What kinds of food are you eating. How is the food.
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The other, other, Mrs. H
1/14/2016 06:43:49 am
1. Do you have a video of the dancing?
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Welcome to India Mrs. H's class
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