The author shares insights from a recent trip to India with their son, reflecting on their dual homes in India and the Netherlands. They emphasize the importance of cultural immersion in understanding communication beyond language. The son navigates the Indian environment comfortably, enjoying local cuisine and the vibrant sounds, highlighting his own cross-cultural identity.
Tag Archives: belonging
A chat: home, community; all things that matter
“Where is home?” Watch the recording from 37 min onward (or the whole conversation, if you’re really interested 🙂 ) It was wonderful to have been part of this conversation & as you probably know I am truly grateful to MITS&P (MIT Spouses & Partners) for creating this close-knit & safe space for all ofContinue reading “A chat: home, community; all things that matter”
Belonging – community
Until recently I had never heard of the British journalist & author, Julia Baird. Wanting to listen to a non-fiction audio book I stumbled upon Phosphorescence, read by the author herself. In her own words Baird has said: “We write to be able to put our arms around another person.Writing this book has shown meContinue reading “Belonging – community”
Shakti Hannie 