Of Sundays and Social Isolation

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sunday

My norm on a Sunday is veena classes from 9 to 2.
I start with a Skype lesson with a lovely Vainika in the UK. I get to see her gorgeous family and beautiful Labrador.
Then comes the Little Ones, with their eagerness to show off, giggles and off topic conversations.
The Seniors, a long session, followed by the Ladies.
Now, needing to err on the side of caution, all classes have been cancelled.
Except for my Skype class which we both thoroughly enjoyed.
Working out logistics of holding online classes for students sitting for practical and theory exams.
So here I am, in a red, black and cream soft art silk Saree, ironically gifted by one of my Sunday budding Vainikas. Paired with a cream cotton blouse with gold embroidered flowers.
On my veena as I’d normally be on a Sunday.
Attempting to practise not only music, but
WHO’s recommended guidelines of
Not socially distancing
But instead
Physically distancing
And
Socially connecting.
Reaching out to friends, neighbours, with food, lending a ear, a hand..
(To clearly showcase the saree, the third photo was taken at the end of a long day, a couple of nights ago. Matched with a black cotton lace blouse. I let my hair down – literally).
(Cooked too, but that’s on Foodspeak).