ABOUT ME



Loneliness is one of the strongest and most prevalent of emotions for a writer. I love people, but I prefer my own private life also. For me loneliness is rich.... being alone, you don't have to negotiate with anything else, but just yourself. So, while minding the mind, writing comes naturally... I write, whatever comes to my mind, so my blog offers an aromatic portrait of my reflective mind...

I also enjoy reading, cooking, traveling, socializing...

I have done M.Phil in Existentialism from Delhi University. Have also done Masters (alankar) in Hindustani Classical (vocal) music from Gandharva Maha Vidyalaya. I was a disciple of Pandit. Vinay Chandra Maudgalya, a renowned classical musician from the Gwalior gharana. I have given a few solo-recitals in TV and AIR during my younger days...

Last, but not least---I am a proud home-maker, a Mom, a Mom-in-law....also a mother of canines, cockatiels and fish...

18 comments:

  1. Panchali this sad poem impelled me to know more about you.It was nice to learn what you have chosen to share.

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    1. Indu, I never realized that you were posting comments here! Sorry about the delayed revert.
      I am glad I met someone like you here, who is so caring and loving.. A big hug from me for being what you are!!:)))
      The poem is not a personal account. With God's grace..am happy in life with a loving retired hubby and a caring daughter and a son-in-law. Touch Wood!
      Actually,I was associated with ASHA & ACE-- Action for Community Empowerment till recently. Both the organisations work for the neglected women by providing relief, rehabilitation, social protection. While working with them, I saw some ghastly faces of human lives..!! How I wish I had the power to free all those women from the clutches of depressions!Whenever I sit to write, all those faces haunt me...and I get stupidly emotional...:)
      Thanks so much Indu for being here. You are a true psychologist and a precious one at that...:)))hugzz

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  2. Now look at this-it is your style that i have always aspired for-that i could express myself as well as you do.You are really great!

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    1. Thank you, my dear :)) Writing and rewriting are a constant search to find what it is that the mind is saying...no wonder you are a psychologist. I can see you have some uncontrollable interest in the human mind. And this proves how good you are in your profession as well. Kudos..I am enjoying reading your series... they bring out the priceless messages!Keep them flowing...
      Are you not in face book, Indu..? Have been looking for you...:D

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  3. I enjoyed reading this 'about me' page, Panchali. You are a person of diverse talents and experiences..... Ha, and, of course, I noticed that you TOO have dogs. Smiles. I will be following your blog, as I really DO enjoy your writing.

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    1. Sorry about the delayed revert. I didn't see these comments..:((
      Thanks for your kind words, Mary. To win a kind of compliment from you has made my day... I wait too eagerly for you to come and read me, you know!I hope I come up to your expectations..always :))
      Yes, at one point of time I had five dogs, now I'm left with one only. And he's wonderful...:)Thanks Mary, for the encouragement and the follow !l:D

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  4. Hindustani music also? Wow!!
    Now lemme go find out what existentialism is. :) And you -- have a nice weekend, Panchali di.

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    1. Divya!! My apologies for the late revert...please don't get peeved. I didn't notice the comments. Sorry...did you find out what existentialism is all about--it interesting!!:D
      Thanks re...

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    1. Akshay..I saw your message with other messages just now. Goodness, so many comments are waiting here!!...It's late now, shall surely check out the link tomorrow and get myself registered.
      Thanks for the info.

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    2. Done...this is an interesting site, Akshay. Thanks for the info!

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  6. Panchali Ma'am.. didn't know where else to post this - I loooooooooooooovvvvvveeeeeddddddd your interview on Poets United. I got to learn so much more about you. You are so talented in so many fields of artistry - literature, music and even cooking!

    My admiration for you, both as a poet and as a person, keeps on growing. There is so much to learn from you Ma'am! Since I live in Siliguri, I would like to look you up the next time I come to Kolkatta, if you don't mind spending some time with me. I would greatly cherish and treasure the opportunity to meet you personally.

    Congratulations on your well-deserved recognition on the prestigious international platform of Poets United.

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    1. Thank you so much, Mixi for taking the time to go through the interview. I adore you and your work, so your comment on that page floored me completely! Thank you from the bottom of my heart, sweetheart.

      I would LOVE to meet you, mixi. Siliguri is not far, I know. Next time when you're here, do give me a buzz. We shall certainly meet and spend some quality time together! Fantastic idea...can't wait to see you!!!!!!!Btw, when are you planning to come..aah, anxiously waiting now..!:D
      PS--Are you not in face book?? Please connect.

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  7. Glad you visited my blog. My story, Shadows of the Past, is a story of love and loss, and past lives and reincarnation.

    At Works, on my page, you can read 3 of my poems that were selected and published in a collection of contemporary poems in English. The 2 volumes appeared in India!

    My poems are thoughts on life and pastels!
    Would you do me the honor and join my blog, too?
    Carmen

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  8. Thank you for joining my page!
    I read several poems displayed here on your blog. I am impressed. Thought- provoking lines.
    Best regards,
    Carmen

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  9. Hi
    Your blog is really good. Can you please share your e mail ID.

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  10. I am having trouble subscribing to your blog. Will you help me? I don't want to miss any more posts! My email is: night.prose@gmail.com

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  11. I cannot seem to get email subscription. I miss your posts. Can you help with this?

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