Lakkamma Rising…
A monsoon shower—sudden and intense—hovered over the village like a wet blanket. A primitive well covered with makeshift netting stood in the center of [...]
Lalita’s Masterpiece
She sees her world as a masterpiece of brilliant color, shapes, and curves. In her young mind, her surroundings are a playground, with all [...]
A Triumph of Dreams: The Meaning of High School Graduation in India’s Villages
In the corners of India’s vibrant rural areas, where dusty paths wind through fields and homes are sometimes built with tarps and tin, a quiet [...]
Hope and Courage: One Woman’s Mission to End Sexual Slavery in South Asia
Twenty years ago, Mahima lived trapped in a life of ritual prostitution. It’s a horror too difficult to comprehend. Yes, it is illegal, and [...]
Beyond the Horizon: Leaving a Lasting Legacy of Compassion
Beyond the Horizon: Leaving a Lasting Legacy of Compassion My mother always had a profound sensitivity to the reality of death—an insight shaped by [...]
I “Heart” You, and Other Mushy Valentine’s Thoughts
It’s February. That means winter is on its way out, spring is coming soon, and it’s the season of love. What do you think [...]
When the Need for Food Trumps the Law: Why Young Girls are Forced into Marriage
Child marriage is against the law in India, and the government works hard to prevent it. But sometimes, the need for food trumps the [...]
Shepherd Boys of India: Good News of Great Joy
There is a little boy named Sanju in India who desperately wants to go to school. There is a family in India who hopes [...]