Ghatotkacha by Unknown. The story of Bhima and Hidimba actually made me feel a bit different compared to all the love stories from the Indian Epics. I wanted to focus on more of the emotional aspect of the couple and decided to write it up! This felt different. He felt different. The large family, in the tattered garment and heavy eyelids, took a seat under the tallest tree in my forest. Four of them looked like they were teetering on sleep as they settled into the lush grass. "Be careful, dear. You are more than just strength. Wake up when trouble comes," said the older woman before curling up, her sleep overcoming her before she could have a word against it. Four of the five men with her followed her suit. Yet the largest man, with full arms and strong legs, seemed unphased. He looke
House of Fire by unknown. Part B of the Mahabharata was very much focused on family and the sacrifices that family members make. Compared to be Part A, this part was much easier to understand since the names and characters were all clear. They also had fewer characters, I think, than Part A so it was easier to process and enjoy. I used the stories based on the public domain of the Mahabharata. The first story I'd like to focus on is called "House of Fire" . I really enjoyed this story, probably more than I expected. The descriptions of the house touched something in my heart and I'm not quite sure why. The picture I got in my head of beautiful tapestry soaked in oil reminded me parts of childhood. I think the picture that was included was also helpful in conceptualizing exactly how the family escaped. Instead of the idea of miracles helping characters escape, this story was more based around logic and escaping the palace in a strategic way. I also got a