I am now one of the bloggers at How Do You Do It?, a blog for MoM's (Mum's of Multiples), written by MoM's. This is my first update (written a couple of weeks ago in Samui). I found the site when I moved back to Chengdu with L and R. They were 5 months old. … Continue reading How Do You Do It?
Author: natasha devalia
Author Poetry and Art books: ‘Tears and Grape Seeds’ 2025, ‘one touch of the rope’, 2024 and ‘Unseen Veins’, 2023
Zambian of South Asian descent, living in Thailand.
I write poetry, perform, and I’m currently an MFA (painting) student. The themes of my art whether expressed through movement, poetry, painting or as interdisciplinary forms include identity, belonging, mental health and family life.
Raksha bandan – bond of protection
When I lived in Zambia my family celebrated Raksha Bandan, a North Indian festival that honours the love between sisters' and brothers'. It falls on a full moon in August every year. My parents, aunts and uncles took a day off work, we a day off school. We dressed in traditional Indian clothes and jewelery, … Continue reading Raksha bandan – bond of protection
That friend
Do you have that friend, who no matter what you do, is better at it than you? She has been in China half as long as me. She speaks and writes Chinese fluently. Mine has regressed to the point where I ask our ayi (nanny) to "Please help me find the thing that is next … Continue reading That friend
Dear Dr. Seuss,
...Today's like every other Chengdu day. "Guys, should we go for a walk, around the block today? Oh dear! It might rain, the clouds are so grey. But hey, isn't it like this here every day?" Ten minutes into our walk, long, heavy drops landed. R was asleep. I peaked. We had the rain cover. … Continue reading Dear Dr. Seuss,
(No) Word Wednesday (via Peaches & Curry)
Reblogged on Thursday. Thanks for this beautiful photo dedication Sharath! A tree among others. *For Natasha, the awesome yoga mamma! … Read More via Peaches & Curry
Starring Harold in “Yoga for wine-lovers”
Listen to them
This morning at practice (still at Yoga Thailand) I overheard one of the teachers say, "If you listen to them, they'll listen to you." The woman on the mat next to mine jokingly complained that her feet don't listen: her toes refuse to spread, arches won't lift, and when she wants her heels to move, … Continue reading Listen to them
Pink shoes and a flower
by Hedvig
Missing Ms. Mia
We met Mia in London a couple of months ago. She made a lasting impression on L and R. They talk about her all the time. Mia is Patricia and Oivind's little girl. Almost one, and walking. L and R, played with her about three times when her parents came over. According to her mum on … Continue reading Missing Ms. Mia
Yoga and coconuts in Samui
Our week in Samui is zooming, blue skies, sunshine, and swims in the sea. Lots of yoga and coconuts. Maher drives us to Yoga Thailand every morning. I practice while he plays with the children in the "Kids club." Sean and Dylan's out-grown toys and mini playground are more than enough to keep L and … Continue reading Yoga and coconuts in Samui
Natasha Devalia 