The Pagam holiday calendar for 2022 includes a list of public holidays and significant events celebrated by the Pagam community. The Pagam people, also known as the Kuki people, are an indigenous community living in Northeast India and parts of Myanmar and Bangladesh. The calendar begins with New Year's Day on January 1st, which is a public holiday celebrated by people of all communities. This is followed by Makar Sankranti on January 14th, which marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn. It is a harvest festival celebrated with great enthusiasm. The festival of Holi, which celebrates the arrival of spring, falls on March 17th.
Aunt Jet Owens : And this is what comes from dabbling; I mean you can't practice witchcraft while you look down your nose at it.
Selling their shop and apartment, they moved to their ancestral home and worked alongside each other as the Owens witches, selling spells for the local women. Isabelle took in her and her siblings for her parents funeral at the family cemetery, where Jet attempted to act normal upon reuniting with April and meeting her infant daughter, Regina.
The festival of Holi, which celebrates the arrival of spring, falls on March 17th. People throw colored powders and water at each other, creating a vibrant and joyous atmosphere. Good Friday, observed on April 15th, commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is an important Christian holiday.
The PRACTICAL MAGIC Aunts Are the Perfect Spinster Role Models
Once upon a time, I was a little girl surrounded by eccentric single women. My paternal grandmother got divorced before I was born, and two of her sisters were spinsters as well. I lost my mother quite young, and so my extended relatives raised me and my younger sister. I loved and appreciated all of their efforts, but now—as a grown woman reflecting—I miss those kooky single aunts most of all.
Together, we got into trouble. They encouraged dessert eating at odd hours, loud outerwear, and pranks played on unsuspecting bystanders. (We once put whoopee cushions under seats at a movie theater and cackled at the chorus of toots as the lights went down.) Halloween was holier than Christmas. One aunt taught me the trick to her vitality: She wore a mask and went trick-or-treating every October 31st. She was in her 50s.
They are all long gone, but I am reminded of them every time I revisit Practical Magic, one of my favorite movies. (Based on the novel of the same name by Alice Hoffman.) My trick-or-treating Aunt Nancy showed me the film at a young age, and it left an indelible mark. The beautiful East Coast home near the water. Black cats slinking through ankles. That gorgeous kitchen and adjoining greenhouse where potions bubbled to life and midnight margaritas overflowed. As a kid, I loved the story of Sally (Sandra Bullock) and Gillian (Nicole Kidman), two orphaned sisters who move in with their aunts and reconcile with the fact that they’re witches. It was the ultimate fantasy. I, too, was lacking my real parents. And I, too, dreamed of secret generational promises. I wanted so desperately to be a witch.
But these days, I watch Practical Magic through a different set of eyes. These days, I see myself in the aunts most of all. Jet (Dianne Wiest) and Frances (Stockard Channing) take the girls into their home, that aforementioned East Coast home that is alive with imagination. It is light and majestic and surrounded by nature. The aunts live out an idyllic life in their home, casting spells for local women, making potions in the greenhouse, drinking wine, and eating cake on the lawn. And best of all, there are no men in sight.
I never had “normal” aspirations as a child. Never dreamed of my wedding day. Had no interest in being a mother. As I grow older, I’m at times insecure that I’m in my 30s and single and childless. But it’s not that I haven’t met “the one” or that I’m awkward and uncomfortable in romantic situations. On the contrary, I’ve had many relationships and romances. But I never felt compelled to make them last. I’m simply uninterested in that, and always have been. I prefer my own company and schedule. And that shouldn’t be “odd” or “bad” or “abnormal.” It’s simply who I am and what I like, and I’d like to be respected for my choices the same way I respect and love my married friends.
Still, I feel insecure when I explain my age and living situation to strangers. I wish I didn’t, but it’s the reality of navigating life as a single woman of a certain age in this society. That’s why I love Practical Magic a little extra. Because it provides a solid example of older single women living a fabulous and fulfilling life. Jet and Frances have family and love all around them. They travel with their coven and dance naked under the full moon. The townspeople fear them and judge them, but they don’t mind at all. In fact, they delight in it. After all, as Frances tells Sally: “My darling girl, when are you going to realize that being normal is not necessarily a virtue? It rather denotes a lack of courage.”
There’s so much to love about Practical Magic. And there’s a reason it has found a new audience in recent years. It’s a movie about female empowerment and connectedness. It’s cozy and inviting, and also spooky and a bit sinister. Sally learns to accept her power, Gillian learns to stop chasing hers, and the two find freedom in their sisterhood. Something they learned and upheld from their beloved aunts.
I have my own kooky single aunts to thank for some of my favorite parts about myself. My love of antiques and old houses. The boxes of jewelry I inherited from them; bulbous stone rings and droopy earrings and beaded necklaces. The desire to prank snotty children in public spaces. A devious sense of humor that finds the funny in every grim situation. But most of all, the strength and self-fulfillment that come from moving through life on my own and in my own way. And for showing me Practical Magic, which comforts me in their absence as I continue down my path.
Jet, in her eighties, realises she has seven days left to live.
Easter Sunday, which marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ, is celebrated on April 17th. It is a time of joy and hope for Christians worldwide. Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak, falls on May 15th. It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, is celebrated by Muslims on May 2nd. It is a time of feasting and giving to the poor. On August 15th, India observes its Independence Day, marking the country's freedom from British rule in 1947. This is a national holiday celebrated with flag hoisting ceremonies and cultural programs. Ganesh Chaturthi, a Hindu festival honoring the elephant-headed god Ganesha, falls on September 2nd. People bring Ganesh idols to their homes and worship them with devotion and enthusiasm. Navratri, a nine-night festival dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, begins on October 2nd. It involves fasting, dancing, and worshipping the goddess in various forms. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated on November 1st. It marks the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. People light oil lamps, burst fireworks, and exchange gifts during this festival. Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ, is celebrated on December 25th. It is a time of joy, family gatherings, and exchanging presents. These are some of the important holidays and festivals celebrated by the Pagam community in 2022. It is a time for people to come together, celebrate their culture and traditions, and spend quality time with family and friends..
Reviews for "Plan Your Dream Vacation with the 2022 Pagam Holiday Calendar"
1. John - 2/5 - The Pagam holiday calendar for 2022 was a disappointment. Firstly, the design and layout of the calendar were not user-friendly. The font size was too small, making it difficult to read, and the color scheme was uninspiring. Secondly, the calendar lacked important holiday information. It only included major national holidays and failed to mention local or cultural celebrations. As someone who enjoys learning about different cultures and holidays, this was a major letdown. Overall, I would not recommend the Pagam holiday calendar for 2022.
2. Lisa - 1/5 - I was extremely dissatisfied with the Pagam holiday calendar for 2022. The information provided was inaccurate and outdated. The calendar listed holidays on incorrect dates, causing confusion and inconvenience when planning activities and gatherings. Additionally, it failed to include important religious holidays, completely disregarding the diversity and multiculturalism of our society. Furthermore, the quality of the paper used was subpar, easily tearing and showing signs of wear within just a few weeks. Overall, I found the Pagam holiday calendar to be a waste of money and would not purchase it again.
3. Michael - 2/5 - The Pagam holiday calendar for 2022 fell short of my expectations. The illustrations and images used were unappealing and lacked creativity. It seemed like minimal effort was put into the design. Additionally, the calendar's organization was confusing. Some holidays were listed multiple times, while others were completely omitted. This lack of consistency made it difficult to rely on the calendar for accurate information. Overall, I was disappointed with the quality and content of the Pagam holiday calendar and would not recommend it.