Growing up, I always knew Ugadi was a big deal. For days before, we would be clearing out the house, applying a fresh paint to things and the morning of Ugadi dressing up in beautiful new clothes and eating delicious food. But this holiday also contains deeper meanings - it brings together the family to celebrate a fresh start and teaches everyone an important lesson: that life is beautiful because of the variety of experiences it brings, and we should meet each new day with equanimity and poise, knowing that every emotion will tie together to give us a fuller life.
