tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post558839327658223920..comments2024-03-28T15:09:24.070-04:00Comments on MARIETTE'S BACK TO BASICS: {Part VIII of Trip to India - Lal Mandi Srinagar, J & K State - Mushroom Village}Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-59722657652923061132023-12-16T15:57:36.678-05:002023-12-16T15:57:36.678-05:00Dearest brother of H.L. Parimoo,
A surprise to rea...Dearest brother of H.L. Parimoo,<br />A surprise to read this here and yes, your brother has been a lifelong friend of both of us.<br />Sincerely,<br />Pieter & MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-65653940721895004582023-12-16T07:01:52.179-05:002023-12-16T07:01:52.179-05:00I was thrilled to revisit the pages and felt proud...I was thrilled to revisit the pages and felt proud about the potential of my birthplace, I was overwhelmed to see my younger brother, Mr H L PARIMOO as one of the architects of Mushroom development programme. He has retained his passion for Mushroom cultivation and research even after his retirement. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-8917580980471788692015-02-17T21:47:43.122-05:002015-02-17T21:47:43.122-05:00Dearest Olympia,
Guess to Pieter this entire visit...Dearest Olympia,<br />Guess to Pieter this entire visit was quite shocking too and it did make a tremendous impact on both our lives. This is not the routine tourist destination as most travelers never ever will get to see real life. Staying only in hotels and kind of tip-toeing your way around in any country leaves you still with an incomplete impression about daily life.<br />Yes, both of us are doing fine; thanks!<br />Wishing you a blessed mid-week.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-84947955900262931272015-02-17T15:31:01.838-05:002015-02-17T15:31:01.838-05:00I'm chocked looking at those pictures. Althoug...I'm chocked looking at those pictures. Although it's commonly known that the conditions of living in India are terribly harsh for most people, it's always a surprise to rediscover it...<br />Hope you are doing fine both of you<br />Regards<br />Olympia Things and Thoughtshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10315714666630050229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-52119900560463685772015-02-17T11:01:50.163-05:002015-02-17T11:01:50.163-05:00Dearest Michiko san,
Yes, a very dreary looking da...Dearest Michiko san,<br />Yes, a very dreary looking day, in the mud after heavy rains...<br />Hope your days have been good for you.<br />Sending you hugs and love from both of us.<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-61880910989900545192015-02-16T23:26:10.589-05:002015-02-16T23:26:10.589-05:00Dearest Mariette,
Your husband Pieter's with D...Dearest Mariette,<br />Your husband Pieter's with Dr Parimoo was long time friend when rain has left wet sports times.<br />and the mushroom currivation Dr parimoo left but Dr Agha on the right to the right.<br />In the mud,instead of on a concrrte slabe they have to make heir compost.<br />I was very happy with both of your now!<br />Hugs and both of you always!<br />Michiko<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> Michiko Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09159172013948402225noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-22613924972208514182015-02-16T19:10:52.057-05:002015-02-16T19:10:52.057-05:00Dearest Jo-Anne,
Thank you but it almost too overw...Dearest Jo-Anne,<br />Thank you but it almost too overwhelming... We would need people like Princess Diana who would get the media involved and make it into world news!<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-78428190045077293462015-02-16T19:09:39.199-05:002015-02-16T19:09:39.199-05:00Dearest Marie-Anne,
Oh yes, that has been very hea...Dearest Marie-Anne,<br />Oh yes, that has been very heart-breaking and that's the main reason he has used his slides for presentations for Rotary clubs and such. This is something the entire world should see as there has been no media attention for these poor people in Jammu & Kashmir State. <br />Seeing things like this has forever changed Pieter's life and also my life.<br />Happy week to you as well and hope spring is coming soon to your region.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-55415826411463488352015-02-16T18:41:58.051-05:002015-02-16T18:41:58.051-05:00Dearest Daniela,
Exactly, all those that have live...Dearest Daniela,<br />Exactly, all those that have lived a very sheltered life, find such a sight a surprise. You are so right that far too many people still live like that! <br />It is a pleasure for sharing this, the world needs to know about it and see it as the media does not pay any attention to their fate!<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-52609284506826217832015-02-16T18:21:40.704-05:002015-02-16T18:21:40.704-05:00A good man doing good workA good man doing good workJo-Anne's Ramblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11418152399382818709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-80003060099481161442015-02-16T18:09:56.932-05:002015-02-16T18:09:56.932-05:00Very harsh living conditions for those poor people...Very harsh living conditions for those poor people!!!! It must have been heart-breaking for Pieter not being able to provide more help to them!<br />I wish you a happy new week, dearest Mariette!!Marie-Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00107777204581721076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-39661529060494343452015-02-16T17:05:47.301-05:002015-02-16T17:05:47.301-05:00For people who haven't traveled much, this pic...For people who haven't traveled much, this picture might be a surprise. The reality is that far too many people live in such poor conditions even today. Thank you for sharing Mariette.Daniela @Frugal Aint Cheaphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02785196779476490372noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-30213003428251431872015-02-16T16:43:57.137-05:002015-02-16T16:43:57.137-05:00Liebe Mariette,
das sehe ich auch so. Nur mit dem ...Liebe Mariette,<br />das sehe ich auch so. Nur mit dem Unterschied, daß die Menschen dort es "gewöhnt" sind, während wir da schon extrem empfindlich reagieren können. Nicht ohne Grund sollten wir kein ungewaschenes Obst im Ausland essen. Die Einheimischen vertragen das durch ihre Anpassung eher - so war das gemeint.<br />Schade, das mit Prinz Claus ... er hätte sicher noch einiges bewirken können. - Dann wart Ihr, Du und Dein Mann dort mittendrin.<br />Ja, Du hast recht, Mode ist nicht so mein Metier. Ich trage das, was mir gefällt und meist sind es no names! Ich brauch' das nicht, habe es noch nie gebraucht. Früher nähte ich ganz schlichte Dinge sogar selbst, wie Leggings, als es noch gar keine gab. :-) Ansonsten war ich immer sehr bescheiden in Sachen Kleidung. Wenige Stücke, kein Riesen-Kleiderschrank und fast alles wurde aufgetragen. Mich macht es nervös, zu viel im Schrank zu haben, was ich nicht wirklich ständig brauche/trage. Im Winter sind das nur wenige Teile - meine Fleece-Pullover, die warm und pflegeleicht sind. Jeden Tag ein sauberer ... da kannst Du Dir ausrechen, wie viele ich brauche, wenn ich sie regelmäßig wasche. :-) In der Jugend war das noch ein wenig anders, als man noch Zeit hatte zum Tanzen oder auf andere Veranstaltungen zu gehen. Doch jetzt sind wir sehr eingespannt und froh, abends ausruhen zu können.<br /><br />Für Escada habe ich sicherlich nicht die richtigen Maße, wie Du ja schon geschrieben hst, da unterscheiden sich unsere Figuren, auch wenn ich auch schlank bin.<br /><br />Liebe Grüße<br />SaraSara von Buelsdorfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00203878153680941547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-35119354198524550742015-02-16T14:51:37.569-05:002015-02-16T14:51:37.569-05:00Lieve Nieneke,
Jazeker ziet het er erg droevig uit...Lieve Nieneke,<br />Jazeker ziet het er erg droevig uit; heel triest om mee te moeten maken.<br />Ja, in de westerse wereld hebben we eigenlijk alleen maar welvaartsproblemen!<br />Heel veel liefs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-27531116370906740512015-02-16T14:50:26.367-05:002015-02-16T14:50:26.367-05:00Dearest Dimi,
It is very hard for making a living ...Dearest Dimi,<br />It is very hard for making a living in that area and those people tried everything; just desperate to make some money for being able to put food in their mouths.<br />It is heart breaking indeed and makes any of us in the western world feel very guilty!<br />Enjoy your week.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-73594592255458532192015-02-16T14:47:38.890-05:002015-02-16T14:47:38.890-05:00Dearest Laura,
Oh yes, you do sum it up all as it ...Dearest Laura,<br />Oh yes, you do sum it up all as it is... no security and not even having minimum comfort; let alone any warmth! <br />As for Pieter, it did leave a lasting impression on him in a heavy way too. There is so much injustice in this world and there are far too few people that really care! The media does not even give those poor souls fair attention as to bringing their problems to the world. The western world is just too busy with all their commercial holidays and yes, on blogs I often get a big sick from looking at all the home decorations for the many 'invented' themes throughout the year. Always having these poor souls in mind! It doesn't make any sense.<br />Thank you for your visit and love.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-2711471766608442722015-02-16T13:03:25.603-05:002015-02-16T13:03:25.603-05:00Dearest Tamago,
Oh, it is heart breaking to know t...Dearest Tamago,<br />Oh, it is heart breaking to know that got never realized! And why always at the cost of the world's most poor inhabitants? Sadly the media does not even pay attention to that part of the world! It is not glamorous and it does not add to their own honor and glory when fighting for the underdog.<br />Sending you hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-57903830149083908362015-02-16T13:01:00.604-05:002015-02-16T13:01:00.604-05:00Liebe Irimi,
Ja es stimmt das solche Fotos uns ers...Liebe Irimi,<br />Ja es stimmt das solche Fotos uns erschauern lassen und es soll auch ab und zu. <br />Die westliche Welt im Allgemeinen will nicht damit konfrontiert werden und einfach bequem dreht sich weg von diese harte Welt. Meinen Pieter hat immer schon für den Außenseiter gekämpft und ich auch. <br />Rosenmontag gibt es hier in der ganzen USA leider nicht... und ich sage dazu fast Gott sei Dank!<br />Liebe Grüsse,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-72190065006920633092015-02-16T12:49:51.398-05:002015-02-16T12:49:51.398-05:00Lieve Mariette ...
het ziet er nogal droevig uit...Lieve Mariette ...<br />het ziet er nogal droevig uit ...<br />wat hebben we het eigenlijk goed ,<br />ondanks al de problemen die hier in griekenland zijn ..<br />een fijne week ..veel liefs<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07217874554659592175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-83642203690939894092015-02-16T12:48:28.157-05:002015-02-16T12:48:28.157-05:00Dearest Janey,
Thank you and yes, my husband has c...Dearest Janey,<br />Thank you and yes, my husband has chosen the less glamorous path of putting into action what H.R.H. Prince Claus' noble idea was for helping the poorest of the poor through his Mission about development projects that would really help the poor in making a living! Sadly, most Media people also walk away from this harrowing reality so those poor souls are left on their own!<br />This very trip has changed my husband's outlook on life so much and also mine and you are right about your shoe selection. Once a Royal Dutch Airline purser said it so well: 'We only have problems because of prosperity!' How right she was... You learn that after living and working in countries like India, South America and also certain areas of Indonesia, even though they have always food enough and that's not so for India.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-80674033903918163842015-02-16T12:44:34.423-05:002015-02-16T12:44:34.423-05:00Dear Mariette it sounds so strange those people ha...Dear Mariette it sounds so strange those people had to learn to grow mashrooms!<br />The condition that they lived are terrible!They nead other things more necessary for living!<br />Wishing you a lovely week!Hugs!<br />Dimi...<br />DIMIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08261333259454936529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-53844254365167208582015-02-16T12:41:10.431-05:002015-02-16T12:41:10.431-05:00Liebe Sara,
Ja solche Armut ist erschütternd und w...Liebe Sara,<br />Ja solche Armut ist erschütternd und wir sollen uns nicht als eine Art von Übermensch bezeichnen um zu sagen wie man als Europäer dort mit allen Bedingungen klarkommt. Auch für die Menschen da ist es genauso schlimm und Krankheiten können entstehen. Die Welt kennt leider keine Gerechtigkeit und die meisten Menschen aus dem Westen gehen daran vorbei und besonders die Media. <br />Der Prinz Claus hatte es gut vor um grad diesen armen Menschen zu helfen... er zeigte wenigstens Herz! Und mein Mann wollte unbedingt nicht mit den anderen in der Nähe von Delhi bleiben um dort an der Uni einen Forschung-Flügel hinzufügen. Das war sicher nicht die Absicht vom Prinz Claus, da er sich entschieden hatte, wie seine Mission über Entwicklungsprojekte, die wirklich die Armen in ihren Lebensunterhalt helfen würde!<br />Aber ja, es ist ohne Glanz zum Wandern im Schlamm und Interaktion mit den ärmsten.<br />Was die Escada betrifft, die habe ich immer vom Outlet und da kennst du aber schlecht eure eigene deutsche Outlet: OUTLETCITY.COM in Metzingen!<br />Liebe Grüsse,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-43458956542879393632015-02-16T12:23:11.513-05:002015-02-16T12:23:11.513-05:00My dear friend Mariette:
To see these pictures and...My dear friend Mariette:<br />To see these pictures and read this story is heartbreaking. Just to see the living conditions of these poor people is very sad, lack of earnings prevents them from securing even minimum comfort far less having clean water running in their homes or electricity. That makes me think about the children and the lack of security that may put their lives at risk.<br /><br />It must have been very difficult for Pieter go through all these problems they had and try to find a solution to help them. I really I admire people like him, because I'm not strong enough to see what he saw without crying and get depressed. This world needs more people like him.<br /><br />God bless you both.<br />Love, LauraBlue Lavenderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09250334812237274949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-42588189400902968002015-02-16T12:22:53.624-05:002015-02-16T12:22:53.624-05:00Beste Marianne,
Ja, in en in triest en zéér droevi...Beste Marianne,<br />Ja, in en in triest en zéér droevig! Koud dat het was en al die nattigheid en modder. Je zegt het goed: 'en daar tussen te moeten leven'... er was geen andere keus voor die mensen.<br />Liefs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-17586821283084684892015-02-16T12:21:28.146-05:002015-02-16T12:21:28.146-05:00Dearest Miyako,
Insights yes but if you are not ab...Dearest Miyako,<br />Insights yes but if you are not able to make compost on a concrete slab to begin with; what can you do? And how can you change the growing conditions if you cannot reach the optimum temperature either? Heartbreaking to watch anyone struggle that hard, trying to make a living...<br />Hugs and love,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.com