Memory from Bajothang HSS

The commemoration held on the 8th of November, 2014, at Bajothang Higher Secondary School, stands as an indelible milestone within the annals of my personal history. Following my scholastic triumph and subsequent graduation, my inaugural employment post-college materialized at Bajothang Higher Secondary School. Over and above the vocation of imparting education, I conscientiously shouldered a spectrum of diverse roles and responsibilities.

Each facet of these multifarious duties proved to be not only gratifying but also profoundly edifying. The present juncture, however, warrants singular attention, as the accolade accorded to me takes its exclusive attribution from the dedication and aptitude exhibited by the members of the Bumpa house during the year 2014. Their unwavering diligence and exceptional competencies have rendered them deserving recipients of this esteemed recognition.

This event embodies a convergence of significance, wherein my personal journey converges with the collective accomplishments of those under the aegis of the Bumpa house. The ceremony served as a testament to the seamless interweaving of individual triumphs and collaborative feats. This award resonates as a tribute not only to my efforts but to the synergy fostered by the cohort I had the privilege to mentor and guide.

In the grand tapestry of life experiences, this occasion has woven an intricate thread, forever uniting me with the temporal tapestry of the Bajothang Higher Secondary School's history. As time unfurls, this juncture will continue to evoke a profound sense of fulfillment, underscoring the symphony of dedication, learning, and shared accomplishment that reverberated through the corridors of education on that hallowed day in November.

Envoy (KANG-THUNG-PA in Tshangla kha)

The forgotten customs that thrived in the era before the advent of telephones and mobile services in my village are a testament to a bygone culture. In those days, whenever a family member passed away, the news had to be conveyed to relatives through the efforts of one or two individuals. In cases where the head of the family, such as a father or mother, had kin scattered across various corners of the world, it was imperative to dispatch envoys known as "KANG-THUNG-PA" to deliver this somber news. These envoys would undertake journeys spanning three to four days on foot to ensure the message reached all concerned parties.

However, if the relatives lived in distant lands, the news might go unnoticed, only coming to light years later. The absence of an envoy following a person's demise led to verbal disputes known as "heta yang mey," where the surviving family members would need to seek forgiveness, or "Shakpa," by offering a monetary recompense to the deceased person's relatives. This cultural practice held significant importance in that era, as it cemented the bonds between relatives and prevented them from faltering in times of need.

The role of an envoy could be discerned by a specific indicator: a kabney, a male Bhutanese tie, discreetly tucked within the KHANANG, a pocket formed by the traditional male Bhutanese dress known as "gho," with its fringes extending outward. If one encountered an individual with this distinctive appearance, it was a clear sign that someone had passed away, and the person was embarking on a journey as an envoy.

Despite the strides made by technological advancements in enhancing people's lives, it's important to acknowledge that we've relinquished remarkable narratives from the past. Recently, I had the privilege of transcribing the ancestral anecdotes shared by my father-in-law as we leisurely sipped on ara, a local wine. I'm indebted to him for imparting this heritage, and I eagerly anticipate further revelations to share with the visitors of my blog.

A method for speaking test IELTS

If anyone is aspiring to prepare for IELTS speaking test, this is the mock speaking test video and it helps a lot. Please refer to this video if you ever want to appear IELTS exam anywhere at any time. I had been practicing mock test with this video and certainly I could appear my speaking test that was rewarding too. Likewise I did practice same for my listening test and reading test which are there freely available in you-tube.