New Year, New Mumbai

After the terror crisis in Mumbai last year, it was inevitable for most people involved to take stock of their lives and think about what is really important for them on a number of different levels. I was no exception to this - there's nothing quite like being caught up in the trauma of a city under siege - especially one the size of Mumbai, to get you thinking about goals.

The reason for the break in the blog since last year was largely because I decided to spend some time back in South Africa with my loved ones. I don't think I've ever been so glad to be reconnected with my parents, siblings and friends. Not too long ago when a friend of mine was caught up in the terrorist attacks in London, he experienced something similar. I now fully appreciate the magnitude of the experience and while I would not wish it on anybody, I am certainly grateful for the chance it's given me to reflect.

I'm returning to Mumbai shortly to continue some studies in the journalism field. I will also be continuing making cartoons for the cartoon blog looking after the Bollywood Nights strip - probably not as frequently as I was before but continuing on it nonetheless.

I'm not sure what it's going to be like to go back to Mumbai - I imagine things will have settled down a lot by now and normal life resumed as expected. I will keep you posted once I arrive back in Mumbai next week. All the very best for the New Year and look forward to a fun year ahead!