How had I never clocked the "sept / oct / nov / dec" numbering inconsistency!? Such a fascinating point and perspective, thank you. Just returning to work after an extended leave and, well, I appreciated this a lot!
Nice reflections. However, as a person who lives in the southern hemisphere, I must admit that many things did not match. If we are talking about the Earth we have to consider both hemispheres.
I generally enjoy all your columns, Tom - but this one especially hit a resonant chord with me. Thanks for writing and sharing.
I think there's no single "Hindu New Year" and Ugadi is just the beginning of the new year for one part of India.
How had I never clocked the "sept / oct / nov / dec" numbering inconsistency!? Such a fascinating point and perspective, thank you. Just returning to work after an extended leave and, well, I appreciated this a lot!
Nice reflections. However, as a person who lives in the southern hemisphere, I must admit that many things did not match. If we are talking about the Earth we have to consider both hemispheres.
hehe, absolutely true. Reflection is the right word 😉