Posted inMemory My Writings
Burned Words, Unbroken Spirit
I remember vividly that I was in the ninth or tenth grade during a time of terror. Back then, most of my siblings were deeply immersed in creative pursuits. Gradually,…
Reflections on Kiribathgoda
I vividly recall a moment from my childhood, around the age of seven or eight, when I fell ill with a fever. My mother, ever diligent in our care, took…
Hidden History & Patriotism: My Journey to Kataragama
It was my father's sacred tradition to visit Kataragama annually with our entire family. Even after his passing, I continued this pilgrimage whenever possible, driven by a deep, personal reason…
Posted inFlora and Fauna History Nature
Lost Ancient Animal and Plant Classification in Sri Lanka
The decline of Sri Lanka’s indigenous knowledge systems, particularly in the realm of animal and plant classification, is a critical yet often overlooked consequence of colonial influence. By the time…
Echoes of My Ancestry
As a child, my summer holidays were scattered across three distinct places: Tangalle, Kataragama, and Makola. Each of these places held a different world of memories, shaping my understanding of…