Neighbors might drop by unannounced (hospitality is considered a sacred duty, or Atithi Devo Bhava ).
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The house peaks in volume around 8:00 AM. School buses honk outside, local milkmen deliver fresh packets, and working professionals navigate traffic updates, all while receiving blessings from elders before stepping out the door. The Sacred Middle: Food as the Ultimate Love Language and working professionals navigate traffic updates