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Shanta celebrated an Indian puberty rite to acknowledge her transition from childhood to adulthood. Among other presents, Hareesh received her first sari and a gold and ruby bracelette from her grandmother, which is a family heirloom. "I get to pass this bracelet onto my children," says Hareesh.
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Shanta celebrated an Indian puberty rite to acknowledge her transition from childhood to adulthood. Among other presents, Hareesh received her first sari and a gold and ruby bracelette from her grandmother, which is a family heirloom. "I get to pass this bracelet onto my children," says Hareesh.