That bit about giving tiny toys and sweets to keep the naughty ones busy made me grin, and the elders being rowdy cracked me up too :)
The way you described placing books and instruments on a mat and covering them before offering sweets felt so gentle, a nice reminder that learning itself is sacred.
I love how tamboolam with betel leaf and kumkum ties everyone together, even the temple ADmin cant resist that warm vibe.
Thanks for sharing this season so vividly and and wishing your Vidyarambham goes smoothly.