a memoir of etchings and wanderings
After spending over six years in Maharashtra, the festival of the beloved Elephant God has almost become a part of me. I remember being told to stay away from the maddening crowds that Ganesh Chaturthi brings, because there is a certain level of craziness involved that not all of us can digest. But I recollect being a part of a visarjan party in Pune and even observing one from a … Continue reading “Moryaaa!” →
After 23 days of continuous moving around to cover nine countries, the mind does become a blur. Even as we were deciding to embark on this mother-of-all-trips, I knew that these would be memories of a lifetime – a little rushed, no doubt – but there really is no way to see so much is such less time. It will not be possible to document so much into one post, … Continue reading “Eurotrip!” →
One year ago, today I stepped into the minaret shaped door of my current firm, having returned to the city I grew up in. I thought it would be tougher. More trying. I’ve been surprised. But despite the odds, the last year has been a good one, I have to say. I’ve not been the most satisfied on the career front. That remains the only sore point. I spent quality … Continue reading “Already?” →
Miles and miles of open skies With nothing to obstruct sight Haystacks and green meadows Dotted with lakes reflecting the blue above It almost looks like I could reach a hand out and touch these clouds – they seem so much closer to the ground. Cannot think of anything more close to magic…
So it’s finally here. Three days away from embarking on the Europe trip, I have dreamed of, spent hours researching, made multiple documents for, I’m brimming with excitement. From the time that I land in Munich, to the time I take off from Milan, I’m sure I will think of nothing else. And yes, a 32 GB memory card has been purchased for my camera. Summer in Europe awaits. See … Continue reading “EU” →
Because sometimes in your life, you get swept away by a story. An idea that doesn’t stop your eyes from glinting, even as you grow up. Come every 31st day of the month of July – I am reminded even more of the magic. J.K. Rowling rightly said that some stories stay with us forever. Until the very end. Happy Birthday, Harry Potter.
I don’t like to complete stories. I hang on right till the end. I’m terrified to detach. Over the past year, I’ve haven’t had too many people to talk to. The ones I did, I’ve told them much more than I should have. Otherwise, to pass the time, I watched movies, listened to music, read books and watched television series. And yes, got attached to some of them. On a … Continue reading “Intense” →
Do you know that feeling when a song suddenly changes scale, and everything is just taken to the next level? When you turn the page of a book, and everything you knew is shattered to bits The moment when you overhear something that you should have never known. That feeling when you look at someone driving away, and you’re almost certain things will never be the same That’s happening to … Continue reading “Is it time?” →
See a drop of blood darken the snow Stare at a blinking light for hours Sit by the phone that never rings Stow away all the boxes Build a home with pillars of sawdust Make sure the floor is quicksand Slap the walls with posters of faith And then, paint the front door red Place your hand on the pulsating speaker Scream as loud as you can Submerge yourself in … Continue reading “Cryptex.” →
The rains have arrived in India. And in the world. What a beautiful time of the year. Yes, I will never tire of writing about them. I’ve been like-ing, Favourite-ing and RT-ing all rain related posts, pictures, songs on all social media platforms. I’ve been staring out at the Sun from my window, in the hope that my message will be received. So all this afternoon, I have been listening … Continue reading “RainyMood” →