In my dreams one night I met Money, that elusive and captivating entity. I couldn’t help but express my initial skepticism, saying, ‘You are just a piece of paper.’ Money, in all its enigmatic glory, responded with a twinkle in its metaphorical eye, ‘Of course, I am a piece of paper, but I haven’t seen […]
Pre Diwali cleaning and doing up of Houses in India.
The tradition of preparing and decorating homes in India before Diwali, known as “Deepavali,” is deeply rooted in the country’s rich cultural and religious history. The practice of cleaning and painting homes start 3-4 weeks before Diwali, in fact during Navratras. Diwali is one of the most significant festivals in India, celebrated by people of […]
Camel Ride in Chandigarh with my Grandkids..
On the back of a camel, my grandkids ride, With joy and laughter, side by side. Near Sukhna Lake, they take their flight, On a fun-filled day, bathed in light. With Nanu (Grandfather) by their side, their hearts are light, As they explore this wondrous sight. The camel sways, the breeze whispers low, As they […]
Fountain of Bliss..
In a small town of Punjab (India), where dreams unfold, A fountain of bliss, its story untold. In the heart of a Flats colony, where life takes flight, The fountain dances, bathed in moonlight. Its waters sparkle, its colors gleam, A symphony of beauty, a magical dream. The children laugh, the elders smile, As the […]
Spider, Cobweb and Human…
In the field of green, a cobweb gleams, A silent weaver’s work, like whispered dreams. A tapestry of silken strands, so fine, A delicate and wondrous, nature’s design. The spider waits, with patience keen, To trap its prey, a silent scene. But in this web, there’s more than meets the eye, A mirror of life’s […]
Blue Bulls, Majestic Graze.
Across the green we trot, A herd of Blue Bulls, our clan. The sun shines bright, the grass is soft, We’re on a golf course, but we don’t care. We’re here to graze and play, To bask in nature’s glow. The golfers watch us pass, With smiles and wonder, soft and slow. We’re wild and […]
The Rent Collector.
On different dates of the Month, Rent collector calls his tenants for rent, Some pay easily, without reminding, others ignore, Those not reacting have to be reminded time and again. Some pay after reminding, others are stubborn. Some give excuses and promises to pay, Some gain time. Some have to be threatened with eviction, To […]
Travel Free around the World..
In a world where the allure of intriguing destinations might be hampered by financial, health, or visa-related constraints, there’s no need to despair. You can embark on virtual journeys to some of the most captivating places globally by investing as little as 300-500 USD in a virtual reality device like Meta Quest 2 called Oculus. […]
Tips for Packing Light for Air Travel.
Over the past two decades, I’ve traversed the United States and various other countries, accumulating a wealth of experience in the art of packing. Along this journey, I’ve occasionally fallen prey to the pitfalls of overpacking and faced the irksome prospect of coughing up extra money at airline counters due to my excess baggage. When […]
Construction Workers in India.
High above the city streets, On a fragile rope, they stand, With weathered hands and weary feet, They paint the walls with steadfast hand. Wearing chappals, no shoes to protect their soles, No insurance to protect their lives, Just a flimsy rope to hold, As they risk it all, to survive. For two square meals […]