Desperate to get away from the harsh summer of the plains, we planned a short getaway to Dharamsala, famously known as the land of the Dalai Lama and the Tibetans in exile. It also happens to be set in the lower reaches of the Himalayas which is home to magnificent pine and cedar forests. And … Continue reading Reflections on Dharamsala- the landing.
Author: butterfliesonmymindblog
Mujhe chalte jaana hai, bas chalte jaana....When I'm home, I want to travel and when I'm travelling I yearn for home. Preserving memories of places I've visited in pics and phrases is what this blog is mostly about. Sprinkled with random thoughts and musings.
Tooti-Frooti
When it comes to fruits, I've always preferred ones that are crunchy, tart and juicy, as opposed to those that are pulpy and mushy. So, grapes, apples, oranges, pineapples get a thumbs up; while bananas, chikoos, papayas, custard-apples (especially!!) get the thumbs down. Then there are fruits that have so many seeds that consuming them … Continue reading Tooti-Frooti
Just an ‘aam’ post
Mangoes are one of the few redeeming factors about summer; the others being vacations and getting to stay indoors with the air-conditioner on. As a child, I was fortunate enough to grow up in a house with a large garden that was home to mango trees of every kind. -Alphonso, Payari, Langda, Dasseri, Totapari, Neelampari … Continue reading Just an ‘aam’ post
Mother’s Day Special
Mother's Day is almost here. All around us, shops, social media, TV and radio are gearing up to once again sing praises of mothers the world over. To remind us of their innumerable sacrifices, their unfailing love and devotion and how they deserve to be celebrated. One of my favourite comic strip characters, Lucy from … Continue reading Mother’s Day Special
Going ‘ban’anas!
We, as a people, don’t take kindly to instructions, rules and regulations. Being the ‘jugaadis’ that we are, our first reaction to any rule is to think of a way to side-step it. We take our hard-won freedom very seriously and no one is going to mess with it. A fine example of this can … Continue reading Going ‘ban’anas!
Time for a break!
It was past midnight and the residents of the little flat were deep in slumber, oblivious to the fact that strange goings-on were taking place in the kitchen. All the appliances had convened an important meeting. “Ok’ said the Fuse-Box, all brisk and business-like. “We have to decide whose turn it is to take a … Continue reading Time for a break!
It’s a Woman’s World!
Enough has been said about how the teaching profession is one that is best suited for a woman. It may not be the Oldest profession, but certainly ranks high up there; along with housekeeping and nursing. Basically, it’s an extension of what a woman does at home. Nature has so ordained and a patriarchal society … Continue reading It’s a Woman’s World!
I spy- with a difference!
Next to people-watching while standing in line at the supermarket, I also enjoy doing the same at restaurants. Of course, it's better if I'm with like-minded friends so we can be judgmental, pass comments and jump to all sorts of probable and improbable conclusions. The kind of people one sees, depends, naturally, on the place … Continue reading I spy- with a difference!
From Sunday- with love.
For the longest time ever, mutton gravy and 'jeera' rice have been a Sunday staple for lunch in my life. And, although I've relished several variations of it over the years, the best mutton gravy I've had was always in the small town of M.P when we used to visit our relatives during the summer … Continue reading From Sunday- with love.
50 films- a journey
I have always enjoyed watching films, talking about them and reading about them. Right from the early days when Filmfare used to be less gloss and gossip and more about films, I've gobbled up reviews, write-ups and articles about cinema- both Bolly- and Hollywood. Which is why a book titled '50 films that changed Bollywood' … Continue reading 50 films- a journey
