Unforgettable camping night

Have you ever been camping? I still remember that adventurous night. We were camping on Harishchandra gad ( fort ) . This is very popular fort for camping. The trek was started late afternoon by around 2.00 pm and we reached the peak by around 6.15 pm. We were group of some 12 friends. WeContinue reading "Unforgettable camping night"

Emojis and Emotional Intelligence

What are your favorite emojis? People who use emojis frequently tend to have stronger emotional intelligence and may be more socially receptive and empathetic. Studies suggest that individuals with higher emotional intelligence and secure attachment are more likely to use emojis. Conversely, those with avoidant personalities or shyness may use fewer emojis. Some personality traits,Continue reading "Emojis and Emotional Intelligence"

Amazing Nature

What topics do you like to discuss? Beautiful Nature I love exploring new places, new cultures and Nature in general. I am very much inquisitive about exploring the places and the people there. For me it is always interesting to find out more about new places. The people and the nature always amazes me. EveryContinue reading "Amazing Nature"

Waterfall Photography

When is the last time you took a risk? How did it work out? At the photography site This is the incidence from 2019 just before Covid started. I was on my drive through forests in search of Beautiful spots for waterfall photography. This was my usual weekend program to go out for photo shoots.Continue reading "Waterfall Photography"

Take Calculated Risk

Describe a risk you took that you do not regret. Risk taker High Risk High Returns is the equation applicable for life. More risk you take more rewards you get. That does not mean you should always take higher risks. You have to strike balance between Risk and Rewards. Balancing Risks I prefer to takeContinue reading "Take Calculated Risk"

Longevity – Boon or Curse

Yes you read it right. Longevity whether it’s a Boon or Curse. I am prompted to write on this based on my real life experiences. There was a news article about the average age of Indian citizens and the conclusion was that the longevity rate has increased. That means due to new medical inventions andContinue reading "Longevity – Boon or Curse"

Right action at Right time

Write about a time when you didn't take action but wish you had. What would you do differently? This is extremely important in life to take timely action. The moment once passed does not come back. You can only regret and feel guilty about it. My friend once told me that it is better toContinue reading "Right action at Right time"

Nervousness

What makes you nervous? I don’t get nervous with common things like Public speaking or waiting for someone . It’s funny but I get nervous when someone restricts me from doing something which I wanted to do. It will look childish but I get nervous with such trivial things like not allowing me to goContinue reading "Nervousness"

Social Media – double sided sword

How do you use social media? Social media tools are like a double edged sword. It can be used as a great tool for networking and knowledge management. However it has other side which is more addictive and life destroying. Benefits Social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn are popular for knowledge sharing andContinue reading "Social Media – double sided sword"

Breathe fresh Air and plan the day

Jot down the first thing that comes to your mind. The first thing I do when I get up, I pray to lord Ganesha for the best day ahead. And then I walk to my terrace which is adjacent to my bedroom, breathe fresh Air and touch my plants in the garden talk to them.Continue reading "Breathe fresh Air and plan the day"

Encounter with a Stranger in the midnight

Describe a random encounter with a stranger that stuck out positively to you. It was past midnight and pitch dark on the road. It was no moon day and in our village there were no street lights on the road. I was walking in a hurry to the nearest doctor for my daughter. She gotContinue reading "Encounter with a Stranger in the midnight"

Decision to call right person

Describe a decision you made in the past that helped you learn or grow. This is a real life story happened with me some 10 years ago. It was busy Airport in Europe and I was rushing with heavy luggage to security checks and immigration. My stay in Europe was 3 months and in UKContinue reading "Decision to call right person"

Place where humanity ceases to exist

What place in the world do you never want to visit? Why? Actually all the places in world are beautiful. Nature treats every place equally. However the place becomes interesting with the people living there. If the people living there are Kind hearted and loving to one another it becomes happy place to visit. IfContinue reading "Place where humanity ceases to exist"

My Angel My Wife

Describe a positive thing a family member has done for you. Our family members like parents, siblings has done so many positive things for us. In fact we have reached this stage of life only because of them. Parents have done numerous things for us like happy childhood, good education and ethical values teaching. WeContinue reading "My Angel My Wife"

Where loved ones are together

What is your favorite restaurant? I love home made food served with love and affection. For the simple reason that it is healthy and delicious. Light on your stomach. Surely the home made food has balanced calories and nutrients. Typically the state where I leave, the best vegetarian meal is all you need for aContinue reading "Where loved ones are together"

Healthy & Happy

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Happy & Healthy If this question was asked before 10 years, my response would have been different. I was fully engrossed with my career and job. Today at 62 I am retired and enjoying my freedom. Most important thing I have decided is Never give any adviceContinue reading "Healthy & Happy"

Procrastination curse on human race

Procrastination is biggest roadblock on the path of success. Early you come out of it early you succeed. Be it your personal life or professional career. Many times it is done knowingly or unknowingly. But it halts your success and takes you miles away from your goal. People become creative in finding reasons to procrastinate.Continue reading "Procrastination curse on human race"

Gondeshwar Temple

Gondeshwar Mahadev Temple Gondeshwar Mahadev Temple is one of the complete and best preserved Nagara style in Deccan. It was tentatively built in the beginning of 12th Century AD. The temple is best example of Panchayatan shrine ( Main shrine flanked by subsidiary shrines at four corners ) and all the five shrines are onContinue reading "Gondeshwar Temple"

Indian Skimmers

The Indian skimmer or Indian scissors-bill is one of the three species that belong to the skimmer genus Rynchops in the family Laridae. Unmistakable; black above and white below with bright orange bill (lower mandible longer than the upper). Favors slow-moving rivers with sandbars, on which this species forms noisy colonies, often in association withContinue reading "Indian Skimmers"

Photography – ODKF

Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher with Baby Frog This is very popular bird amongst Bird Photographers & Bird wathers. It is also referred to as Colour Bomb due to it's colourful body. We photographers, eagerly await the rainy season to spot & click this beautiful tiny bird. It is pocket size bird and found in tropical, moistContinue reading "Photography – ODKF"

George Washington Carver

If you could be a character from a book or film, who would you be? Why? I would like to be a character of George Washington Carver. I read his autobiography titled A Man called Carver. He was agricultural scientist and he has dedicated his life in improving and uplifting the life of underprivileged people.Continue reading "George Washington Carver"

गणेशगुडी पक्षी निरीक्षण : एक सुखद अनुभव

Orange Headed Thrush पुण्यापासून साधारण 500 किलोमिटर्स वर Old Magazene House हे रिसॉर्ट Ganeshgudi मध्ये आहे. हे रिसॉर्ट जंगलाच्या एकदम मध्ये आहे. इथे पक्षी निरीक्षण आणि फोटोग्राफी ची अतिशय सुंदर व्यवस्था आहे. ह्याला Armchair birding असे देखील म्हणतात. कारण इथे आपण आरामात बसून पक्षी बघू शकतो किंवा त्यांचे फोटो देखील काढू शकतो. कुठे राहायचे गणेशगुडीमध्येContinue reading "गणेशगुडी पक्षी निरीक्षण : एक सुखद अनुभव"

Cats the best Pet

What animals make the best/worst pets? Cosmo I don’t have any pet at home but my daughter loves cat and she has this cat with the name Cosmo. Whenever I visit her home I get hooked to cosmo. She is so cute and loving that you can’t resist playing with her. My daughter brought herContinue reading "Cats the best Pet"