Blog – Soulful musings….

I –IJA

Welcome to the ninth day of the #BlogchatterAtoZ challenge. Ija – This is how mothers are addressed in Uttarakhand. We are all aware of the love, care and concern of our mothers. They are the ones who play a very important role in our lives. It is the indomitable spirit of the women that formsContinue reading “I –IJA”

H – HARELA

Welcome to the eighth day of the #BlogchatterA2Z challenge. Harela means green which symbolizes prosperity especially for the farming community. It falls thrice a year i.e. first in the Chaitra Navratras (Chaitra Month : March/April) just before the Bhitouli festival, Sharad Navratras (Ashwin Month : September/October) and in Shravan Month ( Mid July). Read moreContinue reading “H – HARELA”

F – FOOD

Welcome to the sixth day of the #BlogchatterA2Z challenge. Today my blogpost is a Foodies delight!!!! The cuisine of Kumaon and Garhwal (the two regions of Uttarakhand) is mostly based on lentils, leafy vegetables and a variety of flour grains. Most of these items are produced locally. Food also changes according to the season basedContinue reading “F – FOOD”

GATHER YOUR FIGHTING SPIRIT OR THE DISEASE WILL DEFEAT YOU!!

#Longpostalert Today we are in the middle of a global crisis due to the Corona virus disease (COVID-19) Pandemic. What exactly is it? Through my post I would like to explain the scientific aspect as well as simple measures to protect ourselves from possible infection.This post is also useful for the children. The cause ofContinue reading “GATHER YOUR FIGHTING SPIRIT OR THE DISEASE WILL DEFEAT YOU!!”

YADON KI GADI MUJHE BULA RAHI HAI; KHUSHI SE SEETI BAJA RAHI HAI…

This wonderful Bollywood themed Blog Hop triggered the voice of my soul and musical memories flooded my mind. The past holds soothing memories that enliven my present. After all “ Har Ghadi Badal Rahi hai Roop Zindagi….” My childhood memories are soaked with lilting tunes of Bollywood songs which I heard either on the radioContinue reading “YADON KI GADI MUJHE BULA RAHI HAI; KHUSHI SE SEETI BAJA RAHI HAI…”

A DAUGHTER’S GIFT OF GREEN LOVE…

This article was published in Women’s Web..It talks about a very auspicious ceremony held during a wedding in the Garhwal hills of Uttrarkhand(India).A great event which should be emulated worldwide.

VISION OF LIFE…

“Hello! Can you please describe the view around us, am blind, you see,”the stranger asked the lady. “Right in front is a flower laden garden with flower beds shaped in various designs, placed around a circular cobbled pathway.A few swings are placed under the tree for children to play,”she described enthusiastically. They were interrupted byContinue reading “VISION OF LIFE…”

CALL OF THE WILD..

Schooltime memories flooded her mind as she revisited the idyllic lake town in Uttarakhand. The invigorating walk around the lake, which reflected the colours of the trees and the sky. The sound of water splashing against the oars,fishermen patiently standing knee deep in the water with their fishing rods. Every morning,without fail,she was greeted byContinue reading “CALL OF THE WILD..”

THE BOOK ON THE BOOKSHELF..

Bedtime tales and fond memories poured out of the book she held in her hand. She recalled the fantasy world of Rapunzel,Aladdin and Baba Yaga-the witch flying on her broomstick. She was introduced to books by her father,who gifted her one on every birthday.He presented her a lifetime entry pass to the world of unendingContinue reading “THE BOOK ON THE BOOKSHELF..”

PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT…

Mahatma Gandhi rightly said, ‘The world has enough for everyone’s need, but not enough for everyone’s greed.’These words form the key towards understanding sustainable development. 1) Use water in moderation while washing,bathing etc. 2) Reusing water waste from washing machine for cleaning floors or using in the washrooms. 3) Preventing overflow of water tanks. 4)Continue reading “PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT…”