…. the colours of life with my kids
“It’s your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself that determines how your life’s story will develop.”― Dieter F. Uchtdorf This Jacaranda tree stands at a crossroad right opposite to our old office. I used to look at it everyday...the lush leaves, the pretty purple blooms, the tree's silhouette against the setting sun... Unfortunately, the tree... Continue Reading →
Commonly known as African Tulip tree, botanically the Spathodea campanulata and locally known as Neerukayi mara or pickari due to the water that squirts from it when pressed, this one is hard to miss especially when in bloom. The flamboyant red-orange blooms are a characteristic of September and were on my mind, now that we... Continue Reading →
Joys of childhood are somehow very special. Aren't they ? Our days were uncluttered and distractions were few... it was as if we had all the time in the world to 'stop and smell the roses' and we found joy in the simple lil things... Here I have pictures of a couple of plants that... Continue Reading →
During our stay in Somwarpet, Coorg in March 2018, we visited this temple that was tucked away in the midst of greenery. I do not recall the exact name of the place or the name of the temple. It was the homestay folks who had told us about this temple and had guided us on... Continue Reading →
Greenery all around... lush sugarcane fields as far as the eye could see! A cloudy day, not very hot or very humid... It felt like a lovely treat, bang in the middle of a work week in July! A planned trip to Mysore for an urgent work, turned into a sort of impromptu one when... Continue Reading →
A Moringa sapling silhouetted against the grey sky... Moringa feels kind of extra special because it is food and memories and so much more than just a plant/tree. Botanical Name: Moringa oleifera. Family: Moringaceae. Commonly known as the drumstick, it is one of the favorites in our homes. Here are the many ways in which... Continue Reading →
Strictly speaking, this is a shrub, not a tree. I spotted this bush with pretty pink berries, in a resort we'd been to for a team outing, a couple of years ago. The whole day had been spent in various team building activities... I'd also managed to click a few pictures of the ambience and of... Continue Reading →
A palm tree that welcomes us as we step into our apartment. One that we have seen growing from a small sapling to its present height (almost 15-16 feet). Though it has stood there all along, its only now that I suddenly feel its mighty presence. Its like how we see children grow up.. all... Continue Reading →
Wisdom inspired by plants/trees... You walk towards the kitchen in the morning and what first catches your eye is the branches of a tree against the sky, seen straight ahead through the kitchen window. The fresh green of the new leaves gleaming in the sunlight. Each morning, you try to take in this view and... Continue Reading →
Yes! Its a joy to behold!! Flowering around the same time or slightly overlapping with the Tabebuias, the Jacaranda lends itself beautifully to the tapestry of the spring landscape. Purple hues against the blue sky. Purple nestled within the fresh green of spring. Also, the purple that evades me! Every year, I think I need... Continue Reading →
This picture, taken at a resort near Mahabalipuram, brings back memories of the lovely morning , our breakfast time and the photo session that followed it 🙂 The place was full of greenery all around, but this one with its lovely flowers had called out to me. Featuring the night-flowering jasmine, commonly known as paarijat... Continue Reading →
A couple of days ago, our company sent out a wellness survey and one of the questions read - What are you missing the most during this lockdown? The first thing that came to mind was - Driving, taking in the skies, trees and views around. Yes, that's what I'm missing the most at this... Continue Reading →
The beauty of a peepal leaf is unmatched. Isnt it? More so, the beautiful hues it transforms through, during spring time, is a real treat to the eyes!! No wonder it is an inspiration to artists of all kinds. Sharing a few pictures that I clicked around 20 days ago! Luckily, I happened to come... Continue Reading →
It's that time of the year again!! All year, I await the blooming of the pink and the purple beauties of spring time. I look forward to it in the same way someone might await a celestial phenomenon or a hugely popular festival or an important event -sporting /cultural/ traditional/ personal ...you name it! There... Continue Reading →
Waking up in a new country, actually a new continent altogether, and walking to the work place, taking in the chill, and the morning views on the way.. thats how I remember my first morning in Johannesburg (June 2019) 🙂 The first day was slightly tiring, possibly due to the travel, the winter chill (and... Continue Reading →
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