Every experience counts

 I believe that every experience in life teaches you something. In my first job as a process associate, although it was a very low pay job for the qualification that I have, still that was the time when I got my first hands on experience in excel, which later proved out to helpful in my next job. My second job gave me more practical experience about the real corporate world, speaking to clients, work on the technical knowledge, interact with different people in the field. It gave me confidence, the push needed to take on my next job. The new workplace provided me with the opportunities to lead projects, learn new stuff related to technology which I have always wanted to learn, broadened my outlook on how businesses work. Although not directly related to my line of work but gave me a multidisciplinary skillsets which is much needed when you want to move to a bigger role probably, that is what time will tell, but I thoroughly enjoy learning new stuff. 

Shravanabelagola -The Bahubali Temple

 If you want to hustle away from the bustling Bangalore city life, Shravanabelagola is the place for you. 148 km from Bangalore city and a 3 hrs drive is all it takes to reach here. A quiet, peaceful temple dedicated to Lord Bahubali, a Jain saint, is a popular tourist place as well as a piligrimage. More than 2000 yrs old heritage, the structure is still strong and tall

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Happy Anniversary

 

In you I have found my partner in crime, a friend, a support, and a life long soul mate. To the very kind and caring one! 

Cookie Billy

Trip to Dharmsala and our stay at udichee huts in Naddi

 As a customary farewell every year, the year 2020 was bid adieu with a trip to Dharamsala. I always had Dharamsala and Himachal stay on my wishlist. And this materialized on 18 Dec 2020. Although corona was a dampener because the temples and monasteries were closed Temporarily but no one can shutdown the tranquil nature and thanks to corona that we could avoid the seasonal rush of tourists during this time of the year. Personally, I am not a fan of crowded places or crowd for that matter. To save time we booked air tickets from Del - Dharamsala. And what a view, from the flight as we approached Dharamsala. The aerial view mesmerizing, green , brown and white mountains with conical colorful houses. Breathtakingly beautiful view of the Himalayan range like a continuous running boundary wall. 

The Airport is surrounded by the Himalayan mountains with the top covered with snow like an icing on the cake. We took a cab from airport to Naddi where our hotel was located. The drive was joyous , serene , watching the mountains all around covered with greenery. That’s the beauty of Himalayas. They are so different from the other mountain ranges, unpredictable, variety describes them. Sometimes lush, sometimes barren, and sometimes covered with thick snow and need not mention how tall they are. It took 45 min drive to arrive at Naddi, a small village but quite and peaceful. Our hotel Udichee resorts is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in . Can you picture this, the hotel had a direct view of the beautiful Himalayas. Such a beautiful view! Our room window too opened to the Himalayan view. The staff is very courteous and hospitable. The rooms have all the amenities required to survive in cold weather. They have arrangements for “ sigri” and bon fire too. As soon as we arrived, we could not stop but walked straight to the terrace which has a great view of the mountains. We were offered hot Kaadha as welcome drink , much needed for immunity while traveling.Our hungry stomach craved for some delicious food and we ended up eating aloo, gobhi , paneer paranthas, followed by chole bhature and hot tea. The chilly air and soaking in the warmth of the sun whilst admiring the beauty of nature, what a combination!

Udichee huts, our room. 

Post refreshments and freshening up, we walked through the mcleodganj market , lined by the traditional Tibetan shops selling Buddhist artifacts and other winter garments. We walked to the Bhagsunag Falls, stopped at the shiva cafe, again what a unique ambience to experience on the mountain top. And one of the best coffees to was 

Morning view from cottage

View from terrace, early morning. 

Reading room. 

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