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Wild Paradise: Cherry Tree or Serviceberry Tree

For all the posts in the Wild Paradise Series, go here. Either this is a Cherry Tree or a Serviceberry Tree in full bloom. Coming back from the UCONN Men’s College Basketball Championship Parade a few weeks ago, we saw these lined up on the edges of Bushnell Park, in full white glory and pretty.

Holidays & Observances: Puthandu / Baisakhi / Vishu / Pohela Boisakh

For all the posts in this Holidays & Observances series, go here. Prologue: I have been meaning to write a series about Holidays and Observances that we (my family and friends) follow in both India (my birth country) and USA (my adopted country). This series is dedicated to those. On a side note, perhaps IContinue reading “Holidays & Observances: Puthandu / Baisakhi / Vishu / Pohela Boisakh”

Destination: Adventure 7c – Championship Parade

For all posts about the adventures and one of a kind bucket list items, click here. UCONN Huskies Men’s College Basketball team won the championship this year (2023), the fifth time they have won (last time was in 2014). As an alum of UCONN myself, I was proud to witness the boys/men walk their championshipContinue reading “Destination: Adventure 7c – Championship Parade”

Imagine-Art: Wing Form

For posts on all Murals, Sculptures and Artwork I have come across, go here. Prologue: I am always amazed at imagination that artists use various colors to bring to life on a wall. And so also what they create with any kind of metal. These are some of those murals, sculptures and any kind ofContinue reading “Imagine-Art: Wing Form”

Strange Oddities and Peculiar Pretties: Fish Tanks at the Hospital

For all posts about the wonderful and weird surprising stuff I did or saw, click here. The hospital I frequent showcases this fish tank; and I fact I have seen such fish tanks in several wings at this hospital. It is to give therapeutic relief for patients who visit them. An incredible donation by someContinue reading “Strange Oddities and Peculiar Pretties: Fish Tanks at the Hospital”

Bridge, Buggy & Byway: Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge

Refer to various posts on Bridges, Buggies and Boardwalks (includes Railway Lines) that I come across during my hikes and travels. Prologue: Here is a fun series showcasing unique or interesting bridges; charming vehicles that I pictured with; boardwalks that I came across during my hikes or jaunts; and railway lines giving a perfect backdropContinue reading “Bridge, Buggy & Byway: Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge”

Bridge, Buggy & Byway: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Bridge, Buggy & Byway: Red Scooter

Bites N Flavors – iKura Sushi Bar & Grill

For posts on various restaurants that I visited, go here. Prologue: May 10th is National Small Business Day. One of those are these cute little mom and pop restaurants or locally owned cafes and dive-ins. This series brings forth those little nuggets of places that I visit for my meals. Verdictum: Small and intimate feelingContinue reading “Bites N Flavors – iKura Sushi Bar & Grill”

Splendid Structures: BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

For posts on all structures such as temples, churches and building I have come across, go here. Prologue: A series that showcases the beautiful temples and churches I visit in my travels or I accidentally come across while taking an off-beaten path. And sometimes yes, I would include buildings and palaces too. One of theContinue reading “Splendid Structures: BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir”