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Strange Oddities and Peculiar Pretties: 100 plus years Vintage Bushnell Carousel

For all posts about the wonderful and weird surprising stuff I did or saw, click here. Built in 1914, this vintage Carousel in Bushnell Park, Hartford, Connecticut is a treasure and a surprise find. It houses 48 hand-carved wooden horses and two lovers’ chariots that swirl around a booming Wurlitzer band organ. This is onlyContinue reading “Strange Oddities and Peculiar Pretties: 100 plus years Vintage Bushnell Carousel”

Holidays & Observances: Ramadan

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: Ramadan”

Holidays & Observances: Varudhini Ekadasi

For all the posts in this Holidays & Observances series, go here. For prologue on Ekadasi, go to the very first post 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). ThisContinue reading “Holidays & Observances: Varudhini Ekadasi”

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”

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

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: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R”