Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Day 2

To see about all my travel diaries, go here. Prologue: A fun series that documents my travels. Day 2 of the Royal Caribbean Cruise took us to the Coco Cay Island or Little Stirrup Cay which is primarily used Royal Caribbean cruises private island since 1977. We spent another day on beach, went into theContinue reading “Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Day 2”

Beacons of Fire: Nassau Harbor Lighthouse, Paradise Island, Bahamas

For all the posts in the Beacons of Fire Series, go here. Prologue: I love Nora Roberts books, well her books mostly those that she wrote prior to 2009. One of her book is the 1985 romantic novel, One Man’s Art, fourth in her longest series, The McGregor Series. The hero of the story, GrantContinue reading “Beacons of Fire: Nassau Harbor Lighthouse, Paradise Island, Bahamas”

Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Night 2

To see about all my travel diaries, go here. Prologue: A fun series that documents my travels. Upon returning from Nassau back to the Cruise Ship, we decked up for the “Best Dress Day” Dinner. Caught the sunset before heading back in to change into something flirty. We had so much fun exploring the ship,Continue reading “Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Night 2”

Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Day 1

To see about all my travel diaries, go here. Prologue: A fun series that documents my travels. We woke up on Day 1 to the sights of a bustling city of Nassau, Capital of Bahamas. Got to walk through the port town before reaching Junkan Beach, a very happening place. We spent the entire dayContinue reading “Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Day 1”

Bridge, Buggy & Byway: Car & Camper aboard the Cruise Ship

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: Car & Camper aboard the Cruise Ship”

Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Night 1

To see about all my travel diaries, go here. Prologue: A fun series that documents my travels. I have never been a fan of cruises as they give me nausea. I manage small shorter trips but longer ones I never dared. So finally I February I went on the Liberty of Seas, part of RoyalContinue reading “Diaries: Cruising on the Atlantic Ocean – Night 1”

Photo Ideas: Elevate the Pallu of your Saree

I saw this style of photography on an FB Saree Group and had wanted to recreate it for a while. Finally at Sankranthi when my mom was performing her pooja (= worship) and her rituals, I set her pallu in this style to capture it’s Benaras Brocade work. I wish the pallu was a littleContinue reading “Photo Ideas: Elevate the Pallu of your Saree”

Wild Paradise: Decorated Bulls for Sankranthi

For all the posts in the Wild Paradise Series, go here. One of the biggest harvest festival in India is Sankranthi that is celebrated all over India with various names, but similar concepts. In Telangana and Andhra Pradesh (the two Telugu speaking states), one if the biggest attraction are Gangireddulavaru (= Men dressed up withContinue reading “Wild Paradise: Decorated Bulls for Sankranthi”

Wild Paradise: Flowers in my parents home

For all the posts in the Wild Paradise Series, go here. Some of the flowers that grow in India I don’t see them here in US at all. Two of these I found at my parent’s home and one at my aunt’s home – Brahma Kamalam (An auspicious flower according to Hindu Mythology, and growsContinue reading “Wild Paradise: Flowers in my parents home”

Imagine-Art: Some more art from CT Flower and Garden Show

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: Some more art from CT Flower and Garden Show”