The VOYAGE

After a strenuous week , today was one of the refreshing days of my life which I would treasure for all time. Not because today was my 25 th birthday! I was neither partying nor cutting the birthday cake … But it was altogether an unforgettable day! With GOKUL Gokul was on-time at the rendezvous, glad to see his new bike and his everlasting smile. I followed him and we drove few miles east through the steep roads that wind up-hill, it was small but refreshing. The sunset, dark clouds, lightning and the sounds of thunder, scenic beauty of the valley and the thin strand like roads down the hill were all mesmerizing. We sat there for some time enjoying the nature’s beauty, clicked few pictures and a selfie- the new culture we are following!!! . Drove down-hill crossing the paddy fields, narrow roads and a long bridge. It was drizzling by the time we reached his Tharavadu (ancestral home). It would be more than sixty years old but still had its splendor. A big back...

Another year fades Relations slip away, Every day turns To be a ruthless game. Starts all day, With lot of hope, But the lights went out With a solitary jolt. No trails left Of the one I loved, Still my heart Skips a beat. Crave to drive, Through the misty woods. But I burn the rubber In the City roads. Paying the debts, Clearing the bills. Is this the purpose Of this gifted life? I ain't Stingy, I am frugal. I ain't swagger, I am Modest. Lot of hurdles Still to clear. But no one near And nothing to fear. A time to act, A time to accept. And I believe Thy will be done. -Sunil

                                            Was it the writer's block or the hectic life ,something was hampering me from writing all these days. Not much fun in life, but lot of good things are happening around.                                               Atlast I got one good reason to write, my mother's birthday...I Wrote to her along with birthday cards (the only gift I could afford for at the moment).I was pretty happy after writing the same and I am sure she would be glad to receive those...                                                  I thought to keep a copy of this letter in 'THE VOYAGE' so that I can have a look at t...

   Three Years back...  The train whistles and slowly moves out of the station...the rush & hush in the platform is slowly vanishing… I was lucky to get the window seat to enjoy this beautiful early morning sky. The cool early morning breeze was touching my strands of hair. It was so soothing to see the vibrant colored sky and the rising sun through the morning mist. The train moved through the lush green paddy fields and I always cherish to see such a view where the mist floats above this green life...  Train is gaining pace and people are busy either  glancing the newspapers or with their mobile phones. Few enjoying music and many chatting with a morning coffee. Old man who sits beside me has already started sleeping, he looks tired and I noticed the heavy luggage he carried. Poor man, I whispered… Slowly my eyes started searching for some known faces but as usual in vain. Its quite boring sometimes if you are alone travelling and to add to yo...

AB Workout for Women: For all women who wish to reduce their abdomen flab and get a toned abs, check out this link in YOUtube.This is really good for the beginners. I even suggested to one of my friend whom I think is still doing these exercises. Make sure you do it in the right posture and I am sure you all be able to shape your abs and core. AB Workout - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Od8hBGoV-cg Side Planks - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4DjimUbvGc PLANKS: This is one of the best exercise which everyone can do,it helps you to tighten your core muscles and your abs. Points to note: Back should not be lifted in air and no sagging of the butt. The whole body should be in a straight line. Reps: 3-5 reps lasting for 1 min (maximum time you can stand in that posture) I personally feel that this is one of the easiest way in which you can strengthen your core muscles. Try it folks....

Push-ups @home I would like to share one of the You tube links which I feel we should include in our daily exercise, it's really good and helps you gain a muscular body. This increase your endurance too and if you miss one day of workout in gym, try to do this at home - it is a good warm up for your body. Feel the change within 3 weeks... Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1s-FhbNtKU0

Alarm didn't buzzed, my buddy didn't made the wake up call for the usual workout, sun rays cut through the window shield was directly falling on my bare chest … Sun rays that hit through window pan scattering through the particles in the air is what I saw when I opened my eyes.The room was filled with sun light and the clock ticks to 9, no one to wake me up or to give me a bed coffee .Roommate is sleeping after his night shift in a lumpy bed near me and it seems he is not getting a sound sleep.                                    I rushed  to GYM and lucky to be there before the doors closed. The time passed very quickly ...After my usual Rice & daal combo lunch, I searched the whole wardrobe and couldn't find a single good shirt to wear. Tried several shirts and nothing seemed to be good. As always I chose that 'Black Kurtha' which I liked the most, which was taken from my brother f...