Walking Around

Wanted to walk around for some time, enjoying the greenery and that special violet color flower, which was almost everywhere in Yercaud.

On the way back I noticed that the car windshield was blurred with the fog. And did the same, what everyone else does in that situation - scribbled some texts on it for fun :)

The place was so calm that, I couldn't find any other tourists around. Felt like the whole place was only for us. And that’s was the best part of the trip.

Sun Rise at Yercaud

We reached the resort by 12:45 am. Got the room in five minutes and immediately settled to embrace the bed. We were totally tired by the hair pin bend drive. 

A totally different place and atmosphere. A real feeling of vacation, away from the same usual daily life. The feeling was wonderful. 

While I travel, I prepare my mind to experience the best of that place.  Mind creates that mood. Even the minuscule things around will feel special then. And the feeling is priceless.

The place around was quiet, chilled and peaceful. Kept the alarm at 5:30 am and slept like a baby in that tranquility. 

Got up  by 6:00 am. There was an urge from inside, to get out of the bed, which usually never happens on a typical day, but always happen on a vacation. Rushed out of the hotel to walk around, to feel the Yercaud morning. Unlike the vehicle horns, the sweet talks of birds around welcomed me. It was so soothing to be around then. Fresh air kept hitting my lungs, which chilled me from the inside. I decided to walk for a few distance, towards the mountain edge, to see the spectacular view of the city. The city was still sleeping then and the white colored fog covered it like a quilt. 

Wondered and enjoyed the beauty of the nature for some time and walked back to the hotel, which presented me with the wonderful sight of sun rise. Every time I watch the sun rise, I feel like the duck egg yolk rising up. The orange color is so intense, that I tried to capture it in my frames. Enjoyed the view for some time and walked back to the hotel for a coffee.

How can I describe that feeling which I went through? I don’t know…

I can see you through the woods...

Yercaud Hair Pin Bends

We planned for Ooty trip and cancelled it because Ani was afraid of Hair Pin Bends. But she missed out the fact that Yercaud too has a similar journey trail. On the way to Yercaud, when her daddy told her about the bends, she lost all the confidence. Was afraid about the journey. However we made it with the grace of GOD and now she is not at all worried about the bends. Now Ooty seems to be an approved destination from her :)

From Salem to Yercaud, around 25 km stretch is an uphill climb. And the time was around 11:00 pm and by the time we reached the hotel, it was 12:45 am. We switched on the GPS on the way, which was the only help for us in the whole journey. Not even a single life form around at that time expect a couple of vehicles came by.

The moment Ani saw the route projected by Google Maps; it was far more interesting :) See the map below.

On the way back from Yercaud, we drove down the hill by 2:00 in the afternoon. I felt like riding during the night time is safer than compared to the day time. At least we can expect the vehicles with their lights then.

Leaving all the above facts aside, the view from the top - STUNNING. The well illuminated Salem city, it was a breathtaking view...Resorts all the way, and tempting flora/funa...It made us to enjoy & wonder at the magnificent work of the GOD with the nature...

Eye Camp Experience

Initially I thought I am doing it for the company. However I realized later that it was something I always wanted to do. I might not be doing a great thing there. Might be writing the name of the students and their age on a piece of paper. But I do it with such happiness in heart. And when each students comes to me and when I tell them to go to their class by slipping a chocolate in their hands, that's the best moment :)

Am I alright, Doc? 

Clinic on the wheels

Waiting for their turn for the eye checkup

On a mission that matters...

Responsibility

Giving back to the society is always a responsibility. And I am proud to be a part of an organization, which values this perspective. And am happy for that opportunity to interact with a wider group of upcoming promising generation. They are the miracles of tomorrow, a generation who brings out wonderful changes around...