We have all heard that the sky has always inspired artists, poets and writers. We have read the beautiful descriptions in their works and admired the allure of the azure blue sky. I have heard of tales where people have survived in dull and dreary environments just by visualising a clear blue sky and a…
What I Learnt From Dad During Our Morning Walks
Today is father’s day, a day to celebrate and say thank you to our dad. A dad is a very special person in our life, especially so for a daughter. A daughter adores her father. He considers her to be his little angel and dotes on her. This relationship helps daughters in shaping their personality.…
The Majestic Crow Pheasant
The Crow Pheasant or the Greater Coucal is a majestic bird. It belongs to the cuckoo order of birds (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greater_coucal). It looks a little like a crow, but, it has a long tail like a pheasant. It is known as the king of crows. This bird is commonly found across Asia, in particular, in India,…
The Azure Blue of the Western Scrub Jay
If you live in North America, you may be familiar with the deep azure blue of the Western Scrub Jay. You many have spotted one in your backyard. I sighted this bird in my brother's backyard in San Jose, California. The Western Scrub Jay is a bird native to western North America. They are also…
Gloriosa Superba (Thok Poo) From Coorg
Gloriosa Superba is a beautiful flower as seen in the picture above. I witnessed it in bloom in a clearing in the forest during the monsoon in Coorg or Kodagu in India. This flower is also known as Flame Lily, Glory Lily, Tiger Claw and Fire Lily. It is the national flower of Zimbabwe and also…