Wo(a)ndering thoughts!!!

I’m  writing about 10 things that I’m grateful for.. that's everyday until Christmas, four days to go and  Day 6 is Wanderlust . I close my eyes and pick a place, Somewhere sandy, somewhere breezy, With coconut trees and many more tall green trees, I don’t see a soul in there, It’s so quiet and peaceful, I can hear the waves. ‘Mommy!! We’ve reached, Look out the window!!’, I open my eyes and see my dream. Dreams could go beyond reality, but when it  comes true, It’s just beautiful and perfect.. If I get lost, I’ll find my way back, If the food is blunt, I won’t complain, If the food is spicy, I’ll have an ice cream, I would live like local and Bargain like a tourist. I’m so grateful for all the time I spent in those places and the wanderlust inside me. It changes perspective, it helped widen my mind, it shaped me in a good way. The cultures, people, the food, lifestyle, traditions.. I’m so grateful for everything I learnt on m...

I wrote about blind dates in  lost and found myself post. After writing that, it started to bring back my self exploration memories and I thought I should pen down one of my blind date story from my # theblindlist . Do you agree that people around us influence our thoughts, I’m really lucky most of my friends are always planning their next holiday and inspiring me with their stories. This blind date is special to me because of my fascination towards this country, their history, culture and the accent that has a command in a classy way; More than that the awe for the monarchy that ruled half of the world at one point and ruled my home country almost 200 years. Yes, I’m talking about London – the city of my dreams. Being a big fan of Escape to country episodes, I dream to escape to an English country and live in an old house that has lots of character, surrounded by a huge farm. <With the option of Airbnb these days, maybe I can fulfil my dream soon.> ...

July 17 th 2003 I’m not sure what I’m feeling right now, nervous or anxious or excited or all mixed. I’m sitting in my window seat, watching the flight caterers push away the giant staircase(truck). ‘Mam!! Seat Belts please!’ Suddenly I hear a beautiful voice of the Airhostess telling me to wear my seat belts.. I try to do it myself, I'm panicking & my brain isn’t thinking straight. Women sitting next to me comes to my rescue ‘Let me help you dear!’ . It is embarrassing, I’m 21 and I’m going to US of A all alone to do my masters and I don’t know how to wear seat belts!!! This is not my first flight.. I have been in flight once before to Delhi with my cousin. But this is different.. This is my first international flight, all alone, my way to experience freedom and Life. If my grandma was alive this minute, she wouldn’t have believed I’m going to US of A to study.. But I’m sure she would be proud of me. I may not be a high-ranker but I have lot of dreams.. ...

This is another write up on my memory lane-2011 Year of travel to my dream places- London, Touch of Europe & Asia.. I can officially name 2011 as my year of travel.. Last I did travel like this was in 2005 with friends.. I love travelling, preparing for travel, planning for travel.. anything to do with travel.. I guess everyone does- new culture, new place..  I don't like rush and see all the touristy place. Take all the time to spend as much time to explore & understand the place / culture. Most important thing I learnt from all the travel is to  use public transport as much as possible, I believe thats the only way u learn abt the place &  meet ppl.. here goes my 2011 nostalgic travel lane.. Feb: Germany G had official work in Stuttgart & I decided to tag along(as always..) .. That was a nice break for me & ofcourse G had to work hard everyday.. So I was forced to have fun  solo.. From Stuttgart we had to go to B...