Six Interesting Years Of Blogging Journey!

Yay! A six year blogging anniversary.

Honestly, the feeling is incredible. As usual, I struggled to write a brilliant/ heart warming commemorative post around number six. I thought I had it nailed and then I didn’t. Procrastination landed the knock out blow and I was out. (WordPress sent me the anniversary notice a week ago. Sigh!)

By the way, I still love blogging in spite of my erratic posting schedule. So trying something for the first time. A six word story in six lines for what blogging has come to mean to me.

“To be alive in the moment,

Where my thoughts find a form,

Opening the floodgates to colourful memories,

Read, comments, support and cheer on!

And what’s a post without photos,

Looking for six, settling for three.”

Thank you lens- artists challenge for nudging me on. You are the reason I dive into my photo archives weekly irrespective of whether I post or not. This week is a winner though. I got stories to tell.

The strength of faith.

Bells and elephants in Shringi Rishi Temple compound. So what’s unusual about that?

Bells are expected in a Hindu temple but not these many elephant sculptures in a row. I was stumped.

The fog cleared when the priest mentioned the elephant god, Ganesha, remover of obstacles. Apparently, people leave elephant statues and bells when their wish comes true. Pretty neat, right?

Definitely seeking his blessings for my writing. Jai Ganesha!

Reflection point.

This picture was taken in Chhapaiya. Its claim to fame, the birthplace of Swaminarayan whose legacy includes the beautiful Akshardham Temples around the world.

I had planned a day of checking out this religious centre but didn’t factor in the timings. The guards were extremely punctual and I missed the entry by minutes. So all I have are the pictures of a lake outside its gates. By the way, the lake was swarming with visitors waiting. So this was truly a lucky shot.

The cow’s head was barely noticeable then. Can’t say the same when we see the photo, right?

Beauty lies in details.

The Lord of the Rings, behold the king!

My dog’s tag!

Despite that label, he is a very happy dog.

Aiming to capture that kind of magic in my posts.

“Notice the little things and the beauty of the world around you. It’s there if only you take the time to see it.”

Tina Schell

To six years and counting, cheers!

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