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Life takes a splendid turn An angel for which we yearned Innocence has found a new face Mischief is about to grace Little nose like buttery bun Eyes like 2 dollops of sun Tiny hands tiny feet You will make our family complete Strange are the ways of the world attached to the unborn curled Fill our lives with joy and light Your smile will be our delight I wonder which came first The body, soul or innocuous heart since you are a part of me that grows How much of me you already know? Just like your primitive cell A fragment of my soul also dwells? However you come about to us You be the darling, sweetheart our precious Kindle us with warmth and love And gratitude to the supreme above!

When you are in one of the best lush green landscapes amidst monsoons our country has to offer - you must realise you have to explore all four corners of the state and sometimes along the boundaries as well. One such memorable trip happened in September 2016 where we covered the Konkan coastline and satisfied our craving of sea and long drives. The Itinerary So there was no specific itinerary for the trip and we travelled from south to north along the coast where the road took us - Murud Beach in Dapoli, Harnai , Anjarle, Kelshi and Harihareshwar - all in a 3 day trip! So we had the pleasant weather of mid September and a long weekend ahead, giving us an opportunity to plan a long drive all the down way south to Ganapatipule. We started off from Mumbai just fine in the early morning. Being a photography enthusiast and a beginner, I didn't miss any opportunity to click as we sped by the highways or small towns of Maharashtra. Our one such stop was a village near Mahad where

There some tourist places in India and specifically hill stations which are quite famous and popular among tourists mainly because these never fail to delight us. Mahabaleshwar is one of them. Nestled in the western ghats forests of Maharashtra, the place is ideal for an extended weekend getaway from Pune/Mumbai both. How to reach: For road junkies, this 5 hour trip is a pleasure drive on good smooth roads and ghats.  Your own vehicle will also provide you the ease of travelling and stopping at any picturesque points you encounter....and there are quite a few! If not, buses are always an alternative. The train service is only available from Mumbai to Pune, ahead of which a bus or taxi is the most recommended mode of transport. The journey is enjoyable and you will encounter many local stall set ups along the road with home made pickles and Spices.  These are definitely worth a try and a to do in your what to buy in Mahabaleshwar. Panchgani - is quaint little town on

If you are in India and are looking for a good vacation alternative with no visa hassles and cheaper currency, your next destination should be Bali, Indonesia.                               Archipelago of  islands - Indonesia, is famous for beaches, volcanoes, thick beautiful forests and this makes it a perfect destination to for travelers looking for varied experiences. And most sought after island of all is Bali.                                   Bali is a beautiful island with beaches, mountains  and waterfalls to explore. Here is my 3 day itinerary for Bali in the month of April last year. Notable Places to see in Bali- Below are the top highlighted places in Bali which can help you plan your itinerary. 1. Ubud - handicraft villages, Tegenungan waterfalls, Tegalalang rice terraces, Kintamani active volcano 2. Beaches - Kuta, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, Legion, Dreamland 3. Temple - Uluwatu Day 1: Ubud - There are many cultural villages preserved in the Ubud region