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Treasured Wheels
I love older things that people have used and cherished. They have personality, character, and soul ~ Anonymous
Tucked away in the hills of Sonapur (about 17 kms from Guwahati City) is a treasure trove of all things old & vintage. Under the tireless efforts of Mr Pickloo Deka over the years, flourishes his dream and hobby of collecting rare gems that occupy pages of history. Called the TREASURED WHEELS, it is his endeavour to collect and offer a peek to the glorious yesteryears to all the interested people of today & tomorrow. He says that he wants to leave behind glimpses of our rich history for the future generation, under one roof. (more…)
Being Random…again
Pic SourceBeing busy lazy I have not been able to come up with a proper post for quite a long time now. Things aren’t getting any better; so I decided to go ahead with a random post where I blurt anything and everything. Here it goes – (more…)
A Sip of Kashmir!
Kahwa being brewed in this beautiful & exotic looking Samovar
For the first time, the regional SARAS FAIR is being currently organized in Assam. And last Sunday I decided to pay a visit to the venue at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakhetra (Gate No.2). As per information available in the public domain 154 stalls of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) & private farms from 25 different states of the country are taking part in the fair with their ethnic products like food, clothes, ornaments, handicrafts, etc. (more…)
Photo Friday (26) – TAJ!
This is an inside view of the recently opened Vivanta by Taj at Guwahati. This is fast becoming one of the landmarks (more…)
Green thumb
In several of my posts earlier, I have shared about my tiny steps into the world of gardening. And if I have to name one person who motivates me to do so, it’s my Deuta (that’s what we call our father in Assamese). He loves (more…)
Photo Friday (25) – Bonfire Memories
As I had shared earlier, the night before Magh Bihu (also known as Bhogali Bihu) is known as Uruka. On this festive night, along with community/family feast, another thing I love is the tradition of setting up of a big bonfire and the whole group sitting around it. (more…)
Happy Bihu!
Wishing all my readers a very happy Bhogali Bihu!
Its also the time for Pongal, Uttarayan & Makar Sankranti….my best wishes to everyone who is celebrating either of these. 🙂
Rooted in Joy (Part IV)
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The glory of gardening – hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed – not just the body, but the soul! ~ Alfred Austin
As I have already shared in my previous posts over the years – Part I, Part II & Part III and one more post, I have slowly and steadily treaded into the world of gardening with my potted plants in the balcony. At present, I have a balcony full of pots with varied plants including a veggie patch too. 🙂 (more…)
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