Gardening has always been more than just a hobby—it's a thread that connects me to some of my dearest childhood memories. I often think of my mother and the vibrant gardens surrounding the spacious bungalows where I grew up. As a child, I’d spend hours playing among the trees and shrubs, quietly picking up gardeningContinue reading "The Garden That Grows With Me"
Happy Easter
4.1.2024- Blue Moon Crocuses in bloom in my garden "no winter lasts forever; no spring skips it's turn"
Snapshots
Watching Spring's renewal of life, beautiful backyard birds and delightful wildlife I engage with the enchanting nature everyday, and I wonder what it has to say! Crocus: Like every year, my first bloom in the garden this week. Follow me: https://m.facebook.com/SnapshotsandStories/ for more snapshots and stories.
Rocky’s Black Friday Shopping
Rocky loves to ride in the car. He mostly settles down in the backseat sleeping. When he is not, he stares intensely at the front seat driver or passenger following the conversation and making sure everything is fine. He only gets up on his two hind legs to check the surroundings if the car slowsContinue reading "Rocky’s Black Friday Shopping"
Through Peace to Light
"I do not ask, O Lord, that Thou shouldst shed; Full radiance here; Give but a ray of peace that I may tread; Without a fear" Late Fall: the soft morning rays of the rising sun falls on the Hickory tree leaves that are about to fall off
Happy Diwali 2023
Rocky is an Adult!
Rocky turned 2 in May this year and was officially declared an adult dog by the vet last month during his annual check up! At 2, Rocky is a healthy, happy dog boy and there was nothing big in my list to discuss with the vet, except for the lack of thick hair in hisContinue reading "Rocky is an Adult!"
Morning Shadow and Glow
If I were a sunbeam I know where I would go; Into the darkest corner to spread some cheer and glow Today Morning@7:00am
Note Card
Smiling in Beauty
A peaceful place in my garden: Flowers, Flowers, Fragrant and Gay, Everywhere we See Smiling and Chiming in Beauty Each Day, Blooming for You and Me
Lilies
Colorful elegant lilies herald the month of July and August in my garden. "Flowers, flowers, fragrant and gay, everywhere we see, Smiling in beauty each day, blooming for you and me"
Ring out the Old, Ring in the New
February: The sight of fresh new leaves on my indoor plant finally brought some relief and a smile to my face. But at the same time I felt heavy hearted when I saw the few remaining old leaves that were about to die and fall off.... July: Indoors, the new leaves that came out turnedContinue reading "Ring out the Old, Ring in the New"
The Himalayan Foothills
A long desire to visit the foothills of Himalayas was finally fulfilled early this year. Even though a short stint, but the trip to Rishikesh, the yoga capital of the world has been a memorable one. Halfway around the world now, in a quiet corner of my room, I can visualize the turquoise green watersContinue reading "The Himalayan Foothills"
The Black-capped Chickadee
"High among the branches is a cosy nest; Listen as the nestlings try to chirp their best"
Sweet Memories of Sweet Beverages from India
"We do not remember days, we remember moments"
Spring Tulips
I happened to have a layover at Amsterdam during a long journey to Asia. As the plane slowly descended in preparation for landing, I spotted some colored fields from my window seat. Initially confused, I soon realized I was looking at the famous tulip fields along the canals! I wished I had enough time toContinue reading "Spring Tulips"
Mother’s Day
Acrobatics in Snow
Albeit a bit late to share some winter snow pictures... Here is Rocky having too much fun trying to catch a snow ball in the February snow. I was amazed to see him jump so high and realized how tall he is if he stood on his two hind legs. As you can see heContinue reading "Acrobatics in Snow"
Godly Confluence
"There is beauty all round; There is joy in every sound; Peace and plenty here abide; Smiling sweet on every side" Devprayag, Uttarakhand, India Left to right: The rivers Bhagirathi from the Gangotri glaciers and Alaknanda from Badrinath meet here, merges into one and continues downstream through the narrow Himalayan valleys as Holy Ganga orContinue reading "Godly Confluence"
Celebrating Spring
"March wakes the flowers of Spring; Makes the silent birds to sing; Pass it on, pass it on, pass it on"
Legacy
A post in honor of Black Month. Black Month reminds me of a beautiful mural with a strong message which I saw in Philadelphia few years ago. The mural, on the side of a building facing a parking lot, explores the work of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass to end slavery. This piece of artContinue reading "Legacy"
Rocky @ One Year Eight Months
I have read about behavioral changes in a dog after being neutered.Honestly, I have not noticed a huge change in Rocky since December, when he was neutered. May be a slight change in the barking pattern when he meets other dogs during his walk and overall good behavior during the daily walks. Nowadays, he greetsContinue reading "Rocky @ One Year Eight Months"
Black n White in Snow White
Spot me if you can!Looking for it's mateA stroll in the snowCamouflaged in black and white #my 50th post
Happy New Year
Wishing you all good health, happiness, peace and prosperity in 2023. May your new year be filled with adventure and joy!
Happy Holidays
The holidays are coming up. So that Rocky can have some fun time with us over the holidays, I scheduled his neutering appointment earlier this month. We had read a lot about it and just followed the veterinarian's advice and got it done soon after he turned 18 months. It was indeed hard to seeContinue reading "Happy Holidays"
Pass it On
I recognized the Red-bellied Woodpecker who came to the bird feeder from the woods today. I captured the moment with a smile.......... "Was it the sunshine of a smile, Pass it on; Staying but a little while, Pass it on" I celebrate 1000+ all-time views of my website with this post to share my joy!Continue reading "Pass it On"
Rocky’s First Hotel Stay
Recently Rocky had the opportunity of an overnight stay at a pet friendly hotel. I wasn't sure how he would behave but more worried if he would sniff at every corner of the hotel lobby, elevator, corridor and pee. I packed his favorite blanket, but in my heart I knew he would love the bedContinue reading "Rocky’s First Hotel Stay"
Happy Thanksgiving
Sending good wishes to all my followers this Thanksgiving! May you have all the best delights in life.
Buddha and the Deer
Both Captured in one Frame From all kinds of flowers,Seek teachings everywhere,Like a deer that findsA quiet place to graze,Seek Seclusion to digestAll you have gathered. . . — Chögyal Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche
Beaver Blood Moon
Total Lunar Eclipse Blood Moon captured from my front yard early morning today. The street light illuminates the bright yellow Fall foliage. In the background the Beaver Moon glows red and orange as the earth's shadow slips on the face of the Full Moon. The reddish glow would have surely looked eerie in the darkContinue reading "Beaver Blood Moon"
Cosmos
"Flowers of earth and buds of heaven"
Expressions
Rocky is very inquisitive and sneaky. He is almost one and a half years old but his facial expressions can match up to any adult human. It's just mesmerizing. The photo below captures his casual stare but often with some intention. He seems to be soaking up everything he is watching. Reminds me of myContinue reading "Expressions"
Rocky’s Fall Adventures
Fall is a lovely season. Nature celebrates itself by displaying vibrant colors ranging from shades of yellow to orange all around. This year it has been more enjoyable, thanks to Rocky. I want to share some of our adventures together exploring the nature during our daily morning walks. I love the fact that he stopsContinue reading "Rocky’s Fall Adventures"
Mesmerizing Raw Beauty of Fall
"Beauty is truth’s smile when she beholds her own face in a perfect mirror." -Rabindranath Tagore Sunset at Lake Skaneateles, New YorkSunset and Seagulls at Lake Skaneateles, New YorkRemnants of Summer Blooms as Fall takes over @Lake Skaneateleshttps://ridewithtia.com/2022/09/06/alluring-beauty-lake-skaneatelesThe White Houses and the Colored Trees @ Lake SkaneatelesThe hill top peaking through the clouds; the redContinue reading "Mesmerizing Raw Beauty of Fall"
Nature’s unfolding
"The flower's age is but a day; its bloom the pledge of it's decay Sweet it's perfume, it's color bright; it blooms at noon and fades at night" @7:30 am @8:00 am@ 12 noondifferent angle @ 12 noon@6:30pm
Snoopy Rocky
It's been awhile I posted an update on Rocky. I am happy to see your response to so many of Rocky's post. Well, time is flying and Rocky is already a year old now and a tiny bit settled in his behavior. He doesn't jump on people when on a walk and of course heContinue reading "Snoopy Rocky"
Alluring Beauty: Lake Skaneateles
Skaneateles is a picturesque village in Onondaga County, in central New York, United States. I have always heard a lot about its beauty from everyone local to this area and that how pretty it is during summer and specially winter. On one short trip to central New York, I realized we were very close toContinue reading "Alluring Beauty: Lake Skaneateles"
Best Friends: bubble bee and lavender
“Blessed Three”
"Meek and Lowly, Pure and Holly; Chief among the 'blessed three' Turning Sadness into Gladness"
Days of the Week
It's springtime and this past week, pristine flowers of different shades of mauve and purple bloomed in my garden. I have dedicated each portrait to a day of the week, as every day is a chance to start afresh! Take a moment to appreciate these beauties of nature, enjoy and share! For any day ofContinue reading "Days of the Week"
Blend of Natural and Artificial
Texture and Pattern: mix of natural shadow patterns with beautiful flower Rangoli Rangoli, outside the main entrance at a cultural event in Bangalore, India To learn more about Rangoli: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/04/style/rangoli-art-diwali.html
Rocky by the Sea
It's springtime and warming up. Nature's greenery is back and there are beautiful and gorgeous blossoms all around. As we enjoy this warm weather, we are also looking forward to something else. It's Rocky's birthday! He turns one year old this week! Yay! In celebration we headed out to the beach yesterday. Nonetheless we wereContinue reading "Rocky by the Sea"
Flowers of Spring
"God make my life a little flower, That giveth joy to all, Content to bloom in native bower, Although the place be small" Primrose
Sandwich Marshland and the Misty Shores of Chatham
On the northern curve of Cape Cod, the Sandwich Marshland stretches like a quiet, living quilt of green and gold. Woven with tidal creeks, salt marsh grasses, and the slow rhythm of nature, the marsh pulses with the ebb and flow of Cape Cod Bay. A wooden boardwalk threads its way through this tranquil expanse,Continue reading "Sandwich Marshland and the Misty Shores of Chatham"
Footprints in the Snow: Walking the Mortal World
On a peaceful evening walk through the neighborhood, the soft blanket of snow created a serene, quiet atmosphere. The world seemed still, as if time itself had slowed down. As I strolled along, taking in the crisp air and the beauty around me, a herd of white-tailed deer appeared in the distance. It was aContinue reading "Footprints in the Snow: Walking the Mortal World"
A Lake-Effect Snowstorm in New York: A Winter I’ll Never Forget
I have never experienced a winter quite like this. In the heart of the lake-effect snowstorm, central New York became a frozen, snow-covered world where the storm’s intensity left me awestruck and humbled by nature’s fury. The landscape was transformed by the fierce snowstorm, with thick snow covering the ground and creating massive snowdrifts. BlowingContinue reading "A Lake-Effect Snowstorm in New York: A Winter I’ll Never Forget"
Rocky’s Third Christmas
Rocky is now 3 1/2 years old, and in dog years, he’s a young man—full of personality, well-established habits, and quirks. He continues to surprise us in the most delightful ways. It’s incredible how animals communicate so profoundly without uttering a single word, relying instead on their expressions and actions. I often find myself wishingContinue reading "Rocky’s Third Christmas"
Sand Sculptures
Under the warm embrace of the June sun, the 24th Hampton Beach Sand Sculpture event transformed the tranquil shores into a bustling haven of artistry and imagination. Talented sculptors from around the globe converged on this picturesque New Hampshire coastline, to craft ephemeral masterpieces. https://hamptonbeach.org/events/sand-sculpture-event/ Each grain of sand became a stroke in their sandyContinue reading "Sand Sculptures"
RidewithTia 