Sitting at the threshold of this passing year, most things seem strangely different but contrastingly the same. There are no foggy nights and dewy mornings to herald 2019 but the perpetual moody weather that defines Bangalore. As I miss the shivering days of north, I only wonder when ‘Winter is coming’ at this point in life.
Looking back at the previous 12 months, this year has been an adventure rounding up some of the most life-changing events of life. While Google Maps are testimony to my visit to 14 cities this year, Facebook friend list added some comrades that made this journey worthwhile to lend Instagram its share of stories.
I think it’s imperative to document my thoughts before the hustle and bustle of new year takes over and it all gets lost in the noise of monotony.
Letting my words do the work, here are my top 10 takeaways from 2018:
1. Some Beautiful Places Checked Off From Bucket List
From the holy land of Amritsar to the city of Nizams in Hyderabad and from the salty air of Goa to familiar vibes of Delhi, this year brought oodles of income to MakeMyTrip.
Starting off the year on a holy note in Amritsar
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From the dazzling Dussehra of Mysore
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And then a literal high watching the waves crash in the ocean at Chapora Fort in Goa
2. Some Amazing People Who Made Bangalore Easier
Still wonder if I hadn’t met these weirdos in Bangalore, how quickly I would have booked a one way ticket back home! But as they say, when you least expect then only things surprise you.
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3. Writing Came Back From Hibernation
Don’t know if its too soon to say, but I guess my love for words has got back some of its flickers wishing to reignite again in the ring of fire!
The mind wanders and muses!
4. Kept Discovering Great Food and Coffee
A gastronome’s guide to life.
5. Music Found Its Company
Music had always been a constant. But this year, I am glad to find some awesome ones to make it a little easier when I randomly blurt out song lyrics that run in my head.
6. Few Fantastic Road Trips
There’s just something about road trips that makes me wish I never had to come back!
Rains and this voice
Capturing Goa Vibes
7. Seeing Ayushmann Khurrana Perform
A boyfriend would be nice but I have already got him.
Chan Kitthan Guzari Oye???
8. Clicking Pictures To Stop My Brain From Forgetting
For my always zoning out brain, the camera is a handy object to express the articles of reality.
9. A Job That Offers Mixed Blessings
It’s not perfect. It’s miles away from my passion. But just good enough to pay the bills and let me enjoy all of the above.
One of the good perks is seeing such impressive buildings up close!
10. A Wishlist For The Future
It would be futile to chronicle this year without considering some goals for the future. Writing down a few of them here so that people who love me keep me in line:
-A solo trip
-Completing the unread section of my bookshelf
-Shedding a few kilos to live a little extra
-Honing my hobbies to convert them into skills
It’s my first new year away from the comforts of home but oddly satisfying in the company of new loved ones. Like time fleets away, this year was just like a long haul of a migratory bird flying from home to a distant land. Gathering new experiences, making new friends and looking to find my next destination.
Harbouring all the hope for future, I look forward to embrace the new year spreading joy and happiness.
Harbouring all the hope for future, I look forward to embrace the new year spreading joy and happiness.
