Happy Memories -- Srikanth's Birthdays!

 

Happy Memories -- Srikanth's Birthdays!

A Year Older, A Year Brighter!

Ch. Srikanth Through the Years:

From a Baby to Towering Teens,

A Journey Through His Birthdays!

A Video of Celebrations!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SRIKANTH!

8th September 2024

VIDEO:

I remain, dreaming of their return again...

 

As trees and birds vanish all over the Twin Cities,

A small, green and serene place exists.

This refuge, my haven, my happy dwelling,

Yet even here, the birds are quietly vanishing.

Their wings so bright, now slowly disappearing,

The songs they sang, now softly dwindling.

I miss their colourful company,

Their melodies, once wild and free.

 

Do you know why Lord Hanuman is always depicted in an orange hue?

According to a popular belief, it is said that… once Lord Hanuman observed that Sita Devi would apply a Sindhoor/Vermillion Bindi/Bottu, a decorative mark in the middle of her forehead and at the parting of her hair every day. He asked Sita Devi why she did so. To this, Sita Devi replied that applying Sindhoor ensured a long life for Lord Rama.

Upon hearing this, Lord Hanuman applied Sindhoor on his entire body to ensure Lord Rama's immortality. Lord Rama was overwhelmed by Lord Hanuman's actions and he declared that whoever would worship Lord Hanuman with Sindhoor would be free from all problems and difficulties. This is why Hanuman’s idols in Temples are always coated with Sindhoor – mostly in an orange hue. Devotees believe that worshipping Hanuman with Sindhoor brings blessings, fulfils wishes and removes obstacles in life.

Sindhoor has a deep significance in Hindu traditions from time immemorial. Originally made from a combination of Turmeric and Saffron and nowadays in many different combinations like Vermillion. It is used in all Hindu rituals and traditions, in offerings and prayers to Gods, in blessings to people – elders and children, festivals and in wedding ceremonies. Married women apply it on their forehead and parting of hair every day as a wish for their husband’s well-being and long life.

Sindhoor/Vermillion can be found in houses, offices, workplaces, Temples and rituals of Hindus, it signifies auspiciousness and happiness. And worshipping Lord Hanuman with Sindhoor in an orange hue brings blessings, fulfils wishes and removes obstacles in life. 

 

Who is missing in this video!?

VIDEO

In such family gatherings, joy is embraced,

Yet some are missing, far away,

Beyond the seas, in distant places,

But one is here, though out of sight,

Busy crafting memories bright.

With hands engaged and heart so true,

He works to spread the laughter's hue,

Applauding silently, he stands,

A hidden figure in our plans.

His deepest wish, his heart's delight,

To see each face with joy alight,

For as long as he can share a smile,

He tries to bring cheer, mile by mile. 

Chained Majesty

 

In a world of steel and chains,

Lies a tiger, wild yet tamed.

Eyes that once roamed free and wide,

Now gaze upon a world confined.

Majestic stripes, a regal stance,

Bound by fate, denied the chance.

To roam the forests, hunt and play,

In nature’s lap, to freely stay.

Yet in those eyes, a spark remains,

A dream of freedom, beyond these chains.

May we one day, with hearts so true,

Restore the wild, for them and you.

In ‘Srilekha’ – our abode’s green, a sanctuary model abides

The green canopy you see here is at Srilekha,

A verdant embrace, where leaves whisper tales,

Good enough for a healthy walk underneath,

Where nature's breath fills your lungs with peace.

Almost every day I walk here to keep fit,

Tracing paths where sunlight dances and fades,

And in this rainy season when it is so cool,

The air is crisp, a gentle, refreshing cascade.

With or without rain my walk is gladder,

Each step a symphony of earth's soft song,

More like an adventurous stroll in a rainforest,

Where dreams and reality beautifully belong.

Raghu Thatha Movie - Disclaimer by N. Raghu

 

DISCLAIMER

As you know, I am known as "Raghu Thatha" to many in the family, but the movie "Raghu Thatha" is not related to me. Any similarities between the movie and our family are purely coincidental and should be disregarded, as it is a creation of the filmmakers. 🙂

I hope it is a good movie, I wish it a great success.