I am doing my bit r u??

Yesterday morning I was depressed to read that about more than 2000 children died of hunger in Karnataka but still we feel proud to be part of shining India. Who is responsible for it, Government or ignorant common mass?? By 2050 we expect to become the superpower country as major population is between the age group of 20-35. Even if we wash our hands of dirty politics, it’s important to do our bit to improve society. By God's grace we are fortunate enough to lead a contented life and now it’s time to give something back to society as a way of balancing the scales. You must be wondering that in today's busy world when you don't have time for yourself; it’s hard to find time for Society isn’t it??  

Recently I have read one article mentioning 50% of Americans in some way or the other have volunteered and the number continues to increase. They volunteer because they love their country. Since the concept of Volunteering is not popular in India, I must explain what's exactly  it is and how can it help our community. In simple terms it means offering services without any expectation or motivational gain. It not only gives you self satisfaction but a sense of pride and identity. There are many NGO's working for upliftment of society but at times due to lack of funding and manpower their projects get hampered. If we volunteer for two hours in a week, it will make a huge impact on society's development. 

It is human nature to see the benefits first in everything we do. There are numerous benefits of Volunteering. Networking is critical for career development and dedicating your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network and boost your career skills. Self confidence, self esteem and life satisfaction are key components of Volunteering. It too helps is spreading positive energy inside you. Apparently, volunteering on a CV will always look good to any prospective employer. 

P.S-I am experiencing it and now it’s your turn.

A Glimpse of Nature’s Beauty

Vibrant Colours, chilly weather, lively surrounding, diminishing daylight, falling temperatures is what you experience in the autumn. It’s just the sign of the transition from summer to winter. Before coming to USA I could savour its beauty only in movies.

Driving from Boston to New Hampshire is one of the most beautiful experiences. We could see trees with brilliant shades of colours like red, orange, yellow and green. We just couldn’t take our eyes with spectacular colour show all around us. Falling and flying leaves added to its beauty.

New Hampshire is famous for White Mountains. For me it was a glimpse of a heaven on earth with Trees of different shades and cloud on the zenith of the mountains. Usually in this season shedding of leaves is preceded by rejuvenating colour show. Deciduous trees in between the colourful trees from far looked like white patch in between the mountains.

From the top of the Mountain, view was amazing. We could see waterfalls, lakes, colours all around us. In sunlight sight of rainfall at other far mountains gave the impression of falling clouds with different angles. Full arch rainbow in the sky with colourful trees at its bottom felt as if a rainbow is emitting its colour on the trees. It was the most beautiful natural beauty I have ever seen.

Fall season represents the inevitability of life and death. This beauty is for a few days more and my colourful city will cover it with snow in coming months. Now I have to prepare myself mentally and physically for the cold, snow and long winters.