When a total stranger becomes a part of your life - After death, memories are all I have

 The smile says it all

There are times in our life when we meet people who are not of any blood relations to you, yet just the smile on their face affirms to you that they are very warm and loving and though you don't meet these person every now and then, yet whenever you meet them they treat you with love and care which comes straight from their hearts.

One among such people in my life was Mrs.Rodrigues whom I used to affectionately call Mai (Mother). I have always know her as a person who was very loving towards her family, friends and neighbours. A ever-loving Mother, a friendly Mother-in-law and above all the best grandmother to her grandchildren.

I was just a family friend but whenever I visited her she would treat me as her own, always made me feel comfortable at home, even at times when I was not.

Once I had to stay over at their place and I had not carried spare shirt along with me. She went and brought for me a t-shirt of her son. I still remember the glee and radiance on her face the moment she saw me wearing the t-shirt of her Son, and what she said to me was was priceless.

As told by the family members she always looked forward to me visiting their home, but somehow times and circumstances never permitted me, though I just loved the warmnt and love I received from her on my every visit to the family.

She passed away suddenly of a hearth attack. It was sad, it was painful, but I know she is up there in Gods abode, she was my well wisher, a true one.

God Bless you Mai, I know you are up there in Heaven, May your soul rest in peace.Do keep me in your prayers.

If Roses Grow in Heaven

If roses grow in Heaven Lord
Please pick a bunch for me.
Place them in my Mai's arms
and tell her they're from me.
Tell her I love her and miss her,
and when she turns to smile,
Place a kiss upon her cheek
and hold her for a while.
Because remembering her is easy,
I do it everyday,
But there is an ache within my heart
That will never go away.

A visit to the Blessed Fr. Agnelo at Pilar

Blessed Fr. Agnelo at Pilar Goa

It was a unplanned visit, but every time I pass by Pilar I make it a point to visit the tomb of Fr. Agnelo at Pilar.

My day started with a early morning at the Church in Candolim for the 3rd Anniversary mass of my friends relations. After the church service was over, I joined the family for snacks at their home. I excused myself as I had to get to the railway station to met my friend who was coming from Bombay. On my way I met a nun who was proceeding to Mapusa and was waiting for the Bus. I volunteered to drive her to Panjim if she liked. she was very happy with the offer and as we drove towards Panjim she shared of her service to the congregation and taking care of young girls in the hostel and the challenges involved in handling young girls in changing times. As she gave me her blessings on arrival to panjim. I started my journey to Karmali. Having arrived at the Karmaili station, I was happy to know that the train was not much delayed and he would arrive. to pass off the time, I clicked a few photos of the blossomed May Tree. 

On his arrival I learnt of the change in plans and instead of Panjim, he requested me to drop him to Pilar. Having shared a chit chat we soon arrived to his destination. There was a lady waiting to Go to Panjim. She asked if i could drop her to Panjim. So I had a Mom and her two kids accompanying me to Panjim, As this point in time i decided that I should visit the Tomb of Fr. Angelo. A quick halt at the Pilar monastry, I excused myself and went to offer prayers and seek strength and blessing from Blessed Fr. Agnelo, who is very dear to me.

#goa #fragnelo #pilar #monastry

Mothers Love - A pussy feeding her babies

Mothers Love

As I was passing through the streets of Panjim to buy a few spares, I was touched on seeing this and I could not wait to share it with the world. A selfless, caring, loving, and protecting Mother

 

#goa #mother #love #pussy #babies #panjim

A Relaxing evening by the Sea

Sea is Calling

 

 

#goa #exoticgoa #campal #miramar #evening #photography

A Pleasant Evening by the Sea at Campal Goa

Pleasant Evening by the Sea

After a hectic day at work, its always peaceful to be by the Sea. 

Even though the monsoons have started in Goa, it was great to see the silver lining clouds and the bright sunshine in the sky, just before sunset.

 

#goa #exoticgoa #campal #miramar #evening #photography

Good Bye Summer, Welcome Monsoon

Good Bye Summer, Welcome Monsoon

A early rainy morning to start the day, some respite from the scorching heat.

 

#goa #monsoon #rain #photography #nature #calangute

Tuesday evening rains at Goa.

Rainy Tuesday Evening

This is one of t he many old houses, that still remain, constructed during the Portuguese rule in Goa. This building houses commercial establishments and residential house. To the left hand corner is the house where you can hear pleasant konkani and English music played. Its situated next to cafe central in Panjim and opposite Cafe Aaram (Remanso)
The Yellow and black painted rickshaw are a important mode of travel in the City of Panjim, as the city gets very busy during the Peak office hours.

#goa #cafeaaram #cafecentral #rickshaw #panjim #architecture

ALEXYZ - One of my few living idols.

ALEXYZ - One of my few living idols.

Alexyz - I know him not only as a Amazing Artist - but a down to earth and wonderful human who appreciates and motivates everyone. A person with an amazing sense of humor. This artwork signed by #Alexyz is one of my prized possessions

#alexyz #goa #cartoon #art #exoticgoa

Enjoy the little things

Enjoy the little things

Kala Academy Campal - Sunset

Sunset in Goa

Another beautiful sunset at the Kala academy Jetty while the boat cruise goes on at the river Mandovi.

Nehru Bal Sangh at the Carnaval Parade Panaji Goa

Goa Carnival

Nehru Bal Sangh at the Carnaval Parade Panaji Goa

Carnaval 2014 at Panjim Goa

Carnaval Parade Panaji Goa

  (Nehru Bal Sangh - National Integration, Goa Unit)

Saint Alex Church Calangute, Goa

Saint Alex Church, Calangute Goa

St. Alex is the parton saint of Calangute. I clicked this photo on my way back from from Work. I was travelling from Panjim to Calangute and I just loved this view while I was riding my bike, so I just made a quick halt and clicked it. The world famous Calangute Beach, also known as the queen of beaches of Goa,  is situated just 5 minutes ride from the Calangute Church.

 

SUNSET AT GOA

SUNSET AT KALA ACADEMY JETTY, CAMPAL GOA

This is one of my favorite places to relax in the evening, the Kala Academy Jetty, Campal Goa along the river Mandovi and Miramar Beach.

Dona Paula - Goa

Dona Paula Jetty

This was a very nice and peaceful view of Dona Paula. I went with a friend of mine who was visiting Goa from abroad. It was just early evening so it was calm and peaceful. Once the boating starts and the whole area starts buzzing with activities and gets quite crowded

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View of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church from Altinho

Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church

This is the view I captured while I was walking up the stairs leading to the Old Lyceum Complex at Altinho, Panjim