Character: Uma

Quote I found on the back of a token - "ವಿಶ್ವಾಸವಿದ್ದರೆ ಪ್ರೀತಿ. ಪ್ರೀತಿಯಿದ್ದರೆ ಗೌರವ." Which roughly translates to "There is Love if there is trust. There is Respect if there is love" 4

Weekly Notes 03/2025

Time flies faster than we can think of. Nagarathna Memorial Grant – 2025 is open for applications; this is our eighth edition. When I started it, I didn’t think much about how it would turn out in a couple of years. So, there were no expectations. But it has grown into its own...

Temperatures have been quite low in Bengaluru this week, and Echo feels cold. 2

Weekly Notes 02/2025

Echo is finally doing well, though winter is not great for him. He is active, eating and sleeping well. Though his urinary problems continue, they do not threaten his day-to-day activities.

Uma wanted to pet an elephant 0

Weekly Notes 01/2025

Uma met her another set of cousins this week/end. We visited the local temple to see the elephant with her on Saturday. Uma wanted to pet the elephant :) On Monday, we went to the beach to see the sunset. Uma loves water but has yet to figure out the ocean and waves...

On our way to Valparai 6

The Year that was 2024

After 2020’s upheaval, I hoped we’d recovered, but 2024 brought new challenges, especially late in the year. Personally, it was decent—I restarted motorcycling, traveled, and enjoyed time with loved ones. Work was steady. As we navigate forward, may 2025 bring peace, meaningful adventures, and cherished moments with loved ones. Stay kind, and embrace the journey ahead!

Uma watching people at Temple. Seems like watching people is a family hobby. 0

Weekly Notes 52/2024

Welcome to the last week of 2024. It’s been a good week. I got most of the planned work done and got some rest. It’s strange, but when I get the job done, my rest feels more real. It could be because my mind rests well when things are done. Anyway, as a...

Uma at Thiruvananthapuram 3

Weekly Notes 51/2024

We reached Thrissur on Sunday. It took us about 9.5 hours with two 40-minute breaks. The roads between Attibele and Salem are under construction at various points. So you will need to be careful about diversions. I listened to a couple of episodes of HAM Radio Workbench. Since Android phones can’t stream sound...