OUR HAPPY-SPOTS
Pic.: Chetna Shetty W hen I was preparing for my tenth-standard exams, back in my hometown, Mangalore, I remember studying at my favorite spot at home. It was just behind our house, under the large tamarind tree... I would spread a mat there, on the ground, and do my studies... For me, it was simply an inspiring spot! While in college, I remember going to a beautiful hill called Hat Hill. I would sit there, beneath the breezy cashew-nut trees, and study along with one or two of my friends. The ambience was simply serene and energizing! Here in Mumbai, in my early years, I remember sitting alone, or with a couple of my friends, in quiet locations, such as lush lawns or at corners of large play-grounds... As little children played in the distance, and as elderly relaxed on the benches, I would stretch myself on the green patches and soak myself in Nature’s inspiration! My office, here – from where I write now - is one such place. If you see ar...