Daily wanderings in Madras and the sights and sounds of my childhood neighbourhood...
Madras Mornings
How to be a Practicing Ecologist in Your Own Backyard
Most people think that ecology is best practiced – and only practiced – in the great outdoors. Ecology calls to mind images of national parks, herds of bison, salmon fighting the current, grizzly bears, and remote places with lush forest cover. In truth, however, ecology is far more local and intimate than we are taught…
On Mountains and Mankind
I have always been drawn towards mountains. Towards the highest peaks, whether the highest in the world or the highest in their individual landscapes. Some people are pulled towards the ocean, towards cities, or towards the interiors of their own homes; I escape to the mountains, to the remote coolness. A part of my fascination…
Finding My Wild Soul, One Blog Post at a Time…
Dear World, You don't know me yet, but I have already begun to know you. Your beautiful mosaic of skin tones and languages blanketed my childhood. Your vivid golden sands, your rugged snow peaks, your lush green forests -- they formed the canvass of my dreams. You gave me constant companionship in the darkness with…
On Life and Wildlife 