I was introduced to this world of adventure through a friend.He was already into a trekking group-Youngsterz.I went to the most simplest trek which is to Lohagad in June 2007,I loved it but since it was the first time I was more into observing and absorbing things in and around Lohagad.I can't say I enjoyed that trip exactly but I learnt that if one gets passionate about this sport it can wok wonders to one's mind, body n soul.Well all the philosophy apart,I got started with trekking that year but then that was the only one I did the whole year due to time constraints.
But the next June i.e in 2008 ,I went to Mahuli with Youngsterz again.Here I met the core members of this group whom I had missed the last time.We hit it off instantly.I actually enjoyed sweating out like a pig amidst the clouds.For a moment when I was alone at the highest point,I realised I love doing this.I loved the quiet sound of wind gushing past me and threatening me to carry along with it.For the restless person I am,I thought I was totally at peace with myself though only for a few moments.It was great,I had decided wanted to do more of this.
Youngsterz had planned a 2 day trek to Harishchandragad after a week's gap after Mahuli.The group leader convinced me that It was one of the most beautiful place on earth with photos as evidence.I gave in;convinced my folks about the overnight feat and was desperately waiting for the day to come.
Meanwhile just out of excitement I convinced my classmates to do a trek together.Together we planned to go to Peb the following week before harishchandragad.As fate had its own plans,I broke my left hand hitting a pole outside the train on my way to Neral.Since then I have gone through a lot, be it the gruelling pain or the dreadful surgery.But one thing kept me going the words of my friends I had met during Mahuli and the hope of getting cured as soon as possible and getting back on track with lots of trekking.Someday I will go to this place and the other wonderful places and hopefully with the same funloving people I am with today.:)
Even today I am waiting for the day when I can actually get connected to nature like did someday.The hope keeps me going and I dream of that moment every time I am pondering over things.And all thanks to my friends ,They keep encouraging me to get well soon and join them soon.So isn't this a dream worth hunting for?????
Lucky Me,
DG:)
But the next June i.e in 2008 ,I went to Mahuli with Youngsterz again.Here I met the core members of this group whom I had missed the last time.We hit it off instantly.I actually enjoyed sweating out like a pig amidst the clouds.For a moment when I was alone at the highest point,I realised I love doing this.I loved the quiet sound of wind gushing past me and threatening me to carry along with it.For the restless person I am,I thought I was totally at peace with myself though only for a few moments.It was great,I had decided wanted to do more of this.
Youngsterz had planned a 2 day trek to Harishchandragad after a week's gap after Mahuli.The group leader convinced me that It was one of the most beautiful place on earth with photos as evidence.I gave in;convinced my folks about the overnight feat and was desperately waiting for the day to come.
Meanwhile just out of excitement I convinced my classmates to do a trek together.Together we planned to go to Peb the following week before harishchandragad.As fate had its own plans,I broke my left hand hitting a pole outside the train on my way to Neral.Since then I have gone through a lot, be it the gruelling pain or the dreadful surgery.But one thing kept me going the words of my friends I had met during Mahuli and the hope of getting cured as soon as possible and getting back on track with lots of trekking.Someday I will go to this place and the other wonderful places and hopefully with the same funloving people I am with today.:)
Even today I am waiting for the day when I can actually get connected to nature like did someday.The hope keeps me going and I dream of that moment every time I am pondering over things.And all thanks to my friends ,They keep encouraging me to get well soon and join them soon.So isn't this a dream worth hunting for?????
Lucky Me,
DG:)
Nice post . Hope to see more trekking posts and photos.
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hmmmm....was worth reading...after reading your blogs about treaking..i too have decided to trek...
ReplyDeletehmmm...actually it was a hit and run case between u and fate at neral...