Chidiyaghar

Don't take it personal, although I know, it is. 

It has been sometime, I have written anything. I guess, the creative element was missing somewhere. Anyway, jab jago tab savera. I have been trying to write this blog from a month, but I was lacking the correct words to frame it gift wrapped. Here we go...

This blog is all about my present living situation. If you have lived as a tenant in Mumbai/any other big city, you may feel the essence of this blog. Sometimes, I feel I live in a Chidiyaghar. We have 8-9 people staying under the same roof. So if I say, it's a chidiyaghar, it is a fact. Each resident has their own unique characteristic trait.

I would like to start from the master of all. Master or I should say first person takes care of everyone in the house. Jolly, kind hearted and fun loving person. Sometimes irritating, else ok. We call him as uncle. He is master of all things you can think of. Hold on... he is not the one whose orders are followed. Uncle speaks with everyone and make fun of all. Its fun.

Every boss has a boss. We call her as Home Minister-Aunty. She is a good cook if she want to be. She also takes care of all the same way as uncle. Also, she has added traits. Sometimes she become angry, else good to go. Aunty informs everyone individually about every incident, its also fun.

Next is the oldest tenant. Over the years, it has become quiet, just like even a ferocious one becomes silent if kept caged for long time. I appreciate that patience though. He is busy in himself and does not get involved in Chidiyaghar chi chi.

Moving on to another interesting one. It can never sit silent, every time it will have some or the other issue with everyone. Well, I can say-everyone have their own talents. It is also good, but known as Raja sahab who doesnt keep his feet on the ground anytime. His one feet is always one feet above ground.

Now its time to talk about another female member. A clever one, who knows what to speak and when. Considered as favorite of uncle and aunty. She is also known as coffee maker of the Chidiyaghar. She is also a good cook, again if she wants to be.

Here we go for the assignment person. Yes, its last name is "assignment". Best thing about this one is, its my roommate. It is so involved so much in his own stuff that it does not want any quarrel, so always tries to ignore Chidiyaghar issues like food and what not. He is famous for tea and headquarter meetings.

I am next, well you all know-all about me. Still few tits and bits related to Chidiyaghar. I wake up at exact time in order to avoid restroom time clashes. I don't like to take someone else time and expect the same. My job is to prepare cool stuff mostly ice and milk related.

Then came the Doctor of house. He does not have the doctor feel, but a degree. Since the beginning, he did'nt had a proper impression on the family members and hence considered another different case. Well, that's not his fault completely, but the situation. Sometimes, situation is not under your control.

Last but not the least, nother chai guy. He is roomie of doctor. But unlike doc, he sleeps peacefully. I think, he is accustomed. He already tried 2 accommodations and then came to this mad house which makes me say, this place is actually cool.

Long story-short, every place/people have their own ups and downs. You can't get everything anywhere, adjust and keep going. Bhai...chalne do.

No photos, privacy policy...Ha ha ha.

July 4th Parade

Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail

On the next day of trail fever, we started trailing from Roaring Fork Motor Nature trail. I must say it was a lovely drive with great scenery. It's a slow drive drive on a narrow road with twists and turns. Just roll down the windows and see mountains, nature at its best with streams and hiking trails to waterfalls. Come early to get a parking spot. We missed the rainbow falls on the way, but that's ok.

Grotto Falls

There is one more fall on the route of roaring fork called as Grotto Falls. Perfect spot to take a picture behind the waterfalls. Hike was rocky and rooty, I would say a moderate hike but worth the effort. Tennis shoes are best for these hikes.

Laurel Falls

Another popular fall with a moderate hike. The hike is paved but long and uneven. It also has good spots to take picture with the fall. Be careful, as its bit slippery. Also you should bring extra clothing, if you plan to get wet. Lot of beautiful people were enjoying the water and bathing. We stayed longer at this fall, just to enjoy the view and take pictures.

Horse Ride
Our kid girl was asking for Helicopter and Horse ride since the start of our tour, so we visited horse camp next to find out that they were closed. But it could have been a great ride as it was a F 5 mile ride. Awesome.

Helicopter Tours
Next obviously was the most bragged topic-helicopter tours, so we turned our car towards them. Fortunately, they were open and gave us a good ride. Pilot even did a somersault which was a nice touch. 

Happy 4th
It was 4th of July which is Independence Day of USA. But the US people just call it as Happy 4th instead of Independence Day. I am not sure, exactly why, there are different theories about that. It was a nice small parade of 1 hour.  There were many people gathered to see the parade which starts at midnight and the best part, everyone disappeared within 5 minutes as the parade was over. Also it create a big traffic jam which is obvious.

Birthplace of KFC
When we were returning next day, our Mata wanted to visit the birthplace of KFC. We granted her wish too, so that both the girls are happy. We stopped for lunch in Kentucky on our way back. The best part of our drive back was songs on high volume and then their translations.

Indian Food
We had to drop baby girl near Shaumberg and we didn't had Indian food anywhere in our trip, so we planned to visit an Indian restaurant for a sweet ending. Ordered different kinds of delicious food, had a closing chat and then dropped car at rental agency. Finally Ubered home.