Mrs Sparkling Eyes

Highway to Heaven: Road Trip after lockdown. In October 2020 we planned to drove more than 3000Km across three states all the way via Mumbai - MP - UP (Ayodhya) home town. We decided to ditch the flight mode this time and take the more adventurous option. #TheRoadTrip Mumbai – Jhansi – Ayodhaya -Maheshwar - Mumbai Maharashtra roads were in extremely bad condition, several stretches were miserably pothole-ridden with bad bumpy roads, genuinely nightmarish to some extend; tough time running on highways after crossing Mumbai. The only reason we made thousands of kilometer journeys on time because of MP & UP smooth empty highways; the moment we hit MP the roads were perfect; smooth surface gives a more comfortable journey experience. Doubtlessly MP & UP Roads were way better than Maharashtra and was quite surprised also the toll charges were way cheaper comparatively. As we planned for our first long journey after the lockdown was lifted, we were pretty much scared and exci...

  Hidden Gem: Guptar Ghat   Recently we had planned to visit at my mom’s place in Uttar Pradesh which is near Ayodhaya yes Awadhpuri   Ram Nagari Ayodhaya . It had almost been a week and we were locked up in our home as we had to attend some family affairs, so we finally decided to break the shackles and escape.   We wished to explore some unseen places this time as suggested by my sister-in-law; sounds like a plan treat for a person like me who loves to travel around. Straightaway we planned for Faizabad which comes under  Ayodhaya district now; previously Ayodhaya town used to come in  Faizabad district but now it’s exactly the opposite. Such a beautiful city with so many things to offer, a blend of growing boomtown and spiritual committed place.   The beautiful  rustic charm of   Chowks and Makbara built in the pre-partition era remains an eye candy for visitors.   A place that is built by sensitivity and natural environme...

  Lend a Hand to Agro tourism Agrotourism is a form of rural tourism, the experience of staying on a farm allows visitors to rediscover the traditions lost in many societies, by experiencing the rhythms of rural life, the value and taste of the fresh organic and delicious local home-cooked meal, Village rural lifestyles, exploring beautiful landscapes, adventure activities and get to know the local people closely, all about their culture, and history. Visiting cultivated farms also gets you involved in on-going farming activities.  As compared to mass tourism, agro-tourism offers a great alternative if you yearn for release and willing to dwell in Nature. Agrotourism's aim is to connect individuals and small groups with the traditional rural life and experiences;  it is a blend of Rural and Urban culture. Rather occasionally planning your trip in a luxury resort and expensive hotels with your family or closed one's, try giving a shot to agro-tourism once in a w...

  Mulshi   :   Monsoon Ride after Lockdown Monsoon is here and being a Mumbaikar we have another level of obsession over monsoons. Short rides over hills, those long drives, hot piping Bhutta's, Maggie and relish "Cutting Chai" living in a state of contentment complete justice to monsoons. Being  home quarantine for almost 6 months since March 2020 we got an opportunity to go for a short ride after the lockdown lifted. We planned for Mulshi via NH - 48 which is 171 km from Navi Mumbai. We left early morning by 6AM and gathered at Kalamboli near McD waiting for a couple of our friends joining us for the ride. We had our breakfast meanwhile, no not in Mc Donalds but down and outside at the streets; homemade hot flavor full and filling "Pooranpolis" freshly cooked food; just loved this early morning grazing, unusual just like our childhood days "Ghar ka Dabba" favorites that we absolutely loved as kids.    After crossing the city as we can witness Lash...

Grunge Styling: Closet on Dit Hello Folks, Today I will be sharing my views on one of the most happening clothing mode; Grunge Styling 😃 What is Grunge Styling? A fashion emerged in the ’80s and ’90s popularized by music bands and pop-culture. This fashion that came into existence in a bygone era but bygones are not really bygones; it’s still trending now. Grunge styling is not appropriate for all the occasions but definitely, this style has something for everyone, you can adopt this attire and make an impact with your style statement. Grunge was greatly influenced by heavy metal and punk rock; it eventually manages to find its own identity throughout the time. Why Grunge Styling!!! Throughout the quarantine period, my wardrobe changed overnight. As time marches on, I have been so used to wearing this loungewear and comfortable clothing; almost adapting more into a low-key way of life. Even after the COVID -19 lockdown lifted I don’t feel like dressing up and get back to that unvari...