One of the most spectacular sights this world has to offer transpires
every single day, without fail. You can have the front seat, if you so wish. No, it's not the fireworks at Disney World, but
it is a close call. This event, however, has been a ritual for millions of
years before man had the insight to appreciate its ethereal charm or the
technology to decipher its essence. It doesn't wait for an audience nor care
for the lack of it, but always returns for an encore.
We are here today, a consequence
of a serendipitous event that instilled the breath of life on this planet. The
rise of the gaseous ball of light is not only a magnificent visual treat and an
assurance of continued life support system, but also a wakeup call that we have
one less day in this plane of existence to accomplish a lifetime of ambitions.
The harsh reminder is softened by the glow and warmth of new hopes, challenges
and opportunities.
Let there be light, not just
because someone said so, but to ignite the thirst for knowledge, illuminate the
path ahead of us and brighten our lives.
As Mother Earth gracefully dances on her toes to the cosmic
ballad, I salute thee, Adithya, O life giver, the zeitgeber, Ra, Helios for a new dawn
that I can cherish and celebrate with every being on this planet, a place we
all call home. Peace to all :)
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| Sunrise above Mysore, behind Chamundi Hills |
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| Sunrise at Nandi Hills |
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| Nandi Hills |
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| The silhouette of Rajendra Vilas Palace on Chamundi Hills, Mysore |
