The Tigress of Mount Abu

Today when I opened the News Paper I was surprised to see Elizabeth’s snap on page 3 and an article by our renowned Dr.A.K.Sharma. He has always called Elizabeth the tigress of Mount Abu for her courage and extreme fortitude to face any calamity thrown her way. Here is the article written by him in today’s papers.

Mother Courage of Mount Abu 

Liz on Christmas Day 

Liz  n grandson

My search for the Red Avadavat (Lal Munia) Mt.Abu

Today went for a hike beyond the school dam in search of the LAL MUNIA. Did not see the little blighters also my trip to Trevor's tank drew a blank; I was surprised at the quietness and the abandoned heart of the sanctuary. It seemed like the place was totally deserted, just a few jungle crows a solitary white breasted kingfisher at the water front. Even the crocodiles were not visible; I know they do estivate during the summer months, but do they hibernate? Well I’ll have to look it up.

Met ‘Charlie’ a well-known guide of Abu, with a small group of foreign tourists at the tank, he seemed to have them enthralled with the history of the place. If anyone wants an honest, down to earth guide while visiting Abu you may contact him on his mob 9414154854. He has a small web site check it out Mount Abu treks .

Now that I know that the Red Avadavat, has made its way to this abode after years, I’ll not rest till I have this beautiful bird grace the pages of my blog, tell then folks keep reading, will keep all updated on events here in Abu.

Will add a few snaps I took today tomorrow.

New Year New Horizons Mt.Abu 2012

I was looking forward to a brighter and a more realistic Abu in the year 2012. But my small stint around town these last 2 days has left me feeling miserable. Day before yesterday I had to spend an enormous time in line waiting to present myself before the camera and having myself fingerprinted, so that I could get my Unique Identification Card. Even after going thoroughly through all my documents, I found that a mistake had been made in the spelling of my surname.  On receiving my acknowledgement/resident copy the next day, I asked them to correct the mistake. I was told that it could not be done as the booth where I had my snap taken the operator had buzzed off on leave. Now after receiving my card I would have to re-apply for a fresh card so that the correction could be made .AHMEN!!

Horse Left to die on the main road (post office road.)

Today I clicked this horse lying at the side of the road. This horse has been lying in this position for the last three days, gosh can you imagine the plight of this poor animal in night temperature hovering a little below Zero, no water to quench its thirst. Looks like the owner and our local authorities have abandoned the plight of this horse. When Liz saw the photograph and heard of the plight of this animal she immediately phoned the head of P.F.A (people for animals) to do something about the situation. I only hope something is done about it by tomorrow as by Jove the wheel of these departments seem to get rusted when it comes to taking swift action when it’s needed.

Enough of ranting let’s see the brighter side of “The Abode of God’s” Enjoy the few snaps I took today

A sight for sore eyes "Green waters of the Lake"

Adding to the pollution of the lake

Stock and cormorants 

Basking in the sun 

Grey headed Shrike 

A handsome Mutt 

Indian Robin female 

Mongoose

Cry of the wild

Watching the world go by 

White breasted kingfisher  

White breasted water hen

Brahmani Myna

The Leopard is back Mt.Abu

Last nite  our spotted visitor came back after a spell of
almost a year. He claimed six of my mongrels, during our winter vacations last
year. He's now back on the prowl. He took my female bitch
"Cut Ear" around 12.45 am from our compound The Abode.  The rest of
the pack Rover, Saddy, ( she always looks sad) Tithee ( always showing his
beautiful set of teeth), and Mercury ( proud mum of a pack of  6 puppies ) set up a mournful raucous at
the parting of one of their kind. Right now the temp is about 7 degrees in the
house and my pye-dogs are huddled together on the roof of the house, alert to
the slightest movement and sounds emerging from the surrounding terrain.

The Willy leopard has them all on edge, as long as they stay in a
pack and do not stray away they are pretty safe, the leopard will not attack
them if they are in a pack. Anyway I’m resigned to the fact that sooner or
later Mr. Spots will make a super meal of them in time to come. All of my
pedigree dogs that I’ve owned sooner or later were lifted by the leopard.

Whoosh the old year is out and the Year 2012 is here.

It’s been ages since
I last posted my thoughts here, the year 2011 sure had its ups and downs, and for me it was mostly down, still I can’t complain life has been good and we are still alive to make it to the year2012. So have no
grumble, and am looking forward to new adventures, new learning and in general having a ball all the days every day, in short making the most out of life while there is still time. Prost ! to a bright and fun filled, stress frees 2012.