"What takes us away from the earth?" is another question that I tend to ask.
The question no doubt is ridiculous, but it somehow often comes to my mind.
And the answers differ - depending on the place; time; situation....
I was at a spot on Ashoka Road in Lutyens' Delhi - a place clearly taking me away from the reality to create another reality for me.
After a day long deliberations inside one of those buildings, I come out in the evening and look around.
First what impresses me is the clear sky, cool breeze and the dancing trees.
Then I see some huge structures.
First is this - occupying the horizon.
Then I turn around and have another one blocking my view.
I feel a bit nervous with its size and just want to see what is at my left side.
It is not the height that takes me away from earth - it is the attitude that separates me from others in a good way and in a bad way - both.
If I am aware of it, I can still keep the roots intact.
The question no doubt is ridiculous, but it somehow often comes to my mind.
And the answers differ - depending on the place; time; situation....
I was at a spot on Ashoka Road in Lutyens' Delhi - a place clearly taking me away from the reality to create another reality for me.
After a day long deliberations inside one of those buildings, I come out in the evening and look around.
First what impresses me is the clear sky, cool breeze and the dancing trees.
Then I see some huge structures.
First is this - occupying the horizon.
Then I turn around and have another one blocking my view.
I feel a bit nervous with its size and just want to see what is at my left side.
It is not the height that takes me away from earth - it is the attitude that separates me from others in a good way and in a bad way - both.
If I am aware of it, I can still keep the roots intact.
>>It is not the height that takes me away from earth - it is the attitude that separates me from others in a good way and in a bad way - both.
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I think I shud not ask the last question. But do answer the others. No, I am not questioning you. I am just making an attempt to explore more into what the process of thought is there in your mind. :-)
So many questions, BM!!
ReplyDeleteWill answer these questions at some point of time!!
I came here and commented but there were some problems. Now I have forgotten what I intended to say that time.Still I may try to recapitulate.
ReplyDeleteI always feel like remaining as close to the earth as possible. The monstrous high rise buildings scare me.
PNS Sir, sometimes the high rise buildings also give a feel of being close to sky .. but overall I do agree with your sentiments.
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ReplyDeleteDeepakbhai, :-)
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