Hi, I’m Sumedha. I’m a trekker, writer, and nature lover.
I am here to offer slices of the cosmos where I wander off and often get lost.
Explore.
Discover.
Smile.
Live.
- Mesmerizing Beats
Feel the mystical and mesmerizing beats of an ancient dance in Kalpa, Kinnaur - Down The Sweet Alley
Reminiscing my love story with Tosha, a local sweet of Shimla. - Muddy Road To Kufri
Explore a sunny day in Kufri, Shimla through my eyes. - Memories of Partition in Shimla
In the pristine hills of Shimla lies a place which sealed the fates of millions during the 1947 partition. - Frosted MorningWaking up to a morning of snow and frost at the highest point of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
- Steaming CurlsStrong and bright yellow curls of sunlight poured through the window panes. The room hadContinue reading “Steaming Curls”
- Parched in the SunThe jeep dropped us off at the fort, and we came out in the scorchingContinue reading “Parched in the Sun”
- A Tree of ColorsI’m comfortably snuggled between pillows on the woollen carpet, among a large group of people.Continue reading “A Tree of Colors”
- Up the golden trail.The air was cold, but drops of sweat ran down our backs and chest. OurContinue reading “Up the golden trail.”
- The kettle et al.The freezing chill was so strong that goose bumps ran across my skin. We stuffedContinue reading “The kettle et al.”
- The little thingsI have been encountering memories in dreams. Memories that are old, frayed at the edges,Continue reading “The little things”
- A Bus Journey.We saw our bus. A placard with ‘MANALI’ painted on it was stuck to theContinue reading “A Bus Journey.”
- Ranthambhore.It was a sudden decision, and we found ourselves packing our bags before night came.Continue reading “Ranthambhore.”
- Girl of the Earth.Deadlines to cross, files to finish Her shirt buttoned up tight Lips pursed, shoulders tenseContinue reading “Girl of the Earth.”
- Dim Lights.It was not a sunny day. Rays of sunlight tried to pierce through drifting piecesContinue reading “Dim Lights.”
- For the Journey.A pack of warriors, striding ahead Towards that mountain top, snow-capped Bathed in sunlight likeContinue reading “For the Journey.”
- Red Roads.Lines appear on my forehead. They try to connect the nervous synapses, send out electricalContinue reading “Red Roads.”
- Silent Strides.Ensconced in the chair, walking outside The same trees, paths, people are there Within theContinue reading “Silent Strides.”
- Stripped.Here I am, lying under the fan Spreading my arms and legs out wide TryingContinue reading “Stripped.”
- Under the clouds.The sky is overcast with grey clouds. A shadow engulfs any semblance of sunlight inContinue reading “Under the clouds.”
- Juice.Panting. Sweating. Adrenaline numbs out the slightest insect sting. Heat exudes from my skin SweatContinue reading “Juice.”
- A Slippery Way Down: Dzongri Diaries
Dzongri Top. Presently a blur of beautiful memories boosting the serotonin level in my head.Continue reading “A Slippery Way Down: Dzongri Diaries” - Snow, Beauty, and Dzongri
The chilly morning of 26th February came with apprehensive thoughts creeping up some of ourContinue reading “Snow, Beauty, and Dzongri” - And Up, Up We Go: Dzongri Diaries
We slept well curled up in our sleeping bags until 24th February greeted us withContinue reading “And Up, Up We Go: Dzongri Diaries” - Camping Crazy: Dzongri Diaries
If you were present at platform 9 of Howrah station at around 4-6 pm, 22ndContinue reading “Camping Crazy: Dzongri Diaries” - At the edge of adventure: Dzongri DiariesRucksacks packed with essentials to survive. Arms and legs stretch to absorb the incoming onslaughtContinue reading “At the edge of adventure: Dzongri Diaries”
- You Are Not AloneWith COVID-19 having left glaring bruises on most of our backs, a change of moodContinue reading “You Are Not Alone”
- About a leech
Wriggling in the mud. Stretching out its segmented body with fresh confidence for a brandContinue reading “About a leech” - Dancing DusksWhen I could no longer strain my eyes on the tiny texts on my glaringContinue reading “Dancing Dusks”
- Gust of dreams.
The dark locks of my hair fall over my closed eyelids and tickle my cheeks,Continue reading “Gust of dreams.” - More than skin deep.The hot smoke blows up from the engines of a train and one’s face contortsContinue reading “More than skin deep.”
- Reel of thrill.The high definition (highest possible maybe) lens that each human is naturally born with isContinue reading “Reel of thrill.”
- A melody of adventure.Just as the thrill of an adventurous experience runs through our nerves to charge upContinue reading “A melody of adventure.”
- Nasal fantasies.When you embark on an exhilarating adventure, you naturally relish in your individual joy. ButContinue reading “Nasal fantasies.”
- High life cuisine.Hustling up a steep slope until your breath runs out, while defying the downward pullContinue reading “High life cuisine.”
- Scribbling it all down.Rucksack- check; snow goggles- check; Water-proof poncho- check; trekking shoes- check; all other essentials- check;Continue reading “Scribbling it all down.”
- Tough and wet dreams.
When I made the initial attempts to enroll for the July schedule of BMC (BasicContinue reading “Tough and wet dreams.” - Get off of her nerves.
The unparalleled feelings of standing at a great altitude above the plains, witnessing spectacular panoramicContinue reading “Get off of her nerves.” - Brew a storm, will you?The recent devastating tempest that ravaged the Bay of Bengal area was a Category 3Continue reading “Brew a storm, will you?”
- Furry love.Trampling on wet moss and autumn leaves while ascending a steep path or tiptoeing yourContinue reading “Furry love.”
- Shake that booty. (for exercise)Pulling yourself up from the warmth and comfort of your pillows only to drop downContinue reading “Shake that booty. (for exercise)”
- A whiff of Nepal blues.A troupe of school-kids came frolicking down the slippery stone steps as we dragged ourContinue reading “A whiff of Nepal blues.”
- Just married. (to adventure)Whenever you drop your rucksack in front of your front door, with a raw stenchContinue reading “Just married. (to adventure)”
- Gone with the wind.I have to admit, I need to blow a little off of my normal trajectoryContinue reading “Gone with the wind.”
- Slip off of that bad mood.Hey guys. It seems that the corona pandemic is raging in almost every nook andContinue reading “Slip off of that bad mood.”
- Reviving my first climb.Ever wished to reflect on your very first taste of adventure on the mountains? WellContinue reading “Reviving my first climb.”
- Stay positive.Being compelled to spend long hours indoors as the virus is lurking outside has beenContinue reading “Stay positive.”
- Spot the trekker.A leech-bitten wet hike. Nepal, June 2018
- Make Memories.My fumbling words could not reach his ears, so I drew my chair closer toContinue reading “Make Memories.”
- A brief introduction.
ABOUT MYSELF The wind whispers slowly, as it brushes against my face, and rustles theContinue reading “A brief introduction.” - Greetings, wallflowers, mountain-lovers and everyone else.Hey people! I’m a 21st century brat who sprung out of her mother’s womb inContinue reading “Greetings, wallflowers, mountain-lovers and everyone else.”
the high altitude wallflower 