mountain – Allison's Wanderland

Crossing Borders

October 12, 2014

Day 2 – Still Finally pointed toward Alabama we sit back and take in our surroundings. “Ooooo. Florida Caverns State Park. Where is that? It looks close. What is it?!” Me. “I don’t know, but you won’t be finding out today.” Him. “Florida Caverns State Park. Florida Caverns State Park.” Me, imprinting it in … More Crossing Borders

Shedding the Past

March 13, 2014

Day 14, Part 1 – Spelunking I’m dreaming of Arati. Bells are clanging, the scent of incense is in the air. Or wait, no. It’s 5 AM and the temple just down the hill from us has begun its celebration of Shiva. I guess now is a good time to get up and start the … More Shedding the Past

Flower Boats

March 11, 2014

Day 13 – Part 2 We arrive in Haridwar. We grab our bags and drag them past waiting trains and monkeys to the parking lot. There are no stairs and very few porters. Shiva Ratri is tomorrow – the celebration of Shiva – and this town is exploding with color and a hint of the … More Flower Boats

Good Brakes, Good Horn, Good Luck

February 24, 2014

Day Nine: Coimbatore. After yoga and breakfast we board our new bus for a little mountain town called Coonoor. We are going to a tea estate built and owned by the British during their time in power. The trip up is about three hours. There are 14 hairpin tuns. 14. Hairpin. Turns. Up a mountain. … More Good Brakes, Good Horn, Good Luck