Aahaa Chennai

Awaiting my turn for replating my armour of green. Meanwhile... soaking in the greenery around, the atmosphere echoing Shelley's lines "If Winter comes, can Spring be far behind?"

Never fear... I tell my ilk. Tiny and delicate we may be but even caught amidst the more exotic types we can hold our own. And we do spread the flavour and fragrance far and wide... adds the banner of the vintage Neem Fan Club.

Soaring up high I soldier on proudly displaying my varied scars. They are but milestones in my growth...uphill.

A bad knock A depressing sight shouldn't dampen your enthusiasm. Other avenues beckon...

I've been busy mixing and dabbing hues all over my wide canvas. Going all out to impress those seasoned urbanites hooked  to their fancy gadgets. The stage is set for a spectacular show as dusk rolls in. The theme here is 'going wild with colours'. Ah! That's right. You do find scenic touches in teeming concrete jungles if only you'd care to look into 'Nature's Studio' - open at all times.

I may be fading but I think I'd rather call these my 'golden moments' coz they are filled with green memories. Don't write me off coz I am still a force to reckon with.

'Mother Nature' is busy at work: I've laid down a bright yellow layer, an eye-catching. natural carpet for your tired n' aching feet. In return... I'm hoping to get a layer of protection for me and my family, from kindred spirits. Can you see me pointing to my vulnerable, majestic looking trees?