Love in the land of Iguanas

There must have been atleast 50 iguanas placidly sunning themselves amongst the centuries old Mayan ruins. The sweltering heat steamed us into walking, baking pieces of meat wrapped in crisping human skin. Human tamales. The lizards had each staked out a tree, guarding its shady territory. Lazily glaring at the occassional intruder with a menacing slither... Continue Reading →

June 26, 2016 3

Anatomy of a Schengen Visa Application

Time: May 21st 09:45 Place: Manhattan Nobody asked me to do it. I walked into the tulip trap myself. Like Dorothy and the Lion in the land of Oz. "Thanks a lot. Have a great day". I smile, thanking the lady with red rimmed eyeglasses and azure blue beads behind the glass. What I want to say... Continue Reading →

June 11, 2015 0

Dilemma of a European Vacation

Every now and then I remind myself that I am extremely lucky to enjoy a healthy and wealthy life. No complaints whatsoever. Perfectly content with what I was handed over when I popped out into the world and incredibly lucky in how my life has turned out. However, that is not always the case with... Continue Reading →

May 6, 2015 4