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Thursday, January 21

About Gupteswar-Lord Shiva's Place in Orissa



In a country where history is measured in terms of millenniums, religion most understandably takes a front seat. The influx of pilgrims to the holy places in Jeypore, yet again prove the significance of religion irrespective of the small town phenomenon. Gupteswar Jeypore is a famous cave shrine visited by pilgrims even from the neighboring state of Chhattisgarh. The sacred lingam is hidden by rocks and is termed `Gupteswar' or the Hidden God and is much revered as Gupta Kedar by the people of nearby Madhya Pradesh who throng the hillside to worship the deity.

The cave shrine of Gupteswar In Jeypore In India is dedicated to Lord Shiva- the destroyer among the holy trinity in Hindu mythology. On Shiva Ratri the Gupteswar In Orissa is flocked by pilgrims all day and all night long. Men, women and children visit the temple on that auspicious day with offerings of flowers, fruits, milk, sweets and bhang. The Gupteswar Jeypore offers quite a feast for the non believers as well, since the cave shrine offers a panoramic view of the surroundings and makes a beautiful sight in itself.

Gupteswar Jeypore is located 58 km from Jeypore town and regular buses, taxis and auto rickshaws are available from the town centre to the shrine. It is better to hire an auto for the to and fro journey if you are in a group of three or four.

More info @ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gupteswar_Cave

reference from Gupteswar behera

Starting from Jeypore. View of the road on the way...
Starting from Jeypore. View of the road on the way…

Beautiful view of the road. This is just before the Patraput...
Beautiful view of the road. This is just before the Patraput…

Patraput Bridge...
Patraput Bridge…

Patraput Bridge, This one was build in British Time..
Patraput Bridge, This one was build in British Time..
Nice Architecture...
Nice Architecture…

Patraput River
Patraput River, A good Picnic Spot…

We started from First break towards Gupteswar
We started from first break towards Gupteswar

Second Break, Baipariguda.. Nice break with morning breakfast and a hot cup of tea...
Second Break, Baipariguda.. Nice break with morning breakfast and a hot cup of tea…

These are my friends, (From Left) Rajesh, Gopi & Anand

On the way to Gupteswar... Caution for Drivers.. Ghat Ahead
On the way to Gupteswar… Caution for Drivers.. Ghat Ahead

Dangerous Ghat.. Way to Gupteswar
Dangerous Ghat.. Way to Gupteswar
Again, rough road and too much slope.. Difficult to ride bike
Again, rough road and too much slope.. Difficult to ride bike

A Temple before Gupteswar...
A Temple before Gupteswar…

Tribal Temples On The Way...
Tribal Temples On The Way…

We reached Gupteswar. The Main Entrance Of The Temple...
We reached Gupteswar. The Main Entrance Of The Temple…

Stairs to the temple...
Stairs to the temple…
Going to the temple....
Going to the temple….

Welcome To Gupteswar !!
Welcome To Gupteswar !!

Gupteswar Temple, Outside
Gupteswar Temple, Outside

The cave, In side you can find the Siva Linga
The cave, In side you can find the Siva Linga
Prist coming out from the cave.. Mind it.. Camera not allowed...
Prist coming out from the cave.. Mind it.. Camera not allowed…

Few Rare Pics Of Lord Gupteswar...
Few Rare Pics Of Lord Gupteswar…

Rare Pic Of Lord Gupteswar...

Rare Pic Of Lord Gupteswar...

Gupt Eshwar...

Gupt Eshwar...

Shiva Linga

Shiva Linga

River Near the mandir... Its turbulent flow and rocky banks taken many lifes

River Near the mandir... Its turbulent flow and rocky banks taken many lifes

Another view of that river..

Another view of that river..

Rocky Banks..

Rocky Banks..

Preparing to go back...

Preparing to go back...

Sun also is ready to go home...

Sun also is ready to go home...

Returning back after a nice trip...

Returning back after a nice trip...

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Tuesday, January 19

EMBRACING IMPERFECTION



 
EMBRACING IMPERFECTION
When I was a little girl, I could remember, my mom making breakfast and dinner for us.
And I remember one night in particular, when she had made dinner after a long, hard day at work.
On that evening so long ago, my mom placed a plate of vegetables, salad and  burned chappati in front of my dad.
I remember waiting to see if anyone noticed'
Yet all my dad did was, to reach for his chappati, smile at mom and ask me how my day was at school.
I don't remember what I told him that night, but, I do remember watching him smear chatani on that chappati and eat every bite?
 
When I got up from the table that evening, I remember hearing my mom apologize to my dad
For burning the chapati.
And I'll never forget what he said.
Baby, I love burnt chapati.
Later that night, I went to kiss daddy good night and I asked him if he really liked his  chapati burnt.
He wrapped me in his arms and said
Dear , your momma put in a hard day at work today and she's real tired, And besides, a little burnt chappati  never hurt anyone .
You know life is full of imperfect things and imperfect people.
I am not the best housekeeper or cook.
What I'v learnt over the years
Is that learning to accept each other's faults
And choosing to celebrate each other's difference
Is one of the most important keys
for creating a healthy growing
And lasting relationship.
And that's my prayer for you today,
that you will learn to take
The good, the bad, and the ugly parts of your life
And lay them at the feet of God
Because  in the end,
He's the only One who will be able
To give  you a relationship
Where burnt chappati isn't a deal-breaker"
We could extend this to any relationship, in fact .
As understanding is the base of any
relationship ,
Be it a husband - wife or parent - child or even with friends.
 
Don't put the key to your happiness in
Someone else's pocket, but, into your own.