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As we started our trek I was skeptical about walking for miles. Thanks to COVID I wasnt in good shape
Few kilometers and I was thinking “No I cant do it”. I was drained physically and exhausted mentally.
Rather than sitting and cribbing about it, I started coming up with a strategy. Energy bars, candies, quick breaks, water and self motivation kept me going. As I walked, enjoying the trail, wild flowers, beautiful mountains I realized how I missed the outdoor in last 2 years.
As we were approaching the check post our trek guide told us not to click any pics and behave ourself
High on energy I said to to the army guy “Good morning sir, how are you?”
No pleasant smile or grin, he scanned us and said “Where you guys are from?”
Still pumping on energy I said “Bangalore” while other’s whispered “Mumbai”, “Pune”.
Without taking much time he said “Bangalore lady take out your ID card”
That’s that, last time I mentioned Bangalore 🙂
Tickets booked, bags packed I wasn’t sure I will board that flight to West Bengal. With COVID upgrading to new version I wasn’t ready to take the risk.
“How long I am going to play safe” my trekking gear was mocking me. With lots of prayers, masses, rosaries, holy water I boarded that flight.
Travelling alone its not a big deal to me, I kinda started loving it. Out of place and generation, total misfit to the surrounding may be, I still come out of my fox hole and try to explore on my own terms, no compromise whatsoever.
First time Airbnb in India, lot of googling, reading reviews, I ended up at Michelle’s lovely, peaceful place(Mulaqat) only few KM from Bagdogra airport. She is an awesome host with lot of travelling tips and suggestions. If you are a solo female traveller, her place is meant for you. She can arrange for a local auto pick up from airport which is hassle free.
After a peaceful night I was up on time geared up for my 2021 trek.
To Be Continued
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