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Reading update (October 2024)

[…]span classic dystopia, thrilling mysteries, war novels, and quick-read gems. I’ve included a few new finds, a couple of series I’m continuing, and authors I always come back to. Here’s a rundown of the books I’ve read in the last seven months, in no particular order. Classics & Dystopian Reads Thrillers & Mystery Novels Short Reads & Standalones New Discoveries: Books About Books and Literary Journeys A Three Part Series Lasting Impressions Wrapping Up Each of these books added something unique to my reading journey. From Orwell’s timeless lessons… er… classics, to thrilling murder mysteries and a series of short […]

Stories about Castles and Gardens – Part 3

[…]Mote Ightham Mote, near Sevenoaks in Kent, is a medieval moated manor house. With over 700 years of history, it features stunning architecture and beautifully preserved interiors. The surrounding gardens and woodland walks add to the enchantment of this historic gem. It’s also a place we had visited last year. This time we were accompanied by Ashwina’s parents who are staying with us for a few months. Scotney Castle Yet another place that we returned to for the third time. Scotney Castle, in Lamberhurst, Kent, is a romantic 14th-century moated castle. The estate includes picturesque gardens and a Victorian country […]

WordCamp Europe 2024 Recap – Experiences of a first time attendee

[…]meetups incredibly fun. Getting ready for WCEU I had planned to attend WordCamp London last year, but it was cancelled due to costs. So, this year, I decided to take the plunge and book my way to Turin to attend WCEU 2024. I booked my flights and hotel in February. I had hesitated to book the hotel and could not get the NH Lingotto, which was closest to the venue. I booked the AC Hotel which is about 10 minutes away and was still available at a discount. I used my last Amex voucher along with my miles to book […]
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Reading update (March 2024)

[…]the Jake Brigance series. This is probably Jake’s toughest case as he is selected to defend a 16-year-old boy accused of killing an abusive cop. Then came The Firm which likely launched Grisham into fame. Mitch McDeere thought he had found his dream job, a fancy home, a shiny brand-new BMW along with an amazing salary. If it’s too good to be true, it probably isn’t. I then entered the ruthless world of corporate law in The King of Torts followed by the harsh reality in The Appeal. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or new to his work, Grisham’s novels are sure to keep you […]

India Diaries – The 2024 Edition – with a twist

[…]the last two weeks of January to be on holiday. We flew to Bangalore overnight and landed at the new terminal, designed as a “terminal in the garden”. We had booked IndiGo for our flight to Pune. However, we discovered that we had to change terminals to the old one which was quite far away and required a bus ride. Fortunately, based on our experience, we hired two porters who helped us reach the terminal and get checked in without any hassle. The last time, we had a horrible experience with SpiceJet, which is now forever on our no-fly list. […]
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Happy New Year 2024 and 2023 In Review

[…]have kept bugs away (at least during my travels). What’s in store for 2024 I don’t make any New Year’s resolutions because I know I won’t keep them. However, I do aim to achieve a few things every year. This year, my key focus is to build up Beyond Develop. This will involve building pro versions for my two most used plugins and more frequent and smaller updates for the others. I’m also hoping to land one or two small projects where I can use my WordPress expertise. This should hopefully turn a profit in the first year. I still have […]

Stories about Castles and Gardens – Part 2

[…]to Knole and exploring other parts of the estate – probably once the weather gets better next year. Sissinghurst Castle Garden This is a relatively new property compared to the other ones that we visited. Vita Sackville-West, the poet and writer, began transforming Sissinghurst Castle in the 1930s with her diplomat and author husband, Harold Nicolson. We spent a lot of time in the vegetable garden with our little one venturing out on foot on the soft grass. I also climbed all the way to the top of the tower to capture some photographs of the entire estate. And this […]

Celebrating 20 years of Ajay on the Road called Life!

[…]design. I had no idea that this site would become such an important part of my life. Over the years, this site has witnessed many changes and milestones in my life. I pursued an MBA at SCMHRD in Pune and switched to a career in investment banking in 2009. I moved to Bangalore for a year and then to London, where I currently live with my wife and daughter. I wrote about my travels to various places around the world, such as Scotland, France, the US and Canada, amongst others. I also shared my jokes, book reviews, personal stories, and […]
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