The Wickedness of Mankind

When the Lord saw how wicked everyone on the earth was and how evil their thoughts were all the time, He was sorry that he had ever made them and put them on the earth. He was so filled with regret that he said, “I will wipe out these people I have created, and also the animals and birds, because I am sorry that I made any of them.” But the Lord was pleased with Noah.

Genesis 6: 5-8

Grace in the Midst of Judgment.

Humanity had drifted so far that every inclination of the heart was evil continually. God saw it, and Scripture says He was grieved. Yet verse 8 turns the whole story: "But Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord."

Three truths stand out:

God sees the heart.

He isn't indifferent to sin or suffering. His grief shows He cares deeply about us.

Sin is serious.

The passage reminds us that a heart left to itself drifts away from God, and that drift has consequences.

Grace is the turning point.

 Noah didn't earn favor by being flawless. He found it, and his faith led him to walk with God when the world didn't.

 Even when the world around you feels broken, God's grace is still available. Seek His favor, walk faithfully, and trust that one life surrendered to Him can make a difference.

Ramakkalmedu.

                            Mesmerizing  nature in Idukki district,Kerala.                                                                        

Ramakkalmedu is a hill station and scenic viewpoint in Idukki district, Kerala, India, near Kumily and about 15 km from Nedumkandam. It sits at roughly 3,500 feet above sea level on the Western Ghats.

Key highlights:

Statue of Kuravan and Kurathi:

 A giant steel sculpture of a tribal couple, one of the largest in India, standing on the hilltop and drawing most visitors.

Wind and views:

It is known for strong, constant winds, and a wind farm operates here. From the top you can look across to Tamil Nadu, including the Theni plains and Cumbum valley.

Name legend:

Linked to the Ramayana, with the belief that Lord Rama stood on the rocks here (kal  means stone, medu means high ground) while searching for Sita.

Wildlife:

 The area is also home to the endangered Nilgiri tahr.

Best time to visit:

 September to March, when the weather is pleasant. Monsoon months can bring heavy mist and slippery paths.

It's usually combined with a trip to Thekkady (Periyar), Munnar, or Vagamon.

                        

Malampuzha Dam.

Malampuzha Dam and Garden.

is a famous tourist attraction located near Palakkad in Kerala, at the foothills of the Western Ghats. 

The dam was constructed across the Malampuzha River, a tributary of the Bharathapuzha River, as part of a major irrigation project. 

Construction began in 1949 and the dam was completed in 1955.

Surrounded by green hills, forests and the beautiful waters of the reservoir, Malampuzha offers a picturesque setting for nature lovers. 

The Malampuzha Garden, spread around the reservoir, is one of Kerala's popular gardens, featuring colourful flower beds, lawns, fountains, sculptures and well-maintained pathways. 

The combination of the dam, tranquil reservoir, lush greenery and Western Ghats makes Malampuzha a delightful destination for visitors.

JACK FRUIT LADDU

Ingredients

1. Cooked and mashed

               Jackfruit                               4 cups

2. Roasted and ground rice              1 cup

3. Jaggery                                            3 cups

4. Grated coconut                              2 cups

5. Cardamom powder                      ½ teaspoon

5. Cumin seed powder                    ½ teaspoon

6. Ghee/Vanaspati.                          2 spoons

7. Nuts                                                 1 spoon

Heat jaggery with ½ cup water to make a liquid and sieve. Heat ghee in a pan, add mashed jackfruit, jaggery liquid, grated coconut and cumin seed powder. Stir well to dry. Remove from heat. Add roasted and ground rice, cardamom powder and nuts.Shape like small balls, garnish with nuts.    

 

 

WATER MELON SALAD

Ingredients

1. Sliced watermelon                         4 cups
2. Orange juice                                   1 cup
3. Butter                                               1 teaspoon
4. Maida                                               2 teaspoons
5. Sugar                                                 1 spoon  

 Mix butter and maida. Heat a pan and roast the mixture. Allow to cool. Add orange juice and sugar to this mixture. Heat it and stir to make a thick sauce. Arrange sliced watermelon in bowls, add orange juice sauce and garnish with grapes. Refrigerate for one hour before use.

Poomala Dam

Poomala Dam

calm and serene
in Thrissur District,Kerala.

Poomala Dam is an irrigation dam in Poomala village, Thrissur district, Kerala. 

It lies about 12 km east of Thrissur town. It falls under Mulankunnathukavu Panchayath in Puzhakkal block.

A division weir was built in the Poomala Valley in 1939, and the Poomala reservoir was commissioned in 1968. 

The dam was first built only for irrigation and was managed by the Minor Irrigation Department. 

It stands 94.50 metres above mean sea level. The dam has four shutters, and its maximum water level is 29 feet. During heavy rain the shutters are raised and residents along the Malavayi stream are told to stay alert. 

The dam is also a tourist spot. The District Tourism Promotion Council began a beautification project in 2008, and the dam was officially declared a tourist centre on 21 March 2010. 

The site now has a 600 m walkway with handrails, a community hall, a cafeteria and toilet facilities. Visitors come in the monsoon to see the water and greenery, and can enjoy boating and the park on the bank. 

Kovalam Beach.

Magnificent,

Awesome,

Amazing..

in Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala.

Kovalam Beach, on the Arabian Sea coast just south of Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala, India, is one of the state's best-known seaside destinations. Its name means "grove of coconut trees," and the shoreline is lined with swaying palms that frame the view. The beach is made up of three adjoining crescents: Lighthouse Beach, the longest and busiest, Hawah Beach, and Samudra Beach, which is quieter and favoured by those seeking calm.

Rocky headlands cradle the coves, producing gentle, relatively safe waters that make swimming and sunbathing popular. The red-and-white Vizhinjam Lighthouse crowns a hill at the southern end, and climbing it rewards visitors with sweeping views of the coastline and endless blue horizon. Along the shore, small cafés serve fresh seafood, and fishermen pull in their catch in the early morning, a scene that adds local character.

Kovalam began drawing travelers in the 1930s, when the royal family of Travancore built a seaside retreat here, and it later became a stop on the hippie trail in the 1970s. Today it offers a mix of resorts, yoga and Ayurvedic massage centers, surfing lessons, and catamaran rides. The best time to visit is between October and March, when the weather is dry and pleasant, and sunsets over the water are especially memorable.

Vagamon

Misty hills and valleys,

fascinating meadows,

enchanting pine forest,

and many more pleasant things.....

located in Idukki and Kottayam districts,

in Kerala.....

One of the most attractive places in India,

in its scenic and greenery landscape.......

Vagamon – A Serene Hill Station in Kerala

Vagamon is a beautiful hill station in the Idukki district of Kerala, known for its rolling green meadows, mist-covered hills, pine forests, and peaceful surroundings. Situated at an elevation of about 1,100 metres above sea level, Vagamon offers a refreshing escape from the heat and bustle of the cities. 

The landscape is adorned with lush tea plantations, valleys, waterfalls, and winding roads surrounded by greenery. 

The famous Vagamon meadows are ideal for enjoying the cool breeze and scenic views, while the pine forests create a calm and picturesque atmosphere.

 Vagamon is also popular for activities such as trekking, paragliding, and nature walks. With its pleasant climate and unspoiled natural beauty, Vagamon is a wonderful destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary.

Evergreen forests…

Diverse flora and fauna…

Lush greenery landscape....

Still and cool water reservoir......

adjacent to the Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary,

and Punda peak in Western Ghats.....

at Mukundapuram Taluk

Thrissur District, Kerala,

providing soothing and relaxing atmosphere.....

Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India, on the western slopes of the Western Ghats.

 Established in 1984, it covers roughly 85 square kilometres and forms part of the Nelliampathy-Peechi-Vazhani to forest belt. 

The sanctuary takes its name from the Chimmini River, which flows through it and feeds the Chimmini Dam, whose reservoir sits along its edge.

The terrain is a mix of tropical evergreen, semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forest, with patches of grassland.

 This variety supports a rich diversity of life. Mammals include the Indian elephant, gaur, sambar deer, barking deer, wild boar, and the Nilgiri langur and lion-tailed macaque in some areas. 

The sanctuary is also home to leopards, and its birdlife includes hornbills, peafowl, woodpeckers and a range of forest and water birds.

 Butterflies, reptiles and amphibians add to the biodiversity, and several plant species found here are endemic to the Western Ghats.

Chimmini is valued as a quiet, less-crowded destination for nature lovers, trekkers and bird-watchers, and the forest and reservoir make for scenic views.

 Its importance lies mainly in protecting watershed forests, safeguarding elephant corridors and conserving the biodiversity of the Western Ghats, one of the world's recognised biodiversity hotspots.

Athirappilly - Vazhchal Waterfalls..

Feel the serenity and tranquility embellished with

Charming greenery and enchanting canopy…

Listen the murmuring waterfalls leaping through pebbles

And rocks, spreading misty drops…

Enjoy the dazzling splendor of whispering reeds

Among the fresh waterways…. 

Located on Chalakudy River, originating from Anamudy mountains

of the Western Ghats

Near the Vazhchal Forest Division,

Thrissur District,Kerala.

Carrot Laddu

Carrot Laddu

Ingredients

Grated carrot                     1 cup

Grated coconut                  1 cup

Sugar                                    ¾ cup

Water                                   ¼ cup

Ghee /Vanaspati                 2 spoons

Rava                                       2 spoons

Cardamom powder            1 spoon

Nuts & cherry                       1 spoon each

Add water and sugar, heat it to make a thick liquid. Add coconut to this and boil. Heat ghee, roast carrot, add sugar-coconut mixture, dry well. Add roasted rava,nuts and cardamom powder. Shape to balls, garnish with cherry.

Munnar.

Mattupetty Lake Munnar

Mattupetty Lake in Munnar, a few kilometers away from Mattupetty Dam. 

A beautiful lake inside the hills of Munnar, at a height of 1700m, with still water, serene and peaceful landscape.

On the way, Jacaranda trees, locally called Neela Vaaka are in full bloom enveloped in blue dots along the lush green tea gardens.

 The rolling grasslands and shola forests also transform the area as the delight for nature lovers…