In life, mistakes are inevitable. But have you ever noticed who makes these mistakes? It is not the bystanders or the critics who sit on the sidelines; it is the doers—the ones who take action, who venture into the unknown, and who try to bring change. The Gujarati saying, “Only…
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Exploring Lucid Dreaming: My Journey into the Awakening Mind
I have experienced lucid dreaming many times, where I become fully aware that I am dreaming. Often, I can modify my dreams to suit my satisfaction, exploring vivid and surreal scenarios. But one recent experience stood out to me. During the dream, I realized I was dreaming and became aware…
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Let Go Like a Leaf: A Lesson from Nature
Nature often has a way of teaching us profound lessons through its simplicity. Consider the humble leaf. When rain falls on a leaf, the water glistens for a moment, then slides off effortlessly. The leaf doesn’t cling to the droplet, nor does it hold on too long. It simply lets…
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Discovering the World of Ham Radio: A Journey from Crisis to Connection
Introduction Growing up in the village of Karjala in Bhavnagar, I always had a fascination with communication. But it wasn’t until a life-altering event that I truly appreciated its importance. During the devastating Tauktae cyclone in Gujarat, I faced a situation that would lead me down an unexpected and enriching…
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An Unexpected Confrontation: My Encounter with the Watchman at Udhna
Yesterday, I found myself in an unexpected and heated confrontation with an elderly watchman while waiting in the shade of a tree near a parking area in Udhna. What started as a moment of rest while dropping off a friend quickly turned into an argument over public space and authority….
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A Memorable Eyeball QSO with VU2JMN (Jayeshbhai Patel)
Amateur radio enthusiasts know the value of connections—not just the ones we make on the airwaves, but also the personal bonds we form with fellow operators. Today, I had the pleasure of meeting Jayeshbhai Patel, known by his callsign VU2JMN, at my factory. What began as a simple visit to…
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Eyeball QSO with VU3PNT: A Memorable Lunch at Nalinbhai’s QTH
Yesterday, my brother and I had the pleasure of meeting Nalinbhai Parekh, VU3PNT, for an eyeball QSO that was nothing short of delightful. After months of connecting over the airwaves, we finally arranged to meet in person at his QTH (home) for lunch. It was a fantastic experience that highlighted…
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DIY 9 Element VHF / UHF Dual Band Ham Radio Antenna
Building your own VHF-UHF antenna can be a rewarding project, especially for ham radio enthusiasts and hobbyists looking to enhance their communication capabilities. A 9-element antenna offers a good balance between size and performance, making it ideal for various applications, from local communications to listening to distant stations. In this…
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Serving the Nation OR Serving the Self ?
The saying “An elephant has different teeth for chewing and for show” comes to mind in this context. This saying reminds me of a recent example: a young man who passed the GPSC exam and became a Class 3 government servant. One of his family members stated that he cleared…