Naakaa
What I like about my friends at Naakaa (def. Hangout corner, in hindi - addaa), is their attitude towards life, so much optimistic, care free, enjoying each moment to the fullest. Thanks to my schoolmate Swapnil who introduced me to his friends. These fellows hang out most of the evenings at a corner near Phadke road. Some regularly come while some drop occassionally.
It was in 2003 that I found myself at this place on weekends. Quite some time it had been my sole source of entertainment. We met 1-2 hours in evening, shared our experiences and stories, cracked many jokes, teasing each other (taang khichana) and passing comments on crowd. Passing by junta thought us eve teasers! Who cared of them. What ever these guys appear, they are true from heart. Very much direct and tell you whatever they think about you. I met these guys when I had some bad experience with people – way they behave and way they appear. Ever since then, I am proud to be part of this group – we call ourselves “WE DARE”
I enjoyed playing football during monsoon and cricket on weekends with my new friends. What made me much closer to these friends is our common passion for trekking! My first trek with WE DARE was Ratangad – Karoli Ghat trek, way back in 2004. My bike trip and trek to Ajoba was the latest with them.
Many of my naka friends have ventured out of Dombivli for their jobs and career, many got married. Naka is now quite often deserted. But regularly people still keep coming back to naka. There are always stories to be shared, jokes to be cracked and who says bachelors life ends after marriage :)
Some things I dont approve is their regular booze treats; some smoke. But I feel its a personal choice. This havent stopped me associating with WE DARE.
Thanks fellows! You guys taught me a lot about life and ways to enjoy life. I think I am a different person after meeting you.
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