Twenty Thirteen in Twelve to Thirteen.

Now that 2013 is coming to an end- I've decided to pen down all of my 2013 experiences. How do I start off- my 2013 began in a train hauled by an EMD as I woke up from side lower berth at 2:00. It was near Giddaluru and I had to rush back to Hyderabad on an emergency note. Yes, first one and half week of 2013 was in complete tension mode as I was roaming around hospitals for my close relative. Then I probably had few mesmerizing days in my life as I've been to namesake Industrial tour, with 7 of my batch mates. Taj Mahal is obviously the first place to visit and yes- it is one of the best places I've ever visited. Followed by Delhi- Shimla. Kufri peak was equally good, and those moments I cannot forget in my life. River rafting at negative temperatures and entering the place with negative temperatures with totally wet body- probably that is one night I can never forget. Special thanks to Bhanu Chander Rao, who came out in chilling temperature of -8* so that I could capture my "Sleeping Manali" picture, which is one for the keeps. I saw people drive cars in frozen roads. I did experience what is "Paragliding". I experienced negative temperatures, I experienced "getting Delayed due to fog". I learnt numerous things which I never knew.

I learnt to accept the things, especially taking bus over train. I met new people, I met #BadeLog. I traveled in Godavari Express. I touched a three day old baby. I experienced a three day old baby holding my index finger. I got learnt how to drive car in traffic. I got ten out of ten correct in Learners Licence test. I listened to Tum Hi Ho- which is easily the best song of the year 2013. I listened to most energetic song of 2013- Balam Pichkari. I danced to one of the catchy beats- Badtameez Dil. I went to Sunrisers Hyderabad v Royal Challengers Bangalore- I witnessed Super Over in a Cricket Match. I canceled my travel along with family members in my favorite- for examinations which I never knew I'd bunk. I struggled with JNTU- twice, as usual. I wrote with one of the best pens ever- Cello Accugrip- thanks to Sree Ram Sarma for forgetting it in my bag. I went on a long drive with my close friends. I ate Paradise Biryani. I ate Paradise Biryani twice.

I visited new places, places which I dreamt of visiting. I visited Dudhsagar Waterfalls. I visited Suravali. I stepped into Goa. I saw Five EMD locos together roaring loud. I personally met many new people whom I dreamt of meeting. I saw WDG4's going through the viaduct (Bridge) in front of the Mighty Dudhsagar Waterfalls. I saw Amaravathi Express from Dudhsagar View point. I trekked for 5.4 KMs in thick forest amidst Western Ghats in heavy rain. I saw India winning Champions Trophy.

I experienced a small kid identifying me after three months. I traveled in Vishakapatnam Secunderabad Duronto Express. I traveled in Secunderabad Lokmanya Tilak Duronto Express. I traveled in all three Duronto Expresses of South Central Railways. I traveled in state of art Apartment on wheels- Double Decker Express. I experienced Bhor Ghats. I put my foot in the land of Narendra Modi. I saw Sabarmathi Locomotive.

I failed in two wheeler driving test and passed four wheeler driving test. I passed the two wheeler and I got my licence. I drove my car without any "L Board" legally. I drove my family to movie.

I experienced betrayal. I experienced biased-ness. I learnt new lessons. I came to know I could drive bike for 15 KMs next day morning at 7 AM by sleeping at 3AM. I experienced loneliness. I learnt to keep secrets for myself. I learnt to digest truth irrespective of how hot my ears get after coming to know them. I understood what is true love. I understood how everything goes in society.

I visited Raigir. I visited Raigir twice. I visited Raigir for third time. I visited Raigir for the fourth time. I went to Odela. I went to Shirdi. I traveled in Aurangabad Jan Shatabdi. I Experienced Kasra Ghats. I experienced Mother of Catch Sidings. I saw Marine Drive. I saw Chhatrapathi Shivaji Terminus Mumbai Main Entrance. I entered into it from main entrance. I traveled in Queen of Indian Railways- Deccan Queen. I experienced Dining Car of Indian Railways amidst Bhor Ghats. I traveled in Pune-Secunderabad Shatabdi- ICF coaches.

I celebrated Vinayaka Chavithi. I clicked a photo for 8 seconds and got expected result. I studied for my examinations. I experienced people change. I got messages which changed me. I talked to a friend who I thought I would never talk. I talked with a friend- once for who I was ready to give away my life. I felt sad for my decisions. I feared love. I tried to do something just because I said I would do. I booked ticket in Rajdhani Express by saving money by skipping evening snacks. I saw Bangalore Rajdhani Express getting a WDP4 from Krishnarajapuram. I fought with Murthy for trains and locos.

I wished one of my close friends birthday for one full month. I wished happy birthday in all possible ways with which they could be happy. I heard "Roar" by Katy Perry.

I booked my ticket in Rajdhani Express. I got my ticket confirmed from RAC 6. I traveled in Rajdhani Express. I got my friends with whom I discuss railways at the railway station when I am boarding my favorite train. I experienced Makali Ghats in Rajdhani Express powered by WDP4. I ate CTR butter Dosa I met new people. I went to Tiruchchirappalli. I met many more new people. I attended a Christian marriage. I saw Rockfirt Temple. I ate onion roast on a banana leaf. I saw Baiyappanahalli. I saw Soldevanahalli. I clicked photos. I traveled in one of the most Jaffa Trains ever- 15016 Yesvantpur-Gorakhpur Express. I saw my childhood place from train.

I got special compliments for my photography. I got a sorry from someone who I never expected to realize their mistake, although it was committed without their knowledge and eventually cried for them. I felt special due to them. I felt happy because someone said all the things I wanted to hear from them. I lied and took my 14 years old "about to be scrapped" Omni to Secunderabad at night 21:00 to receive the eldest person of my family. I got appreciated for my driving and risking.

I am definitely better person than what I was. I learnt many new things. I learnt how to cool down my ears when I hear something unexpected and shocking. I hope 2014 will give me many more experiences.

PS: I will be doing my 20,000 KMs on rail by tomorrow.