Yoga, Space Travel and the Western Express Highway
The Western Express Highway in Bombay is an extremely busy, arterial road. Unfortunately, these days it is more aptly described as the Western Express Craterway. I crib and curse as I travel along it, to and from work. Everyday. And you know what? The bloody craters still don’t go away!
Hmmm… this possibly requires a change of approach, and therefore dear reader I invite you to a drive on the brighter side of the WEC.
Do you have a bit of the galactic hitch-hiker in you? Would you like to ride on the Moon or even Mars, but can’t afford it? Look no further. Welcome to the WEC. Get your desired experience at a fractional, fraction of the cost.
Maybe space travel ain’t exactly your cup of tea. Okay, how about health?
Practicing Yoga has numerous benefits. Performing asanas results in the massage and stimulation of your internal organs. That’s an important health benefit. Don’t have a yoga guru? No worries. You can now experience similar benefits by riding along the WEC for a complete internal churn. In fact along some stretches, you have to work hard to ensure that your insides don’t get outside.
As your vehicle leaps and bounds, and takes on a life of it’s own, you have two more fitness options. If you are driving yourself, wrestling with the steering wheel will definitely increase arm strength. On the other hand, if you are being driven around, you have an excellent chance to hone your sense of balance. For maximum benefits, try the latter option in an auto-rickshaw.
For the folks who prefer extreme sports, dare-devil style, the WEC has something for you too. Take a motorbike (or a similar 2-wheeler) ride, preferably when the water puddles camouflage and hide the depth of the craters. The goal of this game is to go through as many of these water-filled craters as you can. Remember, you aim for the craters, not around them. Wearing a helmet during this routine is highly recommended.
While you enjoy your ride on the WEC, I hope that you don’t miss out on the subtle lesson of this story: “I am a good, creative progammer!” To understand why, you must read Kingfisher and Good Software, and apply the principles described therein to the WEC… ;)