I'm sure, going through your article, would get all of us looking into our own lives. May be we didn't have too many choices when we started & future holds better opportunities for next generation. Till then , we are happy pursuing our passion as a hobby & contributing in best possible manner.

Lovely narration of entire incidence & really felt the emotions you have gone through. Reminds me of Dr. Salim Ali's story with "Chestnut-shouldered Petronia" which was a defining moment in his journey towards contributions to ornithology.

Thanks for sharing & keep writing..