CHENGA PENJOR's JOURNEY

Silent Thimphu It was proven that, lockdown breaks the chain of local transmission of diseases. It provides the professionals to study the disease carefully and plan the way forward accordingly. A lady was detected to be Covid-19 positive from the flu clinic in Thimphu which led to Lockdown in Thimphu Dzongkhang on 20 th December 2020. The news of lockdown was known to the public early in the morning before the government could officially announce. This has shaken the minds of all the people, rushing to every corner of shops, buying essential items. The first thing that triggers the minds of the people is FOOD/EATING. From my little perspective view, that very moment will be the perfect opportunity to spread the disease when many people rush without adapting the Covid-19 protocols. It was on Saturday night, the relatives came for a baby shower and we had a great time. Early in the morning of Sunday at around 8:00 AM, some friends were calling informing us of the possibility of the L

  The day on 10th December 2020, when we were referred to JDWNRH after an appointment with the gynecologist for a cesarean. The whole night was a nightmare with the thoughts of successful delivery, the gender of the baby, if the supplied soups would be sufficient, and would it be at the time of need. It was on 11th December 2020 after battling the night, early in the morning a nurse came with an operation gown and told us that we are the first one to go. "Be ready by 9:00AM". Butterflies in my stomach, worrisome in my head, forced smile on my face; I help her get dressed and we waited for the knock at our door. "It's time La. Bring the stretcher". Followed by a nurse " Don't panic, Everything will be fine". from Level-4 to Level-2, In the lift; The wild imagination flashes back in my mind. Within no time we are already at Level-2 standing in front of the operation theatre. I was like, " I will wait here". " You can't wait here,

Sneak Peek of Cabin It was 7:00AM in the morning that triggered the Alarm clock. Got myself freshen and dressed up, readying to head to the Hospital. The plan for the early movement for the fact that Baby Thayeden won't be notified when we left. As I readied, I hugged and kissed my baby for the last time before I leave. I left my heavy heart and felt sorry for her.  By 8:00AM, there was a long queue already for blood sample collections. We were 39th to be tested. Desups trying real hard to maintain the distance, some guiding the patients with the directions, others helping the aged people reaching to the destination. Seats were marked with a red cross ❌ alternatively, then people were seen occupying the crossed mark. All are seen with masks 😷 ON, which makes us unrecognizable at first glance. The token blink sound, Beep, Beep... Desup shouting, Token No. 39, "Token Sum-Chu-So- Ghu La" . There she goes, gave her blood sample. The report will be out only at 11:00AM.  Coll

Blessings are in any form to which it depends upon the beliefs of the recipient. Every day, we receive some kind of thing to which we tend to ignore its importance unless the very purpose is served beyond our imagination. Blessings shouldn't be asked, blessings shouldn't be expected,  blessings shouldn't be ignored. It should be gracefully accepted and spiritually liberated in any way forward. In 2016, I was blessed with a beautiful daughter who turned 4 years old on June 27th. In a day or two, I am expecting another child which I am hoping, everything will be fine with the grace of God and the well-wishers of close friends and families. With the very reason of Covid-19, JDWNRH has restricted the patients to take any edible items and the patients should be accompanied by one attendant only that too after testing Covid-19 and declaring that you are Covid negative. Those women/mothers delivering babies need to be fed with soup 🍲  to which the hospital will provide. People a

The destination is place where you want to land up after you walk the path, sometimes the journey isn’t that pleased but one has to go through the thorns for the beauty of roses. Seldom we land up with two directions, confused with which way to choose. One directs us to the land of mischievous and others to our destination. Now, which way to choose? Is it our instincts that will guide us to the right path, OR will there be some godly guidance in the right way? A karmic action comes to a play. If you are a believer of a religious point of view, some way or the other you will observe it, either in your dreams OR some invisible forces. For everything we do, there should be some set of goals to be achieved. Some targets need to be set to complete the job before you start a new job.  I am lost to this world. It becomes difficult to remember what I did yesterday. The task I am assigned to needs to be constantly followed up which is unmanageable sometimes. There is a loss of focus and my des

We do have a mysterious thing in our life that correlates with past life. If we consult the learned personalities, they will say the things that will speak of our karmic connection and the science says the otherwise, the mere coincidence. Actually, science and religion should go hand in hand and we should believe in both theories. Indeed, it is the end-users who should take faith on the way round suiting the situation around. There are stories of reincarnation that recollect the past life’s work and remembers the past life. And there are those who dictate us of our past life and predict our future. Sometimes, it is so contradictory to carry on the belief that paves our road ahead. If the words are of comforting/soothing, we feel the encouragement within us to go ahead. If the news is otherwise, the big doubt and unwillingness to pass through kill us halfway. Some people are way too much into believing like orthodox. I feel there should be a limitation in everything we are up to. Spir

  PC: Google In the sky full of stars along with the moon, Twinkling beautifully that paved the walking path. As you tend to sit behind the horizon, This poor soul couldn’t find my way out, Thus pray for your return and brighten this path. Dreams filled with your return, Wind gush to flutter in my direction, Saying your name, whispering in my ears. Calls for the aid, calls for the hold, a hug, That shall soothe the ache of this pour soul. Early return to be found with another soul, Killed this poor heart bleeds to death. As the sun rise, replacing you from above, When the night falls, you are the waited one. Looking up in the sky full of clouds, Remembering those days of sunshine, Laughter filled with tears rolled down my cheek. Cherishing those moments with a smile, Closing the lid of pain evaporating, Shall wait for your return forever. Again to shine from above replacing the shining sun, Shall welcome you with an open heart. Fortunate was

Tshering Tshomo, PC: Her Facebook page I was approached by Ms.  Tshering Tshomo , who has been associated with me during her stay over MHPA to provide her with a recommendation letter which is the main requisite for job application in one of the organizations. It was like a shockwave entering my nerves and making my whole body numb for minutes.  Never was that offer expected nor deserved. Someone is looking up to me for they want to include me in their referee.  I am honored to be part of Tshering's career even though nothing extraordinary is done to impact her career. If something is found by her which I don't know what I possess then I am to stand upright and live up to her expectations. I don't possess any qualities to be appreciated nor do I have capabilities to shoulder that responsibility. I am living within the grace of God (Lam Ken Cho Sum).  I don't want to be recognized nor do I want to be named. I am living my simple life bounded by uncomplicated rules. If I

A scene from my Verandah Looking through my Verandah; I can hear the soaring river flowing down the Thruepang Palace, Rarely see people moving around; freely, Dogs sleeping, stretching their legs high on the road; freely, Movement of vehicles lessen to the minimum, Right view is the stores of Rabten Enterprise and Anjuli Tshongkhang; Trucks come to store for stockpiling, Boleros & Hilux lined up to take their share, Reaching all essentials to every corner, Dessups unloading/loading the packed goods, Every ordered item, marked by the names with contact numbers, Off they go with full loads, - Daily scene. Some manage to walk nearby their corridor, Others found sitting ideally in their verandahs, There are some looking through the window; Evening time with drizzle from the sky, As I hold and my cup of tea, People after people stands in the open sky, Drenching themselves with the drizzling, Some praying with folded hands, And there came the news

Thayeden on a display of her favorite On 11th August 2020, in the history of Bhutan, for the first time, the nation observes Lockdown. Where the people are not allowed to come out and travel across the country is banned. The lockdown was imposed due to the outbreak of Coronavirus at Gelephu. The plan was successfully executed in tracing the direct contacts with the main victim and testing all the people. The news came as a surprise to everyone but the government was well prepared to sort the things out. Essential items were delivered to the doorstep and many toll-free numbers were provided to contact for the service. Dessups and armed forces are on the frontlines who left their families on a call of the nation. They eat in a makeshift and sleep in the designated place. Once all is over they need to go in quarantine for days.  Due to increasing numbers of cases for withdrawal at hospitals, the government goes beyond delivering the tobacco and alcohol products. Many ways and means to eas

July 2020 has been the busiest month for MHPAIANS. The month came to be full of stress. It is the month, one month notice has been served for those 179 employees of MHPA who shall leave by 1st August. With those leaving the project, only 7 contract/deputation employees are left in MHPA. Nevertheless, the O&M team is well set up with Handing/Taking to be completed by the end of July 2020. There seem to be masses going in/out of the office. I can see many new faces entering my office, greeting with a smile, some offering Doma for the signature in the No Due Form. I was like, "When did you join MHPA, Wish you Luck in future" .  Dam and UGPH people constantly attend the meeting after meeting - discussing the methodology to close the contract and the way forward in handing/taking. It was a surprise for me when I was nominated for taking over the charge of PMG and C&P (Project Monitoring Group and Contracts & Procurement). The funny part is that I prepare the handing/ta

Thayeden at her best Dear Baby Thayeden, 27 th June 2016, the day you were born in this universe in the form of an angel to a daughter of mine, storming all the karmic connections between us, withstanding the strongest bond of love, looking in your eyes – I can see the happiness of mine heightening within you. It has been the stunning FOUR YEARS journey with you seemingly making my life complete with your presence. Your existence is my life boost the confidence of our coexistence. You give me the very reason for my living in this world. Everything I do and decides is for you. For you to be kind, happy, and modest is all that I yearn from you. And I shall endure every possible ways and means to walk the path to be your guidance in fulfilling your dreams. You make me smile a little more than I used to. As you step to the ladder of 4 years old, I wish you a very Happy Birthday. You deserve to be happy and fulfilling and I assure you to give you everything. I loved you, I

PC: Google Highly pressurized by your superior, Working hard and putting every bit count for a survivor, To the point begging and knocking to endeavor, Putting the life at stake beside one's behavior. Rising oneself by stepping others, Can be compared to a bird with a single feather, Nothing could mend again to flutter, Dreams of flying once and for all shatter. Mostly needed emotions to be grown by encouragement, Sometimes all it wanted was an acknowledgment, For the sacrifices endured for others development, Needless, there always has some settlement. Ending oneself is the last option, Never should be thought-provoking for that solution, The suicide of Bollywood actor is a clear demonstration, Depression is real and deep down hunts one's determination. Speaking, sharing and talking to those who listen, Shall ease the pain down to lessen, Suicide of an actor shall be taken as a lesson, Never to forget the role of compassio

Samten Zangmo For more than 6 years,  you had an office where you work and learn. A place you attend your duties so diligently.  You had a boss to whom you rely upon and listen to. Sometimes you used to complain about the stress they give. You had a companion to discuss and solve the issue.  You used to have some followers you acquaint with and listens to your command. Contractors used to visit you with the work related to the project.  You used to have a position that you are recognized for.  You used to have a status and held your head high amongst the male-dominated environment.   You have given so much to the development of this prestigious project known to everyone as the cheapest project, that hardly has a budget to disburse the monthly salaries to the employee at this juncture. In the name of cost-cutting, employees are faced off at the end of December 2019 that unfortunately had your name in the list, irony to the fact that some are without work for the last