Planting Kanikunna - Mission This Vishu

A small thought and desire as we come to an end of this day. 15th April has turned out to be a very special day for me. 

Seeing people struggling to get Kanikonna (Cassia fistula) flower this year , which is such a beautiful golden shower and the state flower of Kerala.  Urge each one to plant at least one tree of this flower.  In your own backyard if you have some space, or gift it to someone who you think will take care of it? 

Can you please spread this word? We need more trees, and this one is beautiful indeed.

"... മനസ്സിലുണ്ടാവട്ടേ

ഗ്രാമത്തിൻ വെളിച്ചവും

മണവും മമതയും -

ഇത്തിരി കൊന്നപ്പൂവും!"

-- വൈലോപ്പിള്ളി

My dad would say planting a tree help keep alive the memory of your loved ones. Dedicated to a person you love. 

Losing a loved one on this day couple of years before, this is for you. Do share pics when done.