Being born and brought up in Kashmir paradise on earth nestled in the highest and most glorious mountain range on earth the Himalayas is indeed a reward of destiny. The landlocked valley of Kashmir has a unique history of art culture spirituality food and lifestyle which the author weaves masterfully into a rich tapestry with his life experiences. An account of his recent visit to Kashmir in July 2016 which he calls a sentimental journey- a pilgrimage to the homeland is captivating. It engages the reader with an intensely human journey of the life of the author in Kashmir and beyond from 1930's to the present.