Christmas Town in NC

Over the weekend we visited the Christmas town in Gaston county in north Carolina..Wat really amused me was the concept :Every house in the town is decorated very differently for Christmas with lighting and all in a very traditional way. You reach there and then realize ..yea festive season is on..But in spite of the tourist attraction the town commands I think town has resisted the super commercialization of the place . You can either park your car or just see the place in cozy car of yours. I would recommend later coz its very very chill though if you want to click some nice photos in front of all those innovative decorations you need to give comfort a toss. In all a very nice experience..

GMAT

Yes I have started steering the life in the direction of GMAT. After my fiasco in finding a job in US, I have decided to take another route to enter for GMAT prep, give exams and find a suitable B-School (part time) . The intend is to keep my mind busy in something substantial and eventually land up a job. And anyways I do believe the process in itself of prep of GMAT is a grooming one. You improve in English, maths, logical reasoning etc etc..so no harm in trying!! Well as of now started with a Princeton manual..very nice and very basic..but after a 5 year long hiatus from studies ?(and that too wen I was no stalwart at tat)..i don think there was any better way..I have also set v realistic time frame and score fr myself (my head spins with basics also :))..so lets c how it goes..

America's Next Model

Yesterday watched the finale of America's Next Model. The winner was not an obvious choice (Chelsey was better then Ann in terms of the whole package and Personality).. But I think what Tyra Banks is trying to emphasise even with her chat shows is " Beauty is relative".. Ann has been all through her life ridiculed for being extra tall and different. She grew up being conscious about her and people's perception..Probably that use to come very often in her performances. Her straight face with eyes bulging..not sure of herself..But with this winning she would be able to believe in herself more and I am sure would do better and better..As for Chelsey she already is a model and the whole world is already more then ready to endorse her :)..Having said that I do feel the hype is too much around "Beauty is skin deep" n all . Beauty is also skin deep. But the outer appearance does count. When you see a beautiful face you feel happy and appreciate it. I think this should be left at this space , in spite of all the hoopla surrounding it.

Google redirect Virus

I am having quite a liaison with computer viruses and this time it was google redirect virus: Every time I type something in google search, it would redirect me to either Spam pages or some advertisement sites. It was so annoying..who on this earth can live without googling? You want to make some dish, google it, You want to go for vacation, google it, You want the meaning of any word, google it, any website/movie/serial/news, google it. The life came to a standstill literally..:)..So I relied on good ol -Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware..I ran the full scan but woo no results. Then I updated the version and ran quick scan and the notorious virus was caught and quarantined, enabling me to google happily once again...

Koffee with Karan 4

Today I watched the Koffee with Karan episode with sonam and deepika. There was lots of fun, opinions and positive energies. It reminded me of my hostel days wen we used to sit in one room and just gossip and gossip, about all the irrelevant things in the world, giving opinions about hypothetical situations, going on long walks, having pillow talks,  doing pyjama parties and just lazing around. There were no serious talks and no sense..of course at that time it was all serious and full of sense :). But as years add to your age, laughter does become a serious business. Its important to sober down the road of age and age gracefully. With the age comes a whole lot of baggage of responsibilities and also the time to realize the long pending dreams and get ready to set examples for younger generation. I am more then glad that things are not invariable and with each dawn you have something interesting and more challenging awaiting for you !!!

Losing Hope

There are times when you keep trying for something and all you get is failure and failure. The confidence is bound to go down and you just want to leave and move on. But the one thought which keeps me going, and I don't want to give up is - Is the point I am giving up is my winning point? Who knows it could be..? then I would regret for years to come - Wish I had tried..nobody can predict future..I do believe in Karma and destiny. Though it may sound naive- I do believe that everyone comes to this world with a destiny and Karma  has the power to alter it. The process of trying never goes waste, you grow and learn, it is lots more better then sitting idle and sulking. If there are no immediate results/benefits its just that they are summing up for a greater one in future. Also, there is a rahim couplet which translates as this in English "Its good to have small obstacles in Life bcoz it helps you filter from the people surrounding you, who really is your own and can be counted on "

Chimney Rock NC

Childhood days

Wish Can get the childhood days back!!

Ye daulat bhii le lo, Ye shoharat bhii le lo

bhale chhiin lo mujhase merii javaanii

magar mujhako lautaa do bachapan kaa saavan

vo kaagaz kii kashtii, vo baarish kaa paanii......

Virus

Yesterday my computer got infected with a virus "Think Point". While browsing for some media programs, I got a virus alert similar to Microsoft security alert. I got trapped (:())..and I clicked to install think pad. My computer restarted and I got the thinkpoint console.. with an option to start the computer in safe mode..phew!!!! Here laptop is the only way of survival and if this would also go??? the very thought scared me and determined to get it back (lol)..I opened the task manager and loaded the desktop..after that tried to search for hotfix.exe file and delete it but the virus was moving. Then downloaded the anti virus and ran the full computer scan. After that the virus was removed from my laptop..and its back in my lap safe and sound..and I am back to blogging!!!

My Driving Classes

After realizing how important it is to drive in US (given the public transport here), I started taking my driving classes after clearing my drivers permit test. For my drivers permit test I prepared more then an IAS exam. Downloaded study material, practised mocked test, mugged all the traffic signs, kept rehearsing while sitting in passenger seat. And in the exam all the questions came from a cheat sheet which my husband gave on day 1 or were intuitive... well armed with, all my theoretical knowledge I was on the streets with my instructor. I have a huge phobia for driving (dunno noe d technical word ..:())..and if I was not good, I was not terrible either..its only 2 days of driving..I am not yet ready for my dmv test..but I am happy that I am trying to conquer my fear :)

A beautiful Ghazal

Thought of the Day..

Dont depend on anybody except yourself, hence its very important to keep enhancing your skill!!!

Claim the blog

The third operator steams a singer.
When in Rome, do as the Romans Do!!!

Durga Puja

It is quite interesting to see how Indians try to celebrate all traditional festivals in a foreign land.. It also provides a platform to all of us to come at one place, to know each other, interact, eat and enjoy!!! the loneliness which is a major drawback of living abroad sans ur family and friends amidst this takes a back seat. It is also comforting to see ur nt alone and others are also sailing in the same boat. Well nothing compares to the magnitude of celebration in India but whatever miniature form is created here is worth applauding!!!

Hindi Serials Online

To watch Hindi Serials Online..this is the best website..:

Click http://www.apnicommunity.com/india-forum/

Morning Tea

Start your day with a cup of coffee

For rest of the day u would feel lofty..

KBC4

KBC 4 is back with a bang with its old (no pun intented) host, the legend himself, "MR Amitabh Bachhan". I remember the hysteria which the first season has caused. At 9.00 P.M. the whole family would be glued to TV , guessing , learning and outdoing each other. It bought the family TV viewing together which was losing with younger generation moving to MTV and V channels. This time, program is also sending a message. Like in the last episode, when a person named Vanraj from small town won 25 lacks it emphasised on the importance of education for one and all. More then just a quiz show it also gives us a peak into the personal lives of the contenstants, their thinking, their motives and desires. It lets the contestant enjoy his moment of sitting on the Hot seat and probably winning the life changing amount. Well Kudos to the show and hope more and more follow!!!

Missing India

Here sitting in US idle for hours and hours I miss home so much. I miss India.. I miss the hustle bustle of India...The bazaars...the roadside pani-puri..the sari clad aunties..sipping evening tea together with family...the overcrowded buses and trains..the uneven roads and cursing them..the familiar viewing of Hindi TV..those favorite commercials...Indian weddings and parties for no reason..fighting with my brothers..playing with my niece..home cooked food and my mum..going to temple and following the rituals on festivals..going to office and working between the breaks..going fr a shopping spree to d-stress..bargaining with the rickshawala fr a rupee or two and then spending thousand in a mall...the ring of my mobile phone..the gossips in the late nites with my friends..I miss so much............

Bigg Boss 4

This is from a true ardent fan of bigg boss 4. I followed almost all the seasons of this show at times somehow toppling the time to catch up. I remember during the season 2, for me and bunch of my buddies at office it was a hot topic of conversation during breaks and Lunch time. Season 1 I remember because of the sweet love story of Aryan and Anupama. Season 3 I found very boring and just you to catch up with a hope of it living up to the past seasons. Well coming back to season 4 its full on masala.. wid a potpourri of different mix of people with different backgrounds, culture, region, religion.. and the best part is this time there is no aggressive entity (unlike some "S" and "R" :)).. Well it would be premature to predict any one's win but there are my personal favorites to whom I would love to see in finale ?(If there is one !!!! given all d controversies surrounding it)..

1) Sameer Soni : A former investment banker with a demure but strong personality. Haven't seen him much before but he does come also as a polished person with no dirty games. He has come across as a "sweet" person..

2) Shewta tiwari : Well she is on list coz she displays a certain maturity and definitely a tough individual (given all her hardships :() )...I don't think she is faking anything. Probably she is determined to win but that's why they are there. Whosoever says otherwise deserves to be thrown first coz they haven't understood the very basic concept that is a Game. If you really want to know how you can survive without luxuries, how much you are strong and blah blah ..rather then choosing a illustrious house of bigg boss there are many ashrams around India.. Should try them..wot say???

3) Manoj Tiwari..For simple reason, he is a very grounded person .. he is unmasked and unpretentious (unlike many..)..he reminds you of all those faces you watch when you cross a village and want to know them better..

Well this is my favs ..lets Hope at least one of them makes to the finale (fingers crossed )///

Public Speaking

We all have jitters when we have to express our views in front of a large audience..this is the fear of Public Speaking..True some are naturally good orators..but this is not the skill which cannot be developed ..Here are few tips to overcome the public speaking phobia..

1) Command on the Language - first and foremost learn the language..start practising the vocab of the language. Public speaking is indeed all about ornamented words..don't try to learn many words in one day and then vomit them when given a chance..Its about using them appropriately when required..so go slow..learn one word per day and start using the word in day to day life understanding all its connotations.

2) Command on The Topic - command on the topic is very important. Read and gain as many knowledge as you can. When it comes to presenting the topic state facts and use affirmative sentences. Facts make your speech more authentic which in turn gives you the required momentum and confidence.

3) Practise - So the good ol adage "Practise makes a man Perfect" holds true till date. Practise and Practise. Once you are at ease with recalling vital points spontaneity would also soon follow. Make your friend and family a mock audience and make them listen to your speech. If you can speak comfortably in front of your folks you would get away with "strange" glaring eyes too.

4) Be Neutral on the Stage - While on stage in the beginning look at the audience but avoid looking straight into their eyes. Address the whole gathering but avoid making "full eye contact" it can be intimidating at times. If at all you want to, you would always find some approving kind souls in the audience nodding to every single word you say. Those are the people who acts as your comforting cushion.

Having said that as you start speaking more and more the confidence builds up and the phobia expels..:)

Smile a Lot!!!!

Every Tear which falls of your eyes;
I will collect and keep;
I want to take all your sorrows;
And give all my happiness;
Smile alwz not for the world
But for me;
Coz with every smile of yours
I take a new birth...

Keeeeeeeeeeeeep Smiling !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Voyage for redemption…

In the dust of memories,
I can still glimpse blurred images,
I can still hear the distant voices
Yes, I can still feel and breathe
What I call, my motherland

Its long I left the place
And embarked on this journey
The journey to carve a niche for myself
But standing on its epitome I realized
I left my soul somewhere
And buried myself under the boulders of name and fame

It's been years I went to the place
Where I took my first step
Where I opened my eyes
Where I sensed love
Where I understood the life

I came to a place where everything was alien
Even the air in which I breathed made me feel weird
But I stayed on coz I knew I will make a mark over here

Today, my motherland is ablaze
With so much scarcity, and so much commotion
People divided over things like religion
My heart cries when I hear of bloodshed in my own region
But what can I do, rather than just shed a tear or two

I can't just leave and go
I have a family to hear
And many obligations to bear
Then something within me surfaces and says
U has a responsibility towards your country too
Forgot all those martyrs who lived before you?

Something within me boils I want to pack my bags and move
May be I can make a difference
At least I will die in peace I din betrayed, I was not an absconder

But I can't go; the cobweb of relations binds me and holds me tight
There is a fight within me not once but many times
Alas its just the family man who always grin.....

Today I read the newspaper
And saw the face of the person
With whom I have shared a part of my life,
Those innocent days of life
We have learnt to paint the canvas together
We have learnt to sing the carols together
But he took the last step alone
He has laid the life for the country, Man

I felt so belittle
Breathing but gasping
Alive but dead
My conscience no longer can elude me
My errands no longer can baffle me

I waved a goodbye to my kin and folk
I have lived all my relationships well till now
There is something more to live
A call, which would not go unanswered now...
I followed the call and started a new voyage
Voyage for redemption…

OutSourced

After America's Got Talent, this show has become my personal favorite. I have watched the movie too and absolutely adored it. The clash of two cultures which have started to meet at different points due to converging job opportunities is interesting to watch. All the more coz I am an Indian living in US. I have myself first hand tasted the difference and appreciate it at the same time. I have also worked in US MNC's in India and noe how important it is to know the culture and mannerisms of your counterparts/client. Well, coming back to the serial, there is a lot of deviation from the original movie..the movie showed the call center in India at some remote place with cows doing their rounds in offc. In all parity this hardly exist (or I am ignorant ?)..the offcs in India are well maintained and at par. The set shown outside the offc in serial is too tacky. What I think they are trying to show is the "Indian Bazaar" and wants to capture all its essence but it really doesn't transform onto the screen. There is only 3 episodes on air till now. But it has already glued me onto the screen.

Silence and Tears

In secret we met--

In silence I grieve,

That thy heart could forget,

Thy spirit deceive

If I should meet thee After long years,

How should I greet thee?--With silence and tears.

beautiful words...separation from loved ones is alwz painful..wish we can hold on to everyone whom we love and are important in our lives forever and closely..wish we can see all of their faces on every single morning and kiss them goodnight every single night..bt ways of life and mundane chores of it..takes away you from your loved ones in an alien land..and leaves behind the thought of clinging them forever atleast in thoughts!!!!

Future

"Many of us crucify ourselves between two thieves -regret for the past and fear of the future"

True, what is in the past, let it rest in the past and rather then fearing the future it should be approached with an excitement.

"You cannot change the Past, but you surely can, the Future, only if u Act in Present.."

William Blake

My mother bore me in the southern wild,
And I am black, but oh my soul is white!
White as an angel is the English child,
But I am black, as if bereaved of light.

These are the beautiful lines by William Blake.

Life is changing with each passing day;
Sometimes its light and at times its darkness;
So I live every moment with a ray;
coz I never noe if there wuld be any tomorrow..

IT- the Poem

It was an Illusion which I liked to Live;
It was an Impression which I mimed to give;

It was a desire which shaped the heart;
It was a fire which blazed the heart;

It was a hope which reached the eyes;
It was a rope which tied the realm;

It was a wait which reached the high;
It was a faith which transcend the Low;

It was a dream which glowed the soul;
It was a gleam which mowed the whole;

But ,When the illusion began to face the reality;
And the Impression to jade in totality;

When the desire began to bow
And the fire to slow;

When the hope began to shift
And the rope to rift;

When the wait began to blare
And the Faith to layer;

When the dream began to snare
And the gleam to rare;

A stranger Came to this fare
With magic in air;

He reaffirmed the belief of mine
There is a soul which traverse the time;

“IT” Would always find its way
And the Stranger would be your ray;

Slowly ,this “IT” begins to “shove”
And Now I call it my dear as “LOVE”;

The Pain never goes away!!!

When I started the Journey, there was a triumph in my eyes

The road ahead seemed full of promises and life;

I was walking along it, with dreams and hopes by my side

Never the thought of a hurdle did cross my mind;

I thought life was beautiful and gay

Why does ppl chide it all the way?

As all happiness comes to an end, mine also came with its own age

And finally the day arrived when everything went away in a haze;

I stand here still now, though the world and time moves

And this pain never goes away...

How could such beautiful moments lose their touch?

How could people once so close could be so rough?

The questions juggle through my mind

And it all d more puzzles my broken life…

I try to walk and take onto another journey

I try to resurrect and make up for the broken spirit

But, I stand here still, though the world and time moves

And this pain never goes away...

It seems the whole world has conspired to keep me at bay

And I have start doubting HIM also to be part of this play

I still try to fight coz I am just not a survivor, but a rebellion

But now all this seems a far fetched thought and a glitch;

So, I stand here still now, though the world and time moves And this pain never goes away even for a while...

Happy birthday!!!

Today is my birthday...!!! at times you do think why do u celebrate birthday..?? wen you have grown a year older n everyone wants to stay forever young..bt guess this wuld b a pessimistic thinking..d flip side is ur happy coz u had d fortune to live one more year..nd u celebrate the successful completion..between these thoughts wat make this day really sp fr me is, this is d only single day wen i connect to all d ppl (family, frns) who matter to me most in one single day..(barring few who take liberty of forgetting the birthday, whch is nwadys v uncommon thnks to facebook n orkut)..so i leave here wid d hope to celebrate many more birthdays (I truly want to live long :))...

Fear Factor

Fear Factor Season 3 has started in India.. Its now 7th episode in running. I love the theme of the show..conquer your fears by facing them..what better way to overcome them..? I don think there is one single person on this earth who can say he is "fearless"..Sometimes this fear is internal (like fear of losing) linked to emotional aspect while at others , external (like fear of heights: vertigo) linked to physical limitations..Having said that..I truly believe that there is no fear which cant be conquered ..all it needs is courage to face it in face.. Well this is my philosophical interpretation of dis show..but what really is annoying me while watching this show is its host- Priyanka Chopra..I am a fan of hers..she is articulate n I am yet to cme across one pic of hers which doesnt draw a "WOW" frm me..bt I am disappointed wid her in this show..she is suppose to be the mentor..bt she is more sacred and not at all motivating or pushing the contenstants to do bttr...the saving grace is interesting stunts and impressive line of contestants....

Well I have more reason to rejoice..my fav in America's Got talent : Michael Grhim has won d show..yipeeeee...i jus adore him..i also feel his eyes are moist n he alwz sings wid his soul..well deserved...!!!

A short love quote

I don't know what Love is;

Love is probably when you can look into some one's eyes,and you feel that those eyes are telling you a story,

A story you want to read from start to finish,

A story you want to live with

I still don't know what love is

Love is probably when you can look into some one's eyes, and you feel that those eyes are telling you a story.

House Parties

I have alwz preferred house parties over outdoor ones..they r more relaxing, comforting and has more of a friendly touch...until i gt married i use to jus "help" my mother in settin up d table, decorating d home n smething here n there..bt aftr marriage i have realized how much preparation to a stressful limit goes into it..deciding the menu, doing d groceries, keeping d hme in an impressive shape n finally cookin n cookin...why don jus go out together..order, chat n njoy?? bt i must say all d efforts which goes in pays off wen guests appreciate and enjoys d delicacies ...with each such party u do become a better cook..nd  I think cookin is one of the most attractive skill..in recent times there have been lot of variations and innovations that have cme to associate with House parties such as theme based parties, barbeque's, potluck...!!!! Each of them has it's own fun element.

But, These parties could be boring if you end up getting invited or you invite a bunch of people who can't talk about anything else except about their kids. Don't get be wrong, I love kids and absolutely adore them but I cannot listen to a non-stop 24/7 broadcast of  kid's daily activities. It exhaust me seriously and what's even more exhausting is when you have to not only partake but also contribute. To give an impression that you are interested fill in with "How cute", "How Lovely", "Awwwww", "All Kids are like that", "ohh so beautiful", "Very smart", "Child is genius", "I like that".

Well not sure if i would end up myself being such a parent :)

Miss Universe 2010

I saw d whole Miss Universe pageant 2010 live yesterday on nbc...it ws quite entertaining and good time pass for 2 hours. Though I predicted quite early tht miss Mexico wuld walk wid d crown (almighty me..??)..naaaah..coz of d past trend...frm last 2 years miss Venezuela was tkin d glory n this time also it was touted sme Latin American wuld only walk the fame..(though miss Ireland was a fav..nd couldn't agree more..she ws gorgeous..but seldom d most obvious wins it fr real)..as fr Miss India..when I saw her in d national costume round..I kind of knew she so deservedly wouldn't be in Top 15.. she wore a dress inspired by our national bird ..peacock..nd she looked like quite a birdie only..:)...india losing its hold on beauty pageants or the biggies of cosmetics have already made their inroads into the markets of india..nd our on their way to explore newer ventures??hmmm.....bt in mexico people are very passionate about beauty pageants and thought that d previous miss universe frm mexico(who won in 1991) had left some curse n do not wnt to lose her crown to someone else..must now be relived...:)..nd I thought only Indians are superstitious ...we have a competition here too..lol...

Fever Pitch

So weekend is arnd ...anywys it doesn't hold much significance to me given the fact that I am alwz at hme and each day is free day fr me (oooooooolalala..??)..except fr my husband is at hme..so i have a company...We decided to have sme quality time at hme itself..so ordered the pizza..(pizza's are alwz my weakness n stuffed crust pizzas are yummy and irrestitble..!!!!!!!!!!!)..nd decided to watch a movie and ofcourse drinks were there to add to the festivity...The movie we chose was Fever Pitch..for me the movie had two tracks: the obsession of the male lead with baseball game and his relationship with drew barrymore..(doesn't she look like preity zinta..???)..as fr d limited knowledge and limited interest in games all I can understand about the first track is Red Sox and Yankees..lol...And the second track was what I liked abt the movie..Two different people with different interest in life cme together and then start takin interst in each other's hobbies and pursue them together...its not important to be in a relationship where you are clone of each other..bt wats imp is you are willing to add dimensions to ur personality and holding hands can see in same direction...fr all those Game(whichever..!!!) obsessed guys I would quote the line in movie "Have the Game ever luvd you back?"....This doesn't mean nobody should be passionate about game..bt show d same kind of passion for pursuit of luv too and make her a part of that obsession rather then single her out for lack of knowledge....So I enjoyed the movie...and was off to sleep peacefully!!!!!

My Life at Wartime in Iraq

This is the last book I read; Its no bestseller but these days I am hooked on to autobiographical book..This book in particular is an account of a 20 year old Iraqi girl and how her life was affected by invasion of American and British troops. This is no literary masterpiece.. there are no ornamented words..no deeper meaning..its just an English translation of a girls diary originally written in Arabic..and this is the beauty of this book ..the pain, anguish, anxiety, helplessness of the war affected people do not get lost in the heavy words...With each page of the book, away from the nuances of politics of war, I was able to see how the lives of innocent people are shattered ..and the damage remains even when the war is done and dusted..It gives me all the more goosebumps ,that there can be a time when I may be blogging about the same accounts given the turmoil in south Asia..Only I wish I never fall in this line..amen!!!

Chicago Shedd Aquarium

Not everything comes with a Price tag!!!

Yes...thats true not everythin comes with a Price tag...like? look fr below..

New Entries in my Life..

There are number of things I have started doing lately..well new things..so here's the list:

a) Well i use to watch movies once in a while..(i thought thy r waste of time)..nw i watch at least 3 movies a week...well that's too much fr me..even of the kind of -Inception..agree sme ppl r mad bout such movies..bt i was an exception..i sleep thru such movies which requires/demands ur brains to b carried along to theatre..aren't movies meant fr entertainment? You watch these movies n then google the storyline for understandin..wats d point n where's the fun..? Well my perception..

b) Lookin fr a job anywhere and everywhere.. I nvr took my job seriously..literally..that explains 4 job shifts in 5 years..and i alwz had lot of job offers ..bt tht was d story of yore back in homeland-India..here in US, wid the economic recession arnd..there is nobody willin to file an h1 ..so me gettin a job smewhere soon seems to b a bleak hope..bt I m thriving on "tryin nvr hurts"..nd now a "NO" doesnt hurt too..probably smetime a "YES" would..in a positive way.:)

c) Cooking..This what I am doing lately more then often..well this is wat ur expected to do aftr marriage..bt things have changed back home..nobody expects a workin woman to cme n cook n wid dual income thy cn v well afford a cook..so she is saved frm d horror ..bt fr a "Homemaker"..its almost close to a sin if she stays bck hme n doesnt cook..wat d heck u do all day..nobody seems to care about d fact that sensibilities do not change overnight..jus coz ur out of work doesnt mean u have stopped reading,travelling n pursuing ur hobbies..thankfully in my case i luv cookin..i see it as a way to b creative..bt occasional cookin..and obligatory cookin are diff.bt i m still happy here..

d) Cleaning..I was nvr a cleaniness Freak..that doesnt mean I like dirt bt I am of the opinion ..u should have all the right to make ur home a mess anytime (well except wen smeone is vistin..:))..nd a duty to once in a while standup n clean..bt nw there is no mum/maid to clean or give lectures on importance of cleanliness..nd noone else to tke accountability too..so i have to clean n clean..nd this process seems one never endin..well good fr me..a tp..

e)Blogging..this is also my newly acquired muse..well i do had a flair fr writin bt in my personal diary..once in a while..bt since nw most of my time is spent on my laptop n i don want to disturb d harmonious way in which my diary n pen r kept , I took to Blogging..

f) Phone- I share a love/hate rlship with vonage guys..i luv them fr cmin up wid such amazin plans which r so economical wherin u can call ur luvd ones anytime..without being hysterical about soaring bill..its a real bless..bt I do hate them fr same reason coz then everyone excepts u to give them a call..well daily..u kiddin..?? who wnts to waste so much time on phne discussin wid ur aunts/uncles and who noe whom..about wat u ate in dinner last nite..I agree I am out of wrk..bt mind is still in d sane place.(Hopefully :D..)..

Well as of nw d list cmes to a closure..will add a sequel if i tke up smethin intersting..

Addition to Home-Nissan Max...:)

I wanna go Home...

Today I heard this Micheal Bubble's famous song...I wanna go home..it stuck d cords wid me instantly..coz there is a lot of identification wid d song..well partially!!!!..I hve no beloved waitin fr me in India..he is rite here ..:)...bt d feelin n want to go home is in me...There r lots of r/ships u leave behind home and there r lots of occasions u miss bein away frm home..I smetimes wonder how the life wuld hve been if i was in the same coordinates as before..wish for an invention where u cn try options n then choose..its nt easy to create a home far frm home..u hve to create everythin new..nd u hve to revamp urself too..by nature human being is resistant to change thou they adapt gradually..hope d same happens to me too!!!

Travelling..

I like travellin nd past few months have given me ample oppurtunites fr d same. From Mumbai > Gurgaon >Roorkee > Denver > Atlanta > Chicago and now charlotte...phew!!!!!!! Across the world in sme three months...i m travellin n travellin..bt I m complainin...? No...i do believe in good ol adage "A person shld b well read and well travelled" Reading I have been doin all my life (that include all sorts of readin includin course books :))...nd onto completion of second half..Travel part..I would write about my experiences of travel..smetime latr..I m still in d process of structurin my blog..bt at times you want to write on Impulse n this is one such moment fr me...:)

Pics

I am very fond of taking pictures..the reason ...these pics become memories of moments...moments which r close to hearts n you want to remm them always...an old album brings with itself ..nostalgia, smiles, joy n u again relive those moments ...true now old album has evolved into various other forms on internet n phone..bt d meanin has still reamin d same..with the invent of digital cameras n most importantly cameras on mobile phone..this skill has become omnipresent. Anybody and everybody can take pictures, anywhere and anytime...Gone are the days when effort n time was needed to preserve the albums..One more thing which has become prevalent with the pictures is uploading the same on every social networking site like orkut, facebook, twitter,myspace..so sharing is easy too...nd then yes you wait too fr d people to comment n ur frns at their sweetest best do say only gud things.."gr8 pic", "nice pic", "looking gud" ,"superb" and obviously subtly expects you to also return d favor at the right time..:)

But one fact which is true, is the passion fr photos is addictive....n I m a product addict :)

New Beginning

This was pendin fr long..to start my own blog..bt due to lack of time i was deferring it fr long..bt now there is no dearth of time..in fact i hve ample of it..to an irritating limit..so here I am..not sure if i would be able to religiously pursue it..but this sure is a beginning..Cheers!!!!