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Beautiful quotes...

2011-11-29T18:32:00.001-05:00

One of my favourite quotes....

Photo courtesy : Getty images

To Laugh often & much
To win the respect of intelligent people & affection of children
To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others
To leave the world a bit better - whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition
To know that even one life has breathed easier because you have lived
This is to have Succeeded ....
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Have a blessed week ahead.

The Belief ...

2011-11-21T16:50:00.001-05:00

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I may beflawed, with many a dent.

I may notbe just the fair one.

Nor am ithe lovely dame, you may have ,

read inthat fairy tale!

Oh! I am surely notthe smarter kind,

Not inmath or science.

Isometimes make grave mistakes,

But, neverrepeat them all over again!

I am justthe usual plain Jane,

Who iswaiting to fly-

Just myway.

I willcolor my own lovely day.

In red,green and yellow hues.

I know, Ilook at everything,

bit different than your way.

I do wantto,

Silencethe mocks and the laughs.

I hope totread my own path.

I hope tobreak my own silence.

I realize,I do have the strength, that,

I knownot.

And, Ihave the vision

To notget lost.

You canthink of me as one in the crowd,

But, soonyou will see me standing out.

Oh,please go ahead!

Try tobreak, laugh, and mock at me!

But, justdo remember,

You cannever break my belief apart.

Agonies of a broken heart...

2011-11-16T15:06:00.001-05:00

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When you lie,

I hate myself.

When you break my trust,

I hate myself.

When you talk behind my back,

I hate myself.

When you throw your tantrums,

I hate myself.

My heart yearns in your thoughts

For, I can feel the seething pain.

There is fear within,

Haunting nightmares,

Sleepless nights,

I feel lost and all alone!

Do you now realize

how much i love you

to not hate you?

The hatred for self-

Breaks my soul,

Much worse than the hurricanes

That shatters homes!

Do you now realize

how much you mean to me

for, i can just not hate you?

Neither can I sketch the pangs of my little heart,

nor paint the emotions of that dreaded past.

Those unceasing tears burn my eyes,

and the throbbing pain irks my forehead

yet, all i can think is just you, my love.

Do you now realize

how much i love you

to not hate you ?

I am still waiting for you to know my beat...

For you to read my thoughts,

For you to see my crying heart,

Veiled behind my dimpled smile!

I hope at least now you envisage,

the agony of my broken heart.
It still beats your name,
Loves your thoughts.....

Am longing for you
to realize how much i love
to never hate you...

There is a crack in everything .... thats how light gets in!

2011-11-16T10:40:00.014-05:00

Its been very long since i posted some scribble, prattle or may be my thoughts on this page... I guess the last post was done about 470 days ago! :D Hmm now its too long to not bother about this page.

What happened to me and why was i out of action for over a year and a half- you may wonder! I must tell you , i have changed a lot! From a single and sweet thing( most would prefer me being called a sweet devil !) , now i am a married - confused (and yet again, those who know me recently would say i am always one )soul ! I am yet to comment if thats a change for the good or the bad! These changes anyways have taught me lot. I now can see the light that shines in me - through the very imperfect cracks i have ! Let me first update you with what i was up to around the same time last year!

My work was really really tight the same time last year , so somehow i didn't update the blog. I had my very first international trip - a trip to Italy! Met a few wonderful people and they are still in touch! Post that i guess the next trip was my new journey as a 'committed' soul.... Yeah, you are right, i got engaged around this time last year with a very handsome, highly intelligent and artistic person . Muahhaahah (Evil laugh:D) Didn't you know the 'opposites attract'! Whatever!

Of course, just because of the attraction, i wouldn't say that the journey between engagement and marriage was really colorful. It was just like any other period. I had my small share of fun (over phone and mails) and also my share of 'big deal' kind of days..

During those periods, i so wanted to pen and prattle my thoughts on this very wall. But somehow even a wink of sleep was tough with work and marriage preps. Then it happened all of a sudden.. I quit my job, sat at home for 2 months ( i wish i could have done that a little earlier probably!) and then was back to yet another adventure, of course, with a different tag- Mrs.....!!!

Now, five months in to the so-called 'blissful' married life, I, Mrs. Meenu Arvind is now in the land of opportunities ( or so was it called) - USA. A lovely place just the way you dreamed of-in between the mountains , with trees all around, row houses that give you a resort kind of feel and yeah, a dream partner who can sing, dance, cook, think and what not!

I sometimes feel i am very lucky to have got a husband who knows or can manage everything under sun! Well, i also get the point there which means, he is unlucky to have me !!! Lolz.. you can't have fair things on all sides. One side suffers so the other rejoices.. the very truth of life..

Now you may wonder, if i am just at home in the US, why the hell didn't i update my blog! Yeah, yeah... i know..i guess you will recall i said i am a 'married yet confused' soul! So how do you expect a confused soul to pen .. Over the past few months, i have tried to realize and learn more about myself than any one or anything else. Lots of times i have lost confidence in myself, felt being left alone.. In fact even worse, the feeling i get is being left all alone in the jungle with just hyenas around! Why hyenas ? Cant it be tigers or lions ?? Well, they do give you much more easier and appealing feel.. hyenas really make you go 'yuck' and at the same time - scary! Well, well.. thats what i was in - that state of mind.

The very charm of marriage, being with your companion or the so-called Mr.Right was there but at the same time there was (may be, still is) this 'identity crisis'! Who am i ??? Huh! Even the saints have not been able to answer that so easily. I know its a very tough task ahead. It may not be that easy to understand( even for me:D). Yeah, i am so lost in thoughts ( just like a saint, you know ;) ) that even what i talk to my parents or in-laws is more carefully worded, which is so so unlike me! I am more cautious about what i say, what i share even tell what i eat! Of course, i don't lie about all these, i just don't touch topics and don't talk much.. Again, having said that i need to tell you about my International Dialing Saga! Having loads of friends around and a compulsive itch to tell them a hi, made me call a lot of friends at a very short span and for longer hours.. you know the case of not having spoken for months ! That backfired -ONLY FOR ME! All my friends who use the system here in the US, enjoy the privilege of calling friends and home for hours together and i have been one of their friends in India a few months ago ! Now when i did the same ( only difference i did it so PDQ- Pretty damn quick) that backfired! Oh yeah, i need to explain what is the backfire- a warning(a stinker, in terms of my husband) from the telephone services asking for a fine if i were to continue my saga the same way.

The identity crisis hasn't been only for me.. even my cooking. I guess being a great cook my husband was trying to just eat the 'crap' i make and just keep quiet.. Thats why at times he so romantically cooks for me :D May be at least then he gets to eat his scrumptious, delicious .. please add all the adjectives for an awesome food :D with so much joy and happiness.

Identity crisis doesn't end there. I am still trying to understand everything around me and within me! I must appreciate the psychologists who try to unravel the human mind. it is so damn interesting, yet crazy and makes you one too(can't you make out how crazy i am at least with this blog?!?!:D).

Missing home and India is a small thing, i sometimes don't really care where i am as long as i can talk to them and be in touch at least via mail.. but the fact that i miss myself is so sickening. I have tried long to again sit and write something and this has taken me this long to even to pen the most simplest stuff- what i have in mind..Yeah, its true that i am having an identity crisis but i can see some light and hence thought its better late than never to get back to my scribbles on this page. I am sure you will pardon the silly scribbles.. more to come :)

I really hope to keep updating you as always.

Btw, i hope you guys are doing good.. :)

Till then cya

2010-07-23T14:11:00.003-04:00

TRUST

Yay! Long time again. i guess it has become my habit these days to visit my blog too late and then apologise, promise and yes ofcourse forget !

But this time i hope it is different. I am back to stay.

Blogging is what i loved and still infact but maintaining this has been lil tedious for me at least , which i think is unpardonable :)

So what do i prattle, paint or preach today ? well here i am with it ...

Trust

What do you want to know ?

Is it the ‘whys’ for my ‘no’s’;

All I can do for now is-

To walk the broken path.

In you I trust , with you I walk,

Please don’t break my heart and-

Just walk apart.

Well its not a good one really havent edited nor checked just have poured out all my thoughts ...:)

anyways catch ya guys later...

Happy Night!

2010-05-06T13:12:00.004-04:00

TIME TIME AND TIME !!!

Been long since i did pen something . so my thoughts went on to what should i ?

Lots can be discussed, lots can be shared but then my thoughts dont let any words flow out. But finally after a long wracking of my brains i decided to write about ' being on time at work'.

Well .. to start with i dont agree with this point . I agree when 'Being on time for appointments'. Else a daily trot to office should be flexi timing . All what should be expected should be getting the job completed before time/ on time. As long as one is able to do that then i dont see any reason why one should be questioned about being on time for Work!!!

IT companies have that flexibilty. but most other companies dont . Yes , i do go to office on time and most often i dont ;') i get to finish my work before the deadline (of course with all circumstances within my control) . Luckily for me i have a great boss(es) who dont question me when i am late. i get to office in my usual time :D

There s a colleague of mine who is also always on time for work - well 'time - his time';). he did have problems with his boss , but yes he could be or can be questioned when he didnt meet his time for appointments like say , meetings, events etc. else he had every right to be at office at the earliest (;)) and then carry on with his work, which he surely did.

Well ya when i go for a meeting (prior appointed) , an examination or a class ... well there one needs to be on time...

I dont know how many would agree with me .. but jst penned are my thoughts ! forgive me for any typos or gramos :D ... sleepy !

Take care

Happy Night !

2010-04-25T12:52:00.002-04:00

Hi !

Back to blogging .. well nothing much to pen though mind is all jam packed :D may be thats why the ink isnt flowing as i wish ....

Share what would u wanna me pen here .. ll do !:)

tada

Bye !

2010-03-17T15:49:00.003-04:00

I sat wondering at my own thoughts .. well i was down again .. battery low !!! yes my mental battery had again gone down with too much of thoughts meandering my mind restlessly.

Well i was stressed with continuous work and no break types.... i wanted to spend time to work on my quizzing , start my violin again and yes reading ... but all these was in pending , or was just on a switch mode - on /off.

So many instances just had gushed in my mind again when i was stressed out. And they turned bad as i was already drained and this totally sucked out my enthusiasm ...

Old memories .. wouldn't be happy to use the term ' memories' as they really are not good to be held but i still wouldn't want it to be deleted from my brain. i would surely love the 'pensive' which Dumbledore used but not throw them away as i think past can be hidden back but surely shouldn't be dumped as it is a boost in most situations to do better....

While i sat thinking about how i can lead my life the way i want , i realized that there is nothing that can stop one from reaching one's dream.. may be not all of us will become successful immediately or easily but for sure one will live one's dream if we passionately follow it- no chase it and yes believe we can reach it .

I happened to read about a chap who has no arms nor legs at all. Seeing him i realize we have so much to reach and just if we think we lack this and that we will never make it , if we don't and we just work towards our goals - what ever be it , we will be the top of the heap!

Looks don't matter really , it is only the way one carries oneself . had it been only looks then i am sure i would have never made it to marketing !!!

I know i should be able to reach my dreams only one thing i need to do is make my mind believe in me .

i am sure the same works for others too ..

wishing you a great and happy Ugadhi/ Gudi Padwa .. and what not :) simple terms Happy new year * ( Regional one yaar)

I am signing off yet again but this time i am charged even if you are or not after reading this prattle....

take care

good night

2010-02-21T14:00:00.006-05:00

Are you a foodie ?

Food ... integral part of any life. Be it animals or human any form of life need food to continue living, working and doing something useful.There are many reasons why i want to write this , one because i love food .. well even though i am not really someone who is specific about what i need to have everyday , as long as i eat something Veggie to suffice my hunger and do my work i am ok. But sure if there is something special i am game! I love trying new hotels , new cuisines with only condition being what i have must not have any dead animal!! :D

Been for a colleagues marriage and being a mallu the food served during her wedding reception was very much similar to what we usually have at home , though frankly they had missed most important dishes in the menu.

It was a simple dinner having 'Rice', 'sambar', 'rasam' and 'sambharam'. Well side dish included 'puliinji', 'avial', 'pappadam', 'upperi' etc Then 'Paruppu payasam'. 'Olan' 'kalan' etc were missing though.

While having the food i realized the feast is something that is indispensable in any social gathering. The crowd i saw at the dinner hall seemed lot more than i had seen at the main hall.

Food has a very important status in any culture. Though i eat less i love to try and taste new stuff. Every state , community, country has its own traditional cuisine and India being a nation that united amidst its diversity the food available in India surely is a variety.

I guess it is the only place in the world we have all kinds of food - be it raw, cooked, fried, baked, steam cooked , grilled etc.

Be it any festival we have special dishes across India in different tastes and names which is to be a 'must' present for the festivity. And none of the food could go without the Indian herbs and spices. Eating food in a banana leaf with the assortment of mouthwatering tasty , tangy and spicy dishes is a must in every south Indian home - especially Kerala and Tamil Nadu(at least during marriages and festivities).

The milk based sweet dishes and fish varieties are a treat in the east where as the thalis- veg and non -veg from the west and north is a divine 'amrut' one must try at least once.

There are other dishes which i guess any foodie must try out - other foreign country specialities. Except for Chinese and a bit of Continental i havent had a chance to try the same.

So enjoy your food and yes please dont waste. Even when you go to a restaurant and find that you have got much more than what you can eat please ask them to neatly wrap it and you can hand over to some one poor for whom it could suffice for that night. So better dont use the same hand/spoon that you eat with to serve the same on to your plates so that it doesnt look like giving away used food.....

Also wanted to share a few interesting facts on food

I guess most of us love honey (i do !!:)) Did you know that when honey is swallowed, it enters the blood stream within a period of 20 minutes.

In the United States, a pound of potato chips costs two hundred times more than a pound of potatoes- Well i am not sure of this .. Pri please confirm :) is this true ?

Bananas are the world's most popular fruit after tomatoes. In western countries, they could account for 3% of a grocer's total sales- Yuppie .. i love bananas!:)

Researchers in Australia said if you want to persuade anyone to agree with your line of thinking, serving coffee to that person may help. “Caffeine increases persuasion through instigating systematic processing of the message.” Furthermore, caffeine can help to put a person in a good mood.- So take your business partner to a coffee house and may be you get the deal done your way !:)

Tada ...

Take care ... Good night

2010-02-17T12:54:00.003-05:00

THE UNFAIR LIFE.

Oh my dear why were you so unfair?

Why implode my dreams?

Why take me the way I most feared?

Why convince me to go against my heart?

I am now shattered,

Lost and Forlorn.

None realised that there is pain within,

even if i did carry that dazed smile.

Throbbing memories haunt the nights,

I stay awake like an insomniac.

Crying does not help nor does advice,

Arguments and explosions happen within.

Eventually I realize , I still live and I can ,

i start a fresh new life.

I have chosen a new path

but with a difference.

I tread along with Hope as my lamp,

And experience to anoint when in need.

Just another stupid poem of moi....

Take care & Good night!

2010-02-11T12:57:00.004-05:00

Is it tough to be responsible ?

I wonder how some people always get away with all the horrible stuff they do ? Well fate or luck or whatever you name it , 'that' certainly plays a great role in making them win /shine no matter how much ever they stink !

When does man become responsible? Is this quality applicable only for things that are 'mine'.

The moment we are in the world , we are responsible to the world , the nature, the species around and yes society. The organisation you work for is also something you need to act responsibly . It never may be your organisation but once you get to some power be it an executive or a CEO you become responsible.

The way you carry the brand or the organization does add or negate the level of respect and name the brand or corporate conveys to the world.

The work i do , the money i spend ( as a marketer) i have to be concerned and most important responsible. I cannot flaunt and behave the way i am or think just because i happen to be the CEO.

Even our own life cannot be taken ( suicide) as i dont own my life. it is with some purpose God has send me down on earth. I am responsible if i dont find and complete the purpose for what i am here for ....

Well this post is because i had experienced that not all corporates are gifted with great leaders.

Every leader is responsible for the way the organisation functions. It is only up to the individual to make or break a rich and developing organisation.

As a young pony in this stable , i still have a long way to go before i make a mark for myself in this big mad world but thanks that destiny has provided me with some mentors guide me and now 'being responsible' is just as easy as ' i live'.....

I just hope even the ones who are not so , teach me only 'HOW NOT TO LIVE' !!!

OMG.... i am mad ... ie y so much prattling pls excuse ..

anyways take care good nite and happy dreams !

yours truly ...

Meenu

2010-01-17T12:02:00.005-05:00

Just waiting for some miracle to happen ..

Not a good feeling ......

Too much is happening ..... and yet nothing at all !

I do not know for sure what is bothering me all i know is it is ! I also believe in prayers. Hopping the prayers work and the miracle happens..

i really wish it does !

Anyways God bless ! and guess you guys had a great weekend !!!

2010-01-15T09:42:00.003-05:00

CELESTIAL TREAT ...

Annular Solar eclipse ....

Wow a celestial treat that was there for the longest period ... and will happen only in the year 3043!!!

I dont know how many of you got a chance to watch this treat ! i did not :( i only followed it on television.

My brother who had to go out for work got a chance to watch this till 3 !! Their office provided them eclipse filter glass ...

The ring of fire ! wow just a wonderful phenomenon.

and it is interesting to note that there are many science lovers (Physics to be precise) in the country who have travelled from north only to watch this wonder.

Well for all eclipse chasers they can never witness anything this long for another 1000 years !!

So bye for now ..

Good night !

2010-01-14T15:00:00.000-05:00

Busy-bee .. life !!:)

Aloha!

Well i am welcoming myself back to the blogging world . How did i lose track of writing on this beautiful wall to work pressure and other jobs ??

I repent and what have i decided ..I am gonna blog every alternate day at least .. at least one liners !!!So i hope everything has been fine with all you friends..

Yes , yes .. here is wishing you a wonderful, happy -happy new year 2010 (belated) and yes happy makar sankrathi /pongal/baisaki..

Lots have been happening . I will just pen down in order of my thoughts .

Music - Yes 'Marghazi season just got over and we had great 'kutcheris' have been happening around . Film music - the latest or the very recent flower to bloom is my favourite(infact world's fav) music composer's release.Yeah and you guessed it right , A.R.Rahman's new release 'Vinnai thandi varuvaya'!!! This was released just a couple of days ago and it is just so full of life and soul as usual. Yes as every other Rahman song this grows everytime you listen . Jai Ho! Rahman .. Love you sir .. btw he just celebrated his birthday ( Jan 6th ) .

Movies - Lots of new movies released be it English , Tamil, Malayalam or Hindi. and one of the most talked about and awaited movie is Aamir's - 3 idiots ! 'Allz well' with the movie, even if Chetan bhagat had made some noise this movie just rocks ... It IS A MUST WATCH!!

Aamir , Maddy or Sharman everyone has given their best and most important beautifully shot .

Vidhu Vinod chopra is right- the movie though has taken the plot of Chetan's best seller -Five point someone it surely is not a movie made from the novel. It just has a few similarities that is all. Love you Aamir for giving us great movies like this.. it is worth the money one spends.

Books - Oh yes best friends in a man's life! Read many and the new release (a couple of months ago) 'Two states - story of my marriage' by Chetan bhagat is surely a good one especially for those who were not able to come out of the shock after reading '3 mistakes of my life'!!he he ..

Btw Chennai 33rd book fair was good ...

Work - Professionally it has been quiet a busy period and would remain so. Lots brewing and the market has now revived a bit ..

So with all these happenings life has been greatly busy and occupied that blogging took a back seat .. anyways as promised i will try to add on something once in 2 -3 days...

Do take care

tada ..

love n shabba khayar

2009-08-17T13:23:00.006-04:00

My name is Khan ! So ??? .......

Yet another day . Rain Gods somehow showered some 'joy' for Chennai waasi's ! But lot happening throughout . Loads to pen , loads to prattle.

The first thing that was in my mind was the SRK effect . I guess Mr. Karan Johar must be happy since his new movie in making ... 'My name is Khan' is getting a great momentum even before things are on ...

Well the fact that Mr. SRK is popular and great both in desi ground and also in the international arena is 100% true and acceptable . But what makes one think that being SRK makes it easy for you to walk off without any formalities of checking ?

Dr. APJ Kalam was frisked and the media made such a hue and cry but luckily Dr. APJ is a sensible and true citizen did not respond to all this . But now i see SRK saying he is ashamed to step in to the soil of America because he was frisked is sheer rubbish .

Well yes if i stand in SRK's position and think , there is a flip side to this . It is the fact that America sometimes behaves in a mad fashion.

They could be stupid (as they mostly are!!) about the fact that not all names sounding khan or khan is dangerous.

Yes it could be true that every person who is named ' Abbas , Khan , ahmed or whatever , a name that is from the Quran and seems Asian sure is a matter of extra concern for the Americans and most other nations where there had been terrorist attacks.

Well its wrong . Why wrong ? Because being a khan or a salim does not make one a probable terrorist . Now being a robert or a krishan doesnt stop you from not being a terrrorist .

Every person who walks in to a place of great security must be frisked and double checked whoever be it . Be it an Asian , American or European .

What guarantee can one give that an insider does not help in the country's bomb attacks ?

So every individual needs to be checked carefully by the authorities be it a king or a common man / woman.

All this hungama and hulchul by media over SRK's frisk is utter nonsense and more importance needs to be given for such issues of concern .

What faith can we have on our politicians ? And on what ground should they be left free just because they are VIP's ! It is only a bad sign for the Indian government and people if this kind of treatment - biased is imparted and also expected elsewhere .

We need to step up our base and be cautious as moments as these when we take such silly issues to the centre there could be some great signals transmitted to the evil forces in society .

Anyways tata .. good night and have a great day !

2009-08-16T14:34:00.004-04:00

Are we Duty or Right Conscious? - Independence !!!

Yesterday ... oops actually day before yesterday as the time is now 12!! was the D day for every true Indian. Well wishing each one a Happy Independence day . For quiz freaks , especially Chennaiaites it is a day for fun and more gyaan . Yes the Landmark quiz - regional and the grand finale . For all quiz details please check this link for the questions of prelims Rohit's quiz blog ! .

So what do i write ... hmm rather scribble on this occassion ? After a thought i asked my friend and the topic suggested was write about India being 'Right conscious' than 'Duty conscious' .

It has been solid 62 years since Independence and morever we are one of the oldest and greatest civilized nations of the world. No wonder the Britishers decided to exploit us , use our weakness . To come out of their clutches it took us many a long struggling years and our great freedom fighters made it happen so that we , the next gen live happy and peaceful .

With all positive talents and potential with us we still have a long way to go and be. The optimistic side in me says , India will be the superpower very soon . But then there is one part in me that immediately looks at the state we are in today .

Even when we are the only secular nation , we are still having to witness horrid moments like the Bombay, Coimbatore and Godhras and what not ? why? Just because there is a war in the name of caste and creed. Why ? Because the political parties and the politicians who run them have created these social barriers and always look at widening this gap between castes and religion so that it works in their favour. It was shameful when i heard that America( after all !!!) had listed us along with Afghanistan and other nations who are not Secular and intolerant to other religion!!It is just rubbish and all these evils in the society has made them think so !!!

There is still lot of women in the rural India who have been subject to early marriage (child marriage) and not allowed their right to education.

Children are still used for labour , many being deprived of education. Corruption tops the chart and every single person somehow is a part of this system.

Why ?

Because we are NOT DUTY CONSCIOUS . Well by 'WE' i do not want to hurt any one but the larger section of this society barring a few are a part of this jung (also junk) ! !!!

When there is a small change in the way some system works there is an uproar and people fight for the RIGHT. but when it comes to an individual commitment to the society , a sense of civic responsibilty most of them are mum.

It is THE DUTY of every Indian citizen to keep the roads clean . Will you litter when you are in a place like Singapore ?

It is THE DUTY of every Indian to be responsible socially in whatever manner possible. It could be giving an aid to a person from low financial/educational background , teaching the underprivileged , following the rules in traffic, not smoking in public areas, planting saplings, avoiding plastic as much as possible and if forced to use not to discard the same at any place, using less power at one's capacity , being strong in one's integrity , donating old books to the children , not encouraging bribery!

Well these are the small things that can change when done by every individual of this country.

Being a right conscious person is good but it makes more sense to be responsible for one's society and play one's role perfectly .

Hope this new year ( Independence) help us free from Corruption, from Poverty and illetracy and most important if these fall in place it is easier to fight the giant called ' Terrorism' .

Hoping for a brighter future , wishing every Indian a Happy and prosperous Independence day !!

God bless, Good night !

2009-08-07T14:07:00.012-04:00

Shooting stars and spirited souls.

Many a time we get to meet people younger , older or sometimes of similar age group. Strangers whom you just happen to hear about , whom you happen to meet for a few moments and so on . But even when you get to meet people always and very often not all will make a lasting impression in one's mind .

I believe and accept Einstein's theory... Every particle is a bundle of energy . So are each one of us . We have energy , we are energy . When someone's energy either syncs in with that of ours or probably is more stronger than that of ours then we tend to notice and admire that person or probably become friends or very good companions.

That is why we remember a few special people even when we have not had interaction with them because their good deeds travel past and we tend to remember them for their work , their style , words or whatever.

Similarly off late i have been interacting and meeting a few special people , many people younger by a few years or may be of the same age or older by a few years , but yes we all belong to the same gen.. Gen Y !!!

This blog post is dedicated to those few people who have been achieving , achieved and will achieve a lot and loaded with talent that it just makes me feel like " what i am doing and complaining about lack of time to even maintain my blog or pursue my passion ...

But lo ! here i met and am meeting lot of guys who are not just doing what they want but they do lot more .... !! Their energy just bowls me out !!

To start with i want to share about a boy , young kid from Chennai .

Name : Shakthivel . Pursuing : Final year BCA . College - oops i forgot !

Well what is special about him . He handles events . Well so what is big about that ? He is proprietor of a company 'Agenda Manpower Services' in short " AMPS"!!! . I happened to meet this spirited boy for one activity. very quick at learning and handles events with ease . I was happy and also surprised to see him handing over bills in 'his' company letter heads !! Looks like he is a business magnet in making !!! :) All the best boy .. God bless you.

Well his busy schedule kept him away from my events and to over come that he send two of his friends. I was frankly skeptical because he send these boys only on the day of the event and i was not sure if they could handle it or not !

But finally there came two boys. Good not much to do in the 1st event so i was not sure if they could make great promoters . anyways i told them to be at my office for another big event ! Though it was not a bigg thing , it still was a first time BTL activity for our product Lavazza Club. There came a 'big' gang of boys . Smart , Quick and vibrant . All Engineering guys both final and prefinal year boys from a college in Chennai .

After introducing myself and explaining about the product during a chat one of them extended their card to me ! Visiting card man !It was neat simple card . Their company is called Hybridz !Lo ! i was so so surprised for there i was holding and handing over cards that carry my company logo though in literal terms that is not 'my' company and these young boys give me a card that carries their company logo , brand and most important their passion .

Their passion to achieve , to do and dare something good . Studies and college goes hand in hand . I am sure from my interaction though they would need to bunk classes for these activities they still must be the 'above average' in terms of 'marks in report' but surely extremely talented and intelligent naturally !

The team Hybridz is a joint effort of Pankaj , Hardik ,Shakthi(another shakthi) , Sarvanan(DJ Sarvi and yes Bullet Sarvan* :D) and Vikram. - I named him bullet because of his unusual belt clip of a a gun/revolver and bullet design . Unusual because he wears it to his college !:)

The panch pandavas of Hybridz are really spirited , youthful , smart and innovative and from what i have seen socially responsible. These boys are all talented not just in handling events and organizing things but in lot more . Pankaj is the president of Rotract club of his college and is great designer . Self taught designer he works for his college brochures and other collaterals necessary for communication . He is teacher's pet in college and most important guess he is a pinnacle of patience and goodness :) cool bro .. u seem to have great records. Shakthi and Hardik all the final year boys handle the Rotract club of the college and work for 'Shiksha' a cause to collect and create a library useful for the corporation children. This is a project started for a cause by Rotract and books can be given away to these boys so that it reaches out to the lesser equipped people of our society. Hardy is more of a PR side / arm of Hybridz and sure his 'million dollar smile' pulls lot many to his side. Shakthi the MD , is simple and softspoken yet with all the 'tags' of a college boy . Focused and determined are the two words that fit these boys right . Vikram and Sarvi are the juniors but no less talented . They also contribute their equal share in terms of work and ideas. Vikram is a topper and a business minded boy who helps his family business along with his own other activities in hand. Sarvi is a manpower resource for Hybridz and is a great DJ !:) guess this team just rocks . They have loads of plans in their minds and i really wish God bless them with all what they want.

Keep rocking boys . God bless you .

Then here comes yet another person whom i have wanted to write about for long . He is one whom i have met just once in a common biz quiz competition . He won the quiz with such amazing ease and i felt yes here is someone to watch out . Then we met online in the social media networking sites and only interaction remains mails and blogs and yes quiz groups. He is active in the quizzing fraternity and i am sure every one must have heard his name . He is Rohit Nair. Based in Bangalore , he is just a sure shot person to look out for in future he will make a mark for himself and may be who knows the whole world may talk about him. More common traits other than interest in quizzing ( though i am just an amateur quizzer ) is that he and i share the same DOB and yes come from the God's own place!.

He has also one more feather to his cap other than the 'n' number of cups and laurels he must have earned from quizzing , he recently won the Career launcher Tycoon 2009 award (1st Runner up) !!

You must check out his blog if you are an avid quizzer /quiz craze - http://quizzing.in/.

Rohit , bro you rock and keep rocking ....

God bless !

Yet another quizzer ....Manas Nayak . The owner and brainchild behind the one and only quiz blog that rewards its quizzers please check out this link if you have not heard about this - March ahead http://www.marchahead.co.in/m/ .

A person who is passionate about Quizzing and i am sure perfect person who could guide people through their path for he loves teaching and training . He has had experience with IMS and i am sure he must have trained many a young team. A very artistic yet modest person i have come across. ( i do not have his pic so i have not uploaded the same)

Well now you may wonder oh all boys(my another bro sri is also one such person whom i look forward writing about!)! nope there are a few girls who would be up on this - my best friends Gren , Dhanu , Dav and Arasi ... wait so will i :) soon....

hope the days that are to bloom spread the fragrance of peace and love and let every joy find its way to the sweet good people i have spoken about and many more in this world .

Please note that it is not that the above mentioned people are the only ones who have achieved and will achieve in future . There are many and many a number of people in this world who are really talented and born to achieve and lead in their own way . I have penned here only a few people whom i know a bit personally and on professional front too. God bless you all ..

Take care !

Happy night and weekend !

2009-07-08T14:38:00.013-04:00

Back but Forlorn!

I am back. I know i have been going off and on and for a looooooooong period was in hibernation!

Well hope i am back for good.

Things have been pretty much hectic and yes interesting.

Life sometimes teaches us lessons the hard way. I have also learnt it the same way. Hard from within or outside doesn't matter. All what matters is whether i got it right! Yes indeed i have.

Many a time i have sat down rewinding my memories and looking at my past and learning all what i did and what I had experienced. It has been a journey quiet, interesting, tiring, cruel, boring, happy, sweet, irritating and yet lovely life!

If I start writing down my thoughts would really be a great tide today and hence I stop right here. .... Looking for reasons ... looking for my smile , sometimes i dig deep down my thoughts and feel the pain. A pain which i detest yet love for it just reminds me of those days and moments of reality . Prayers help ... so that is the way .. writing works .. so here i am !:)

My thoughts and vibes will move with time but can never leave my heart and would remain within only to pop with time .. well how else will I then find time to pen ?

Hmm so sorry for my prattles …. It just goes on … will catch ya soon

Hope all are doing fine at ur end ..

Take care!

2009-04-17T13:15:00.003-04:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY - 3 YEARS ....

Wishing my blog a happy birthday !!
A lovely dovely 3rd birthday today .....
Work and work keeping me away ,
even with many thoughts in my domain
i wish my blog a healthy 3rd birth day
cos this year did seem not that great
not many was penned ,
just few scribbles to read
So i wish myself a healthier year
a year to cherish and to smile throughout ...
I wish all , the humanity on whole
a lovelier year with many a reason to behold
to smile and to dream and to walk a mile more ...
I wish each one of you a year of peace ...
joy unbound and happiness to share ...

Thanks for reading this stupid yet a poem dedicated to my blog and readers…:D

Thanks a lot to each one of you out there who has helped my blog smile so wide .. 3 years 
God bless !:)

tada... adios !

2009-03-17T12:54:00.002-04:00

Nothing at all !!!

Hey all ,

Been long since i posted something ... well work and work .. lots to pen ... yet nothing working out .. seems like a block !:(

Yes i do remember i have 2 tags to take .. one by Visesh .. and one by Priya ! both lovely tags .. but would do them by this month end :)

anyways hope alls well at your end ...

do take care.

Meenu !

2009-03-01T09:30:00.011-05:00

Friends - Imaginary and Real !

Friends be it real or imaginary do add colour to our life, ain't they ?

"Your friend is the man who knows all about you, and still likes you."
-- Elbert Hubbard

I happened to read this topic on imaginary friends , somewhere online sorry i dont have the link for that . It was about children having imaginary friends.

As a matter of fact it is a lovely concept .. for i did have imaginary friends and do have too :).

Friends are really the best people one can have in his/her lifetime. We meet strangers in life right since our birth and sometimes we develop a special bond with them and they become an inseparable part of our life. We may lose contacts with them in person but surely those memories would remain evergreen. Why would one need a friend ? One needs a friend to share , care and be with when everything goes awry , and when everything goes beautiful ! To say happily that i have won the nobel prize , i have got married , i have published a book , released an album !! well we would love to share that with friends .. * yes vodafone ads these days say the same. :)

Friends are wanted and searched for when one feels low , one wants a shoulder to weep , to feel the strength with the hands held together conveying the message in silence that '' come what may , i will be there for you'!

One could have many friends but would be blessed with only very special few and that is life .

Be it real friends or imaginary they do add more spice and joy to one's life.

Btw what or who is an imaginary friend. Any one who is not there , who cant be touched felt and seen by others are imaginary :D simple yes . Some say God , is my friend. Yes , imaginary yet again , not that God doesnt exist, He is there for sure ! but not all see and feel Him , so if i say He is my friend then it means He is there for me , i can feel Him .. see Him the way i want :)

Some say Diary is their friend and they share their life , moments and memories by writing , scribbling , prattling ...

Children are innocent and are so pure at heart ( so were we as kids) and hence they just talk to some one out of their thoughts like being and enacting as teacher , they teach their students who dont exist ! :) As we grow, though few of us continue our bond with imaginary friend, we dont explicitly show that to the world because it would be called craziness! also known that once we start school life and get ''real'' friends then the imaginary fades away .

Having imaginary friends is a real good thing . Studies reveal that as kids , if they have imaginary friends , they tend to increase and develop the linguistic talent and converstational abilities.It is not just for that , imaginary friends help one in reasoning out , gives more confidence , makes one ask more questions and yes helps one search for reasons.

As adults , once we feel that imaginary friends dont exist , may be that s when we start losing the child in us . I dont know if i am right or wrong but i do accept i do have imaginary friends and i love them too. Well it neednt be a person , it neednt be any particular character , lots of friends and imaginary friends are there with me even when i am alone .. where ever be it .

I remeber as a kid , a big red teddy bear was my best friend, i used to talk to him (dont know why i thought he was he :D ). Then came the boy in the sailing boat , then it was small puppy( not real ) i still have that sailing boat boy had named him Johny, yes a name that was from the nursery rhyme.

Then slowly with the path unfolding ... that is me growing in the way of life , graduating and now working i still have imaginary friends. I speak to the stars and i guess they do listen to me , i can sense the trees when the leaves dance and wave , the wind that whispers , the note books where i scribble, the books i read the God whom i pray , the music .... well even HP !:D

I dont know if this would sound funny and weird but then it is not . It is not that one needs to speak out aloud to the world for the stars and moon and trees to hear , just a thought within one would do . Dont they say music helps in trees and plants growing better and easier ?

Yes imaginary friends are real lovely companions, companions who would be with you even as you sleep .. even the eternal sleep !!

I am sure each of you have friends .. but then must say we are all lucky , lucky ones to be blessed with "TRUE FRIENDS" ( Yes i am blessed one with not just imaginary ones but some best best friends :) ) . Now imaginary or real ... doesnt matter ! :) you have a true friend and then what more do you want ? :)

2009-02-22T23:20:00.008-05:00

Double delight at the Oscars

O 'Day as they call it for our dearest (my dearest :D) A.R.Rahman , for he has won the double delight at Oscars . Hmm by the way , i have a bad habit and most often i dont love to change that too - it is waking up early ! But today I broke that rule and woke up at 5:45 am to be ready for office and also comfortably watch the Oscars at 6:30 am. My wish was to watch the live performance of ARR and his winning the most coveted and very deserving award - OSCAR! But then , all what i could watch was the other nominations and though they were interesting it did not satisfy my heart , for which i was actually waiting was for watching dearest Rahman standing tall with the OSCAR!!! and yes to watch his electrifying performance.

Anyways i was on my way to office and was constantly updated by my dear bro who had bunked college for this :D and while i was almost close to office i got a call from my colleague who was at home watching this amazing show and she was congratulating me !!:D well good feeling you know when i got calls from all friends happy about Rahman , i was in ecstasy because i felt like i knew Rahman sir so well that people were calling to convey wishes to him:) he he i know i know :d phir bhi!

Anyways now i am writing this so excitedly from office ... and i know this moment is just amazing for Rahman has won the best possible actually a long awaited one! Let our music unfold and spread the special fragrance that holds so deeply with the Indian life and culture!

I am also happy for the fact that Kate Winslet has finally got the best actress award too ... :)

:) May God bless you ARR! always and may you take us to that special land that sings only one language of LOVE with your music !!

Take care ....

2009-02-17T14:09:00.008-05:00

My Love-'' Sangeeth'- music - Violin !

I felt like i was in an ethereal world,When the music of his strings took me,Just far far away.
How wonderful I felt, within me,
When his music seeped deep down my soul.

Heavenly dwell is what i saw,
Those unknown even to my dreams
This travel kindles in me the light of many,
Happy memories and serenity unbound.

I burn the hatred, char the scars,
All i feel is just his mesmerising voice
Divinity in him, the voice and style
He makes me smile,
A smile, simple and sure
Conveying those hidden thoughts!

i know i am in love.
With him, with what he paints
And how he helps me evolve
I play him every day
Even those days of my
Thoughtless walks,
He lies there,
Waiting to be taken in hand,
and awakened to a new ,pleasant world.

I love you! My love,
I promise I will help you
Play those wonderful tunes
Those which are dormant deep within you,
I wish I keep my word
for I enjoy being beside you ...

A poem dedicated to my violin ...'He' denotes my sweet violin .. Music is surely the language of love ..It is the one thing that can unite every single soul..Have a nice week ahead! Take care

Good night !

Photo Courtesy :Getty Images
All contents © copyright Meenu rights reserved.

2009-02-15T12:11:00.005-05:00

THESE GLASS BANGLES

Bangles,oh ! lovely bangles,
Red and blue , they are so lovely too.
Yellow and green , so bright and colourful !
how lovely , they adore her pretty hands,
they tinkle as she speaks animatedly.
with a spirit that never dies - for
she is a woman with passion .
A passion to lead , to live and let live!
These colours hide her sorrows ,
Paint a vigour of happiness and joy ,
That takes her gliding across the path of life !
Bangles, oh ! such lovely glass bangles.

These bangles are simple,
yet convey something deep within.
Thoughts that cannot be measured
Those which cannot be heard,
yet the music , they make
seeps deep down the soul,
Speaking only one language,
The language called love .

Love is the air she breathes in and out ,
sleflessly , when she works to run her home.
While feeding her kids sacrifing her share,
Caring for her husband who walks back from the field.
Serving her parents and all elders.

Smiling throughout to mask her pains.
Every time she feeds, she cleans and she cuddles,
these bangles ring a rythm,

A rythm so divine.
Divine , because she is SHE!

Bangles oh! bangles ,
lovely glass bangles!

This picture was taken by my friend Arasi , after she got a new mobile - camera mobile! A lovely pic indeed . It is her collection of bangles and she has a lovely collection too . Bangles are really a beautiful accessory , though personally i dont use them often ! Seeing this picture on her mobile , i felt they convey something and wanted to paint them in words . And i have attempeted some thing here . hope it does convey some meaning .

Anyways i need to thank my friend , Arasi for she is the one who has such a lovely collection and yes though an amteaur shot , it is just as lovely as her !

Have a great Day and week ahead !!!

Photo Courtesy :Arasi - my friend!

All contents © copyright Meenu rights reserved.

2009-02-11T13:41:00.007-05:00

V - Day - Violence or Valentine ?

A day for Love .. that is why we celebrate a Valentines day !

It is a cliched statement that, v day is not just a day for love , the entire life is for love so there is nothing special for this day . It is like saying a birthday . Every day , every single min we are having and living a new life , then why does one celebrate a birthday on a particular day ?

Similary every single day is meant for love and care but one special day to show that explicitly ... to share and to say Ï love you" ! Now do note this love is not just meant for a boy and a girl or a man and wife to propose , love , gift each other and yes promise many sweet sugary things .

It is a day when one could tell their mom what she means to us, one could tell his/herdad how much they adore them and yes siblings - what it means to them to share a bond and yes friends how they colour their lives ...

It is a day to say , to shout to the world that I love you and you get back the same from the world!

Yes, every one loves making hay while the sun shines and so the corporates, retails and all Business minded people love to make their share of luck by selling out their goodies , giving offers for this special day . Like come with your valentine and get a bag of goodies free with a purchase worth Rs.1500/- .

SMS to 5454 and win a honeymoon trip , win a honda civic or a cool pair of goggles !! :d what not !

Well who does'nt do this marketing technique ? Well what are we doing to woo our boy friend and girl friend or even friends and siblings for that matter ? We gift them and treat them to say we care for them and wanna get our share back , a big chunk ( may be the whole ) of their heart !:)

What do they do for the days like "Akshaya thrithiya"? It wasn't popular too and now with the marketing gurus working on schemes to make people buy has popularised this day .

So is it for a Valentine day .

I personally do not believe that there is just a single day for love to love and to be loved but sure , i love this day . Feb 14th , though borrowed from the Western Calendar is a lovely day . A day that creates a feeling , i need to wish and remember my beloved. be it parents, siblings , friends or better half!

Then what is the problem of these Sree Ram Sena people ?

Are they insane ? They dont like Valentine's day ! Yes accepted . But who asked them to celebrate and enjoy ?

Let them be at home or office and do their work . Why stop the others who are happy ?

Sometimes i feel human beings have strange thoughts , but when i heard Sri Ram Sena's speech , i just felt that i was wrong . Certain Homo sapiens are STRANGE - Simply Idiotic and insane !

Muthalik of Sri Ram sena claims to be the Custodian of Indian culture ! Well wearing a khadi cloth in saffron shade and shaven head with talks of protecting culture by hitting and molesting girls in pub is the way the culture is guarded ?

Who is he ? A hero ? A devil ? I can only say he has got a very interesting thought wave and hence he must be kept under 24 hour observation !!! Please .. Jesus !

When you want to set things right why go to a pub and hit girls ? When pub is meant for drinks , what is his problem ?

Yes i surely accept the fact drinks are bad ..i dont appreciate it either , but then it is my way . I do not drink doesnt mean others shouldnt! This is an individual perception and liking .

If i want to try one day , i dont think there is any rule i shouldnt until or unless my conscience tells me not to .

Muthalik is bringing up a New Taliban in india ! I dont believe it ! This beautiful India where Gods are worshipped in form of Devi , Durga , Lakshmi ,Saraswathi , Mother Mary , are women expected to safeguard the culture of India by staying within the four walls of her home ?

Though it may be a fact that India is now leading towards western ideologies and thoughts , it still is very much rooted to the culture of our land. I am sure our age old tradition and values will never erode and such vandalising acts needs to be condemned by Law and every citizen.

Muthalik expressing his concern as an old man that cultural value in India is changing would be okay , as he is old he doesnt gel with the pulse of today but his ways to curb the silliest issues like V-day celebration or so is really "nauseating"! :P

Aren't there any better work other than moral policing the youth of today ? Cant this time and energy be used to build roads, infrastructure , educate the poor, feed the hungry and pay right taxes and stop looting money from the government ?

Hmm .. when will these people do any thing like this ? I was surprised to see that such people come out easily with a bail and talk UTTER NONSENSE , SHEER RUBBISH AND ALL GARBAGE ..... YUCK! that too so easily in public ....

Well just 2 days for the V- day , in south it is a Ram Sena and it the west it is the Shiv sena .. well didnt Sri Ram ji and Shiv ji teach any other principles for a better living?

Oh God these people commit SHAMELESS SINS all in HIS name ... !:(

Shakthi is given equal share by Shiva , do they remember that ?

Anyways Wishing each one of you a special day , not just on V day but every single day.

May Love spread through air and let its fragrance draw more hearts closer and let peace be the code word in the world !

Take care

Good night !

Ciao !

2009-02-05T12:44:00.003-05:00

A MI(ES)S COMMUNICATION!!

Hi folks back ...

Well work has been taking my time and so are thoughts .. Anyways was wondering what do i prattle here on this blog site ! and lo! i am here with an amazing conversation ....

Would like to take you through the entire thing ...

We had some promo activity coming up and i was supposed to meet up with the event team for the same. I went , and before i visited , i had discussed the comemercials with another lady of the same event management company .

When i met this nice gentleman , he took me through the entire place and told me what branding would i be getting there. he also informed i would have to pay Rs.500 extra per banner and standee i use there ! I reconfirmed with him asking if this Rs. 500/- per day per banner/ standee is other than the promo / sponsor fee we would be paying and he confirmed the same.

Hearing this , i said " Okay sir , would get back to you on this after discussing internally with my boss"". for which he replied saying , "Please dont call me for that , do get in touch with the lady , whom you had discussed the commercials earlier. ".

I nodded and travelled back to my office. The discussions with my boss and then his with the big boss ... :) finally we came to a conclusion , this amount is not really big to be bothered but we could still check with the event management team as we are regular business partners . Saying so i called up the lady of the team and found she was busy and hence she responded she would check on this and call back .

We waited for her call , and post lunch almost about 3:00 pm when she didnt revert , i decided to check with her. I called her back . A male voice replied on the side.

Me : Hello !

Event company : Hello ! yes ( Male voice)

Me: a lil surprised , as to who is this in her mobile .. anywyas i replied , hello is this Mr. Dhananjay?

(Dhananjay is the person who had taken me through the positions and branding options at teh venue)

Event company: Yes, who is this ?

Me: Sir , this is Meenu here .

Event company : Oh yes ! Hi tell me ...

Me: No sir , u told me to get in touch with Nalini * the lady , there , regarding that Rs. 500 /- per day per item charges , so i am calling her . I had informed her and she said she would revert so just wanted to check if she has confirmed on this .

Event company : Sorry , i dindt understand at all ma .. can you explain .

Me: Okay sir , see , you had briefed me today that for sponsoring/ doing a promo in the event organised by you , we need to pay some per banner/ standee or display item charge extra per day so i had checked that with Nalini seeing if she could look at waivering this off as we are working together regulary , and would do in future too.

Event company : What ?? When did you assume things ?? When did i tell you this ? Did i say ??( he smirks)!

Me : Baffled !!! What a liar , he told me this and he s denying now ?? Oh my God , had i misunderstood a lot ..! I answer , yes sir , i did check with you if this is extra to the amount discussed for sponsoring the event .

Event company : Well , he he did i really tell you ? When .. anyways i can tell u now the details.

Me : so dumbstuck at his nature , replying softly - okay sir , please go ahead

Event company : See you as a promoter would be provided the space for the stall and ... blah blah branding would be given . We cant allow you in the stage as the program would be there ! ( i am left to wonder where and when did i ask him a spot by the stage !!???) anyways i dont reply i keep saying hmmm hmm..

He continues giving ideas as to what best he can do to help us and he also offers some TV promo for a double sponsor fee , i am still wondering why didnt he discuss this in the morn?

Then i say , no sir , we dont want any tv promo all we want the stall space at two spots , one at the entrance and one at VIP lounge .

Event company : yes yes i can provide that why dnt we meet up ?

Me: Sir , if you remember it right we did meet up today morning and we have freezed on the stall space. So you are talking about the same na ?

Event company : okay okay listen and he keep s going on with some other promo offer.

Me: Sir , we did meet today na sir ?

His answers sounded off the track and so finally i said ,Sorry sir to interrupt you Are you Dhananjay ?

He again hears it wrong .. he replies back "" What ??? Am i a tamil boy ??""

Then i guessed its better i ask it straight .

Me: Sir , your good name sir ?

I am Charles !!!!!

Oh !Sheeeeeeeeeeee.

I realize , i have called up some one else and was discussing about an event that is to take place some weeks later and he had already contacted me for sponsors , the fee being the same,almost he briefed the same. !!

I hope you can imagine the kind of surprise and shock i was in to .... when i first heard his denial about that statement of explanation ...

My boss who was next to me , was ROFL ... !Lol! how funny !!

hope you understood .. :) the catch of the above mentioned conversation !!

else never mind ..laugh again .. jst laugh cos it does help in losing and shedding all worries !!

he he such a day i wish never again repeats as i wonder what would happen if i commit and talk about something very serious :D he he ..

Anyways Shabbakhayar.. Good night ...

Take care

2009-01-19T11:44:00.003-05:00

SOME SCRIBBLES !.

A great year to start ...

travel and travel ... am almost like now talking in whispers .. yes.. sssh ... are you able to hear me ? :P jokes apart, on a serious note , i have got a major cold attack and my vocal chords are now conked up , yet there are many who would smile .. saying WOW! there at last meenu is quiet :D ..

Yet another reason to smile being an Indian and most important for a Rahmaniac , The Golden globe sweep by Rahman ! Well one more waiting ... the Oscar...

Now the next thing to smile the new album Delhi 6 !!!:) It rocks!!

Well the review would be up on my musical blog in a day or two.

Btw , its a special day today ! Barack Obama swearing in as a President of USA!! A historical day for the 'black' and white now doesnt matter really all that matters is 'quality and the character within'.

Satyam , a name that is strongly related to Indian culture constitution - Satyameva jayathe!. A company which had been looked at in Indian IT corporate market .

A name that now resonates nothing but 'LIE' and 'CORRUPTION'!

I really wish that something positive is done about it as there are millions of people who have toiled hard ignorant of the fact that the entire harwork was swindled by its own management for personal benefits!

Praying for the employees of this company ...

Catch ya guys in a better post .. sorry about these rigmarole prattles.

Shabhakhayar !

Take care

meenu

2009-01-05T12:55:00.005-05:00

HAPPY BDAy !!!!

Hey folks !

Wish you a wonderful new year .. ahead . May God bless each one of you with the best of everything .....

May peace hold us in her arms and hope smile on us .. for a new year , a new beginning a new start to traverse in the path of life ......

Take care

Been keeping busy with work .. so not able to post .... will be so for the entire month i guess but today(ooops tomm as we are still 30 min to 12) , January 6th is a very special day ...

Jan 6th birthday of our Dearest A.R.Rahman ... the musical genius .So wish you Rahman ji , a wonderful amazing and super birthday ...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOSS!!

May your music move beyond boundaries .. may it speak only the language of love ..

Anyways .. bye all of you .. take care...

Meenu !!!

2008-11-23T05:03:00.010-05:00

THE UNBEATABLE ... Rahman magic ... Ghajini !

Yes long awaited Ghajini ... is out on stores !

The movie has already dolloped its share of anxiety for many reasons and one most important for all music buffs A.R.Rahman is 'THE reason'. Yes as usual all fans would await eagerly with their heart and ears open to let that song grow in them ... And morever when it is a music made in connection to Aamir Khan , Oh! then expectations soar.

As for Ghajini it sure is a movie that has lot of expectations especially after the original Tamil version of Surya / Asin being a super duper box office rocker ! Lyrics is by Prasoon Joshi and it is good .. :) Well actually , the guzarish and kaise mujhe is good . the other lyrics are just ok . .

The one min trailer song of Ghajini was surely a great hit added to the amazing physique and super stills of Aamir . The six pack abs really did that and the song 'Guzarish seemed to have rocked even with the 1 min trailer .. really hummable !!

Now with the release as usual here is my review ..

There are in total 6 tracks with one being an instrumental .

The tracks are sung rendered by Javed Ali (Jashne bahare..) , Suzzane , Shreya , Benny Dayal and Karthik the happening singer from South .

1.Guzharish is one of the best in the album . Sonu Nigam has rendered a small humming in the beginning . Javed Ali really has rocked ! It is great to feel that charm in his voice and he has a great style of singing which was really evident in the Jashn - e - Bahare too...

Lyrics for this song is great .

2. Behka is the track which is stylish , may be that is the term one could relate . Saxaphone used in this track adds an enchanting feel for the same . Karthik has rendered it beautifully . I am sure each one would fall in love with this track for sure. It is a real tough one to immediately sing but surely a super song ..

3. Kaise Mujhe is a melody number and just like the Tu meri dost hai from Yuvvraaj , Benny Dayal and Shreya have again paired up for this nice number. A superb song and it takes you with the flow . The backing vocals are by Clinton , Dominique , Vivenne.

Benny is blessed to get such a superb break with these songs in Yuvvraaj and Ghajini .

The same song is also instrumental .very soothing one.

Lyrics of this song is just great .

4. Aye Bachchu by Suzzane is a fast kind of number . She has a 'josh' in her voice and this stylish youthful number is foottapping and would be loved by all who would want to dance to the tune of music !! The song is easily likable ,. but even if you dont appreciate it , i am sure you will start loving it the more and more you listen to the same.Suzzane really has given her best and Rahman's music weaves a magic

5.Latto .. is a different track . I guess the best fast beat song tracks like the Aye bachchu . But it has a feel of a remix style . It is rendered by Shreya and in this there has been some additional special programming effects/ or the computer effect which makes it sound less like Shreya . Yet it is a small , easy and fast number. But a super number and actually i just loved this album just like all others so far from Rahman !!

One thing that i didnt like in this album is ARR has not lend his voice for any song not even a small portion and even the album cd doesnt have his pic !

All lyrics for this movie is available in Rhythmic notes , my musical blog . :)

So dont wait .. Just check out this cool , great album and sink in to this beautiful journey of Rahman's music .

Till then tada ! :)

Bbye !

Take care ...

2008-11-07T13:00:00.008-05:00

THE SHINING STARS ....

Children are a blessing , a blessing in the form of smile , laughter , joy , curiosity , affection, warmth, sense of responsibilty and yes most important being a leader....( because can lead them by setting /being an example..) .

:) Yes Children are a direct blessing in the form of God . It is a common belief with which people tend to visit the just born babies .. (well i love to do that cos u get to see such a tiny lil thing cry and yawn unknowing of the laughter and noise around. ) They feel seeing a baby itself is as good as seeing God and hence you tend to wash out all your sins..
With the years passing by every day we grow , we learn , we follow the good , sometimes we try the bad unknowingly or wantedly and lose the child in us with every minute or say every second of growth.

Why would be a child innocent , creative, good , beautiful and loveliest creations ever one can see? It is because they are true, they are 'they' , they are buds... only when they bloom as a flower they need to experience the hard bad yet wonderful world , which kills them , rips them and changes them to walk the lanes of this world.

I am writing this post marking the forthcoming Children's day on November 14th.

Many years ago , India's first Prime minister and freedom fighter 'Chacha' (uncle) Nehru (Jawahar Lal Nehru) was born on this very day . (November 14 1889).
He was a loving and gentle person , who encouraged education and was passionate about welfare of children and youngsters. It was this great man's initialisation and thoughts that stand tall as the IIT's , IIM's and AIIM's which are considered to be the temple of education in various streams. This day just takes me back to my school days , the days when we as children would be given special consideration and privilege of chocolates, fun , dance and activities.

Even today 14th November is a special day . I remember vividly the colour dress we used to wear and the chocolates (Eclairs or the white milky bars) , followed by the post lunch cultural activities. :)

In this fast paced world, the giant leaps the technology takes every year , every century has now changed the face of this world. The children of today's world know more . Yes it is not that all kids have advantage of this developed technology , there are also many poor children who still havent stepped inside to see a school . Not many know how would it be to taste hot well cooked food. They know not how would it be to drink purified water, nor do they know the feel of the cosiest beds!

There are many children across the world who have lost their dear ones in the terrific bomb blasts, who have seen the walls of their forts crumpling down with the gunshots, those who live every day with the fear of being hurt , those who live not knowing for how long ... and this goes on. At least this children's day should there be some change in the way these innocent buds are treated. Let the light of joy , light of knowledge and light of hope surround them and guide them and give them equal rights to know, to learn , to enjoy and experience this freedom , this joy of Life. Let there be more children walking to the school gates to quench their thirst of knowledge , let there be no more tender hands which would pick the rags from the mounts of dirt, who would hold the thistle , who would spin the yarn . Let there be no children who has been absued , no child who would cry for food nor there be any kids who know what is it to forgo food for many days together!

Wishing a brighter hope for each and every human in this world.

Thank you!

Adios !

Meenu

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2008-11-05T10:42:00.005-05:00

Victory !

Obama makes history .
Yes, the name 'Barack Obama' was a sure attraction as it sounded really different and when this name was resonated amidst the bush and pains it really was an eye catcher .. hmm ear catcher ..
This victory is in many ways a sense of relief as Bush has been causing too much of pain ... :D Though i dont prefer politics be it world or regional , i did happen to watch one of his speeches and yes it did really sound as words from a charismatic leader.
Obama is now the 44th president and 1st African American president and this for sure is amazing change that the world requires.
Not that being an African American could make a lot difference , the difference is made by the persona , the person himself.
The crisis now the world faces with stringent financial gates and lots of happenings that could possibly be handled better by someone like Obama , at least from the election campaigns that he conducted it was interesting to watch him.
Surely time would be the answer for all this and what India has to gain with this change is lot more to answer right now it is certain that India would be a part of the growing economy in the world for India would be a super power soon .. Super power in the making ! ;) well yes , lots to reform , lots to progress but for certain , we would .

By the way , here is Wishing all the best to Barack Obama and the rest of the world too for , whatever be said , Changes in America does have an impact in the rest of the world countries ..
So cya ! Take care ..

2008-10-27T14:11:00.006-04:00

Bheja Fry !! tho 7 Steps try ;) !!

Wishing each one of you a very Happy Diwali .May this festival of Lights brighten up your lives and bring in smiles each and everyday !So hope all had a great time today sharing sweets , lighting diyas and bursting crackers!

I thought i would write about one of the most important and common thing we see or experience . ANGER!

Anger is said to be one word short of Danger !

Hmm. It is one of the messiest yet most common emotion that erupts and explodes and causes damages that is directly proportional to the power of anger. :D ok ok... read on.

All of us do get angry. We may have felt that as a fleeting annoyance or may be a few as a full fledged rage ! Many a times we see people who get irritated , hurt , provoked and explode for may be the silliest of matters. We also see people who control their feelings , keep quiet , yet their heart breaking in to fragments within silently this could be called as Apathy.Both are essentially bad for the person as such,whether he explodes or he controls and makes it explode within . So either way it harms him.(also her) .

Even i do get angry but at least i dont throw things that are in my hand . and i usually dont shout except those very rare cases and even that would be for a min .

But once i do that i feel bad , bad at what i did , bad at why i did! The moment one vents off the feeling of irritation and hurt then one feels better .I am not sure of others but i for sure feel bad at having behaved so.

Then why must one let that emotion to bloom. Even when i react angrily rarely that is enough for me to feel low about my behaviour. So i can imagine ( i guess thats how others may think) how others may feel after their rage! .

I have seen people who throw things that lie within their reach when they lose their temper. What bad did that thing or item do for having to break down just because someone is angry ?

It will remain a mystery as human mind and emotions are really tough to be understood. I guess that is why they stress on the fact that a woman should control her temper ( a woman's mind is supposed to most complex form to understand). :) he he . jokes apart , Anger is supposed to be one of the deadliest sins.

The anger could be due to jealousy , vengaence and when it is at its peak , then it could really break not just vases , but everything , relationship, love, the heart and yes most important the Self!

Then why does one get angry ? It could be genetic reason or even psychological reasons. Some kids would be grumpy and irritable since childhood and it is their genetically inherited nature. Some cos of psychological reasons. Why does this emotion alone cause so many problem? It is because ever since as kids we are only told 'Do not get angry" Even if you ,dont react or show! But then its not easy for all nor is it good to curb that within . It does more harm than good.

It is not possible to stop people from doing things we dont like, nor possible to keep all anger within one's mind but the best is to learn how to control it like simple breathing techniques when one gets a lil off beat .

1. Breath from deep within , Keep saying yourself to cool and be calm.

2. Visualise happy things and smile often. Be Loving and patient.

4.Use thoughts that would be really helpful in making one understand that "this is not the end of the world" you still have a lot to do , may be this was just another moment of rough spark hurting you in your journey of life.

5.Be careful with words that you use as it could really change the situations either to worse or for good!

6.Be relaxed and yes most important is sense of humour .

7. Give yourself a personal time , where you could just be you !

Take care ....

Have a great year ahead.

2008-10-24T01:02:00.005-04:00

HELLO ! My Dear Universe:)

Dwani was taken aback when she suddenly heard Anamika's voice " Do you still( read really) feel that ( read Believe) that Universe is listening ?" . She could see the pain in Anu's eyes .

It all started with a casual conversation. Dwani was a lil girl who strongly believed or trusted in ideology (silly it may sound but she strongly believed ) that every single fragment in this universe listens to the thought waves and aligns to make way for that to happen.

She trusts(ed) the fact that THE UNIVERSE LISTENS (strangely true na as it is said walls have ears too!) to you, me and every one else on earth. Ones thoughts could be heard , sensed or felt by anything on this earth, be it the stones that glistened on the streams, the wind that brushed past, the moon who always played hide and seek amidst the white clouds, the bright lil stars up above the sky and what not?

She felt that the wind which brushed past could sense her passion; the glistening streams could see the spark within, the charming moon smiled as though he has found his good old friend. The trees too danced merrily reading her thoughts and the earth just sensed the rhythm in her walk.

Anamika aka Anu was surprised when she heard a big girl in a fantasy land. She may have thought ‘This girl is a kinda mad!’ but then she as a good caring friend (may be sister) waited for Dwani to go on.

Dwani told Anu ," listen is there any problem with you in accepting the fact that being positive in your thoughts would be far better than just negating since it would do no good being so ?

Anu thought over and felt it could be true that universe listens ....may be at least she could try believing it .

Life has been a tough journey so far but it was her faith in the Almighty that made her just stay strong through troubled times.Though she is really talented and beautiful (inside out) , she did face a lot of troubles her way . Her career seemed to grow just inches every year yes of course with the pay being just' peanuts'. She wondered if she could find the right man in her life because all what she or her parents tried she did not succeed , leave alone succeed she was hurt in every attempt ....

Work and home and work and home and prayers, nothing changed except of course the people she met . It was like this , She felt she was rooted to a point in the canvas of life and only thing that kept changing every moment was the new people she met and new products she launched ... she found it hard to take it .

Anu decided to take up Dwani's words and decided to shout to the universe that she would get the right and the best guy she has been waiting for , she would get the best package she wished for , would take her parents out for a vacation and see them smile and follow all good cheerful things that would make her sense the bliss of what life truly meant - happiness from within.

But today everything changed , despite her sending waves of her passion , waves of optimism to the universe she felt she was ditched , she was left alone to try and find her way out of the troubled seas.

Why did she have to experience this ? Why did she need to bear the pain ? Why did she not get most of what she wished ... just truly from the heart .

Was her faith shaken ?

This emotion naturally erupted within and thats why she questioned her friend about her ideology .Dwani didnt know how to explain , She knew talking and explaining would do no good . So the best way is to write her thoughts .... It would be more easy to handle a person in trouble.

Anu got the letter ...It read ......

Dearest Anu ,

I just wish to share with you something that could brighten up your thought and help you move forward the way you want .

Life is such that we find roads that mislead us , that tempt us and probably lead us ....
Now when we walk the path , it is just that we need to see ourselves in a state or rather visualise ourselves in state which we would love to .It is the thought wave of optimism within that helps one march ahead .

Now you may ask , i was so but why didn't things fall in place?

Answering this is difficult .For even though i believe in this ideology of the universe listening i still haven't got all that i want.As a matter of fact many a things still remain a dream , a desire uncomplete , unfullfilled and unattended . But deep within my heart i still believe that the universe cannot turn deaf to my calls . I would achieve them soon . May be that i need to be more passionate or may be i need to give some time , be STILL for i know for all good one does God doesnt turn blind , surely there would be rewards that can really surprise soon.

I understand how difficult it is for a person who has lost his roof to comfort and be optimist that the weather would be fine till he /she finds one shelter !

But then it is the faith that makes one move , the very faith that i am destined to live a long life makes me breath this very second.It may sound too philosphical for many but i still believe that the universe listens to our prayers , our wishes , thoughts and does what our heart thinks, what we sent out.If we see something wrong happening then it means we would have sent out a negative energy that could stop our wishes from becoming true .

Though we must be fast , the fastness must be accompanied by patience , a quality that is surely divine ( in my opinion) and one must remember nature can never be rushed , must let it happen the way it would.

One must take up more steps to control our mind from being negative for that is natural thing to happen as we are just human beings.But then it is essential( even i am only trying , i know i have lot of negative and many inferiority complexes that i am trying to overcome ) that we are only focussed and be strong in our faith that God will show us the path we want ... for the universe answers the prayers .. it aligns to our thoughts .

Be Patient and just visualise and see what want to be in future and thank god in advance for having blessed you all that you want .

Be it wealth , relationship or just you, it would be answered, because everything in this Universe has an answer , it is only that either man asks wrong questions , or searches at wrong places or may be doesnt trust in when he or she is answered !

I truly believe you will colour your life with your dreams and be happy and sense the bliss of the divine within.

Yours ever
Dwani.

The letter did the trick and Anu trusted her thoughts and moved only smiling and thinking that
her dreams will be true and things would happen the way she visualised in no time......
but all that she had to do was to trust , to be STILL and dont panic when things go awry !

Friends, this long post was penned by my friend for some reason and i felt that it is a lovely one to share as i truly believe that the universe listens !Yes sounds too impractical in being +ve all the while may sound a lil tough but it is important we do for who knows the wrong waves may disrupt the happenings of any good we think , so why take risk ?
Aint it ?

Have a Happy weekend .
Wishing each one of you a Happy and Prosperous Diwali !!!
Do svi danya!

2008-10-22T13:24:00.006-04:00

YUVVRAAJ - A RAHMAN WONDER !

Hey all !

Good day . Lot is on my draft .. safely lying untouched un finished . Yes i am tempted to close that by penning those precious words and paint in more emotions, heart and rythmn and play it here as a post to you ! But then i realise there is something very special waiting to be penned ....Yuvvraaj !!!!!!!!Yippee ! Yes, our dearest Rahman ji is back !

Music is a way of life for many ... Rahman ji has always made this very beautiful ..just splendid .Yuvvraaj is a musical film by Subash Ghai , with whom Rahman has previously given his one of the most superb(would be a simple word to explain the success of that album) album 'Taal' .Now here comes Yuvvraaj (numerology;)) an ARR venture which is just as perfect as any other Rahman note...

This musical journey has 9 phases and each one composed in a style that is a trademark Rahman ji's (ek dam solid!) music .

The first one Main Hoon Yuvvraaj is a intro song kind for Salman - It has Salman speaking
and the fifth of Beethoven prelude.

Tu Meri Dost Hain is one of the best numbers which has Rahman ji ( small but my most fav part) , Shreya and Benny Dayal. It is the easily pleasable number and i am sure for those who would prefer melodious style of music would surely fall for this !

Tu Muskura is again another soulful melody by Alka ji and Javed Ali .Though i liked this one
for its music i cant rate this as 1st among the others.
The higher range of Alka ji is a lil too shrill which makes it lose its original charm.

Mastam Mastam is a joyous track perfectly sung by Sonu ji , Naresh and Benny and Alka ji .
A track similar to 'The road goes on... and ever ever on.' from the Lord of the Rings !
Its a easily lovable number and is a happy happy song .

Zindagi - Wow ! Srinivas ji is amazing and after his earlier Kaisi hai yeh ruth in
Dil Chahtha hai for Shankar Ehsaan Loy , this is a super duper song .
The style of his rendering is just so pleasant that one wants to just keep listening to
that on and on ..

Dil Ka Rishta , I just loved this for this a fast and more aggressive number and one that has come out beautifully . Sung by Sonu ji and a few part by Roop Kumar Rathod and my fav Rahman!!

The entire song just drags you and i really love this . Rahman ji's part is just so great that i played this track continously many a times.

Manmohini moreyis a fusion kind of Hindustani classical and bit of western touch and this sandwich is 'delicious' too ! Vijay Prakash is the singer.

Shano Shanois again a "Pappu cant dance' kinda track( not in terms of tune but the style is a Disco kind). Frankly i loved Pappu the 1st time i heard but Shano didnt really pull as the others did but then since its Rahman music it would really seep in on to your soul each time we keep listening.... :) and the last track is the Remix of Shano Shano !!

This a great album where Rahman has done such a beautiful orchestration and the song does not fade away .

This Musical extravaganza is again gonna rock the charts and yes the hearts of all true lovers of Music ... hmm .. Rahmaniacs out there would go crazy !! As usual you are just gonna say " WOW what a music and a genius!!' cos that's how Rahman's song just sinks deep in your soul.

So all folks Happy singing , happy listening and happy times ahead .

Yours truly,
Rahmaniac !:)
Meenu !

2008-10-04T11:23:00.006-04:00

The Real Beauty

One fine day , i happened to bump in to my friend , or rather one of my old college mates while on my way to office . And as it would be a sudden surprise , discussions as usual started as 'what are you doing these days?, Are you in touch with any one ?what is she doing ?' blah blah ...
Just a formal talk and during our discussion on what each one was up to, the friend suddenly passed a statement , 'Hey you are just the same ' plane jane .... and then said something that really about my looks ..
I laughed /smiled as usual mocking at myself.
Well , it really didnt matter to me what was the comment was and it lay just unnoticed somewhere in my thoughts.
The day went on fine and after a hectic work , i was travelling back home.
As i couldnt read my book with no light in the share auto and as it was dark outside , i sat staring at the traffic blocked roads with my auto struggling to move ahead inch by inch .
Such moments would always make us think a lot more than we would expect (at least for me).
Slowly my thoughts went on a recap session and lo ! it came back with the hidden comment passed by my friend..
Yes, it may be true that beauty does have some face value for it , what one sees may or may not be beautiful/lovely/pretty for him or her but then real beauty lies within one's heart .. ?? aint it ?
Anyways that small thought is now in the form of a poem penned by me on my way back home.

Yet another :D stupid roadie poem:D

I , me , myself !
Can i ever be a different self?
Just two little eyes , with a not so big head,
Curly lies the hair out,
with nothing much within !
Nothing special on my face,
Only just a few pits painted around;
One big pit blabbers a bit with the rest dancing around.
Cheeks look like some puffed up buns,
Stuffed around to look like a bun!
I see it and laugh out loud ..
for i know how funny is MYSELF!

I wonder out loud why i am the only funny one ....
to stop and realise it is all only for fun.

God created me only with Love,
Am a Masterpiece of the Master Himself.
.
What we look does that really matter?
what our heart tells is ;
what it reflects!
what seeps in within is;
what glows throughout....

Trying to let the Good seep through,
I try to make my heart speak all truth.
Hoping to not really be as funny as i really am !

Yes, i think if the old adage of 'as you sow , so shall you reap' is true ,the beauty is just proportionate to the beautiful thoughts that flash in mind.
And imagine if the whole world is sowed with all lovely thoughts the world would be truly a better place to live in !

Sow all good thoughts, thoughts of love, respect , compassion, empathy, care.
Pray as we would never live yet another moment .
Thank as if we have been just blessed with the elixir of life,
Respect as if you have never met a better soul ,
Love as if today is the only day you could talk or be with,
care as if the person had just been slapped ,
share for we know not if there is a tommorow.

Then i am sure life would bloom like those beautiful flowers for whose nectar the lovely butterflies hover around ......

We could relate us to be those beautiful flowers and the butterflies would be the happiness and joy showered by the dainty fairies above ........

I end with a quote by Khahil Gibran ,"Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart”
As always yours truly ,
Meenu !
Image courtesy :Getty images

2008-10-01T03:04:00.006-04:00

SMOKE SMOKE GO AWAY ... NEVER DO AGAIN COME OUR WAY!

2nd October 2008, a day most people would look forward to.

Yes a national holiday in memory of Father of the nation. So, cozily rest at home, with the idiot box blaring at loud volumes the same old movies .

A few patriotic,a few action, trying to instill the patriotic values within, not to forget all the channels airing some interviews of the film stars and celebs (what have they got to do with Gandhi Jayanthi??) and the news channel trying to revive the Old Pre Independent days!

Now for all , this day, this year would be different again because this year there is a new rule , a rule to protect the environment , the innocent 'Hearts' /'Lungs' that choke with the smoke from the pleasure driven people ….

BAN ON SMOKING AT ALL PUBLIC AREAS.

So finally there is less smoke(Spending Money Only (TO) Kill Everyone :D) circling our lives as we wait for the bus, walk in the pedestrian, in shopping malls, refreshment rooms…

I just wonder how could one spend Rs. 5 -8 for a cigarette ?
I have seen people who smoke 3 -4 packs a day.Imagine one pack costing Rs. 50-80.! So in all a day they spend Rs. 150-250 a day!!!
No wonder it is a very expensive smoke and now i realise why cancer follows!;)

For those who are addicted this is something inevitable.

But just to smoke something out in a day ! Aren't there any better ways to sqaunder money ??

I also calculated if the people who could afford to spend 250 + a day , in a month they spend Rs.7500/- and hence in a year its Rs.90,000/-!!!!.(No wonder ITC is :) a rich conglomerate ..)

Imagine if this amount was spend as a Social responsibility for the upliftment of the people in need!

Well it is out of question to eliminate smoking from the world immediately, as it is clearly seen that the roots of this evil habit has strongly found its firm in the world . Even before these cigarattes were found , people had been using tobacco as a thing to excite, forget sorrows or whatever in some way or other.

The irony is that even Gandhiji had accepted his indulgence (only once or twice) in these beedi and stuff as a teenager in his autobiography'My experiments with Truth'.

But at least we could control it lest more people *innocent ones die of cancer!! and may be in the long run eliminate this social evil.

Inspite of the ban in advertising this is a product that is succesful with its surrogate ads.

I do not appreciate smoking at all , though i dont appreciate drinking , i dont care a damn ! .

Smoking not just kills you but people around , those who dont even know what it is to smoke get worst affected cos of passive smoking ! Why should somone else suffer for a stupidity of the smoker! It is just UNFAIR.

As for drinking it is the health of the person who does , his/her liver.Whether they kill it or try staying fit is up to them ! All one could do is to try imparting some gyaan against drinking , other than that as long as it doesnt trouble the ones around, let them do what they like right na?

One of my colleague send us a message on smoking : It goes like this

"SMOKING HELPS YOU LOSE WEIGHT! ONE LUNG AT A TIME!!!'
he he ..

Well i also got a pic from a dear friend and hence am also uploading that now :)

So all smokers , bade goodbye to the smoke that you try to choke us with .!!

By the way did you see the law ? It says a fine of not more than Rs.200 will be collected from the smokers who do not abide by this law !

It' s strange since those who spend Rs. 250+ a day , would they really mind giving away a Rs.200, all just for smoking ???

Hope it doesnt work as " Pay Rs. 200/- and smoke as you like " :D he he ..

Happy Ramzan and yes good bye smoking at least partially!:)

Adios!

2008-09-28T05:49:00.004-04:00

I CAN SEE BUT I CAN'T ! -Convenient Blindness..

I started writing a post just the day before and unfortunately dozed off ...... ! yes with the pc on ..... cos i couldnt stay awake anylonger -Flat!!! So what it was still in drafts and i thought i could rework on that and complete it .

Been trying to do that since morning couldnt get a single word to continue , writer's block ?? well you may say so but funny that the block is damn hard to break through !

So here i go on writing my mind keeping that old article pending half way.

Been blocked ..... hardened ...... irritated , angst , hurt and what not !

I am not sure how many would be in the same state as I.

The so called 'Breaking news" really breaks one's heart... A nine year old boy (or 13! whatever be the age) lost his life when the unsuspectible packet blew off .. taking his life and injuring many others seriously.

What would be the onlookers state of mind who may have narrowly escaped unhurt to see that little boy suddenly disappear in smoke all shattered .

It is now a state that 'helping others' may even cost one's life.

When can we lest not put an end to this but atleast be more secure than this??

I remember an essay contest in Hindi during my school days , i dont really remember the topic but it was something related to technology and its use and absue or so but i do remember how i concluded it .... It went as " abh aadmi aise rahthe hai ki kab bomb girega", meaning to say now the state of a man's mind is when will a bomb fall on him.

This was during the year when the 9/11 happened. So seven years down the line , now the situation has worsened that even to walk in a market be it anytime of the day .
Yes, the solution is not we all need to stay safe at home but something has to be done to catiously watch /monitor every person in public ...

More honest people who could be clever enough to atleast curb the corrupted politicians , more usage of technology as a positive tool to monitor the crowded areas, well many cliched statements i guess every man would have some suggestion to rework on our corrupted system but they must be implemented !!!!

The thing that hurts me the most , is that the poor people who struggle to meet their ends by earning their daily wages are the ones who lose everything .

The 1st page photo in "The Hindu" during the Ahmedabad , Surat attacks is still vivid in my mind. The bomb had taken the lives of many of the poor street hawkers who sold vegetables and other stuffs. The picture showed a lady lying dead in a pool of blood , still holding those hard earned money after a hard day's work run her home and feed her family.

What did the so called IM or any such group gain ? Yes, may be political unrest , economic changes and yes happiness and satisfaction of killing those innocent people.....

There are many questions unanswered but i am sure there is nothing like unanswered may be we are not 'asking '? i am confused..

I guess the reason why people fight for all this (so called petty issues) is beacuse EACH ONE OF THEM IS BLIND .. they are blind at their convenience . I would call it as 'Convenient BLINDNESS'.

Their inner eye is blind , they have locked it not wanting to realise that they have many lovely moments to see ... to experience .. to share ...

They live in world of their own , they live in a world where they don't see any thing good ... they just hear and smell the rotten and hence breed all rotten , disgusting , horrendous thoughts within .

They are blind to the fact that there is a beautiful world which can be most wonderful if we live together.

They are blind to the fact that there are more precious things than MONEY , POWER , STYLE, THE FEELING OF 'MINE'/'I' !

They are blind to the fact that Lord is just one , and each one of can see Him as we like , sometimes as Krishna , as Rama, Shiva, Devi , as Jesus, as Mary , as Allah , as Nanak , as Sai what not.

They are Blind to the fact that we are all a part of a flow ... a flow like a river which doesn't have an end . We are a part of the universe .. we are just a small (microns) part of the universe .

Each of us in this world know each other , belong to the same family , be it from anywhere in this world. I may not know you personally , i may not have seen you but trust me we are from the same Universal Mother !

It is also very obvious that where there is good there must be evil else good will not be known or realised .. But if we let the Evil take over all good in this world then none would exist , none would smile , it is something as simple as the feel of Dementors kissing you !!

I guess the best way to come out of these or atleast reduce the frequency of this evil showing up , is to believe that Good is all omnipotent , good is all present .....and keep believing that Evil Will never disturb the equilibrium .....

Yes i believe in Believing ..... it does work ...

God bless all .....and May God help them 'SEE' again .. just SEE the right ....

Image courtesy : Getty images!

2008-09-24T13:53:00.002-04:00

Yuppie!
am back finally with a bang ...
I didnt know that its been long since i blogged yes wanted to .. many posts half done is in my
draft ! but kya karen ... ll doze off in front of my system ... so work kept me away for a few days and now i thought why dont at least wish you all a hi !!:)
after a long time ...

Happy Ramdan .. and yes Ayudha pooja too in advance ..

Will rework on my posts and post the same by this weekend !

take care
meenu

2008-06-10T15:10:00.005-04:00

A poem i guess may be simple , stupid and weird but it is just what i felt doing !

RUNAWAY

I want to run away from the world so wide,
I want to run away to the wildness alive,
I want to runaway from the worries alike
I want to runaway just far and wide.

It is not that I fear to fight back,
It is not that I detest to stand up,
Nor is it that I don’t like to live
Still I want to runaway …
Runaway just far and wide.

In to the world of natural life,
The splendid ocean and; the sprawling green fields,
The resplendent sky, with the eagles so high.

I want to sleep in the oceans’ bed,
Just like the pearl cosy in its shell,
I wish to race with the dolphins under,
Mermaids as friends and the bubbles for air.

I want to runaway to the deep green mysteries,
The forests nestling the rare big beasts.
I want to befriend the elephant by the river
Blindly follow a herd of lovely deer,

To feel the hares so fluffy and fair.

My hunger drained with the dry figs and berries,
The silvern stream to quench my thirst.
I want to hang on the bark of the tree,
Play the see saw and the swing for free
Sing with the birdies nestling on top!
Sweet little squirrels to watch and smile.

The open skies and a big bear hug,
Just with the fireflies glowing around.
A good night’s sleep with the moon to guard,
The animal kingdom to watch me all night.

I wish to make huge snow man,
Follow the reindeer and watch the seals
How I could just runaway to the poles
And freeze up with the white soft snow!

I want to run away in to this vast blue sky
Like butterfly or a nightingale
A parakeet or a white eagle
All I want is to fly around.

I wish to feel the wind against my face,
Want to chew the milk white clouds
I just wish to kiss the moon...
Stay with the gulls hovering the waves

That first dew drops as soft as silk ,

feel against my skin with the cool breeze around.

Pitter patter falls the rain drops,

wetting the earth for a new lease of life.

The peacocks around merrily dance about

swaying to the rythm of the falling drops

the animals around just hide about -

to escape the lash of the silvery drops !

Lo! i wish i dance with joy ,

splashing around the puddles just like a child.

I wish to just runaway .

Away and away and far away I just want to run away!
Run away from the madding crowd..
Run away from the world of white lies,
World of miseries born for selfish goals.

Just to live one moment sinless, so nice;
swaying to the tune of the nature’s song of joy …
smiling till my dimples squeak so softly
Elated at living a day so nice .
a day just mine and only mine!

Runaway …
I want to runaway!

Photo courtesy - getty images

2008-05-31T04:36:00.007-04:00

Missing beats and a peep to what i wanna be soon ..... - just tagged !XHhad tagged me .

So this is how I take it.

The tag was to write what are the 10 things I miss in my life right now , and what are the 10 things I want to achieve in 10 years !

My Missing beats?-

1.It will be always my school days - the time i spent with my best buddies at KSMHSS .... they are just the best time i have been blessed with ..

2. I miss being with Gren and dava , holding their hands and walking through the corridors , crying, laughing , playing pranks , talking , hugging.. oh my i cant even think now without tears ..... the others , small chats with friends during lunch and intervals prince, balram ....so many meets to just see Arasi down in her 10th class, the passing papers and pens during class hour....

3. The small fights and games i used to play as kid with my dear bro .. sri ..(well we still have fun but then it was different !)

4.playing swing :) slides and see saw :D i know i can play now but then again i wouldnt be stared at earlier as a kid as how i ll b if i play now he he ..

5.miss eating jothy aunty's dosas - crispy hot with gren and me eating from same plate ..

6.i miss waving to dava from the bus struggling hard to get hold of the corner seat in school bus to see her cute face at her window .

7. roaming around with friends along the lanes when we got the new cycle and later following the same with a new scooty :)

8.miss being with dhanu just reading Harry Potter , discussing who is what and how things have been explained .. during class hours !

9.miss betsy and her talks , combined studies , arguments with dhanu and leels.

10. yes during younger days my visit to forest near my school secretly to pick tamarinds(ssssssssssssh.. my mouth just waters!!! even when i think of that sourness .. actually the only sour thing i have had .. :))- it was when i was in my 1st 2nd and all :) so imagine how dangerous to walk to outskirt forest near school ..

actually i am happy with my life - the only thing i miss is my school life during my days at KSMHSS... XH( u have brought back those fond memories of school life by making me write it )btw i find it hard to call u XH :) .I loved my college life for the wonderful time with Betsy, dhanu and Leels ..

i have mentioned these in a random order there is no ranking :) on what i miss 1st..

About a decade from now ....

Well apart from all the work and career stuff and general family stuff i wish i could do some very silly and yet special close to heart stuff-can be called childish dreams....

1.Learn all instruments :) at least should play one simple song. posses at least a few instruments of my choice.

2.Travel around the world - travel all places - every small location ..

3.Learn photography and posses all best cams :)

4.Sing and write lyrics and hence bring out a bestseller album :D (hehe i know too much ambitious but yes i wish )
5.Yes most important - dont know if i can but just seriously wish i lend my voice for my idol-ARR's venture at least 7 of them and yes a duet with Him ! and Sonu/Shaan and Karthik :D

6.Go on a world trip with Gren and dav :) and yes families included ..

7.write one book at least ?? or poetry ?? hmm dekthe hain
8.Want to drive a long way to places around ..
9.Achieve career plans:)
10.learn many languages :)

Well i have just mentioned only those few small sounding silly (SSS) ideas/dreams/wishes here ...
hope i have taken the tag right ..
I want to tag my
dearest Pri !
Shiva
Rajneesh
Rags

:) take care
Adios!

Photo courtesy - getty images !

2008-05-27T10:52:00.008-04:00

INNOCENCE

Writhing in pain she lay on the bed,
Her body was all wet with the sweat pouring out,
Hands squeezed the worn out quilt,
Roughness scratching her tender palms.

Tears running down her now hidden eyes,
she screamed with all her strength,
God ... she yelled, for it was her labour day.
The doctors rushed and soon it was time.

There in bed, they operated out,
painted over in blood a lovely little baby
The tiny blessing was now crying,
A cry so special, for it was-welcomed with rejoice!

The nurse bathed it clean and wrapped it up,
her mommy now tired, yet smiling so clear.
Happiness was written all over her face,
for she was now donning a new role in life.

The role of a mother, the role so divine.

The bundle of joy was crying beside,
mother embraced her close to her heart.
The touch of love and the warmth of care,
It now cuddled cosy, right beside.

The innocence lit in its face,
in its eyes and the lovely smile.
The yearning for its mothers presence,
only spoke one language,
The language of love and of innocence.

Every moment the baby grew,
Its cry and laughter just brought joy.
The heart and sould remained just unblemished.

Days just flew by and every second,
seemed to disappear with just a wink.
The baby now could walk; wading about the crowd around;
The honeyed voice seemed senseless blabbers,
Yet conveying thoughts- angelic and cute.

With many moons gone, she turned a toddler,
Naughty with twin tails, she ran around,
Creating hell, with her mischief’s aplenty.
But the broken vase and the scattered mirror
Did not bring noise but just all joy!
For it was all innocence and truth to its side,
That helped all smile despite the many devils!

This innocence remains only for a while.
With time - and the lessons learned the hard way
The child in her seems to die, to lose and, shy away.

The innocence is lost in the beauty of this horrid world.
The lilly-white fades in the yearning to earn , and to learn
The good and evil present around,
subtly killing the divinity within!

This innocence, the root for love, for truth and the divine.
Seem to just fade in this world so wide!

How I wish we could preserve at least
A little innocence within our hearts,
Even with time, we could remain-
Just as lovely as the newborn child….

2008-05-22T14:41:00.005-04:00

Mehrbaan lyrics - from movie ADA .

I have got yet another lyrics of an amazing track by Rahman , the movie is ADA
Singer and Music composer -A.R.Rahman
Lyricist -Raqueeb alam
Track - Mehrbaan (Kindness/Mercy)

Tu Hai Zabaan, Main Hoon Bayaan
Tu Hai Neha, Main Hoon Haya - 2 Times

Tere Bina Main Hoon Be Zameen,
Tere Bina Main Be Aasma - 2 Times

Tu Hai Nadiyaan, Main Hoon Sangam
Tu Naya Saal, Main Pehla Mausam - 2 Times

Tere Bina Main Hoon Be Zameen,
Tere Bina Main Be Aasma,
Tere Bina Main Hoon Be Zameen,
Tere Bina.....

Meherbaan - 5 Times (While Humming)

Tu Hai Sana, Main Hoon Ana
Tu Hahteli, Main Hoon Heda - 2 Times

Aaj Elaan Yeh Kar Denge, Hum Ek Hai Ek Rahenge
Jo Aajaye Koi Toofan , Kabhi Raah Se Hum Nah Hathenge
Is Berangi Duniya Ko, Pyar Se Hum Rang Denge
Wafa Ka Diya Jalayenge, Har Ghar Mein Noor Bahenge

Tu Hai Nazar, Main Nazara
Tu Hai Sagar, Main Kinara
Tu Hai Zabaan, Main Hoon Bayaan
Tu Hai Neha, Main Hoon Haya
I just wanted to share this with you . Take care. Yes another new album is out thoda pyar thoda magic music by Shankar Ehsaan Loy

Hope you enjoy that also . Well guys please dont mind that the last two posts are just about music .. its all cos , music is the way of life ... so best music when out needs to be shared .
Take care !Buneas Noches !:)

2008-05-21T14:50:00.010-04:00

Ada, Jaane tu ya Jaane na -ham tho hain dono pe fida !

Wow!
The Wizard is back .. now with a double dhamaka ..
two releases at a time - ADA and Jaane Tu ya Jaane na ..
The music is just amazing . Must hear for people who love Music and yes
of course the man - ARR himself .
how can me and my bro - both a ARR craze - die hard fans be not hear this new track -it s simply great to hear his music .
please do listen to both the albums .

Jaane tu ya Jaane na is a movie by a debut director Abbas tyrewala , produced by Aamir (again a fav) introducing his nephew Imran with Genelia as a lead pair . There are 7 songs
Every track has some best feeling about it , yes of course Kabhie kabhie , Pappu cant dance and Tu bolo are great followed by the rest . and be sure it will grow on you the more you hear ..

Ada has some 10 tracks in all , of which one is an instrumental of the Mehrbaan track and one is that ishq ada in male and female seperate tracks .

Must say ARR's voice has given the best one- Meherbaan .. its great . Only one seems to be lost out that Udit's song , and another tu meri hai .. seems to be ok ok .. rest amazing ones ..
that tu mera hai is good but seems to be average and something familiar . ie all .
anyways its grea t to hear this genius .. Please listen to the track .

By the way , Jaane tu ya jaane na's - Kabhie kabhie and Tu bole mein boloon lyrics is here ..
great lyrics too ..thought will share .

This is Kabhi Kabhi aditi from Jaane tu ya jaane na .-Rashid Ali is the singer , Abbas Tyrewala s the lyricist . .

Kabhi kabhi aditi zindagi me yu hi koi apna lagta hai…
Kabhi kabhi aditi wo bichad jaye to ek sapna lagta hai…
Aise me koi kaise apne aasuon ko behne se roke…
Aur kaise koi soch de evrythings gonna b ok...

Kaibhi kabhi to lage zindgi me rahi na khushi aur na maza…
Kabhi kabhi to lage har din mushkil aur har pal ik saza…
Aise me koi kaise muskuraye aur has de khush hoke..
Aur kaise koi soch de evrythigns gonna b ok…

Soch zara jaane jana tujh ko hum kitna chahte hain…
Rote hain hum bhi agar teri aakhon me aasun aate hain…
Gaana to aata nahi hai magar fir bhi hum gaate hain..

Hey aditi maan kabhi kabhi sare jahan me andhera hota hai…
Lekin raat ke bad hi savera hota hai…

Kabhi kabhi aditi zindagi me yu hi koi apna lagta hai…
Kabhi kabhi aditi wo bichad jaye to ek sapna lagta hai…
Hey aditi has de has de has de has de has de has de tu zara…
Nahi to bas thoda thoda thoda thoda thoda thoda muskura…

Tu khush hai to lage ki jahan me chayi hai khushi…
Suraj nikle badlon se aur baaten zindgi…
Sun to zara madhosh hawa tujhse kehne lagi…
Ke aditi hoth bichadte hi ek nai me din fir mil jate…
Ki aditi jaane tu ya jaane na phool fir khil jaate hain…

Kabhi kabhi aditi zindagi me yu hi koi apna lagta hai…
Kabhi kabhi aditi wo bichad jaye to ek sapna lagta hai…
Hey aditi has de has de has de has de has de has de tu zara…
Nahi to bas thoda thoda thoda thoda thoda thoda muskura…

Hey aditi has de has de has de has de has de has de tu zara…
Nahi to bas thoda thoda thoda thoda thoda thoda muskura…

Tu bole - Rahman himself has done this track lyricist is the director himself .

Tu bole Glass adha Khali, mein bolu adha bhara --
Mein Bolu kithna saara, tu bole zara zara --
Mein bolu din hai tho, tu bole raat nahi --
baat tho wahin hain na, bas wahi baat nahi --
baat tho hai bas yahi ke, meri baat bas
Jaane tu jaane tu ya jaane na! --
maane tu maane tu ya maane na! (2) --
Tu soche zindagi hai , yeh na badlegi kabhi --
mein sochu sab badaltha hai, tu na badalegi kabhi --
mein sochu tu hi tu, mera koi aur nahi --
tu soche mein hu tera, bas tera koi aur nahi --
koi aur ho ya na ho , tu hai mein hu bas --
Jaane tu jaane tu ya jaane na! --
maane tu maane tu ya maane na! (2)
I dont have any other lyrics - got just the two so thought will share .Hope you liked it ,Enjoy !They are just lovely meaningful lyrics !Take care , Adios !

2008-05-15T14:55:00.004-04:00

Bachpana !

Hey all !
Hope you guys had a great weekend . Mine was just ok .. was feeling a kinda low .. so came to check blogs .. yup checked pris blog and remembered this link .. so time pass test ... took these tests as i had told pri earlier that i decided to post the results here .. :) so unicorn and gryffindor.. i cant just stop smiling now for am in my fav house - the Potter house !(yup !am a potter fanatic!).
And hey pri i guess we have the same choice of place .. :) Paris!!!

What Animal Were You In Your Past Life?
	You were unicorn. You were mysterious and noble. You have fairytale traits, and other people can only dream in envy. Your nature is completely impossible to decipher and behind all that, you know that you shine bright, for only the luckiest people get the chance to know you.
Find Your Character @ BrainFall.com

What City Should You Live In?
	You should live in Paris. The city of lights will appeal to your appreciation of beauty and romance. You are a lover and a poet by nature, and Paris' sensitive charms will be a perfect match for yours.
Find Your Character @ BrainFall.com

Then here comes my most favourite .Yuppieeeeeee I have been selected to the Gryffindor !!:);)he he .. (bachpana hai - par acha lag raha hai!)

Which Hogwarts House Would You Be In?
	You would be in Gryffindor. You are bold, passionate, and brave. You have a highly-defined sense of right and wrong, and you are not afraid to speak your mind or fight for what you want.
Find Your Character @ BrainFall.com

Which Disney Princess Are You?
	You are Jasmine. You are loyal and would visit the ends of the earth for what you believe. You would never let obstacles stand in the way of true love.
Find Your Character @ BrainFall.com

Thanks
cya !
have a great week ahead .

2008-05-15T03:20:00.006-04:00

Is your scorecard balanced?

In management there happens to be a term or a concept called A balanced Scorecard also known the BSC. It is used to check whether the small scale operational activities of a company or an organization are in lieu with that of the vision and the final objectives of the company as a whole. This concept started way back in 1987.

Now, I was reading about this balanced scorecard, I thought how true is it to our real life way. Actually I felt we could look at 4 perspectives in life for each one of us. (Actually in the BSC they have used four perspectives or process to work out the card)

They are –YOU, WE, THEM AND THE REST-THE UNIVERSE.

You – it means just the you, your health, the knowledge you have gained, your learning, your style, your thoughts. All these small- small things do matter for making the you. The habits you adapt, you follow, the way you talk, the way you treat others, the way you behave all that leaves a mark within yourself – i.e. the final you. It in turn means your conscience.

We – It is you and your family , close kins , close friends, the relatives , siblings , the best buddies and all who help you , who live with you , for you and in some way or other have been through your ups and downs. So it does matter how you treat them, how you repay them, how you love them and how you place them in your heart- more than just placing in heart that needs to reflect in action too, the behavior ultimately reflects in them, their living. You need to work with your family and friends by sharing both joy and sorrow, supporting mentally, financially and physically at hard times and being there to watch all smiles at times of joy. Hence it s a team work – that is why I call it “WE”

Them – the them includes that place where you live, the society, the neighbours, people may be strangers who walk past you, the chaikada owner where you have your lonely morning tea, the rickshaw man whom you bargained with to be dropped at your place, the bus drivers, shopkeepers, the sabjiwala, and yes, leave them all even the small cute kid who had entertained you while on a train journey. The way you treat them , the way you care for them be it even for a min all does adds on to your scorecard of moulding a good and pure self .

It is rightly said, if you want to be loved, love –Si vis amavi, ama!

The Rest – that is the universe-I strongly believe every living being has God within, even the non living things when treated with respect does respond back to our thoughts... Else how can there be sensible air conditioners which work adjusting to human body ;) well I know that’s different but it is said even stones can go soft with love. So the rest of the world , the universe- that is the nature , the animals , birds , trees , plants and the entire world , the millions of people – both good and bad all reflect to us the way we treat them .

We shower love, we show concern, we work for the betterment surely we can make a difference to at least one person on earth, and then I am sure our score card will get balanced for good!!! Hope I do that soon at least make something better for somebody at least.

Humanism is the ONE RELIGION the ONE FAITH that binds every other man of every other and faith on earth. – for there it is bound only by love , care and affection. Aint it??

So how far are your score cards balanced??
See ya ! Have great days!
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2008-05-06T14:22:00.008-04:00

Cold blooded murders - Are we waging war against God?

There was shocking news I happened to read today, actually these may be the news we have been hearing all these days. Girl children, thrown away, abandoned, killed, aborted and what not!
Earlier it was like the parents aborted the child in the womb if they knew it was of the " female species" !!!
Well so they stopped revealing the gender in most hospitals . Now the thing is they abandon, kill, leave or never care about a baby girl once she falls in to their hands! (Oops for them its head since they take these kids as burden!)
Then why have babies at all yaar !

One can at least try pacifying ones mind that a father /male would prefer a son instead of a girl for various reasons, but what about the ladies, so called mothers who deliver the baby after carrying them within them for long …how are they able to throw away these small children without any heart?
Today’s Times of India, Chennai edition had news as “12 babies abandoned in 4 months in Salem and Govt has decided to adopt more cradle baby system! Of these 12 babies 10 were small born babies and among them 1 died without blooming to see the world!

Are we living amidst Murderers ????

One of the babies I read had been thrown inside a well, just after its birth, and now has been rescued by the authorities were it was amidst the thorny bushes in the well. Now it’s battling for recovery from the harsh wounds and scars!!! Sheesh ... I can’t even imagine. How cruel !

There are people who remain childless and yearn for a child whom they can care for and love and who later on embrace them support them and care for them during their old days. There are a few more who have children but unhealthy and they fight throughout their life to protect and help the child survive despite the odds. Children are supposed to be another face of Gods, are we on a war against the Gods, especially the ones who are of female species?? (Btw so are mothers, another form of God ... but why are they harsh as this?)

Now you may wonder why I say, We - its not you or me who is doing such cruel act but we are left to watch such acts and I think we need to do something, like may be bring in rules, more vigil, strict laws, "educate" by all sense ... by educate its not just someone who knows to sign their name or read and execute a will!!!!!

I know this will take a long time to slowly evade off but how many more are to be brutally murdered?

There was yet another news about the change of children in a hospital and even the person who knows has given birth to the baby girl do not want her! Both the families claimed the boy baby. Why girls come with a tag price eh??

It may be a fact that every other day there are "N" number of women across the world who are harassed mentally , physically ,raped ,murdered and yes exploited... Now the same state is for children too. Such a brutal behaviour is meted out to even babies also just because they are girls !

The root cause for all this is “poverty", corruption, lack of proper law, lack of education, basic needs, it can go on and on ... its a big problem by itself. But then when someone knows there are such problems why marry in, why have kids and why kill them and don’t care for them???

What a shame, where are we heading to good or the worse?

The World definitely is much lovelier than what it is … but why kill this divinity, why torture this beauty, why shame the Gods?

Adios

Sorry folks i am not able to provide the link for these news , i had happened to read them in Times of India , The Hindu newspapers ... Please do check for more details

2008-04-29T05:22:00.005-04:00

LI(EA)VE IT LIGHT!

We live in a world that teaches us many a thing right from the time of our birth. This world is beautiful, good and lovely place to be in. At the same time it is surely treacherous, dangerous and difficult place to be in too. Why because the human relations, the bond is never the same for the heart and thought of a man (also a woman, man is a generalized statement). So imagine when we live amidst different – individuals with very different graphs in thoughts and heart, there surely will be bitter and sweet moments to cherish. Now when people have sweet moments to cherish; they love to share the happiness with others and enjoy the moment .But what happens when the heart is heavy, hurt and bad? Not all of us share or speak it out, it could be for anything say miscommunication, misunderstanding, fear some loss, some bad memory of the past etc. Some cry but how long and when in front of others they prefer not to share their state. But this really kills the joy of living.

Speak out your heart to some one at least, one person or a thing. this is life and living this journey every moment we need to lighten up our hearts and thoughts so that life doesn’t get heavy to live , it remains very easy to carry both our memories within.

I don’t know why I need to talk or write on this, but then this is a very essential thing one needs to know, or practice. Share all your thoughts , share your heart not necessarily with people or so but at least just let that out of ones heart ., like say as stories , poems , letters , diary and what not . Talk out to the walls, the trees and the stars to lighten up your heart.
This helps in being more clear , yet sometimes yes when the problems are seemingly more strong , more convincing ( why I say problems are convincing – it’s if problems or challenges we face tend to ascertain in us that we cant come out of it any time!) then we tend to feel so lost and tired of this very interesting journey.

Never keep things within yourself. if you feel that it s something that cant be shared to anyone -even friends(best ones) or parents or sisters or brothers at least share or talk out to the walls , the trees , flowers , if you trust God then to him , pen , paint, or sing and dance … this really works .... and if you are lucky and have a pet then even better!
Well am I not right?
Hope this post did help you feel a lil light at heart!
Take care
See ya …

Photo courtesy - getty images !

2008-04-23T14:05:00.007-04:00

.The Flower .

I am born anew, spirits high up,
I watch the sun, smiling brightly at me.
I know I live just for the day, yet the smile I don
lies so perfect in my face.
I dance, I nod, and I wink all in merry ;
I spread the fragrance, just like that in the breeze !
I know none would forget me here
for the mark i leave is always so dear.

I am a flower , the symbol of love,
A beacon of faith and of hope

Though it’s just a day, it’s my only day
The one day when I can truly love the world ;
The one day I can be smiling all along.
I thank the stars , i thank the lords,
Thank one and all for I have been given a day .
A day for me to spread love and peace,
A day for me to be happily free.
I share my love as nectar to few,
As fragrance i share my happiness too.
My mirth is shared as colours to few,
sharing all what is good to the world so huge.

I am a flower, the symbol of love.,
A beacon of faith and of hope!

There they come to kiss me fine ,
wish me luck and bade me bye .
A few so lovely as the coloured flies ,
a few as cute as that little child .
Some capture me in frames , posing beside
yet a lot pick me to paint their rooms.
A few of them crush me aside ,
Some who never see, some who never smile.
yet i smile ; for that's my way,

Oh friend , i am a flower , the symbol of love
a beacon of faith ....
and ;of hope.

*~*
All contents © copyright Meenu rights reserved.

Photo courtesy - getty images !

2008-04-16T13:57:00.005-04:00

Thanks to all special hearts for now i am two !

Hello all , I invite you all for my birthday party today .
Venue : My home sweet home @ http://ideasnet.blogspot.com/.
Time :the whole day and even night ! ;) -April 17th 00 Hrs - 11:59 pm !

P.S : Those who forget and want to say belated wishes are allowed even after that . no time limit ! Gifts are welcome ! :D

About me !

I am ideasnet .blogspot.com . My owner is Ms.Meenu.

Born on April 17th 2006, i turn 2 today . Wow ! Its my birthday . I am very happy to have shared all my thoughts in this lovely world . Every time , you visit me and pen comments for what i say , i feel happy that you have coloured my space , i loved it . i love colours and i love the way you colour it so please continue doing so ......
Thanks in advance !

Why ideas net ? what is in name , well so many asked me and i guess just like any other baby i was never asked before being named for they thought i am a kid who knows not a thing ! And i because of my little knowledge give explanations like Ideas knitted like a net is what my name stands for .. well at least i guess so . :)

After a long time , as a part of growth , i have changed the way i looked . i have as you could say tried shaping my looks and tried keeping up with the trend :D he he ... As i read somewhere "Change is the only thing constant in the world" i loved the change i have been through. I loved this make over .Of course i was as tensed as you , when you go for a facial or a haircut !

I loved it when someone compliments me for how i think, present and live in this space.And I thank each one of you for the special comments on how i share my thoughts and how good are they ! I hope i get to talk to all of you more and more , more often than usual and of course all what makes sense!

Time is a very fast train and just like Geet* missed hers i have missed many the same many times and have not been punctual and i regret ! Of course my adventures through these 2 years have been pleasant ,but as i am now 2 , i know more words than i had in the past and i surely will use to contribute the best always . i wish from this year i contribute such that those who visit my net ! ideas net, leave happy , cheerful and with more thoughts to ponder or think about ! I wish to make a difference .. a difference to atleast one life !Unlike every other two years i know now that " i have learnt a lot more than i wished for "

Time has taken me through a long rugged road , and yes equally beautiful smooth path that i have now learnt " life is not all a bed of roses" .As Tom Uncle** said , "Life' s like a box of chocolates, you never know what you get :) . and i have been lucky to get some sweet wonderful blogger friends as you . I can see you smile there,... yes this is what melts my heart ! :)

Thanks for the care and concern . I thank each of you for this support and i wish the support remain for ever ... Thanks ! And keep dropping by and make my day .. by painting my space!...

And hey thanks for being present for the party!

Note !

*-Geet from Jab We met movie

**-Tom uncle - Tom Hanks - Forrest Gump !

Every day is special in its own way , but tomorrow is even special .Yes , my blog turns 2 ... two years , exactly . Thanks to all big generous ,great ,hearts for having helped me continue decently :)All with theencouragement of the great bloggers out there , my humblest thanks to all good people out there ! .

Yours truly,
Meenu !

2008-04-15T14:18:00.006-04:00

A Dream within a dream ....

One most important thing is that one needs to think or see the world in the eyes of a child ... imagination beyond our thoughts could think ! .Yes logical , pragmatic and systematic needs to be the adult thinking .. but then as children one is more open to things that can add more fun and joy to the colours of life .. Well may be that is why they say ignorance is a bliss !
why am i telling this eh ??

Well i penned a poem .. a stupid may be .. but it was penned - rather half penned long back in school .. i re worked on it .. more of a dream as a kid .....
What i had written here is a very truth, its about reading, Reading helps one think more , think better and think different ...

A Dream within a dream

The morning dew has settled on the leaves,

The little birdies now on their job,

The thousand rays of the mighty sun,

Slowly crept in through the crevice on the door.

It seemed just another day,

A day to work and day to tire

But there I woke up to see my bed

All set and all in wonders

Magic it was I could call,

There were stars high up the roof,

Teddies strewn all around

With many a book on the floor.

A red little dwarf was standing beside

Dressed in lovely red and white.

He bowed down with a lovely smile

His Santa hat hitting my thigh,

I sat alarmed, wondering where am I?

He then yelled out a good morning,

His voice was all shrill and hoarse,

Yet he bore a sweet good smile,

With his eyes twinkling as he spoke.

I still looked perplexed that; there-

I sat in my own room yet I was seeing

All strange things; things I never ever knew!

He walked towards the corner of my room

Picked up dresses I had never seen!

Long skirts with frilled lace, shining stones

Gracing the neck,

Dresses in pink, in white and blue,

All I knew was they looked cool!

He held a pair of best cut shoes

Dainty that they matched my suit,

I sat there wondering amazed,

Was I now a princess from the sky?

Handing me a big bunch of gifts

All wrapped in silvers and gold’s

I opened them one by one.

Still puzzled at who he was?

The teddies around now I saw,

Were all sitting just like in class

There were so many stuffed toys

A few were lions, and few bunnies

A few doggies to cuddle up and sleep.

Still in my thoughts I opened up the wraps

They were heavy to hold at least,

I placed them down and unwrapped

To see the lovely hard bound books.

All Enid Blytons and All Nancy drew’s,

Hardy boys and narayan too!

The Britannica’s sat nearby,

Alice in Wonderland was amidst the pile.

I still looked amazed at the dwarf,

He just blinked and smiled with warmth.

He promised me all good things

To follow my dreams in a world so wide!

I smiled and thanked the good old dwarf,

The teddies out there and the heaven so far

I still brimmed with my heart so high,

For there I saw many more lay piled.

Gifts; Gifts in pink and in blue,

Some with stars and some all gold!

There were gifts big and small,

There were few which I loved to have,

There were plenty hidden amidst the toys …

I smiled to see a small little girl,

A girl so young, a girl of the past

Lo! It was me in my reflections I saw,

I then knew I had seen my own past!

The dwarf was a character from the stories I had read ,

What I had imagined , whom I hero worshipped

Like a genie from the lamp ,from the books

i had got . I knew those toys

All had a heart , a heart very warm .

Read as much as you like ,

Read till you travel far and wide

Not just in reality , but in thoughts

Thoughts as pure as white.

A sweet little dream out from the books,

The books I loved, those I read,

I have seen a dream within a dream

A dream of innocence, a dream of joy!

Image courtesy- Getty images !

Thanks ! Adios ....

2008-04-10T14:17:00.003-04:00

A brand new start , a brand new look ... now wishing each one of you a Happy Vishu !

Welcome to a the latest version of ideas net !
A brand new look , a total make over ..
Yes , i accept after days of hibernation, all because of my work, i am now back to a kind of normal blogging . and this makeover was also due to work !
how come ? well , was free at office and as the saying goes " make hay while the sun shines" , i used the time to rework on my blog and this is the result . Do let me know the feedback ..

Anyways now wishing each one of you a wonderful , peaceful and happy new year ...
tamil new year on 13th April 2008 and a wonderful and lovely Vishu for all those from the God's own country - 14th April 2008 !

Take care
God Bless

Adios !
Yours truly ...

2008-04-07T02:28:00.007-04:00

Am Tagged !

Yes , i was actually making some theme to post and i saw my name tagged in pria's blog ! http://prsrblog.blogspot.com/. So now answering her tag !
Hope this is ok priya :)

1.LAST MOVIE YOU SAW IN A THEATRE:

Last one i watched was Taare Zameen Par . else everything i watch is at home! same pinch pri :)

2. WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING?

Reading "Detective" - Arthur Hailey

3. FAVORITE BOARD GAME?

Love Scrabble and Chess.Of course these days the word it self seems to trigger nostalgic memories :)

4. FAVORITE MAGAZINE?

these days it is Frozen thoughts and Business Today etc. and yes i still love Chandamama and Tinkle :) as a kid i loved Chandamama , Amarchitra kadha , Balarama, poombatta and tinkle .

5. FAVORITE SMELLS?

Sandal , jasmine , rose, champak flower and so on.. actually all flowers . these were special .

6. FAVORITE SOUND?

violin , guitar , flute, drums,piano :)babies laughter , wind , birds,rain !

7. WORST FEELING IN THE WORLD?

Losing memories of the self and remaining helpless ..

8. WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU THINK OF WHEN YOU WAKE?

If its weekday - Oh god , i woke up late , gotta rush to office !!!
else other time say on holidays i think what do i for the day ?

9. FAVORITE FAST FOOD PLACE?

the ones near my place - Hot Chips !

10. FINISH THIS STATEMENT. "IF I HAD A LOT OF MONEY I’D...?

I will use it wisely for someones good .

11. DO YOU SLEEP WITH A STUFFED ANIMAL?

I love to !

12. STORMS-COOL OR SCARY?

cool - Love the wind to lash on my face .. yes if it causes perils then would prefer not :)

13. WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST CAR?

Nothing yet , would love to posses a ferrari and a BMW!
I can dream na !

14. FAVORITE DRINK?

H2O , Tender cocunut and fresh juices

15. FINISH THIS STATEMENT, "IF I HAD THE TIME I WOULD...

Join music class, dance class and yes also instruments ,read even more books ,paint, think... spend time for myself ! :)

16. DO YOU EAT THE STEMS ON BROCCOLI?

nopes

17. IF YOU COULD DYE YOUR HAIR ANY COLOR, WHAT WOULD BE YOUR CHOICE?

pink and blue !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! he he
i know i am weird even for imagination.but i can imagine nothing wrong in it !

18. NAME ALL THE DIFFERENT CITIES/TOWNS YOU HAVE LIVED IN.

India - i have lived my life so far in Kerala and Tamil Nadu -
Palakkad , Trichur , TVM, EKM , CBE , TNJ, Singaara Chennai !!!

19. FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH?

Gymnastics, swimming , football , cricket - if india plays a one day intl sure esp if Sachin is there !!!

20. ONE NICE THING ABOUT THE PERSON WHO SENT THIS TO YOU.

Lovely human with wonderful thoughts... in a very short word if i were to describe her it is " Sweetheart" .

21. WHAT'S UNDER YOUR BED?

nothing .

22. WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE BORN AS YOURSELF AGAIN?

Hmmm ... not really . Would love to have some change!

23. MORNING PERSON, OR NIGHT OWL?

Hmm its important to wake up in morn na .. well i would say 20-80( morning and night owl respy)

24. OVER EASY, OR SUNNY SIDE UP?

Sunny side up !

25. FAVORITE PLACE TO RELAX?

home sweet home

26. FAVORITE PIE?

not sure - actually i didnt get the question ! :D

27. What is my Favourite ICE CREAM FLAVOR?

Chocolate , butterscotch , pistachio .. well actually i love icecreams but i dont eat them:(

Thanks
Take care. and nice tag it was !

2008-04-05T02:25:00.004-04:00

The first Flight!

Hello World !
its been more than a month since i have written some thing - yes many reasons , not justifiable .. i know i know but now , i am back after long time .
Lot is there in mind to talk , to share to shout out .. !
Now i have to share this poem , i wrote this seeing the picture on which the words are there , the picture of the beautiful sky with lovely clouds.
For a normal person , this picture might just seem to be normal again. A blue sky that has scattered clouds !
Well scientifically , the clouds are altocumulus kind of clouds*(hope i am right !)
which mean high heaped clouds .
This picture was taken by one of my friend( my colleague) on her 1st trip to Singapore. This was her first flight and i imagined how one must have felt on their trip like this. This picture was an inspiration for me to pen this so called poem !Do enjoy !

Thanks . take care
and hey Wish all those who celebrate Ugadhi a Happy Ugadhi ..
even for others who dont :) !
Have a great weekend !

2008-02-15T03:24:00.005-05:00

VALENTINE'S SURPRISE - AM BACK AGAIN- ALL SMILES AND ROSES!

Dear All ,
I am back again . Holidays are essential .. well sometimes it happens there could be some breaks that comes due to circumstances. I have changed my job so now I am with a different company so the travel to the place of work and home always takes most of my time so the rest I will spend reading , music and of course writing ( couldn’t log in on to blog though L) and family.

So slowly I realised I need to get back J too much of any thing is good for nothing hai na :D he he .So I have decided to post atleast once in a week or once in 2 weeks :D now please note I have not promised only decided :D
Hope things are going great for all of you .And yes belated happy valentines day wishes ..Yes I am sure many cupid arrows should have come your way :D enjoy and yes see to it you don’t get hurt .:D

Now 1st post after 50 days !!! bingo am on a half century L well actually its saddenning to note that the blog has been sleeping like a kumbakarna L hmm .. well hope I give it work a t least once a week !

So what do I have to write about ?
Valentine's day ???

A day for lovers ???
A day for people to show how much they love their beloved??
Well every day is a day to show how much does one care , how much does one love and think about the other , be it their friend , parents , siblings spouse , relatives , children or what ever be it .
It is a day to show or say I care for you , I think about you .
Probably this day marks the day of St.Valentine and hence we do such to at least express the thoughts and heart to our loved ones. ( we do see protests for this .. so strange people cant be happy even on one single day ?? ) marketing heads try exploiting this but still this does serve the purpose for those who are busy throughout and try using a chance to express their love for their loved ones.

But it would be better if each one of us could live every day as lovely as this :) sharing both joy and sorrow and building bonds of trust , faith , love and care!

First before I go on to write on this topic , I want to wish the entire world ,love , peace and happines.. always.

I want to say my parents that I love them very much for all what they have done and been doing and are doing and yes will do ! I want to say wish my brother – younger sri – for all the wonderful moments we have been together , we have fought together and have had fun.

I want my friends out there since school to know I love them for what they are for what they have made me . some special names I want to mention – since 3rd standard – till now.I want to say my love to all my best friends,and other friends who have been with me through thick and thin.This includes my best friends and buddies from Kamala Subramaniam school , tanjore , the school at Trivandrum , Coimbatore and College at Chennai !

Dava, Grenny , Betsy, Dhanu , Adi, Prince, Neha, Balram ,Ajmal ,Arasi, Sandy, Divu(calicut)Sanjeev, Prer, Gerald , Madhu, Dhivya,Ram, Radha , sridevi , navneet, nilu, minu ,deepa(my sis ),gladys, manu ,gokul, santhosh,Sreeja, arthi , shiva (rakhi bro),akshara(my younger sis )and anish, the entire set of vcmcs 11 devils,juniors and my sterling team. I wish to thank my blog friends – Deepak gopi, pria, shiva , known stranger, sudhakar, ramu , amritha and many …. .

I hope I have not forgotten to mention any one. If so please excuse me either I wold have forgotten to type here or overlooked !

I want to thank and wish my teachers . especaially swarna miss for her love for us . we are still in touch. I wish thank my gurus – from both college and office – special mention to my 1st boss Sam Jebadoss Samuel , trainer Ravi Shivram and Hema madam for all their teachings and blessings !

I also wish to thank every other stranger ihave met on earth - for being in some way instrumental in teaching me something very essential for life.

I want to thank my present team at Fresh and Honest . especially to the person whom I have mentioned about here since I share my bay with her and also I am new to the place ( one month old :D), and the rest of them -the HR team , marketing finance and of course all the HOD's for being so warm and taking me as one among them!

In my new organisation there is a girl who is very active and cherubic.Her name is Manju Biju -Fresh and Honest :) who handles the Admin which works in tandem with the HR team. She as he name goes she is very sweet .She cares for all , be it the employee or her own friends and family. She cares for the company and I see passion in her for whatever she does . well that is why she saw to it that she shared her concern and love just like every other day yesterday but of course with a rose – red rose to every individual employee from our office Fun club she heads ! I am sure it must have been her intiative to start the fun club and of course with the support from the organisation as such.

Now actually someone can say its no big deal , the company’s money and she s purchasing whats the big thing about that ?

Well she does that so beautifully that none can ever say it was just given for the sake of giving.

I should say , that all good wishes from every employee must have gone to her as blessings and good wishes that she was surprised by her loving hubby that very night with lovely gifts ! Of course most husbands or wives always do especially when they have been bonded by love- that’s choosing either as a partner for life would have been a individual own choice , just bonding minds which is beyond caste , creed and religion , countries.especially with the whole hearted acceptance from parents and again do note priorities change from people to people.

But then the fact that every concern and care one shows is always got back in two fold . tha’ts the nature of universe like it happened for her.I believe all good will happen to one who loves and cares truly for others.

I would like to share this mail . I got as a forward . It is about a story of a lady who was going by a car and got held /stuck at a highway late night. Her car’s tyre burst and she didn’t have a spare tyre also. Another car was passing by and the person in it saw that and stopped. He sensed her fear and stopped his old car . The lady was still looking worried for she felt he looked poor and hungry and since not one has stopped as of now, will he be approaching to attack her ? But he smiled and introduced himself as Bryan and asked her about the problem. He saw that there was no spare tyre with her and hence took his and refixed that on to her Mercedes.

She was so thankful that she offered him money as a token of gratitude . He replied back “do not pay me if at all you wish to repay me , do help someone in need, care for them and love them whenever you come across a person like that and think of me ! “
The lady smiled and thanked him and went back. She was old and anything could have happened if she was left all alone there at that highway. She stopped on the way to have a bite at a café. There the waitress came smiling and offered her towel to wipe her wet hair and served her choice .She was eversmiling and this lady noticed she was 8 months pregnant and yet didn’t show a tinge of strain on her face. The lady wondered how could someone be so good to a stranger? She then remembered Bryan!
The lady had her food and paid a 100 $ bill. The waitress went to get change but before that she slipped away. The waitress searched at her table and saw a napkin with that lady’s writing –

“You don't owe me anything. I have been there too. Somebody once helped me out, the way I'm helping you. If you Really want to pay me back, here is what you do:! Do not let this chain of love end with you.”
The waitress was standing with tears in her eyes, for inside the napkin was 300$ bill and she knew what it meant for her now .She returned home, she saw her husband sleeping. She knew how tough it was for them to work with a new arrival at home soon. She kissed him and said; “ I love you Bryan, all will be fine dear” He was still asleep…

So .. i end with as usual a verse on Love and life

Love all hate none...
for this is just one life
we have on earth , make it lovely
and beautiful as it can be ...
so enjoy every day as a day of love ...
smile so often that a heart melts :)
who knows what's in store and
live life as it comes!

With tons of love and prayer .. yours truly ,
Meenu !

2007-12-27T03:25:00.000-05:00

Sapna

Andheri raath , chand tho nahin tha
aasman mein
baadol ke beech lukka chuppi khel raha tha
woh apne duniya mein.
ek aawaz ne mujhe pukaara
chaunkkar uti , dhekne keliye
ki kaun yaad kiya hamein is
aadhi raath ko
Dheki idhar udhar
aankhon mein ujwal ke saath
doond tho bekaar nikla
kyun ki mila tho koi nahin !

surili aawaz phir se
gungunaayi apne dil mein
par woh saamne nahin thi

Kisi ke choone se ...
aankh kholi
tho paas baiti apni mummy ;)
(he he )
yeh tho khwaab raha
sirf sapne mein soch baiti
ki apsara aayi hai mujhe le jaane

haan yeh to apsara thi
ghar mein apni
meri pyaari maa

This is just a hindi poem .. a funny poem actually but then it actually means how sweet a mother is :) hope i could give that expression right!

take care

2007-12-25T13:47:00.000-05:00

The Gratitude

How could you,forget my face,
when i was there beside you
when always in need?

How could you know me not
when you could smile when
always in need?

Was i your friend so true by heart
or did i arise only when in need?

Did my name ever glide past,
those doors of your heart ?
Or did i ever smile when you
closed your eyes?

Ever did my cries reach thou ear?
Ever did my wails knock thou heart ?
Ever did my smiles brush apast ?

Was it all that thou knew me only in need?

I know for most thou love me not but
thou love me most ,when thou need me best
else i am just a stranger beside
waiting for an ungrateful heart to share a smile !

I know for sure you will remember me not.
yet my name will strike a chord,
to knock at my doors
when you have nowhere to go !

How did i know when you weeped so quietly ?
How did i care when you lost your mind?
Only time when i heard you call ,
was to lend you hand when in grief.

Where were you when thy called you for ?

Did your heart know that i was at your doors?
Did you feel my pangs for love?
Did your heart forget what was blessed?
Did you forget "gratitude"?
I know not ..for ;
I still wonder!

The Gift of Gratitude
Never forgetting to say "Thank You"
and never failing to mean it.

Well i do not mean to say .. that the use of word thank you is essential in all relationships . Among friends when this term is used most often it creates a feeling of some distance so this is avoided but at the same time when the time comes this has to be portrayed in some other means like being there when the friend is also in need. This is a way of showing ones concern and love.

Expectations need nt be there but then its the duty of the person to give back the thanks - which is a way of showing ones thanks to others. Even to God we have a Thanksgiving day . Gratitude is the best attitude
We need to thank God for all the Blessings He has showered even before we pray for our needs !

There is a small "doha" by Kabirdas, Hindi saint.
"dhuk mein sumiran sab karein, sukh mein karein na koi,
Jab dhuk mein sumiran karein dhuk kaahe ko hoi"

Here he says , we pray to God only when in danger and never do we thank him when we are happy .
So if we pray Him and Thank Him always, where will be unhappy ?

Same rule for the others - human beings . We have to be grateful to all our fellow human beings - be it parents , teachers, friends and even enemies :d for that matter for all what they have done for us and not just remember them for our selfish reasons.
In this poem , "I" denotes both God and also person - individual !

Hope you agree with me !
:)

A few quotes on gratitude !

At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person.
Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us-Albert Schweitzer

Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn't learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn't learn a little, at least we didn't get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn't die; so, let us all be thankful."Bhuddha

Don't pray when it rains if you don't pray when the sun shines.-Leroy [Satchel] Paige

Gratitude is the memory of the heart. ~Jean Baptiste Massieu

When our perils are past, shall our gratitude sleep? ~George Canning

O Lord, who lends me life, lend me a heart replete with thankfulness. --William Shakespeare

Let us be grateful to people who make us happy--they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. --Marcel Proust

Nothing more detestable does Mother Earth bear than an ungrateful man !

Thanks for all blogger friends who have patiently read my blogs and posted your valuable comments too !

I thank you all from the bottom of my heart amd look forward for another great year of blogging and living for all !
:)

I end with this quote

For each new morning with its light,
For rest and shelter of the night,
For health and food, for love and friends,
For everything Thy goodness sends.
~Ralph Waldo Emerson

2007-12-25T07:24:00.001-05:00

Wish you a merry christmas ! wish you a merry christmas .. i wish you all a wonderful christmas !!!

Wishing all people in the world a Wonderful and Merry Christmas !
Hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas today .. May the Lord Bless you all with all happiness and peace .. so that the journey forward will be great ... and will surely bless the earth !

Take care !
Adios Amigo !

2007-12-20T12:40:00.000-05:00

Blind thoughts , did i sleep off?

Walking down the streets ,
i stopped to see a girl
a girl with an extra hand ,
a hand that sees for her.

I walked beside her.
Smiling,I asked her
as to where did she wish to go
so that i can see for her?

The girl replied ,thanking me
saying it's God who brings
you people for us , I thank,
all those good hearts out here.

I smiled weakly saying,
"God is so special that He
surely will bless you all,
with a sight within you
that glows even in the dark" .

Conversation a while ,
she coneveyed the fact that
she was studying the ,
existence of our Golden past.

Her parents afar
she lived alone in this place,
living to keep her lamp ,
The lamp of knowledge
burning so bright ,
that will lighten up her visions
which lay hidden in the dark .

She then asked,
"Have you ever been to help someone like me ?"
I nodded ,yet taken aback
for there now was , that naked truth torn apart.

i know i have been good
but did i make a difference ?
did i do something great for them?
to feel so good ?

lost in my thoughts , i bade her good bye
as she reached her place

i turned to go ..
walking towards my destination ,
with my heart and soul thinking
did i ever make a difference.
Love and care , i did shower
but i really have many a miles to
go before i sleep that eternal sleep

This poem came across my mind , or rather this idea to pen this came across my mind after i had an experience today with a visually challenged young girl on the streets.
I was walking along Mylapore and i had to go to a place called "Warren road " .I started walking from Radhakrishnan salai(a street in Mylapore again) and was trying to hire an auto .

There was a girl walking in front who was visually challenged and was walking with the aid of her stick . i never noticed her and was just treading behind . She had to stop and walk ( I am sure you are aware of our "healthy" best roads!:( ).Then i noticed her "Challenge"( not a problem) .So assisted her till her point of destination (it was a bajji store:)) .She said she was pursuing her second year BA HISTORY ! from University , and she stayed in the hostel because her parents were at Trichy.
As i helped her she was thanking all the commom people who help her and she asked me "What have you done for people like me"?
I really wondered , was that someone making her ask ! * God Himself seemed to question !

I nodded yes i have then i thought did i really do anything much ?

Well by then she reached her point and then i started looking around for a way to reach Warrens road. As i saw an auto man , i asked him for the route and suddenly the customer in the auto a lady (of my mothers' age, pretty indeed) offered a lift since she was on her way to that place. I accepted and asked for the rate for sharing , She declined, nor did the auto man take and she bade me bye at my place smiling!

I thought , all my act of small kindness , It has been so beautifully returned .
I am NOT PROFESSING THAT DO GOOD ACTS EXPECTING A GOOD RETURN!! NEVER AT ALL. But what i wanted to throw light on is that every action is returned , every word of love we share , we will be loved more . So why are we selfish , hard and jealous etc.
We have to change - note We is just a term since it means those minds who are entangled in this viscious web of evil thoughts!

Thanks Have a great day ... ANd yes Bakrid wishes to all the people in the world and also wishing a Happy Christmas in advance.

2007-12-17T13:17:00.000-05:00

Random scribbles - that make you giggle !

For a change i think i wish to scribble all what i feel like for a few minutes :) .I am sure there may not be any coherence between what i start with and what i end ! and yes also in what i chatter in between ! he...he... but just keep reading :) hope my scribbles dont bore you !

Life is so strange at times aint it?
When we live the way we wish , people say we are arrogant and headstrong ! when we listen to others advice and plans and take up suggestions we are branded as those who are never independent ! How strange na ...well but that is how it will be .. even amidst this strangness there exists excitment and so we keep living the way it is...

I was watching a news somewhere a few days back and one thing that still crops my mind is that man always and almost very often loves more and more money ! :D than anything else . What if no money existed ? well am sure he will surely be in love with nothing :) sounds strange na .. yes true .. cos he may not be knowing what is the value of anything and always there may be fight and haste to reach out all the materials in the world ! when no money is used the strongest and the cleverest and the cunning will own everything and the poor will be left behind . am i not right ?

It just struck to me about one thing that i had seen , something so ironically coincidental ! It is a place in Chennai , near Nungambakkam flyover !There is a Hindu burial ground there and just adjacent to that is a hospital and health centre and please i am not sure was it a coincidence or a wantedly done , the hospital is known as the "Dhairyam mental health care centre" well it means "Dhairyam - brave" ! Isnt that strange ?

NEWS ? These days watching a news channel , without a gupshup about a cine star or celebrity break up or their view on some relationship they are in to , a bomb blast or a building collapse or an accident ! all has become so very common that i dont know is it that no news is complete without these or has it just become a way of life .
I guess we need to start our news with some best and happy things happpening across the globe !

Ah ! yes , school shootout .. did any one notice the day this incident happend at Gurgaon, the strange grave incident of 2 school boys of 14 years age fire bullets at their classmates since he teased them !This did take the entire world by surprise since this is so uncommon here in our country!Within 2 days we hear similar news from various other places . In India though such a thing was a SHOCK since it was never expected at all , there was yet another news of a teen poking something in his classmates eye that cost his sight at Mumbai! all because he was teased !!!! Alas similar news at London and a murder of 2 Phd students at the US !
Is this a disease spreading so fast ?

or

is there some stop for all this ?

Oh i guess so are you telling now after reading eh :D
well not troubling .. any more just would love to end with a something funny yet to ponder!

Some important laws which newton forgot to state

Law of queue : If you change the queue , the one you left will move faster than the one you are in now !"

Law of telephone : When you dial a wrong number you never get an engaged tone :D

Law of itch : After your hands get painted with grease , your nose starts to itch "

Law of workshop : Any tool when dropped will roll to the least accessible corner .

Law of traffic : The day you wish you have to be early to office.college , there will be a big and slow vehicle just in front of you not letting you move :D else you wish or not you will be promptly available at your place :D

Law of internet : The day you are busy , you wil find all your friends online , and cant talk to any , the day you are bored none can you find ! ( of course this is anew one :D not at Newtons time )

Btw what would it have been like had Newton experienced a cocunt fall ! :D he he i can see all Physicsphobics smiling ..:D ..

Happy week ahead !
Adios !

"

2007-12-05T13:16:00.000-05:00

Where's the child within us ?

I sat down helping my neighbour's daughter who is in her 6th with her History assignment for her class room internals. It was a project on anything related to the chapters that had been already covered .

She wanted to do her project on some chapter and i was helping her with that in that creative and content . We were working on that and her kid brother who was just in kindergarten joined us . A very smart , sharp and yes naughty little boy he was as usual at his best shooting all curious questions that popped up in his very small inquisitive mind .

We encouraged him and were replying whenever we could and simultaneously working on our report . Suddenly i shot out a question to my lil sis and lo he gave an answer
that really was such a spontaneous one to come from a child's mouth!

Who says that kids are innocent and do not much .. well they are very creative and may be they have a spark in them which even we do not possess.
Why so ?

I thought , why didn't that strike me earlier , though i had been considered creative or good . i could no think that simple thing which that little boy could place at that right moment

It is because they fear less and they do not know any thing much and they are new . What about us , we learn , we read a lot , we think and we socialize and all this builds in a small barrier within us and this wall does not let us think beyond a level.

The incessant flow of thoughts within a child .
Never does he know what is it to fear ,
Nor does he know what will become when he is honest .
hence he never lies , he never betrays
he works, he walks and thinks
breaking all walls
creatively does he paint his
lovely little world ...

Unless the evil veils of
society , education and people
tamper his mind and brain
making his cranium work like a machine
his mind to fly within a border ..
Fear blinding his inner eye
never seeing what is special ,
never thinking to dare

They walk and think and work with a confidence that does not have a block of the so called fear , doubt or anything .
They work ,may be they follow what the Bhagavad Gita says ,"Do your duty do not expect reward" , may be they work based on the fact that " Doubt crops in then it means you are walking towards trouble" ..

They do not fear , they work they enjoy and they are curious .They are innocent and hence straight forward.

Wish we always carry that little "child" in us so that we do not fear when we work and all what is done with passion ..

2007-11-28T11:55:00.000-05:00

Clouds

There they go, up above the sky ,
With a heavenly feel and a gloss of white.

Are they like fluffy white snow?
Or a yummy thick cream?

I wonder at times and feel it’s like a soft
Cozy couch,
But many other times it’s just a heavenly transport!

The forms all so different, none seem alike
They pull your thoughts past a millions of miles.

Mind just goes flying with them and
Smile just lits bright in my face.

They move about in all shapes and sizes, and
I feel they reflect the human nature!

Each one sees what one likes
When they see, these passing clouds.
People walk past our lives,
Leaving memories in our hearts within.

Some good some bad, some sweet yet sour.
If only we realize that all bad things are just
Like these passing clouds
How sweet will be our sweetest memories?

I pondered,
I sat looking at those passing clouds,
Lo! , the white now, all painted gray

Whose magical hand had brushed past?
That they now resemble a devils park

I can imagine a blackcurrant topping
That sits on top of my delicious faluda!
Oh! Ice creams and rain!
Who is to stop my stream of thoughts?

I just watch those gray big clouds
As they paint across the vast blue sky,
Waiting to shower with all their might!

2007-11-24T15:02:00.000-05:00

The most uncommon Common sense!

"My parents told me about Mr. Common Sense early in my life and told me I
would do well to call on him when making decisions. It seems he was
always around in my early years but less and less as time passed until
today I read his obituary. Please join me in a moment of silence in
remembrance. For Common Sense had served us all so well for so many
generations.

Obituary

Common Sense

Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who
has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was
since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape.

He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as
knowing when to come in out of the rain, why the early bird gets the
worm, life isn't always fair, and maybe it was my fault.

Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more
than you earn) and reliable parenting strategies (adults, not children
are in charge).

His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well intentioned but
overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a six-year-old boy
charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended
from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for
reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.

Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the
job they themselves failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental
consent to administer Aspirin, sun lotion or a sticky plaster to a
student; but could not inform the parents when a student became pregnant
and wanted to have an abortion.

Common Sense lost the will to live as the Ten Commandments became
contraband; churches became businesses; and criminals received better
treatment than their victims. Common Sense took a beating when you could
no longer legally defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and
the burglar can sue you for assault.

Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to
realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in
her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.

Common Sense was preceded in death by his parents, Truth and Trust; his
wife, Discretion; his daughter, Responsibility; and his son, Reason. He
is survived by three stepbrothers; I Know my Rights, Someone Else is to
Blame, and I'm a Victim.

Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone. If
you still remember him pass this on. If not, join the majority and do
nothing."

This is the most wonderful emails i have ever recieved as a forward!
I do not know who penned this nor who concieved this idea! But whoever it was He/She must be really amazing person.
Thanks for that good one !
take care

2007-11-21T12:56:00.001-05:00

Alive .. But are we Living ?

Funny is the state of man ,funny are his ways ,
He loses many to gain a few , but never is happy with what he knew
His goals all so blurred but he treads the path with eyes so weird.
Hate and jealousy are so clear ,love is what he forgets to bear
Where's he going , what's he aiming ?
Visions sometimes leading him to nowhere,
If this is way, what is that he is looking for ?

Let the light shine on him brightly;
Showing him the path to reach for the stars,
Doing all good with purity in heart.
Hope to see the smile all the way
Love and care never far away !

Yet another poem penned on roads!
Yes , while on my way back home from work and play (:D)

Adios !
Sorry for a late posting as this...was really held up folks !
Thanks for reading and those spl ones who kept knocking my blog window to check if i am back again !
:)

Pic courtesy : Getty images - where you really GET lovely images ! :)

2007-11-04T13:01:00.000-05:00

BeLiEf....ElIxIr Of LiFe !

I sat down in front of my dearest PC .. checked mails and was back to my present obsession or let me say "need" .. JOB hunt !!
Hmm yes i am planning to look for a change from my present company ( by all means)just for "CHANGE" .. :);) [Note that truth always remains hidden; those who know me may have understood what CHANGE meant ! rest never mind .. ignorance is a bliss yaar ! ]

As i sat posting resumes(lies:-D) i realised one thing .. a very fact that keeps happening ..

I love the profile advertised for .. but i dont like the company nor the pay !
Oh .. someone is saying is money important, just look for a good start .. okay i listen .. but now the company doesnt like me ! i cant help it now ;) haina ?

This goes on .. but then i still keep posting no matter what and i still wait and keep trying to strike gold ! well .. no diamond .. ( i prefer them !)

Well its just one thing that is brought out now .. it is nothing but "Faith works"
Yes, i have a faith.. a feeling of good hope that i will get a job that i am too happy and content by all means .. and (hope that really works!)
I have faith i will be able to work well in that comapny i get through ..
So every walk of life we need just faith ..

There is a book written by a Wayne Dyer ."You will see it when you believe it "
So i believe it and i can see it .. it is all faith ..
I have a faith that i need to walk out of my present company to do better so that is what is pushing me search for another job .
i have belief that i will get a good and great job , and i am sure that will happen . (:) plssssss pray for me .. let that happen god s will !)
So everything is my belief . well our belief !

Believing in a greater tommorow.....
dreaming big ...
i love them my dreams .. my beliefs ..
:)

take care
keep dreaming !
(P.S note this is of course not while in office/school and this is to inform that the one who does so is solely responsible for his or her performance .. and this blog doesnt have anything to do with the outcome :D he he ... )

2007-10-31T15:28:00.000-04:00

Hi all ...
I am just posting this poem so beautifully penned by my boss/ trainer and a great inspirer .. Mr.Ravi Shivram .. with his permission

It is amazing to see such a poetic genius ..
He is a great soul .. evolved and evolving ...

The usual things which we use .. ie the PC .. he has used his most perfect thoughts to correlate the life and PC!!
here it is for a wonderful read!!!

Life@desktop

Intention Spring cleaning, took all the old FILES from the attic above
After lot of SERCH in my PROPERTIES

I was now OPENING and EXPLORING
And there was something really for SHARING

I went to this PATH, COOKIES of life,
Can I UNDO or MOVE what is fated?

The almighty has SET all the DOCS
And HE knows the best to VIEW the STATUS

All I could do now was to chew my THUMBNAILES
Tried my best to look REFRESHED

Yes, like LINKS people come and go
All we can do is smile, giggle, or just GOOGLE say YAHOO

Can you or me CUSTOMIZE life?
When doors are shut and WINDOWS open

Mind is directionless and wonder with DISCONNECT galore
And few try HARD to SYNCHORNIZE dreams.

Temples and prayers are SUPPORT CENTRES
And implicit faith love surrender will HELP

My confessions are in MY DOCUMENT
But then HE is the ADMINISTRATER of ALL

Our thoughts are the cosmic CONTACTS
Some one, some how, some where become ALL USERS

But I still thank the Lord in my prayer INBOX
I still have one FAVOURITE

This is my SHARED time- document
I gave my heart to her as I liked her OUTLOOK of life

She is a person with lot of DRIVE
Made me wonder in REAL ARCADE

I am looking at the WALL papers and GALLERY
CLIPARTS and FILLED COLOUR

She did AUTOSHPAE my mind
And made me write and rewrite in Black Chancery

I admired her in the PHOTOALBUM
Kept in heart’s LIBRARY and GALLERY

Her thoughts drive me mad at HOME and at NEW OFFICE
My mind always SERCHING –EXPLORING

I remember her bewitching smile when I SHARED MUSIC
And we SHARED PICTURES of fun joy and happiness.

It still hurts and echoes what she said WORD by WORD
Get lost mate- you are like a VIRUS

Today a nice sunny morning it is all REAL
Not in doubt.. Surely not GAMING

I send her thru my neighbor little boy my MESSENGER
After a CHAT he agreed to hand of a flower and this poem

Time passed clock ticked away and there was THE SHOW and HIDE
The he whispered in my ear….. She threw them in the RECYCLE BIN

With wet eyes and tears I looked at my DESKTOP
And with blurred eyes I read….. LG…Life’s good. STILL GOOD!!

(c)Ravi Shivram

Hope you liked it as i did
Do drop in your comments
Adios
Meenu

2007-10-31T15:09:00.000-04:00

Swaying with the wind of life !

Speeding across the sand and seas,
there roars the wind in its own way
It beautifully teaches us a lovely lesson
to,never lose faith and just go our way .
what's in store not one knows;
Speeding through the journies of life.
We struggle to make our lives shine.
Strangers turn just friends and foes
All just matters with the speed we go
Trust in God , you make your way
Never knowing how well we sway !

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