I was just wondering...why is it that only depression, suffering and the likes, that are so promoted and appreciated by people.
Agreed, everybody says, be happy, smile etc etc...but when it comes to awards...book awards, film awards, awards for art...even fancy dress awards, are all given to not the best portrayal of happiness or joy but to that of pain and suffering....why so?
The most melancholy, depressing book will be declared the 'Book of the Year'...books with a sad tone to them are all the best sellers. "It has real emotion in it, man"....
Why do we associate realism to sorrow...all depressing movies are labeled 'realistic'...does that mean nobody real ever laughs or is happy?
Even when it comes to fancy dress competitions, down to the very basic school level, it is always the most piteous looking costume that wins first place.Rarely ever does the clown get to walk away with the prize.
Funny movies are all simply 'mindless' comedy, eh? Well, mindless or not...comedy is what I love and always will!
I was just wondering about this...have been wondering for a while, infact....if I'm wrong about anything, do let me know..I've always thought nobody likes to be sad...then why promote it in such a huge way?
Saturday, July 23, 2005
Wednesday, July 20, 2005
Confucious Said So...
Your wise quote is: "Our greatest glory is not
in never falling, but in rising everytime we
fall" by Confucius.
Yes indeed, you see true strenght can only be
seen when a person has "fallen". Only
then one can tell how they will handle it. Just
don't make others fall so you can know who they
really are. You on the other hand may be a very
quick recoverer and don't let people bring you
down. You are your own, and you're fine with
that. Emotional issues is something you handle
rather nicely.
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Tuesday, July 19, 2005
I've been around the world..
Yeah, I've been around the world.
Started life in Bombay (Mumbai), then in Dubai and then landed in Trivandrum.
Was in Bombay till the age of six, then was one year in Dubai. Used to keep going to Dubai for my summer holidays though, because my dad was still there.
In the past 19 years I have visited so many foreign countries...from the US to Amsterdam to Singapore....
I haven't visited too many places in India though....I am really looking forward to an All India Tour someday...I hope to see the Taj Mahal while its still there. I mean, I've got one of the seven wonders of the world right under my nose and I haven't seen it....ofcourse my whole family has seen it, they did before I was born that is. Guess, the all India trip was completed before I was born...I've seen the pictures...sigh
I have stayed in the luxury of seven star hotels to places where there is no fan even, during our many travelling expeditions....I have enjoyed every experience equally.
One thing that these foreign trips have taught me is that there is nothing more there than what we already have here. I mean, when I see people dreaming of settling down abroad...I think, why? Why must you want to leave all that you have, to go live among strangers...now, even if you become a millionare there it still is not your home.
One common trait in most of these foreign countries is their sense of national pride...I mean, they are proud to say that they are Malaysians or whatever...they wouldn't spit or litter the roads, cuz they are bothered about their country's image and international appearance.
I mean if we must ape the west after all....then whay not copy some of the good things too. So readily have we accepted their culture, dress code, language and all....why not learn from them and keep our country clean (!!) for starters.
We litter and spit on the roads and then say that India is a dirty place..! hah...its a ridiculous!
Be local and think global.
All these experiences have made me...taught me, to see the beauty in the simple things of life. We are too busy to notice small things...because small things aren't going to help us get anywhere, eh?
Anyway, for those dreaming of going abroad...you must. I still remember the excitement I felt the first time I ever went to an airport or boarded a plane.....I wish that awsome experience for everybody.
You must go if it is what you want most.....It is easy for me to say all this after having seen it all (almost!) But I feel...all I am saying is that.. go...go you must, but don't forget to come back someday....please don't get lost....do be back....
Started life in Bombay (Mumbai), then in Dubai and then landed in Trivandrum.
Was in Bombay till the age of six, then was one year in Dubai. Used to keep going to Dubai for my summer holidays though, because my dad was still there.
In the past 19 years I have visited so many foreign countries...from the US to Amsterdam to Singapore....
I haven't visited too many places in India though....I am really looking forward to an All India Tour someday...I hope to see the Taj Mahal while its still there. I mean, I've got one of the seven wonders of the world right under my nose and I haven't seen it....ofcourse my whole family has seen it, they did before I was born that is. Guess, the all India trip was completed before I was born...I've seen the pictures...sigh
I have stayed in the luxury of seven star hotels to places where there is no fan even, during our many travelling expeditions....I have enjoyed every experience equally.
One thing that these foreign trips have taught me is that there is nothing more there than what we already have here. I mean, when I see people dreaming of settling down abroad...I think, why? Why must you want to leave all that you have, to go live among strangers...now, even if you become a millionare there it still is not your home.
One common trait in most of these foreign countries is their sense of national pride...I mean, they are proud to say that they are Malaysians or whatever...they wouldn't spit or litter the roads, cuz they are bothered about their country's image and international appearance.
I mean if we must ape the west after all....then whay not copy some of the good things too. So readily have we accepted their culture, dress code, language and all....why not learn from them and keep our country clean (!!) for starters.
We litter and spit on the roads and then say that India is a dirty place..! hah...its a ridiculous!
Be local and think global.
All these experiences have made me...taught me, to see the beauty in the simple things of life. We are too busy to notice small things...because small things aren't going to help us get anywhere, eh?
Anyway, for those dreaming of going abroad...you must. I still remember the excitement I felt the first time I ever went to an airport or boarded a plane.....I wish that awsome experience for everybody.
You must go if it is what you want most.....It is easy for me to say all this after having seen it all (almost!) But I feel...all I am saying is that.. go...go you must, but don't forget to come back someday....please don't get lost....do be back....
I Love Money!
Thats the name of the book (by Suresh Padmanabhan) I'm currently reading...its all about money!
I had a little starting trouble...found it a bit boring in the begining Didn't really want to continue reading....but now half way through I am really glad I did.
Its a totally different take on money...something I've never come across before. Things we have been brought up to believe as taboos have been opposed...with solid explanations. With excellent use of short examples and stories...this book makes very interesting reading matter.
It reminds you of basic stuff which we have either ignored or not counted as important.
Like saving coins too. Most people don't give too much importance too loose change....but even that can add up to a lot!
I liked the part on keeping your wallet organized and neat. Mine is totally opposite to that....I don't even have a wallet for that matter. The 'thing' that I carry my money in has everthing else in excess but money...loadsa bus tickets of course..hah
Positive thinking amounts in a huge way to making money. Ofcourse you can't just snap money out of thin air...the right mind set could make the whole act of making money a lot more pleasurable.
The books got a very casual and flowing style to it...very contrary to what you'd expect for such serious topics....but hey, even the title is very unusual and catchy! I couldn't possible reveal all the points...it wouldn't be fair to the author, I feel.
Whats important is that unless you respect money, it won't stay with you...just as in the case of any living thing.
I had a little starting trouble...found it a bit boring in the begining Didn't really want to continue reading....but now half way through I am really glad I did.
Its a totally different take on money...something I've never come across before. Things we have been brought up to believe as taboos have been opposed...with solid explanations. With excellent use of short examples and stories...this book makes very interesting reading matter.
It reminds you of basic stuff which we have either ignored or not counted as important.
Like saving coins too. Most people don't give too much importance too loose change....but even that can add up to a lot!
I liked the part on keeping your wallet organized and neat. Mine is totally opposite to that....I don't even have a wallet for that matter. The 'thing' that I carry my money in has everthing else in excess but money...loadsa bus tickets of course..hah
Positive thinking amounts in a huge way to making money. Ofcourse you can't just snap money out of thin air...the right mind set could make the whole act of making money a lot more pleasurable.
The books got a very casual and flowing style to it...very contrary to what you'd expect for such serious topics....but hey, even the title is very unusual and catchy! I couldn't possible reveal all the points...it wouldn't be fair to the author, I feel.
Whats important is that unless you respect money, it won't stay with you...just as in the case of any living thing.
Anniyan-The Stranger
Anniyan was one entertaining movie! I saw it twice....enjoyed myself twice!
The story is similar to a Sidney Sheldon book (Tell me your dreams) which is one of my favourites.
I had my doubts about watching the movie because I don't understand tamil too well. I hardly ever watch Tamil movies...but considering the hype that this movie had created I was curious. I was able to understand very well! Even I am suprised....no idea when I started understanding tamil...?
The movie has been taken beutifully....every scene is perfect. The potrayal of the three personalities has been done very well...Vikram has done a fantastic job...Vivek was too hilarious.....and hats off to the director.
It deserves every bit of the praise and rave reviews that it has received...cuz its an out and out entertainer. The songs are also addictive...highly!
If you haven't already watched it, you should....highly recommended!
The story is similar to a Sidney Sheldon book (Tell me your dreams) which is one of my favourites.
I had my doubts about watching the movie because I don't understand tamil too well. I hardly ever watch Tamil movies...but considering the hype that this movie had created I was curious. I was able to understand very well! Even I am suprised....no idea when I started understanding tamil...?
The movie has been taken beutifully....every scene is perfect. The potrayal of the three personalities has been done very well...Vikram has done a fantastic job...Vivek was too hilarious.....and hats off to the director.
It deserves every bit of the praise and rave reviews that it has received...cuz its an out and out entertainer. The songs are also addictive...highly!
If you haven't already watched it, you should....highly recommended!
Tuesday, July 05, 2005
One with Nature
Well, my day begins with feeding my pets. I have to feed my lab (Floppy...incase you were wondering, yes that's my sweet doggy's name) then, our dash (Titu...he came with the name when we bought him, or else he could have been something more hi-tech like CD...hah) then, our fishes in the cement tank in the garden....and then, its the turn of my favourite feathered friends, the crows!
Yup, I feed the crows...it isn't exactly a part of my chores but I simply love meeting them. Whenever I go to feed the dogs, I find them waiting on the gate and outside. Well, now we have all become so pally that they hop around in our compund...even when the dogs are there! The dogs get along well with them too...anyway, the birds simply ignore them. My dogs I guess, don't seem to be suffering from any kinda ego problem considering the crows are not afraid of them.
The number of birds seem to be gradually increasing...we started off with just 4-5 of us, uh, I mean the birds....and now we have like around 19-23 of them flying over for breakfast. Its so cool...simply amazing. It is a totally different and special feeling to be able to walk up to them, and not have them fly off...it shows that they have started to trust you. To know that they trust me and like me(?) makes me feel very happy.
Its a wonderful way to relax...the variety in nature never ceases to amaze me....I doubt whether it ever will...Cheers to a more beautiful and peaceful world!
Yup, I feed the crows...it isn't exactly a part of my chores but I simply love meeting them. Whenever I go to feed the dogs, I find them waiting on the gate and outside. Well, now we have all become so pally that they hop around in our compund...even when the dogs are there! The dogs get along well with them too...anyway, the birds simply ignore them. My dogs I guess, don't seem to be suffering from any kinda ego problem considering the crows are not afraid of them.
The number of birds seem to be gradually increasing...we started off with just 4-5 of us, uh, I mean the birds....and now we have like around 19-23 of them flying over for breakfast. Its so cool...simply amazing. It is a totally different and special feeling to be able to walk up to them, and not have them fly off...it shows that they have started to trust you. To know that they trust me and like me(?) makes me feel very happy.
Its a wonderful way to relax...the variety in nature never ceases to amaze me....I doubt whether it ever will...Cheers to a more beautiful and peaceful world!
Thursday, May 26, 2005
Adventure on Wheels..!
Looking for a few minutes of heart racing, adrenalin pumping, extreme adventure? Then simply board one of Kerala's very own private buses. Excitement for 3 rupees (well the rate solely depends on your endurance...that is where you want to get off, of course..)
They are so crowded, there is hardly any place to stand, let alone sit...the best example of survival of the fittest. Your foot becomes a footstool, with numerous people standing not only on your toes. But you can't complain, because you are standing on someone else's foot! The drivers of these buses are determined to take your breath away, driving at nothing less than the speed of light...zooming through streets at a speed that could even put Schumi to shame. Hang on for dear life..whether you are inside or outside the bus. Simply hold on to anything or anyone...its the best survival tip you could get for this adventure ride. Now, some 4 wheeled adventure rides are designed keeping the feet of the travelers in mind...simply remove a few seats. So, now you have lots of leg space but nothing to hold on to, when you zoom around the city at the speed of light!
If you are the one of the lucky few who ends up standing on the foot board with the conductor, you get a taste of his life, having to get off at every stop for the new entries to get in...all the while praying that the bus doesn't go off without you! If you get to sit, you are honored with a privileged chance at social service, getting to carry bags, books and everything else and as many as you can balance.
In case you are a student, eligible to a certain amount of concession in the fare, then be prepared to be greeted with looks of displeasure and suspicion by the ticket collector. Yup, they simply don't like you because you travel at half rate, dude..not a very nice thing.
But no matter how crowded, how breathless these trips are...life just wouldn't be the same without them. You get to meet so many people daily, all of you going through this exciting experience together, that an invisible, nameless bond is created...which can't be explained in words. These rides are the spice in every students monotonous life. The fun of trying to squeeze yourself into these buses (and 99.9% end up hanging at the door) and getting fired for asking for half rate tickets on days that you are not eligible for it (public holidays!) are truly unmatched. Whether you realize it or not,these few precious minutes prepare you for anything in life...once you have endured this, everything else seems a piece of cake! So, whether you have experienced Veegaland or even Disney Land...if you haven't experienced Kerala's mobile adventure service, dear friend believe me you have experienced nothing at all....
They are so crowded, there is hardly any place to stand, let alone sit...the best example of survival of the fittest. Your foot becomes a footstool, with numerous people standing not only on your toes. But you can't complain, because you are standing on someone else's foot! The drivers of these buses are determined to take your breath away, driving at nothing less than the speed of light...zooming through streets at a speed that could even put Schumi to shame. Hang on for dear life..whether you are inside or outside the bus. Simply hold on to anything or anyone...its the best survival tip you could get for this adventure ride. Now, some 4 wheeled adventure rides are designed keeping the feet of the travelers in mind...simply remove a few seats. So, now you have lots of leg space but nothing to hold on to, when you zoom around the city at the speed of light!
If you are the one of the lucky few who ends up standing on the foot board with the conductor, you get a taste of his life, having to get off at every stop for the new entries to get in...all the while praying that the bus doesn't go off without you! If you get to sit, you are honored with a privileged chance at social service, getting to carry bags, books and everything else and as many as you can balance.
In case you are a student, eligible to a certain amount of concession in the fare, then be prepared to be greeted with looks of displeasure and suspicion by the ticket collector. Yup, they simply don't like you because you travel at half rate, dude..not a very nice thing.
But no matter how crowded, how breathless these trips are...life just wouldn't be the same without them. You get to meet so many people daily, all of you going through this exciting experience together, that an invisible, nameless bond is created...which can't be explained in words. These rides are the spice in every students monotonous life. The fun of trying to squeeze yourself into these buses (and 99.9% end up hanging at the door) and getting fired for asking for half rate tickets on days that you are not eligible for it (public holidays!) are truly unmatched. Whether you realize it or not,these few precious minutes prepare you for anything in life...once you have endured this, everything else seems a piece of cake! So, whether you have experienced Veegaland or even Disney Land...if you haven't experienced Kerala's mobile adventure service, dear friend believe me you have experienced nothing at all....
Thursday, February 03, 2005
Nerdy or not...?
Well, I took this test I found on Karthik's blog and this is my level of nerdiness.....42% of the people who took the test are nerdier than me and I'm nerdier than 58%.....well, looking at the bright side of things....wow! I'm nerdier than half the test takers!! yay!!
Friday, December 24, 2004
Midnight Baby!
I've become an AUNTY! My sis gave birth to my adorable nephew...at 00.00. hehe....its complicated....my sis was admitted on the 20th and at midnight the kid was born.....so that makes his birthday, 21st, right? Atleast thats what we're gonna take it like I guess.....let him be one day yonger....it may prove useful years later...hah
He's really small....and its very funny to watch the way he turns red so fast when he's about to cry. I've never seen anything like this before. He's really fascinating.....amazing. Such a small human being!
The house is now forever full of visitors come to see teh new arrival.....before teh house was full of visitors wanting to meet the pregnant mum....now its the cool dude.
Just dropped by to report this historic event.....c ya
He's really small....and its very funny to watch the way he turns red so fast when he's about to cry. I've never seen anything like this before. He's really fascinating.....amazing. Such a small human being!
The house is now forever full of visitors come to see teh new arrival.....before teh house was full of visitors wanting to meet the pregnant mum....now its the cool dude.
Just dropped by to report this historic event.....c ya
Sunday, July 25, 2004
Art Of Living
I attended my first Course 1 Art of Living course on July 6th......it was beautiful and unique.
I mean I gotta haer, experience a lot of new things and also simple things that maybe we all know but have taken them for granted or have simply forgotten them....
I don't want to say much....actually I don't know what to say...I simply wanted to note down that I was lucky enogh to have got this oppurtunity....I must thank Sri Sri Ravishankar , the founder of this course....a genius with a heart!
I mean I gotta haer, experience a lot of new things and also simple things that maybe we all know but have taken them for granted or have simply forgotten them....
I don't want to say much....actually I don't know what to say...I simply wanted to note down that I was lucky enogh to have got this oppurtunity....I must thank Sri Sri Ravishankar , the founder of this course....a genius with a heart!
Sunday, June 27, 2004
Ammooma's B'day
Well, it was my grandmother's 80th b'day today. Went off very well...it was celebrated in grand style in a hall and stuff. All her siblings, their kids, their kids kids...basically everybody was invited!
Ammooma was real happy....you could see it. Her excitement at receiving so many gifts could be felt. She was looking grand too in her new 'moondum nayreeyadum'...bright colours...
I'm real glad she had this grand celebration....she deserved it!
Her siblings, nieces and nephews...all made it to this function. From all over India people came just to be with her on this day....give her their good wishes on this day...80! whew...that sure is something, na?
Ammooma was real happy....you could see it. Her excitement at receiving so many gifts could be felt. She was looking grand too in her new 'moondum nayreeyadum'...bright colours...
I'm real glad she had this grand celebration....she deserved it!
Her siblings, nieces and nephews...all made it to this function. From all over India people came just to be with her on this day....give her their good wishes on this day...80! whew...that sure is something, na?
Tuesday, June 08, 2004
Venus at home!
I got to see the Venus transit right in the comfort of my home! Well, I'm not talking about having seen it on the net or on tv....but instead...my dad made this pin hole camera like mechanism with cardboard and a mirror and projeted the sun's image on the wall in the kitchen(directly faces the front door). It was awsome...the same images that they showed in the news, were what we saw on our kitchen wall.
We were planning on going to the planetorium....but thats when dad came up with this idea...a great one too!
Date: June 8, 2004
We were planning on going to the planetorium....but thats when dad came up with this idea...a great one too!
Date: June 8, 2004
Monday, June 07, 2004
Downpour!!
Its raining...its pouring and I'm absolutely loving it!! There's nothing like the sweet smell of fresh wet soil..the lovely feeling in the air. Everything feels right...and just cool. To cuddle up with a good book under your blanket, reading till morning one or so with the relaxingly exciting music of the rain in the background....is one of the delights of the rainy season.
The varities of protective gear on display in stores...the latest trends in umbrellas...the crowded roads with a vast spread of black overhead with a spot of bright pink or blue here and there to break the monotony thanks to the rebellious few who believe in moving against the current....oh, and then there are the pokemon, barbie doll and other kiddie umbrellas with little ears and frills to really add a zing to the usual umbrellas to thrill little warriors out to face the down pour in style!
Its true that you have to make certain changes to your routine...like no cycling and stuff. Even when it stops raining, considering the condition of the roads...with the temperory tar all washed away it isn't a very good idea cycling. But everything is sacrificable or this season...the best of them all!
The varities of protective gear on display in stores...the latest trends in umbrellas...the crowded roads with a vast spread of black overhead with a spot of bright pink or blue here and there to break the monotony thanks to the rebellious few who believe in moving against the current....oh, and then there are the pokemon, barbie doll and other kiddie umbrellas with little ears and frills to really add a zing to the usual umbrellas to thrill little warriors out to face the down pour in style!
Its true that you have to make certain changes to your routine...like no cycling and stuff. Even when it stops raining, considering the condition of the roads...with the temperory tar all washed away it isn't a very good idea cycling. But everything is sacrificable or this season...the best of them all!
Monday, May 31, 2004
2 wheeler ka mazaa!
By 2 wheeler I don't intend motor bikes but instead the cool and one of a kind...BICYCLE! he.e...well, its a fab way to excersise, get fresh air and just have fun..speacially when you have friends with ya.
Cheryl and me, ave made this vacation plan to cycle 4 days a week, play badminton atleast twice a week and ofcourse..Sunday is off day! No working on Sunday, man!
After cycling for 'bout an hour..you can actually feel the difference. Its a rare sight out here to see two girls(very pretty! haha..) cycling and basically having fun. Its a dream come true for me. Really, I'ave only read in books and seen in movies about friends cycling long distances, enjoying.....envied them. Now I'm living my fantasy and enjoying it 100%.
Cheryl and me, ave made this vacation plan to cycle 4 days a week, play badminton atleast twice a week and ofcourse..Sunday is off day! No working on Sunday, man!
After cycling for 'bout an hour..you can actually feel the difference. Its a rare sight out here to see two girls(very pretty! haha..) cycling and basically having fun. Its a dream come true for me. Really, I'ave only read in books and seen in movies about friends cycling long distances, enjoying.....envied them. Now I'm living my fantasy and enjoying it 100%.
Sunday, May 30, 2004
Fusion Delight!
I saw a most spectacular performance today....Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, depicted the climax of Othello with the help of Indian classical dance forms. It was most certainly a visual delight. The way the dream sequences were shown was truly innovative....the background score was fantastic too. Today I got to see a slice of how beautiful Kerala's very own dance form Kathakali is. The grace, the movements are all awsome. I must say it was definitely time well spent.
The function was held at Tagore theater and was organized by Jyothis Arts in collabration with Lakshya Arts.
The function was held at Tagore theater and was organized by Jyothis Arts in collabration with Lakshya Arts.
Seven years!
My e-pal of 7 years who was gonna come next month, couldn't make it. But next year maybe...
Well, actually thinking about it....7 years seems like such a long time. Atleast for me, yes it is. To talk to someone u have communicated with only through emails , for so long that too....We met on the net through a site where you publish your stories, poems and stuff....I wanted to write to her, but was hesitant...I was new to the net and its ways. While I was thinking what to do, wether to write or not to write....there it was, a mail from her wanting to be my pal. It was incredible....something like it was all meant to be....kismat or destiny!
I'm real glad we'ave been able to remain friends for so long...even if we don't write regularly, maybe just once or twice a month sometimes.....its and unsaid promise that when we have a problem to talk about we'll always be there for each other. haha..h...lets see how long it goes on....I sure hope though its forever!
Well, actually thinking about it....7 years seems like such a long time. Atleast for me, yes it is. To talk to someone u have communicated with only through emails , for so long that too....We met on the net through a site where you publish your stories, poems and stuff....I wanted to write to her, but was hesitant...I was new to the net and its ways. While I was thinking what to do, wether to write or not to write....there it was, a mail from her wanting to be my pal. It was incredible....something like it was all meant to be....kismat or destiny!
I'm real glad we'ave been able to remain friends for so long...even if we don't write regularly, maybe just once or twice a month sometimes.....its and unsaid promise that when we have a problem to talk about we'll always be there for each other. haha..h...lets see how long it goes on....I sure hope though its forever!
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