The Sun-screen song

Ladies and Gentlemen of the class of '99 ...

Wear Sunscreen.

If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it. The long term benefits of sunscreen have been proved by scientists, whereas the rest of my advice has no basis more reliable than my own meandering experience.

I will dispense this advice now.

Enjoy the power and beauty of your youth; oh never-mind. You will not understand the power and beauty of your youth until they've faded. But trust me, in 20 years you'll look back at photos of yourself and recall, in a way you can't grasp now, how much possibility lay before you and how fabulous you really looked.

You are not as fat as you imagine.

Don't worry about the future. Or, worry, but know that worrying is as effective as trying to solve an algebra equation by chewing bubblegum. The real troubles in your life are apt to be things that never crossed your worried mind; the kind that blindsides you at 4 p.m. on some idle Tuesday.

Do one thing everyday that scares you

Sing

Don't be reckless with other people's hearts, don't put up with people who are reckless with yours.

Floss

Don't waste your time on jealousy; sometimes you're ahead, sometimes you're behind ... the race is long, and in the end, it's only with yourself.

Remember compliments you receive; forget the insults. If you succeed in doing this, tell me how.

Keep your old love letters. Throw away your old bank statements.

Stretch

Don't feel guilty if you don't know what you want to do with your life ... the most interesting people I know didn't know at 22 what they wanted to do with their lives; some of the most interesting 40 year olds I know still don't.

Get plenty of calcium.

Be kind to your knees; you'll miss them when they're gone.

Maybe you'll marry, maybe you won't; maybe you'll have children, maybe you won't; maybe you'll divorce at 40, maybe you'll dance the funky chicken on your 75th wedding anniversary ... whatever you do, don't congratulate yourself too much. or berate yourself either - your choices are half chance, so are everybody else's.

Enjoy your body, use it every way you can ... don't be afraid of it, or what other people think of it. It's the greatest instrument you'll ever own.





Dance ... even if you have nowhere to do it but in your own living room.

Read the directions, even if you don't follow them.

Do NOT read beauty magazines, they will only make you feel ugly.

(Brother and sister together we'll make it through
Someday a spirit will take you and guide you there
I know you've been hurting
But I've been waiting to be there for you
And I'll be there just helping you out
Whenever I can.)

Get to know your parents, you never know when they'll be gone for good.

Be nice to your siblings; they are the best link to your past and the people most likely to stick with you in the future.

Understand that friends come and go, but for the precious few you should hold on. Work hard to bridge the gaps in geography in lifestyle because the older you get, the more you need the people you knew when you were young.

Live in New York City once, but leave before it makes you hard. Live in Northern California once, but leave before it makes you soft.

Travel.

Accept certain inalienable truths: prices will rise, politicians will philander, you too will get old, and when you do you'll fantasize that when you were young, prices were reasonable, politicians were noble and children respected their elders.

Respect your elders.

Don't expect anyone else to support you. Maybe you have a trust fund, maybe you'll have a wealthy spouse; but you never know when either one might run out.

Don't mess too much with your hair, or by the time you're 40, it will look 85.

Be careful whose advice you buy, but, be patient with those who supply it. Advice is a form of nostalgia; dispensing it is a way of fishing the past from the disposal, wiping it off, painting over the ugly parts, and recycling it for more than it's worth.

But trust me on the sunscreen ...

(Brother and sister together we'll make it through, uh-uhhh, yeah
Someday a spirit will take you and guide you there
I know you've been hurting
But I've been waiting to be there for you
And I'll be there just helping you out
Whenever I can.)

(Yeah, everybody's free, yeah, ohhhh-yea ... everybody)
etc.


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notsunscreen:

Shoplift as often as you can; shopping centers factor shoplifting into their prices, so if you don't do it, it's like they're getting money for free.

[ ... ]

Skateboard on war memorials.

[ ... ]

Plant drugs on a teacher. Join a cult.

[ ... ]

Remember, only you will truly take care of you; so carry a concealed weapon.

[ ... ]

Touch your tongue on the tip of batteries. Be open to new love; remember, you can't get pregnant the first time you have sex.

[ ... ]

Be kind to your knees; you'll miss them when you're knee-capped by a loan-shark.

Get revenge; don't forgive anyone for anything.

But, most of all, don't aim too high. You're probably only suited to an office, or a factory job.

And, trust me on the Winnie Blues.

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The heat is on

My mind has been buzzing with ideas since I have been thinking about writing this post after a real long leap! I think lots ahs changed post my baby sister’s wedding, I kind of enjoy this solitude, sometime sitting easy with my parents chatting about good old childhood memories, sometimes just giving finishing touches to my assignments and how can I forget the exams which are lined up next month .

Thinking about exams I recollect a funny incident!

Anyways English comes naturally to me thanks to all the great teachers I had at school Mrs. Manjari Saran, Ms Ritu Deewan! Oh btw Maths teachers were funny as I can recollect their names and the names we use to call them lolzzzzz Mrs. Rashmi Gupta, Mrs. Usha Jain (Budhi), Mr. S D Sharma (Still my favourite maths teacher but I regret he calling me beta  bohooooo), Ganesh am not sure how many of you remember him but he was awfully bad at conducting classes. So in std 9th or may be 10th According to me I had English paper and I knew a day later I will have Mathematics. So I was like I should Study and finish at least couple of chapters of Maths, can study English in the morning. Makes sense! The whole night I was awake hitting my head against the painful mathematical sum, equation, etc.

Anyways got up in the morning looked at couple of important questions in English that teachers hint, during classes. Read through most of it happily! As soon as I reached school I guess Nightmare is the right word yeah may be my “worst nightmare” would be apt. I saw everyone in the corridor memorizing or solving mathematic Sum or formulae and I was like gazillion ways to run away from my school. I guess there were no paparazzi but the news spread faster than I had imagined my elder sister came rushing she is is like duffer you have your maths exam today and you are not prepared. Why don’t you go back home? I just asked her if she can call dad and tell him I am going to appear for this exam. I am really not bothered about failure and success.

I did appear for the exam and god’s grace managed to score a 40 on 100 just managed to pass.

Sometimes in life when we have to take a tough call most of us don’t dare to do it I think this incident taught me that I can take decisions and at the same time am ready to bear the repercussions of the same.
On a lighter note, have come a long way from then so this time I am cautiously checking on my date sheets , time and venue etc.

Please Digest

Beast: Hey I was wondering you look different and then I was like ah……. Oh my gawd you are wearing lenses….. Show me show me …..
I : Yeah (gave her the look and wondering why do only I meet such people)
Beast: So how do you FEEL???
Talking to self....... grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr Orgasmic LOlzzzzzz
I : Nothing special!!!
Beast: I mean something new in your eyes.
Talking to Self....(get a life!!!! Oh my gawd would someone tell her that contact lenses are no big deal these days and they just don’t make you feel any different!!!!)

As I MATURE :)

I have learned that you cannot make someone love you. All you can do is stalk them and hope they panic and give in.

I've learned that no matter how much I care, some people are just A$$ Holes. (My favourite)

I've learned that it takes years to build up trust, and it only takes suspicion, not proof, to destroy.

I've learned that you can 'get by' on charm for about fifteen minutes. After that, you'd better have a big willy or huge boobs.

I've learned that you shouldn't compare yourself to others- they are more screwed up than you think. (Yeah I feel that for sure)

I've learned that you can keep vomiting long after you think you're finished.

I've learned that we are responsible for what we do, unless we are celebrities.

I've learned that regardless of how hot and steamy a relationship is at first, the passion fades, and there had better be a lot of money to take its place.

I've learned that 99% of the time when something isn't working in your house, one of your kids did it.

I've learned that people you care most about in life are taken from you too soon and all the less important ones just never go away. Man so true .......

Tough Shit !!!!!

God has no religion

I went to a temple called Triyambkeshwar which is one of the 12 jotirlings of Shivji. One of the most heart breaking things was that there was a Notice board outside the temple which said "Only Hindu's are permitted to enter" I mean I always thought we are a Secular country what right on planet these guys have to write on the walls of an auspicious place. This really made me sad though. The temple is beautifully constructed and I was really awed by the cemetery of the arches and the accurate replicating of the pattern throughout. When I went for darshan this guy kept shouting in my ears "sar neechey lagao" (WTF) as if I dont know to how to offer prayers :(. However to my dilemma the place is not maintained by the trust as you could smell stinking water in the auspicious bathing pond, rotting flower which no one bothered to clear. I was wondering if that's what Poor God wanted, to be left in such unhygienic conditions. The Janitors brooming right into your face. Just because they work in a temple does not mean that they ignore the human beings who patiently wait for the darshan of the almighty!



We took rest for couple of hours, took shower and traveled 90 km to Shirdi. I have seen the weirdest people believe in the prowess of a mystic. This was my maiden trip to Shirdi, these places are commercialize to the core and more so everyone was bothered about how they could just get a glimpse of Sai Baba. No one even bothered to look around for kids or expecting mothers and made sarcastic comments about why is she walking slowly and why kids are running around (for a moment I lost it) that even in places like this ppl cant display lil bit of patience. When finally I get to see baba I was so charged to offer my prayers but this pujari kept telling "aagey sey darshan karoo". I really wish everyone could come to such places with a pure heart.

Am a lil disoriented about my experience at both these religious places.

I felt religion is one of the biggest businesses in India. I was very uneasy though I prayed with my heart but I felt am better off with my spirituality wherein I do things at my own time and pace. No one to tell me how to offer my prayers nor someone to make remarks while waiting for the runs to get a glimpse of almighty.

Am glad I went coz yeh bhi mera Bharat hain na!!!

Lastly ending this post my way i.e the filmy way few lines from one of my favorite song:




“Ishwar Allah terey jahan main nafrat kyoun hain jung hain kyoun,
Tera dil toh itna bada hain insaan ka dil Tang hain kyoun”

Fresh Flowers

There are women whose thoughtful husbands buy them flowers for no reason. And then there's me. One day I couldn't stand it any longer. "Why don't you ever bring me flowers?" I asked.

"What's the point?" my husband said. "They die after about a week."

"So could you," I shot back, "but I still like having you around."

Blindsided: Reader's Digest

Two friends run into each other while walking their dogs. One suggests lunch. The other says, "They won't let us in a restaurant with pets."

Undeterred, the first guy and his German shepherd head into the restaurant. The maître d' stops them, saying, "Sir, you can't bring your dog in here."

"But I'm blind," the man replies, "and this is my guide dog."

The maître d', apologizing profusely, shows both man and dog to a table.

His friend waits five minutes, then tries the same routine. "You have a Chihuahua for a guide dog?" the skeptical maître d' says.

"A Chihuahua?" the man says. "Is that what they gave me?"

Happy Days

^^^^^^^ Nanu & Dibbu ^^^^^^^


As soon as my cab entered Meerut, I felt a sense of belongingness ...unlimited child hood memories, lessons learnt, acquaintances made, those cycle lessons, fighting over endless hide n seek, meals at neighbors place, staying at friends place, making castles in the sand, getting hurt while picking fruits from the backyard, waiting for the school bus at the same bus stop for close to 9 years,..... oh so much to remember....... I was overwhelmed. So much has changed in my home town.... the fast life has caught up this city, which was relaxed in its pace. However, suddenly a gush of incidents like a morning walk at 5.30 a.m on a chilly winter morning; getting breakfast for all, when we'd stay at his place; Ice- creams after lunch; scolding us for eating snacks when they were being served for only my dad (lol); getting us endless dresses...... oh god when it comes to courtseys you cant's really beat him!!!!

As my cab took turns and finally reached my Nanu's place, I just hurriedly went inside and hugged him. He was lying comfortably ( Knowing him I guess I made him uncomfortable ).... all I asked him was- "Are you still writing it?" He said, "No!" before I could react, everyone came in the room so dint want to bring this topic. For those of you who don't know what am I referring to, its just that I have requested him to pen down his childhood days, any memories and special events in his life, for it would be the memories for future generations to come. Bed time stories of his real life incidents. I wish he does it at his own pace but does it.

He's 94, has a fragile frame and his glasses, have been there for n number of years! The only one living grand parent I have. I really value him and his presence. Thanks god once again!!!!

Reader Digest Joke

As I was admitted to the hospital prior to a procedure, the clerk asked for my wrist, saying, "I'm going to give you a bracelet."

"Has it got rubies and diamonds?" I asked coyly.

"No," he said. "But it costs just as much."

Cursing at WORK

To:

Dear Employees:

It has been brought to management's attention that some individuals throughout
the company have been using foul language during the course of normal
conversation with their co-workers.

Due to complaints received from some employees who may be easily offended, this
type of language will no longer be tolerated.

We do, however, realize the critical importance of being able to accurately
convey your feelings when communicating with co-workers.

Therefore, a list of 19 New and Innovative 'TRY SAYING' phrases have been
provided so that proper exchange of ideas and information can continue in an
effective manner.

Number 1
TRY SAYING: I think you could use more training.
INSTEAD OF: You don't know what the f___ you're doing.

Number 2
TRY SAYING: She's an aggressive go-getter.
INSTEAD OF: She's a f___ing bit__.

Number 3
TRY SAYING: Perhaps I can work late.
INSTEAD OF: And when the f___ do you expect me to do this?

Number 4
TRY SAYING: I'm certain that isn't feasible.
INSTEAD OF: No f___ing way.

Number 5
TRY SAYING: Really?
INSTEAD OF: You've got to be f___ing sh___ing me!

Number 6
TRY SAYING: Perhaps you should check with...
INSTEAD OF: Tell someone who gives a sh__.

Number 7
TRY SAYING: I wasn't involved in the project.
INSTEAD OF: It's not my f___ing problem.

Number 8
TRY SAYING: That's interesting.
INSTEAD OF: What the f___?

Number 9
TRY SAYING: I'm not sure this can be implemented.
INSTEAD OF: This sh__ won't work.

Number 10
TRY SAYING: I'll try to schedule that.
INSTEAD OF: Why the f___ didn't you tell me sooner?

Number 11
TRY SAYING: He's not familiar with the issues.
INSTEAD OF: He's got his head up his a__.

Number 12
TRY SAYING: Excuse me, sir?
INSTEAD OF: Eat sh__ and die.

Number 13
TRY SAYING: So you weren't happy with it?
INSTEAD OF: Kiss my a__.

Number 14
TRY SAYING: I'm a bit overloaded at the moment.
INSTEAD OF: F__ it, I'm on salary.

Number 15
TRY SAYING: I don't think you understand.
INSTEAD OF: Shove it up your a__.

Number 16
TRY SAYING: I love a challenge.
INSTEAD OF: This f___ing job sucks.

Number 17
TRY SAYING: You want me to take care of that?
INSTEAD OF: Who the f___ died and made you boss?

Number 18
TRY SAYING: He's somewhat insensitive.
INSTEAD OF: He's a pr_ck.

Number 19
TRY SAYING: Has this been thought out?
INSTEAD OF: What the f___ could go wrong!

Thank You,
Human Resources

Have a good day!!!

For all the Dog Loverzzzzzzzzz

The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his
tongue.
-Anonymous




There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.
-Ben Williams


A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.
-Josh Billings


The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.
-Andy Rooney


Dogs love their friends & bite their enemies, quite unlike people, who are
incapable of pure love & always have to mix love & hate.
-Anonymous


Anybody who doesn't know what soap tastes like never washed a dog.
-Franklin P. Jones


If your dog is fat, you aren't getting enough exercise .
-Unknown


My dog is worried about the economy because Alpo is up to $3.00 a can.
That's almost $21.00 in dog money.
-Joe Weinstein


Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get
used to the idea.
-Robert A. Heinlein


If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you;
that is the principal difference between a dog and a man.
-Mark Twain


Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
-Roger Caras


If you think dogs can't count, try putting three dog biscuits in your pocket
and then give him only two of them.
-Phil Pastoret

For All men who want to woo "WOMEN"

NINE WORDS WOMEN USE



(1) Fine: This is the word women use to end an argument when they are right and you need to shut up.



(2) Five Minutes: If she is getting dressed, this means a half an hour. Five minutes is only five minutes if you have just been given five more minutes to watch the game before helping around the house.



(3) Nothing: This is the calm before the storm. This means something, and you should be on your toes. Arguments that begin with nothing usually end in fine.

(4) Go Ahead: This is a dare, not permission. Don't Do It!



(5) Loud Sigh: This is actually a word, but is a non-verbal statement often misunderstood by men. A loud sigh means she thinks you are an idiot and wonders why she is wasting her time standing here and arguing with you about nothing. (Refer back to # 3 for the meaning of nothing.)



(6) That's Okay: This is one of the most dangerous statements a women can make to a man. That's okay means she wants to think long and hard before deciding how and when you will pay for your mistake.



(7) Thanks: A woman is thanking you, do not question, or faint. Just say you're welcome. (I want to add in a clause here - This is true, unless she says 'Thanks a lot' - that is PURE sarcasm and she is not thanking you at all. DO NOT say 'you're welcome' . that will bring on a 'whatever').



(8) Whatever: Is a woman's way of saying F-- YOU!



(9) Don't worry about it, I got it: Another dangerous statement, meaning this is something that a woman has told a man to do several times, but is now doing it herself. This will later result in a man asking 'What's wrong?' For the woman's response refer to # 3.

*Thought for the Day: Believe

This story is dedicated to all the poeple who are disoriented in their life for some reason or the other. Cheer up!!! Bad dats only mean that your good time is about to begin!!!! Keep the faith :)
A young and successful executive was travelling down a
neighbourhood street, going a bit too fast in his new Jaguar. He was
watching for kids darting out from between parked cars and slowed down when
he thought he saw something. As his car passed, no children appeared.
Instead, a brick smashed into the Jag's side door! He slammed on the brakes
and backed the Jag back to the spot where the brick had been thrown.

The angry driver then jumped out of the car, grabbed the nearest
kid and pushed him up against a parked car shouting, "What was that all
about and who are you? Just what the heck are you doing? That's a new car
and that brick you threw is going to cost a lot of money. Why did you do
it?"

The young boy was apologetic.
"Please, mister...please, I'm sorry but I didn't know what else to
do,"He pleaded. "I threw the brick because no one else would stop..."
With tears dripping down his face and off his chin, the boy pointed to a
spot just around parked car. "It's my brother," he said. "He rolled off
the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can't lift him up."

Now sobbing, the boy asked the stunned executive, "Would you
please help me get him back into his wheelchair? He's hurt and he's too
heavy for me."

Moved beyond words, the driver tried to swallow the rapidly
swelling lump in his throat. He hurriedly lifted the handicapped boy back
into the wheelchair, then took out a linen handkerchief and dabbed at the
fresh scrapes and cuts. A quick look told him everything was going to be
okay..

"Thank you and may God bless you," the grateful child told the stranger.

Too shook up for words, the man simply watched the boy push his
wheelchair- bound brother down the sidewalk toward their home.

It was a long, slow walk back to the Jaguar. The damage was very
noticeable, but the driver never bothered to repair the dented side door.
He kept the dent there to remind him of this message "Don't go through
life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your
attention!"

God whispers in our souls and speaks to our hearts. Sometimes when
we don't have time to listen, He has to throw a brick at us.

It's our choice to listen or not.

*Thought for the Day:
If God had a refrigerator, your picture would be on it.
If He had a wallet, your photo would be in it.
He sends you flowers every spring and sunrise every morning.
Yes my, friend - He loves you!
*God didn't promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without
rain, but He did promise strength for the day,comfort for the tears, and light for
the way.

The Gentlemen's Disaster

It’s sad but it’s over now … Yeah I am talking about the glorious victory of The New Age Indian Cricket in 2007 - with unknown faces brimming with the passion for the cricket- That’s it. 2 years later all the unknown faces had become God’s of cricket globally but all of them failed miserably under highly demanding conditions. To make matters worst, Mr. Cool Captain seeks lame excuses for not even coming close to the World T-20 Champions Title.



Like many I am disappointed and all I wonder is “Why is success so short lived?” I am sure other teams are practicing and improvising on their games but that doesn’t mean that as champions we would have no standards. Even in our own IPL how many of Indian Cricketers did well??? There is so much of exposure for anyone who plays cricket but really once these endorsements come in to pictures all cricketers think about is Moolah! And the game is long forgotten!

I am a Cricket lover, worship it like a religion. However the Indian teams performance was hopeless and way below my expectations!!! Though memories of the 2007 T-20 matches still lingers on – one of the most finest teams in terms of fielding, bowling and batting. All the players had a fair idea of what is expected out of them. This time the word ‘team’ was missing in the Indian cricket team.

Technology HOrror!!!! :( sad but true

Last evening around 9ish sister and I went to get gas filled in the car.I am going to narrate one the most horrifying use of technology I've ever seen! Since we had nothing much to do we decided to take a drive till Toll and without realising things any further we called on of our frenz and drove till Sarojini Nagar.

There was this Delhi Indica white in colour and the only peculiar thing I remember is not its number but FAAA...RRRRRRGH written on its wind screen. We both were stuck in jam and suddenly I saw some flimsy (X rated clip on the LCD screen in the Indica). I was not wearing my glasses but then asked my sister to confirm if I was imagining things or whether it's some raunchy dancing video. She was horrified with the sight. May be the guy driving the car saw it and folded the screen and within seconds later he went ahead with this act.

Though I am pretty Stern ...blunt and loud about things however I was not sure if I could do something, there were hordes of car honking at the Ashram Flyover(those in Delhi would know what am I talking about! All we did was to slow down and let other cars in between (may be I was scared or was not in a mood with the increasing rate of crime against women. Whatever it was .... It was more of a moment of weakness!

I am sure things are developed and designed with the aim of helping mankind!! But there is always a flip side to it which is dark and just about multiple people who'd want to manipulate technologies to fulfill your whims and fancies!!! This incident might be one of its own kind however but if nothing is don't to stop it - it's going to be jungle rule instead of DEMOCRACY!!!! I really don't feel safe in my own country ...my pride! There are still thoughts in my head and most importantly anger that we have to do something about it!!!

Weekend : Lazy Bum

The weekend has started with on going nagging of my parents ....Priya Why don't ya go for a walk! It's healthy and me stuffing my ears with cotton and sleeping till late! yeah I have been struggling on many aspects in my life currently. But my being over-weight is quite visible! LOL (always is)

We keep blaming stress and promoting unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking for busting stress or eating nah I guess hogging suits it better.Life is very uncertain: you need to introspect yourself every now then and be with positive people! I have been delaying it forever now but have been reading and getting some sense into my little brain!





Here's to all the people who want to or have been dying to loose those extra kilos :
"Crash dieting is like a fling with a bad boy even when you are in it, you know it's not going to work long term; and modifying your lifestyle is like being in a loving and committed relationship, it might get boring sometimes, but its the key to your mental and physical well being!"
Go get a healthy lifestyle and a little work out can make the difference you need! I am too getting outta here!!!!

Daughter in law's Revenge

THIS MUST BE COUNTED AS THE BEST MOTHER-IN-LAW JOKE!

A married couple was in a terrible accident where the man's face was severely burned.
The doctor told the husband that they couldn't graft any skin from his body
because he was too skinny. So the wife offered to donate some of her own
skin.

However, the only skin on her body that the doctor felt was suitable would
have to come from her buttocks. The husband and wife agreed that they would
tell no one about where the Skin came from, and they requested that the
doctor also honor their secret. After all, this was a very delicate matter.

After the surgery was completed, everyone was astounded at the man's new
face. He looked more handsome than he ever had before! All his friends and
relatives just went on and on about his youthful beauty!

One day, he was alone with his wife, and he was overcome with emotion at her
sacrifice. He said, 'Dear, I just want to thank you for everything you did for me. How can I possibly repay you?'
'My darling,' she replied,' I get all the thanks I need every time I see
your mother kiss you on the cheek.'

Reader's Digest

Strange.......I know, I am not well for past couple of days. Have not been to work and am at home just sitting and relaxing! Today I just caught glimpse of rd.com ...which reminded me of my old childhood days and a good old man- My grand Father who is as grand as he can be! A man who lives his life on his own terms- belive me when I say that he's 94 and still strong, his daily routine is still the same till date! He is very fond of Reader's digest and he has his own collection of more that couple of thousands of them. He's been reading them for a while now. I still remember the summer vacation wherein we'd stay at my Nani's house (yeah it's strange but we all call it Nani's house never Nana's house). and I'd quietly watch him reading it and sharing things with my Nani! I mean his modesty and humbleness still kills me, he just has no airs - he's a well read man. You can go to him for anything and you'd never be disappointed. My only problem is he's too conventional unlike my Nani who was very contemporary! I wish she was alive!

This one is for ya oldies I quite miss you guys.... now this really makes me want to speak with you Nanu! :(

(PS : I dont have any soft copy of nanu's pic so no pic for this one ) bohooooooooo

The BESTt & WORST of IPL 2

************************* An article in TOI************************************


So, IPL 2 has finally drawn to an end. Cricket junkies needn't despair; they'll soon get their next fix from the T20 World Cup. Meanwhile, here's a (mostly) tongue-in-cheek look at the highs and lows of this year's tournament.



Finds of the tournament: Manish Pandey and Shadab Jakati. A lot more will surely be heard of these two young men. And Dirk Nannes, while no spring chicken, had a dream IPL debut right up till the semi-final, where it all went horribly wrong for him and Delhi Daredevils.



Most overhyped IPL debuts: Kamran Khan was supposed to be Shane Warne's secret weapon but himself ended up as the biggest victim of his suspect action. Flintoff and Pietersen hardly justified their fees. In fact, Pietersen's return to England after five matches, which put Kumble in the driver's seat, was probably the best thing that happened to Royal Challengers. Finally, Mashrafe Mortaza spent almost the entire tournament on the bench and when he did play, promptly handed Rohit Sharma a gift-wrapped 26-run over.



Evergreen legends: Hayden, Gilchrist, Kumble and Warne all proved that retirement doesn't hurt the skills of true champs. If anything, it may actually help. By the way, I was furiously criticised for picking Kumble in both my over-35 XI and IPL dream XI. No surprise there, even great batsmen have underestimated him over the years -- and paid for it. But after his amazing spell in the final, I hope I'll be forgiven for crowing a bit.



Incidentally, in a previous piece, I'd asked 'Do retired players make best IPL captains'? As it turned out, both the finalists were led by men who have retired from international cricket (Kumble and Gilchrist). Excuse me while I go caw-caw.



Sad sights: Not every great shone. Sourav Ganguly played a couple of sizzling knocks but was otherwise largely disappointing. Sachin Tendulkar confirmed, yet again, that captaincy is not his cup of tea, in any format. VVS Laxman and Chaminda Vaas were quickly benched after some disastrous performances. But at least they all got a chance to play. Poor Glenn McGrath never got to bowl even one ball in anger.



Innings of the tournament: Many contenders, including the two centuries by de Villiers and Pandey, and Ross Taylor's 33-ball 81 against Knight Riders. For sheer impact and breathtaking brutality, though, it's hard to beat Gilchrist's 35-ball 85 which left the Daredevils dazed.



Best over by a bowler: Again, lots of contenders in a tournament which saw bowlers playing a big role and three hat-tricks. My vote would go to Irfan Pathan denying Rohit Sharma and Deccan Chargers right at the end, and Munaf Patel keeping his head even as Mumbai's batsmen lost theirs in a dramatic final over. Of course, this being cricket, Munaf was smashed for 25 runs in one over by Delhi Daredevils shortly thereafter.



Talk of irony: IPL 1's No. 8 won IPL 2, and No. 7 finished second. Also, the highest score of IPL 2 was 211-4, by Rajasthan Royals. The lowest score? 58, also by Rajasthan Royals!



Most thrilling match: Many matches went right down to the last ball, but only one went beyond: the Super Over which was won by Rajasthan Royals. No one who saw that match will forget it in a hurry.



Sweet revenge: The next time Rajasthan Royals and Knight Riders played, the Knights beat the defending champs to knock them out of the tournament. Also, Royal Challengers were thrashed by 92 runs by Chennai Super Kings in their first league encounter, but responded by beating them twice, including in the semi-final. And Deccan Chargers lost to Royal Challengers in a largely tension-free final league match, but beat them in the game that really counted.



Funniest moment: One frisky dog successfully foiled the best efforts of ground staffers to lure him off the field, even as several strapping cricketers maintained a discreet distance.



Saddest moment: Brendon McCullum's despair as he played a blistering knock, then took a brilliant catch, and still ended up on the losing side as Ross Taylor played a blinder for Royal Challengers.



IPL owner we most want to hug: Preity Zinta. The finance ministry should consider imposing a fringe benefits tax on all the Kings XI players at the receiving end of Ms Zinta's jhappies.



IPL owner we most want to scold: Shah Rukh, Shah Rukh. Good boys don't take potshots at living legends, especially when those legends go on to be proved right. If someone criticises your movies, will you now say that they should go make their own? In which case, who will watch yours?



Most derided person associated with IPL: John Buchanan's weird theories and weirder decisions ensured he'd win this one hands down. I wonder if there's any truth to the rumour that he will be replaced next year by Steve Waugh? Given Waugh's past chemistry with Dada, that could ensure that Knight Riders continue to provide lots of off-field entertainment. But at least they can take heart from Deccan Chargers, who finished last in IPL 1 before going on to win IPL 2.



Most cheered person associated with IPL: Naturally, Fake IPL Player. We lapped up his innuendo, chortled at his wicked sense of humour and generally tracked his blog with the kind of enthusiasm usually reserved for chartbusting TV soaps.



One feature we don't want to see next year: Mr Lalit Modi, give us a break from strategy breaks. Advertisers may love them, but nobody else does.



One feature we definitely want to see next year: Three cheers for the cheerleaders! When IPL returns to India, can we please watch them in action without any fuss?



And finally, a chain SMS that's doing the rounds that I can't resist putting up: Next year's IPL will be in Pakistan. The cheerleaders will wear burkhas, the security will be provided by the Taliban and al-Qaida and there will be a bomb blast after every sixer and wicket!



Cheers and see you soon at the T20 World Cup!

Pleasently Hot !!!!!

This summers one thing I am glad about is flower power...Even this scorching heat and humidity does not leave me so exhausted!


I have some awesome child hood memories associated with this tree and its magnificent flowers...and the best part is these flowers are yellow and later they happily fade away to white - which is a peaceful shade! I have always admired the quality of these flowers to be able to withstand heat and fiery sun!

I feel our lives are the same we all strive for success & happiness around us, however we all have to undergo the pain, give away our blood and sweat to finally achieve our desires!!!!

The Slightly Psychic Test ...

The result for The Slightly Psychic Test...

Pensive / Hesitant

Pensive, slightly hesitant.

Those are your two main character traits, they also are the most common: You scored 70% Dreamer and 55% Hesitant. Other results are hidden, this is not all about numbers! But always remember everyone is unique.

Given your results, you don't look like a complete dreamer, nor the kind of person who will refuse the invitation you wanted so much, but was too afraid to ask for. You are not overly ambitious, however your heart is definitely at it.

During the test, you didn't seek incredibly complex answers to simple questions. That's how you are in your life as well, or at least try to be. Many designers will agree: This is a Good Thing.

Those are not your two only traits! Far from it. You are strong-minded, and even though you sometimes miss occasions, you are always working on improving that. More of the kind of person to let yourself loose into music, into the stories you like. That's likely what the Dreamer part means.

You want so much out of this life. More than you currently have. You sometimes tell yourself how wasting time is such a pity, how you want something different. You are tired of the same-old-same which can last years. There has definitely been recent change, but there are things you still wish; while it may seem like a long way towards them now, the sooner you get started, the quicker you will reach them.

More to the point, you seem to be someone who didn't have a very calm childhood. For you, it was more of a time of movement, of changes, of learning and new experiences. As much as you sometimes hope some of this still holds, deep down into you you know it's different now. It could be the positive view on the world, it could be the bursts of energy, it could be anything. But you shouldn't be worrying about this. It's completely normal to be different to your "inner child"! And I'm sure you know that, right? :-)

You are also careful with memories. You tend to preserve them. Keep hold of the good ones. Keeping photographs or letters, maybe archiving emails.

It can sometimes be hard reliving the bad ones, and that is completely understandable. The ones already well behind should not be awakened; as for the more recent events, keep walking and they won't follow. Don't stand still. Don't stay in a place you don't want to be.

There is only so much you can do with numbers. I could go on and on, but tests like this are not specific enough. I'm very interested on your opinion on this analysis, so feel free to send me a message, and I will answer any further question you have. :)

However, I want you, if you have read this far, to have a look at the various techniques behind all this. Just have a look.

Take The Slightly Psychic Test at HelloQuizzy

Shaadi.com

Yeah after umpteenth heart-breaks I have given up on the idea of love marriage ….love …romance…not the first time though but the final end to dreams for a guy who’d treat me like his best friend for the rest of his life!!! It becomes difficult for men, as for them till the time there is some mystery around ya they are bound to ya…. But as soon as the mystery get revealed they are least interested to be with ya…… may be my ideology of being with someone who’s got intelligence and intellect and not too much focused on looks doesn’t seems to working out. But what made me write this blog was the insistence of my family to be on Shaadi.com….which I feel is other kind of networking site!
This weekend has been hilarious for various reasons but this shaadi.com experience is completely new to me. I mean those funny icons of heart break when you decline someone, or people who are no match to ya would send requests to you. Anyways, another cracked up thing is that people who’d like you – you would not like them or the people whom you’d like they would not like ya!!! In both the cases you are compromising. I am finding it too funny but let’s see what happens if someone who’s been so rigid tries to keep in mind everyone’s happiness and listens to them!!!!! Keeping my fingers crossed. As I am a dreamer I would continue to dream …… let’s see if my prince charming bumps into me on Shaadi.com! (LOL)

Few Moments of FAME!!!!! ;)

Some people sometimes really get lucky….. Today I felt the same when I almost lived my dreams. Like as kid we always wish that someday I’d come on television. Today I actually appeared on one of the talk shows on LOK SABHA CHANNEL, ‘Asmita’ where we were discussing summer courses. I was one of the panelists at the talk show and I was required to talk about BPO trainings- My first love and passion.

I was anxious and excited, like child and was waiting for the cab from the channel which they had confirmed for 2.45 p.m. In spite of being a governmental channel there was only 15 minutes delay. The cabbie was courteous enough to tell me “Sorry for the delay!” I was totally amazed that the studio was inside our very own ‘Parliament House’. I am mesmerized by its vastness…Damn it does not ends and its calmness and serenity. For a moment I felt I am not in Delhi. The feeling was great! The cabbie stopped at an entrance and told me to enter the reception. When I went to the reception there was a security check, believe me when I say security people were 10 shades better than any other security staff(courteous and polite). Anyways I had to undergo 5 such checks but I dint mind it at all as the staff made it look like a child’s play.


We were directed to a corridor where I was introduced to Sameena the hostess of the program. I was shocked to look at her; her face was almost like a pan-cake. Her skin must be cursing her for doing such injustice. Oh man!!! She had make up all over her! She took us inside the studio where I met the other panelists- Mr. Sharma (Director YMCA), Ms Chitra (Director of a Theatre society at a college), Mr. Gaurav Sethi (Owner of a Fashion institute and couple of export houses), Ms Shikha (multi talented person she is a full time teacher at an International School, Part time works for an advertising agency and also runs hobby classes for art and craft) and Someone like me who is highly immature, and a firm believer of her dreams and an enriching experience of 6 years in BPO industry.



Anyways we were given a briefing and Sameena shared with us that there will be no editing hence its going to get recorded live. Shikha and I in particular were nervous when Sameena dropped the bomb- “ Aaap Sabko hindi main baat karni hain! Kosish kijiyega ki aap zyadatar hindi main hi baat karein.” Wohooooo I felt for moment I should run away I cannot do it. My heart started pounding so fast. Okay finally the audience was called in and we were asked to be seated. One of the productions boy was helping the Male panelists to fix their collar mics. When he saw me he said “Take it in!!!” :O Hella ya ……right guys yeah …but I stood up and said “This is embarrassing I mean what does he means by that, I will not do it!!!” Anyways I guess the big boss was listening he came running and disconnected the mic and told me put the damn thing on my collar from inside so that only the mic is visible not the cable. So FAR SO GOOD!!!! That’s all I’d say…..



Then they had this mic testing wherein everybody was bragging and I just said ‘Nashkar my name is Priya” and Sameena told me “Aap thoda aur boliye ….please hindi main boliye ….. !!!!!!! Anyways there I went- “ Mera naam Priya Kanchanbaras hain. Main pichley 6 saalon sey BPO main kaam kar rahin hoon. Angrezi un bhashaon main sey hain jo vishva main srvadhik boli jaati hain, kintu har jagah ek hi tarah sey nahin boli jaati. Aur jaisa ki aap sab jaantey hain ki Call centres main UK, US aur Austrailia sey business aata hain , is liye ek call centre executive ko English ka extensive gyan hona anivarya hain! Inhi karno varsh call centres training mein English Grammar, Telephone etiquettes and voice modulation par adhik zor hota hain. Chyunki aajkal youth learning key saath earn bhi karna chahta hain isliye yeh ek acha zariya hian.” Kuddooozzzzzzzzzz to ma Hindi okay LOL (Lemme translate it for those who cant understand “My name is Priya Kanchanbaras. I have been working for last 6 years in the BPO industry. English is one of the most spoken languages globally, however the diction differs. Since a lot of business is outsourced from US, UK and Australia hence executives need to be well versed in English. That’s why Training at most BPO covers following extensively – English Grammar, Telephone etiquettes, Soft skills, etc.)By the end of it I could hear my heart beating.

Gosh I was so dead!!! Anyways the next section comprised of discussion about “How to convince Parents?” I really liked what Mr. Sharma (Director YMCA) Said “If you are convinced I think it’s easier to convince your parents!” Then Sameena said –“Priya Aaap bataiye Call centres ko aaj bhi ek respectable career key roop main nahin dekha jaata hain- toh bachey kaisey parents ko convince karein?” (Translated in English _” Priya , I would like to ask you that how should youngsters convince their parents when the call centers are not looked upon as a respectable carrier?) Again the spotlight was on me… I shakily started-“ Yeh bahut acha prashn poocha aapney! Main khud ek chotey shehar sey hoon, jiska naam hain Meerut! Aaj sey 6 years pehley jab mainey BPO join kiya toh is tarah key kaafi sawal mujh sey bhi poochey gaye. Aajkal media aur press intervention bahut adhik hain, bachon ko exposure bhi kaafi hain isiliye Mata pita ko explain karna itna mushkil nahin. Aaj kal mata pita bhi apney bachon ki khushi ko hi aapni khushi mantey hain, isliye unko agar patiently samjhaya jaye toh veh samajh jaatey hain!”
(English translation-“ That’s a good question! I hail from a small town – Meerut! Hence when I joined BPO there were lot of eye-brows raised and I had to talk to my parents and convince them as well. Times have changed in past 6 yrs, the press and media has become very active. Hence the exposure youngsters have now is better which gives them an edge to patiently put across things to their parents!) Ahhhh What a relief? Was’ not expecting it, yet there was an applaud! :)

The others were talking as well but to be honest I was focusing more on what I had to say and putting my thoughts in order since I had to think a lot before speaking in Hindi! When Sameena told me that only 2 more sections are left- I breathed a sigh of relief! So in next section Sameena asked –“Kya safety measures liye jaatein hain call centre employees ke liye? Aapko kya lagta hain zayda ladkiya hotin hain call centres main ladko key muqabley main? (English Translation- What about the safety of employees at call centres? What is the ratio of females to males at a call centers?”) This question really caught me thinking. I said I have to be politically correct this time I cant be emotional here, -“ Well, mujhey lagta hian call centre industry, airlines aur hospitality industry ki hi tarah 24*7 kaam karti hain. In 6 years mein mujhey lagta hain ki is industry sey zyada organize koi bhi industry nahin hain. Yahan par policies itni zyada employee centric hain ki ek employee ko koi chinta karnei ki baat nahin!” (I said like any other 24*7 industry be it airlines or Hospitality BPO have and strict policy for employee development and safety. I feel that there is not other industry like BPO for the way it is structured. The policies of any BPO are centric to employees, that an employee is carefree about it!) Sameena interrupted- “Safety policy par thodi rushing daliye?” (Sameena said- What about the safety measure?”) I said- “Agar aap apneyaap sey comfortable hain aapkey saath kuch bhi galat nahin hoga, lekin agar aap hi vulnerable hain toh chaein aap bank ya PSU ya Call centres main ho aap kahin bhi safe nahin!” (I replied-“If you comfortable with who you are there is nothing that would go wrong with you, but if you vulnerable than irrespective of the industry you’re in be it PSU or banks or call centre you’re not safe!) Is par Sameena wittily asked me –“ Kya ratio hota hain ladko ka ladkiyon sey call centres main? (Sameena was quick enough to ask me-“So what is the ratio between the men and women working at BPO’s?)And I was quick enough to say-“ Mujhey lagta hain, Ladkiya ladko sey zyada kushal hoti hain baatein bananey main, isliye ladkiya outnumber kar denti hain ladko ko!!!!!” (I said-“I feel girls are better when it comes to striking a conversation hence the girls always outnumbers boys!” LOL) and everyone in the audience started giggling!

Then Sameena said this is the final section wherein the audience gets to ask the panelists questions, amazed I was that out of 5 questions asked 3 questions were directed to me!
The first question came from a student –“Es mandi key samay main jab saarey badey rashtra aapni economy ko bachaney main lagey huin hain, toh aapko nahin lagta call centre industry khatrey main hian?
(English Translation-“ In the times of Global economy crises, all the nations are working towards building their economy, Don’t ya think joining call centres at such a time would be very risky?)
I smiled (That’s typical of me when I am very nervous!)- “Main kahoongi yeh ek bahut mahatvpoorna sawaal hain aajkal yuvaon key dil main, par koi baat nahin karma chahta! Pichley 9 saalon main BPO in Bharat ka naqsha hi badal diya hain! Is industry ney na kewal beyrozgaroon ko rozgar diya hain balki ek aisey jeevan ka moh diya jo aaj sey 10-12 saal pehley log kewal kalpana kar saktey they! Par mujhey aap sabko yeh batatey huye bahut khushi ho rahi hain ki is mandi key samay main bhi BPO kahin nahin jaarahey hain! Agar antarashtriya level par US, UK aur Australia aapna business wapis ley bhi leyti hain toh India main national level par aaj bhi bahut sey call centre hain! Iska sabsey bada sabot hain koi bhi rozgaar ka supplement, jismein sabsey zyada BPO hiring key hi vigyapan hotein hain! Aur who bhi 20 ya 30 log nain 250 aur 300 log!”
(English translation- “ I’d say that an important aspect that am sure people from BPO industry are concerned about yet no one talks about it! I feel that BPO’s have changed the very face of India! This industry has given not only employment opportunities for the unemployed but has led a lot of people towards a life any youngsters could only dream off couple of years ago. However I am very glad to share with all of you that in the future even if countries like US or UK or Australia withdrew their business there is nothing to worry, India is still in the face of developing the service industry across various industries. So if you pick up any employment supplement it’s filled with hiring at various BPO and the number is not 20 or 30 odd people but it’s 250 to 300 people!”

I guess that was it, the last question, and I was elated to be a part of such discussion. Why am I writing today after so many days of leaving this post incomplete!!!! Moolah - yeah one of the co-coordinator from the channel’s called to ask me how my name is spelled, so that she could mail me my check!!!! WOW what an experience - a really enriching one!

A Heartfelt Thanks

It takes all kinds of people to make this world. Some people come in your life to make you more miserable and others support you in your crises. It was his choice, if he feels that way, God bless him. I wish him all the luck. But I had no clue that at this stage, all my friends would literally shower all their love and affection towards me. You know at such time we always curse god but I am really glad that god gave me such a support system. Thanks Payal, Celeste, Soumya, Geet and Neha, Prajwal(was not expecting it at all from you), Pema, Leena, Most adorable Brother Ankur..... (sorry if I missed on anyone's name). I am stronger and a better human being coz of you!!! Thanks again guys!

NO matter what happens tomorrow, I would conclude in a filmy style "Hum Dost hain or Rahengey!!!!"

Ranjeet Garu

Sometimes in life you meet people, and you get this feeling that they don't belong to this materialistic, selfish world. And I am blessed to work with one of those. That's one of my colleagues Ranjeet! I was dumbstruck to know that such people exist! He might read it someday or may be not, but he is definitely god sent angel. I mean I have no words when I see his simplicity which is coupled with High thinking. It's so mesmerizing. I mean this person would stand up for every wrong and would give you all heads up. Often his arguments would be supported with examples which are really heartfelt. Like today he wanted to emphasize on the fact that how accuracy of feedback is important for training & the OJT of our employees. All he said was- "I see a beggar on road I would give him 1 Rupees. it should not affect me how he spends it? The accuracy has to be maintained- it need not be spiced up nor it should be mellowed down."
I look forward to come to work only because of him and Upasana! I am not sure if they'd read it or not. but what the heck...Guys we are an awesome team in the first place! Looking forward to have an enhanced learning environment. TEAM MEMBER SALUTE :) May be a Golden Pin someday!!!!!

“Ask and you shall get”

We all grow up and forget about our own beliefs as kids. I am sure all of us have had stockings right outside our doors expecting Santa to drop in goodies for us! We would pray to god right before our exams, because we believed that our exams papers would comprise of questions we know really well! Yet as we grow up we leave all our faith and beliefs behind, today something happened which definitely made my belief stronger – It was not sheer luck for me. It was a prayer heard!!!!

Today after a long time(since December) my boss was not at work. And believe me when I say what a day? I had no work so the entire day passed really smoothly – wrote a blog, then took couple of silly quizzes on Facebook! I mean I really wish I could spend days like this at work. Anyways, it was a wonderful day – 10 people at office, no boss, unlimited breaks, no arguments, no deadlines, no sessions …nothing …hola! The clock struck 6 and I was off! It was exactly 6:00 by my watch IST.
(Since most of you are not aware my office is in the heart of Delhi which is Cannaught Place. Crossing the road takes nothing less than 10 minutes on a Monday.) I guess since I did not had my daily doze of stress today. I nearly escaped an accident while crossing the road. Anyways, I saw loads of Auto rickshaw, was thinking – “Soon I’d be off to home!” What a pity???? This is how the conversation went:

Me: Auto!!!!!!
Auto Driver: Kahan jaana hain???? (Where would you go?)
Me: Mayur Vihar!!!!(spilled the beans I guess)
Auto Driver: Nahin Madam wahan Nahin jayengey!!!(I will not go to Mayur Vihar!!!)
Ghrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

1….2……3….4….5…6…7….. my……. my patience was kind of wearing off. There were near about 10-15 Auto Drivers who refused out rightly to go to Mayur Vihar! Worst, they kept waiting right next to me!! I was cursing all of them in my heart (Am I not human???) What’s wrong in going to Mayur Vihar??? And I saw two Autos coming towards me.

All I could remember is this phrase from a Movie I watched last night -Evan Almighty. God tells Evan- Ask and you shall get! I did ask for it! The Auto Guy agreed in one go. I did not even negotiate things with him. This really was a blissful moment for me!!!!
I ardently believe in the power of almighty. Today my belief became even firmer!

Self Appraisal

Today for the first time I have to write a self appraisal at work. One thing, I have never done in my life till date. Looking at those 10 sheets blew me off my feet. How could a person go on talking about his day to day work filling up the spaces for him? In such a short span of 7 months how could an organization ask me such a thing? Amidst such dilemma a funny thought crossed my mind, how about a personal self appraisal? As in how good I am to my age, values and ethics? Did it ever cross your mind?

The form talks about “Personal Goals first” wait a second …does anyone has personal goals? I am asked to write 4 of them and critically analyzing each one of them. Yeah okay that’s easy first and foremost would be a Well Paying job at a good Brand. The only constraint is a good Boss (phew…...I am sure most of you would agree with me here. As they say “People leave bosses not the organizations!).
Now the Second Goal would be Spending Quality time with my family and friends! Weekends are great to do that but most often we end up spending time over phones with family and friends. Another constraint to this goal would be long work hours because loads of work. Also if you are not one of those in love all your family and friends talk about is your marriage, you try avoiding them. I am getting there …… man this has really got me thinking. I would not be doing justice here.
The third goal is being able to Pursue a hobby or a study course. It could be anything from dancing to studying a course of my interest. The challenges to this goal would be time, stress and work load. You really don’t have to be brilliant but a first division ensures that your resume looks good! The very thought of putting it in my goal excites me.
Last goal on my agenda would be To trust only myself for the rest of my life. I have been a learner and a believer. I have always shown immense faith and trust in people I love and am friends with. Having said that I feel people easily break your trust and shatter your dreams, and walk past you. The constraint is I can’t control meeting people and liking them, what I can control is, trusting them and their loyalty towards me.

Aint it interesting? Let’s see what’s next! The next column says “Additional Accomplishments and Projects” Okay Yeah I gotcha what to write here- we might not all be doing it on a full time basis. But yeah Firstly, how about being responsible & educated citizens. Being Indians first and then north Indian, South Indians, North East people etc. Things like exercising our fundamental rights and duties, voting diligently, believing in the system created by people we elect, etc. Secondly, adding value to our society by being involved in some or the other social service. I’d like to work for the upliftment of under-privileged kids or the physically challenged.
Ahem now I have to rate myself at all these goals so I’d give myself “Meets Most” which is 5 on 10 as if now.
Wow I dint knew I would have so much to accomplish. I am getting better at this, what say?
Now the next section is still better as it has multiple choices, it talks about Competency (essence and values) which talks about Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Passion, Respect, Peer orientation & Attention to detail.

As an Individual I want to be excellent at relationships that I am born with and I build. I’d like to come up with creative ideas to make someone feel special. Do all of us have a good digestive system? I bet most of us don’t! So how about keeping people secrets to our selves and keeping their trust. Igniting our passion does not need a movie, a death, a crime or a success. I want to be passionate about every form of life around me. “What you give is what you get?” I feel to earn respect I need to give it too. When it comes to friends, we often tend to miss on their opinions, ideas, etc. This only leads to strenuous relationships; if we only listen to them I mean c’mon they are human beings toooo!!!! This one is quite new attention to detail which implies that I collect all the relevant information before acting. Here I fail completely as I either over understand or I completely ignore. I always end up reacting to a situation not acting on it. Oh my gawd!!!!
When it comes to ratings I would rate myself “Below Many” in most of the things I discussed. That would be 3 on 10.
Life’s not Always fair, all our lives we keep running behind moolah, fame, love…but just look around there is so much to attain so that I CAN BE A BETTER HUMAN BEING!!!