Marriages ARE made in Heaven !!

Its been almost a month I have posted something in this blog. And suddenly got a feeling of posting something today and specially about marriage for the "special one" :-) inspite  of me not feeling well.

Marriage is, in essence, finding a friend with whom you can share the rest of your life. It is a decision that has to be taken after lot of sensible thinking and practical analysis shredding all pretence. Marriage is about knowing that no matter how hard your day has been, back at home there is someone to listen you through and to help loosen your knotted shoulder muscles. It is also about having the confidence to voice your opinion freely without worrying what the other person will think you. So yes, it is everything about being compatible and all the above being good friends. Marriage is the sweet and cozy symbiosis between men and women.

Vedas have described marriage as a union of two bodies, two minds, two hearts and two souls that amicably resolve to live with each other. The sole purpose of the marriage is to get a soul-mate –this means relishing the company of someone one adores, getting a shoulder to cry on when one is in despair, getting relieved by oozing the emotions out which one can’t share with rest of the world, having someone consoling when one feels left out……. and the list is endless and perspective dependent.

One wise man had said- ‘always marry your girlfriend, if you couldn’t then make your spouse your girlfriend’.

Sounds awesome but is it pragmatic?

On the contrary, in the world-famous novel ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Jane Austin quotes- “Happiness in Marriage Is Entirely a Matter of Chance”.

Neither love marriage nor arranged marriage is perfect and both have their advantages and disadvantages.

Doesn’t matter what type of a marriage is, the real forte for a couple is turning it into a ‘Love cum arranged marriage’ where parents’ and the couple’s choice concur and it is the best of the both worlds. This does not mean that parents should always concur with the marrying couple’s choice but even in case of an arranged marriage both partners should try to pepper their relationship with faithful love and understanding to make it an ideal and blissful ‘love cum arranged’ marriage.

If any of the entities in the ‘Dynamics of the Marriage’ is ailing, then both partners should try their tooth and nail to fix that problem instead of using their teeth and nails to hurt each other. In every relationship, problems arise but real spirit is continuously striving to get over those problems instead of blaming and keeping quarreling.

In case of beyond-solving problems in a marriage, both partners should develop endurance to overlook the problem and look at the life remembering age old adages- ‘what can’t be cured must be endured’ and ‘this too will be over’.

As per the Indian scriptures, marriage is a sweet relationship which gives an individual the best companion for life and it’s the duty of every married couple to honor its sanctity.

Angdee Birds ..:)

Squawk, virtually..!!!

I first heard of this game from my 3 year old cousin. He kept badgering his dad to hand over his iPad to him. "Angdee Birds, I want " was his refrain. I watched him as he slung 'angdee' birds at grunting pigs. And he wanted me to give him a five every time a pig combusted.

Nostagic...:)

( My first speech in English during my eighth grade for Independence day)

The word "patriotism" brings a biased thought in many people. Is patriotism only laying one's life for one's own country?? No, not at all. Patriotism also includes doing one's own duty correctly and paying reverence to the country. The essence of patriotism is selflessness, a sense of belonging towards the country, a will to make small sacrifices for the good of the society at large.

The month of hope and hoopla

Come Aadi and the wind blows scores of freebies literally sweeping the consumers of their feet.The month of Aadi surely makes its mark in retail therapy. People feel happy returning with bag loads of "good and comfort buys"- items presumably at a lower price. And for the shopaholics like me, it is actually a mini Diwali. Call it the mood enhancer or grabbing the oppurtunity, an outing to the busy markets during this month is almost like a not-to-be-missed shopping event.

Indiblogger contest winner

Yipeee..!!!!

I am in short of words to describe my happiness. :)

I am one of the winners of the "Take flight with Colour" contest conducted by HP and Indiblogger. My joy knows no bounds...:D

This is the first time I am winning such contests. I had participated two such contests before, but couldn't emerge as winner.

And the anticipation for this result started from July3..then postponed to 13 and then 19..and finally the result was out today at 4 in the evening. Thank God that atleast today the indi team let the cat out of the bag..:)

Thanks to all the bloggers who voted for me in this contest.

And not to forget about my other post "Stop and enjoy the beauty of nature", it got selected as the best post for the month by blogjunta...Thanks to blogjunta..!!

http://www.indiblogger.in/topic.php?topic=37

On cloud nine !!

Got the much awaited prestigious Notable Newbie award from Blogadda. Thanks to blogadda for making me featured on their homepage.

 GPR has increased from 0 to 2. Lots of votes have been pouring in for the "Take flight with Colour"  contest conducted by HP and Indiblogger. Reached 50 followers.

Sister's marriage on Sunday....Hoping to see lots of enjoyable moments in this week!! :)

Completed 1 year of blogging

It is like I have started blogging only yesterday. But my blog is 1 year old today...!! And I am no more a newbie...!! Time flies by..

I started to blog without much interest in it. Days passed by and  realised it as an effective medium and outlet of my thoughts.I believe in the fact that  writers literally create new world from scratch. Writing is an exploration.

Being a Kid

I realize it's been a really long time since I posted anything here. It seems like whenever I attempt to post, my mind goes somewhere else or I get caught up doing other things and I just never get back to it. So here it goes..

Sad to say, I've totally slacked off on reading as well. I started a book 2 months before and still couldn't complete it. Everyday,I look at them and I tell myself, "Today I will start reading..." and then I go to college and come home and forget about it. It is due to combination of things...college work, laziness,the summer,lack of creativity..Hold on...!! This post is not something about me and my daily routine.

Was there ever a better time in our lives? Wondering what made me ask this question...:) The last week was very hectic with my practical exams in the peak and whitewash of my house. Caught with lots of interesting things like my dad's childhood photos and even mine while cleaning the storeroom. I had most of my photos scanned but few were missed. While looking at those, I felt like getting back young again.

As kids, everything in the world was perfect. We didn't know what is meant by hatred, jealousy, ego...As kids, we were like free birds. If anyone visited our home, as kids, we just jump and sit in their lap. We were completely innocent. Those were the golden days..!! If I were given the gift of wishes by God, I would definitely opt for my childhood days. No pressure or promises to be met. No writing of blogs too..:)

When I sit back near my window, basking in the warm rays of the sun..
The day reminds me of the lovely spring,
The beautiful days and the bright memories of the past
The magical smiles of the kids take me back to my prime time!!

As I get older, I feel like a bird with feathers cut. Lots of restrictions, rules, stressful life wherever we move about. I can no longer play on the swing, run like crazy. All these make me think " If Pandora had not opened the magic box...??" 

Gone are the days!!
When the school reopened in June,
And we settled in our new desks and
benches!

When we wanted two Sundays and no Mondays, yet
managed to line up daily for the morning prayers.
We learnt writing with
slates and pencils, and
Progressed To fountain pens and ball pens and then Micro tips!

I could still feel the happiness I had when I progressed from pencil to pen in my third grade. I was moving about the house in a three wheel cycle with lots of joy and said it to my grandpa as though I had got admission in Stanford. Wonderful days those were ...!!!

What if God transforms everyone to kid again...?? :)

Tagged by Mohi..!!

"Thanks a lot Mohi for the tag. I am greatly honoured."

It is Mohini who tagged me this time. 

The rules for this tag are as follows:
1. Link the person who tagged you.
2. Reply to the questions below. 

3.Tag 3 or more people.

As per tradition, the person tagged with “MEME, has to answer a questionnaire…. Hope i do full justice to it.

Q1. If you could go back in time to relive one moment, what would it be?

       The  one moment I think of reliving is the day I became the ASPL ( school pupil leader) in my 10th standard. I was voted  by majority of students. Till then, I didn't even took the responsibility of a class leader. That day was a great transition in my life. It instilled in me confidence and courage.

Q2. If you could go back in time and change one thing what would it be?

     Undoubtedly my 12th grade physics answer sheet. That changed my entire pathway. I missed to answer a 5 marks question ( Lorentz Fitgerald contraction ). If I had answered it, I would have been in a different college.

Q3.What movie or T.V character you think you resemble the most in personality?

     I  always wish to be unique.

Q4.Which movie or T.V character would you love to be?

    I don't associate myself with any movie or character. To be frank, I feel it like degrading our own self. 

Q5.If you could push the one person in the whole world of a cliff and get away with it, who would it be?

   Hahaha...:) I really do not have much courage to do so. I  am a person who go with the adage " Life is not a bed of roses." We have to face all the barriers in life. 

Q6.Name one habit you need to change in yourself.

   Short temper. I am easily moved to anger if anything doesn't go my way.

Q7. Describe yourself in one word.

    Amiable..:)

Q8. Describe the person who named you MEME in one word.
     Lovable...Rofl ( Hope you understand Mohi )

     

Q9. Why do you blog?

      It is a medium where I could reflect upon my thoughts. Also a medium to connect with people of different thoughts.

Q10. Name at least 3 people or more people to send this “MEME” and then inform them.

    Sister

    brother

    Madhu 
    Shri
    Monica 

Q11. Link back to the person who tagged you in this “MEME”.
        Mohi

     

Happy Birthday..:))

Birth is your beginning. It is a window to the chance of a lifetime, the chance to fulfill your unique mission. So a birthday is a momentous occasion. It is much more than an occasion to receive gifts. It is a chance to remember the day that a major event occurred, to celebrate and give thanks and to reflect upon how well we are fulfilling our calling.

It’s that time of year again. It’s my birthday today.  Another year old, another year wiser (hopefully) and another year full of changes, challenges and contemplations.  Seeing my age crossing 20, leaves me feel a little old and more responsible. Can’t I just refuse to grow up, or at least refuse to get old? It’s funny to me that despite the chronological number of my age, I don’t feel any difference with now and the days of my childhood. 

Can't still believe that I am turning 21....!!! Time goes faster than I think. 

My first and most precious gift for this day is a blogpost by my brother. My sister was the first to wish me today..:)

          

  Brother's Gift

Exam Results..:)

And finally the results of last semester were out after a long wait on Wednesday. The last 2 weeks had been damn crazy as there were always some rumours about the announcement of results. It was actually scheduled for release on March 6. Exam times are the most dreadful moments for students, which may turn out to be nightmares or blessings. There is not a single student soul on earth that does not fear the terror of exams. They are always in paranoia that the examiner will not let them pass or that they will fail somehow or the other.And I am no exception to it...:)

Though, there is always a mountain of fear and anxiety in my heart, there is always only a tinge of it on my face and in my attitude. People comment on me that I take exams lightly, yet I am able to get brilliant results. The key is to stand rock solid in front of these Frankenstein monsters. One should have the faith in oneself and belief in their capabilities, though some nervousness is bound to creep up. 

Though, I have much confidence on myself, the day when the results were out, my body was full of goose-pimples, and my heart was pounding hard.  The hands of the clock went tick tick tick, like a time bomb. The most dreadful part was the results were announced when I was in college. This time, I saw my results in college with all my friends surrounded...Eventually, the webpage opened up and the results popped up. I had got a percentage of 86. I was so glad and delighted that I had no control over me. It was such a new feeling.

Exams and results are a part of life and as professional development is never ending, so are the exams. Many people succeed while others have to wait for next time. Therefore, one must never forget that after every hurdle, there is another one waiting to get over you. Results will come out as they ought to, however, only wehave the power to turn the tables.

Part - 1 completed..:)

By God's grace, everything went on smooth during the engagement of my elder sister. Engagement is one of the most significant psychological transitions in a woman's life. Inside the newly engaged woman often lie fear, anxiety and sadness. A bride-to-be must face and confront these important internal details. 

The flowers, the dress, the caterer, the guest list...and so on. I was all the while taking photos and it started form home. I was assigned this duty of taking snaps as I cover every nook and corner. It is rightly said that building a house is equivalent to performing a marriage. As of now, only part 1 is completed, yet to go for part-2..:)

So, it's Women's Day again. My post and my interview has got featured in blogjunta.com as part of women's day. Feel much elated and I feel this as my first step towards success...yet to achieve a lot..:)

here goes the link: sanjeetha veni

Nostalgia...!!

The last week had been damn crazy with test after test everyday. To completely rejuvenate myself, I opted to see my childhood photos. I bounced upon lots of interesting things while seeing those. And here are some of those:

1. The greeting cards given to me by my friends when I was in my fifth grade. It was actually for my birthday and as my birthday falls in april (school vacation ), I always miss celebrating it in my school. Luckily, in my fifth grade, we had school till the end of March. My friends made that day so special for me and it was for the first time, I received lots of gifts. I still cherish those memories. Not to forget the birthday in my eighth grade where my friends made it to my home.

2. The comments written about me by my classmates in a piece of paper. I  still value it like a treasure.

3. Pictures are priceless treasures.  When people lose everything in a house fire, that is the one thing that is irreplaceable to them. I show a lots of interest in taking photos and even a lot more interest in keeping them in order from childhood till date. I believe that they enable us to freeze-frame moments in life and enjoy them later .It really bought a smile when I had a look at the pictures.

4. The photocopy of my 12th answer sheet.

5. Diary written when i was in my eighth. I always emphasise on diary writing. It shows one's own reflection. No doubt, we remember all the big things, but what about the little special things..!! It takes a minute to write, but a lifetime to cherish. 

   I firmly believe we need to live in the moment, but cherishing our memories is rather important too. And that's how my blog happened.

Marriages Made in Heaven...!!

Today morning I realised that its been ages since I wrote down what I felt. Got sunk with works in the college. Finally, the marriage date of my sister is fixed and this made me to write a blog on marriage.

We hear many people saying that Marriages are made in heaven. But these days, they are very much made on earth. And arranging marriages is not a heavenly experience either. Down south, parents take the responsibility of finding life parters for their children. Believe me, it is not as easy.

First, parents have to be tech-savvy to search the matrimony sites and find the ideal partner whom they think will suit their child astrologically, physically, academically, financially and even geographically.!! Another major hurdle is the age factor.

Hold on..!! The parents cannot do much at this juncture and can only be a connecting link. Girl seeing ceremony is a taboo. How can you expect the modern, educated, financially independent girl to become  an exhibit...?? So, they decide on an idyllic spot to meet. If they  like each other, then the compatibility test begins; to know whether their partner suits them emotionally, habitually, intellectually and so forth. The question of today's gen is "How can we marry a total stranger?" and hence the compatibility test .Next is the Dowry. Many boys have changed now; they are concerned about relationships rather than materialistic things.  It jeopardises the marriage. Even websites like www.idontwantdowry.com are devoted to the noble cause.

Today's Gen  are perfect, normal, modern children who know what they want and they are looking for that "made for each other" match. They are aware of not falling into pitfalls.

Busy Week

Yipee...This is my 50th post....!!
College opened after a long gap of 3 months. The college was full of chaos due to placements for final years and our fear of placements too started.  Had a FDP/ workshop on Friday. This time, I was the receptionist. I did the role of compere in our department symposium on Sept. Had lots of plans last week, but nothing worked out. Hope atleast this week, all turns out to be rosy.

The Pleasure Of Using One's Brain

Although it is known that God is not equally kind to all of us while alloting to us our shares of the dirty looking substance called grey matter, it is equally well known that it is the environment in which one grows, the way one is taught to use one's brain, and adequate brain exercise that have a greater impact on its development.

THE  MORE  YOU  USE  THE  BRAIN,  THE  MORE  IT  GROWS

Many in this world have never had the pleasure of using one's brain. They know not what joy and gratification, what delight and satisfaction, what fun and contentment lies therein; they know not what they are missing. Did you not hear little bunny say " Dad, you curse me for eating lollipops because you know not how good they taste ?"

Everyone likes to be called intelligent, sharp, witty, quick, bright, logical. For that, it is essential to read lots of brain teasers, puzzles which will twist your brain, churn it around and kick it about till all the space in your skull is filled with it. The vacuum would be disappeared, the blur in your vision would be gone and you would see a broader and bigger world before you.

So, start to use your brain....

P.S. This post is actually the impact of me learning brain teasers. I am squeezing my brain now...:)

Snippets Of The Day

I received these message from one of my friends which greatly lured me and thought I could put it up in my blog. All credits to her.

• If  a big fat man comes through your window and puts you up in a sac, Don't fear, for I have asked Santa that I need you. ( I received this one during Christmas..:)

• "2 get"  & "2 give"  creates 2 many problems.  But, just Double it

       " 4 Get "  & " 4 give " solves all the problems. So, lets live life with a simple attitude.

( i felt the true essence of this message )

P.S.  Got a Transcend hard drive yesterday and spent the whole day in data transfer.

Exams Completed..:)

The last 2 weeks had been damn crazy. Exams, exams....and exams. Now, everything is over and I am like a free bird. Now, I am enjoying my holidays and gearing up for a new year. I have lots of plans for this week. Finish up a novel, prepare for speed maths and competitive exams. 

Phew, exams got completed successfully..:)

EXAMS...

Well, I should not be blogging now. I should actually be sitting with all my books around studying all circuits and burning the midnight oil. My exams starts from morrow. The first subject is Numerical Methods, and following it is Measurements and instruments on Saturday. I remember both the profs saying that these subjects are which one can't fail even if they wish to. I am prepared for these subjects now, started NM only in the morning and completed successfully. Come Tuesday is my Microprocessor exam which is always a Herculean task for me. Then follows DSP (students always feel it difficult, but i feel it like eating bread and butter..:) ). The last is Transmission lines and it is also going to be the day to celebrate.

• On dec 1,we had no other option, so again shopped to T.Nagar. But this time, my aunt and brother too accompanied. We went by flying train so that we could view the whole city. Saw chepauk stadium, new secretariat. My brother is crazy of cricket and he was jumping with joy after seeing the stadium. It started to drizzle and we purchased only 2 dresses. It was so cool. 
• On 2nd, I was so tired and so stayed in home with my aunt. My mom, dad and my brother went to mylapore. I was reading " The Double Life Of Ramalinga Raju". Left Chennai in the evening . While moving through Tambaram, I witnessed a horrible  accident. A man aged 50, slipped from the train and his legs were crashed while trying to get hold over the moving train. His legs and hands were crashed in seconds. Couldn't still forget that incident.