Oh...Its just a crush!!!

Now before you read this…hold on and understand , I was too young to know all of these things.The story begins when I met a boy when I was in my first grade. At lunch we used to sit together and share the lunch at one section of the table .I remember the day when I slept during an English hour (a post lunch nap break :-)),I suddenly called my teacher “MUMMY” and how badly he made fun out of this on the evening. I hated his company ,but thanks to our travel back in school bus  
He used to boast about his skills how high he can jump above all the benches of our classroom , his sliding skills on the staircase. Since we were two girls at home, I always used to wonder how he does all these out of curiosity (OMG Aankh phadke. Thats when for the first time I started admiring him for his skillsets   One day when we were together after the school  he used to whisper secrets  and I felt incredibly happy to be his confidante.we used to walk together in the hall way & waited for the school hours to get over to share our snacks.And this is the time when I had my crush for him(which I realized it after many years).This went on for months -we were promoted to 2^nd grade and like any other day we were waiting for our school bus. He told me that he  is going to leave the school and like any other day  I ignored him thinking its a lie. Later  I realized that its no more a joke and I am loosing a good friend.For the first time my eyes got wet – the genuine one (it was  very much different from tears that I used to shed after getting punishments/imposition from teachers J)).And we bid good bye to each other & parted our way and never met again.

And today,20 years later, sitting beside my husband ,sipping a cup of coffee & sharing story with him I have so much to say  

That’s why “Memories of childhood were the dreams that stayed with you after you woke.” (Courtesy -Julian Barnes)!!!!

Cheers-New Year

yayyyy....2014.Cheers to the New year.Well a lot of things have changed in my life.And I believe my memory has gone bit bad with my old age as well:-)

Quickly I would like to reflect over the year 2013.
I am trying to forget all the worser-bad things that happened in 2013.And thanks to all the great,good and wonderful things that happened and I am proud of it.And  looking forward for a better 2014.

1)I lived and survived 2013.Thank God.My greatest accomplishment.
2)Phew finally.....I got an HR Job in an NPO and I am loving it.
3)I travelled a lot & visited many new places.Hoping to continue:-)
4)I moved to a new house and different state.
5)I made new friends from my new place and community...yayyyy.And of course by the end of 2013 I made a few professional friends as well.
6)A good-bye to my sister by the beginning of 2013 and a big Hi to her once again by the end of 2013.Yes another travel.
7)Friends first and rest followed :-).I ensured that me and my man had strong arguments,little fights that made our love grow stronger.And Yes It is & I am falling for him again and again :-)
8)Happy to know that my old college mates and colleagues remembers me and all of them are doing great.
9)I strongly believe I didn't verbally or physically abused anyone.Good going !!!!
10)An year of visit to hospitals,doctors personally and for the family members.Personal loss,health problems,Money loss-still survived. 
11)The worst thing that could have happened one of my aunts is no more- a tragic loss forever.May her soul RIP.
12)One of my friends has decided to end her marital relationship.Well its quite bothering but yes she is happy in her own way.
13)The worsest loss-the valiant ,Sincere (my pet-Appu) who was a favorite member of our family for the past 12 years is no more with us.I will miss him forever!!!

Things I could/should have done better

1)Probably could have saved more.
2)Stopped stressing and worrying about little things that could have spoiled my health.
3)Could have written better.

Well 2013 was a mixed year lot of happenings but life has to move on.Looking forward for an exciting and prosperous 2014.

Inspiration!!!!

Here is a Video for travel gypsy's with amazing facts that will inspire you to travel.

Hit the road Travel Bugs.....Its time for another vacation.


  

Doogly woogly (Part 2)- Dedication to all dog lovers

My dearest pet who has been with us for all the 13 years was diagnosed with Anal sac adenocarcinoma. He was completely bed ridden for the past one month.He has been given the best vet care and for all those pain and suffering he has undergone in the past one month we were praying for his best recovery.But he had the plans to leave us forever.

Your Journey with us will always be remembered -taking my badminton cork & running away with it to divert our attention towards yo you ,Sleeping and Peeing on Mummy’s favorite Table Roses, Jumping high to get your playing ball, sometimes digging and storing your favorite meat underground, Rolling on Ground,taking my sandals and running around the home,biting the tap expecting water to come from it,your wait after the bath to get the favorite chew bones,recognizing the sound of dads vehicle from kilometers and wagging your tail and trying to wake up mummy to open the door,getting early morning newspaper and competing with my favorite foods-cutlet, Ice cream ,chocolates and specially the Bourbon biscuits.

Here is my dedication to you -APPU and all other people who has once owned a wonderful pet at least once in your life.I have so many memories to be cherished for my entire life time.

May your soul RIP and the Past 13 years in my life was the best.

              

                     

Beloved's Theory of savings

A BETTER WAY TO APPROACH & MAKE HIS WIFE STAY AT HOME IN WEEKEND WHICH I WOULD DEFINE IT AS -BELOVED'S THEORY OF SAVINGS  

Zara Hatke Vishu

"Vishu" Famously known as Kerala's New year is celebrated in all parts of Kerala with many hopes & aspiration for the coming new year.But 2013 is a special vishu in all ways.Oh yeah....I have started realizing I got married and I ought to be responsible."FIRST VISHU POST MARRIAGE" with many preparations Starting from"Vishukanni" and Ending in "Sadhya".
We decided it has to be special in all ways.

I always used to wonder why my mom takes so much time for a simple decoration on the previous day of vishu?Now I understood its not that easy as I think.For the first time in my life I decorated "Vishukani".We started charting our plans on the resources needed & grabbed most of them except "Vishu konna Flowers" which is too much to expect in US.We drove for another 13 miles to reach our destination & rushed to get the things from a malayali shop & "Mission accomplished" we got the "Banana Leaf alias Vazha illa" for our palatable "Vishu lunch/Sadhya"((I was more than happy because nothing could replace the feel of having in a vazhayilla)).

Now let me tell you our short story how we managed to include a bit of tradition on the day of "Vishu".It was around 10 pm on the previous day of Vishu I started decorating the Kanni with all the "Fruits" yeah In specific Jackfruit & mango which I thought I would never get it here.We didnt have the Uruli hence managed to get a tray on which we placed rice ,Kumkum,Mirror,Bangles,Kajal and ofcourse d Dollars ((which I loved the most)).
And "zara Hatke" we also placed a baking tray ((bcoz of the lack  of unused utensils had to go with it))placed some Diyas and aroma candles to brighten it up again.we didnt get the "Konna Flowers" hence adjusted with "Yellow roses & yellow Gerbera Flowers" :-).Oh tick tick time....It was 11.55 PM and I jumped to bed and closed my eyes forcefully because April 14 should begin by seeing "Bhagvans photo".Had a Nice sleep and got up around "4.OO AM" and saw this "Kanni".

d Incandescence effect 

We lighted all Diyas,Lamps, and candles with the fear when would the Fire alarm ring OR in other words the anxiety attack  which is quite common here.

By then we decided to go to a near by temple and got the "Vishu kaineetam" from the temple priest of Guruvayurappan temple & of course  my hubby((His Kaineetam gave me an Instant Rich feeling)) .Wow....It was gr8 indeed!!!

Then I started preparing the "Sadhya Vibhavangal" because we had invited few friends who will be joining us.I tried to make it as authentic as possible to get a perfect kerala feel((In between remembered you mom && understood the effort you took on every vishu to get thinks done))..Lovely ain't??A Beautiful and Memorable vishu to be treasured for ever keeping the spirit of tradition still alive.

So Vishu Aashamsagal to each and every one. May the new year bring you peace,Harmony,togetherness& Propitious year ahead. 

Foodie versus Fitness freak in me

Now let me tell about myself……I am a foodie & I believe it.No rather I consider myself as a foodie. Wondering y this post here then give me a moment I am a fitness freak too and I love having green tea, salads from salad Bar and Green chutney L of NJ which of course I am missing. Well is there such a thing to be confused about???Not really

But let me explain how the battle begins between the two……. 

 The Foodie in me is really obsessed to try variety foods and tasty dishes without worrying about the intake of calories /fat. I feel happy and excited when I see different cuisines in front of me.Sometimes I really go crazy and I just can’t stop me from having it.

  

(Foodie Versus Fitness Freak)

                                                                                                                                                            

OOPS Now comes the problem the fitness freak in me is very Conscious & Annoying. It’s an alarm Reminding me constantly -“Fat/ Obesity”” Tring Tring- Ringing in my brain. Sometimes I am really judgmental and when I order a Delicious food ((Rather say fatty foods))) -It says “”Are u Nuts??Are u really going to order this…I see only cholesterol && fats running on my plate”. This situation becomes really dicey ((confusion hi confusion hey))). And I try not  to cross my Fingers deliberately and console myself I will only have Easy clean Recipes from the cook book((I mean the salads only Veggie)) with no oil ,no cheese, no fats.

So I go with the Subway veggie combos or Mediterranean Eggplant,Brocoli Rabe, Hummus  or Baba Ganoush ((with the belief it has no fats)) ….Mouthwatering .Ain’t it??Its yum too. 

Yum Yum Baba Ganoush and leafy Veggie 

A week passed…….

Now the Suppressed & obsessed Foodie in me is back –It asks me Are u not tired having only salads, Pita Bread? It’s been a week dear you have never seen a hen ((OOPs I mean Chicken)).Come-on having a chicken once in a week is fine, Hardly makes any difference

Tring Tring Again. My Brain responds to the Fitness Freak……..Oh Fitness Freak u again!!!!Not this time. Brain changes the plan ((Dimaag khi Bathi Jali-twaing)))and she orders my Taste buds to get a feel and taste of the Non –Veg.And Here I go again with my favorite-Grilled Foods, Chicken Souvlaki, cheesy cheesy Pizzas and Much more.

Tired of advising and competing with d Foodie in me.Hence I came into a conclusion without concluding anything -Eat More, Relish Food, Enjoy Life to the fullest (Jiyo khulke)

Because “ Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara” and who knows “Kal Ho Na Ho”???     ((Courtesy::Hindi movies))