........ And I thought this day would never come.........
This day, that age
Monday, February 14, 2005
The empty self-gifted Hersheys pack lies to one side of the bed.All the chocolates are over,only multi-colored wrappers remain.I try not to glance in that direction, as they would remind me of the once-delicious mouth-watering goodies.Yes, I know chocolates are bad for health.The palate refuses to listen sometimes!!!!Btw.. on a different note,HAPPY VALENTINES DAY FOLKS!!!
Today :
Ate too much. Teeth pains.Gotta use the mouthwash. Watch "Sex and the City". And go sightseeing in Atlanta tommorow.Hate the red and pink riot in the stores. Too much hype.
Btw, HAPPY VALENTINES!
The empty self-gifted Hersheys pack lies to one side of the bed.All the chocolates are over,only multi-colored wrappers remain.I try not to glance in that direction, as they would remind me of the once-delicious mouth-watering goodies.Yes, I know chocolates are bad for health.The palate refuses to listen sometimes!!!!Btw.. on a different note,HAPPY VALENTINES DAY FOLKS!!!
Today :
Ate too much. Teeth pains.Gotta use the mouthwash. Watch "Sex and the City". And go sightseeing in Atlanta tommorow.Hate the red and pink riot in the stores. Too much hype.
Btw, HAPPY VALENTINES!
| Your Dominant Intelligence is Interpersonal Intelligence |
 You shine in your ability to realate to and understand others. Good at seeing others' points of view, you get how people think and feel. You have an uncanny ability to sense true feelings, intentions, and motivations. A natural born leader, you are great at teaching and mediating conflict. You would make a good counselor, salesperson, politician, or business person. |
There was a time when I used to write. And by write, I mean blog - atleast two decent posts per month. Now this blog seems so, deserted.Firewall policies aren't exactly helping.But then , when it came to writing an article as the BWC's(BITSAA Women's council) featured member of the month, all those past posts helped. Well ! All those dreary nights spent holed up inside the lab trying to finish up presentations for Queuing theory weren't exactly futile!! Atleast it helped me ramble on and on in the blog and made its way into a newsletter!
Today - I am thankful to God for having a roof over my head, and access to food to keep me warm.
I am soo thankful I don't have to sit out in the freezing cold and flurries and chilly winds forever.
Suddenly , my incessant worry about not finding the perfect iPod FM transmitter, or the perfect CK One air freshener for my car seems so fickle !
I am soo thankful I don't have to sit out in the freezing cold and flurries and chilly winds forever.
Suddenly , my incessant worry about not finding the perfect iPod FM transmitter, or the perfect CK One air freshener for my car seems so fickle !
I am a writer now!! Or atleast a journalist... naa.. I am a "book reviewer" if thats even a title!!Anyway, Here are two book reviews of mine, published in the Cincinnati library website!!!
http://www2.cincinnatilibrary.org/goodbooks/reviews/70
The two books I reviewed were : "Goddess for Hire"and "The Kite Runner" !! Enjoy!!!!
http://www2.cincinnatilibrary.org/goodbooks/reviews/70
The two books I reviewed were : "Goddess for Hire"and "The Kite Runner" !! Enjoy!!!!
Deepotsav 2006
And I turned my neck ever so slightly - to avoid glances. I looked up at the Zimmer auditorium, as I have done year after year. I found very few familiar faces. Just a small little strip of faithful old timers, as old as I was, also wondering why they were still in school.
I owed this to myself - for not being there, a year earlier. I needed this, for a lot of reasons I cannot quite comprehend.Its almost as if it is a calling, and I had to do it - Somehow I ended up coordinating the Orchestra for the show. Just as any other show, this one had its share of hitches.In the end, it doesn't matter. The show goes on. And I made some good friends in the process, and felt closer to my music as I hadn't in a long time.
My point made, and I bid adieu to the UC community the way I wanted to - with grace, and diginity. With some anonymous faces and some familiar ones - None too dear or too far present on that day. Just the way life was meant to be.
I've had my share of Deepotsavs, and salsa lessons. I' ve had my krishna carryout binges and late night assignments. I've had belly-aching laughter sessions, and soul-wringing crying sessions. And boy ! What an eventful journey it has been ! And somehow , in the process, I ended up with a few people that are very dear to me. People who will persist in my life. And with that - I think my time has come. I'll exit the stage, and someone else will take over. Because the show has to go on.
I owed this to myself - for not being there, a year earlier. I needed this, for a lot of reasons I cannot quite comprehend.Its almost as if it is a calling, and I had to do it - Somehow I ended up coordinating the Orchestra for the show. Just as any other show, this one had its share of hitches.In the end, it doesn't matter. The show goes on. And I made some good friends in the process, and felt closer to my music as I hadn't in a long time.
My point made, and I bid adieu to the UC community the way I wanted to - with grace, and diginity. With some anonymous faces and some familiar ones - None too dear or too far present on that day. Just the way life was meant to be.
I've had my share of Deepotsavs, and salsa lessons. I' ve had my krishna carryout binges and late night assignments. I've had belly-aching laughter sessions, and soul-wringing crying sessions. And boy ! What an eventful journey it has been ! And somehow , in the process, I ended up with a few people that are very dear to me. People who will persist in my life. And with that - I think my time has come. I'll exit the stage, and someone else will take over. Because the show has to go on.
http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=oddlyEnoughNews&storyid=2006-11-06T131646Z_01_DEL8022_RTRUKOC_0_US-INDIA-SEX.xml&src=rss
Bastards!!!
Believe me, no one has a lower opinion of these species than I do, but this article just nailed why!!!
Bastards!!!
Believe me, no one has a lower opinion of these species than I do, but this article just nailed why!!!
Got my License !!
I got my License today !!!
Thank you to everyone of you who've sat with me patiently while I blundered through the numerous honks and confusing the lefts for the rights!!!
Thank you !!!
Thank you to everyone of you who've sat with me patiently while I blundered through the numerous honks and confusing the lefts for the rights!!!
Thank you !!!
Here are some beautiful Tam lyrics. I am looking to add more. All contributions welcome !
"Paadhaiyo Dooram,
Naanoru Baaram
Yennai un yellai varai Kondu selvaya?"
"Udalukul erukkum
Uyir oru sumaya
Anbe unnai naanum vittu selvena?"
"Kaiyachudum yenralum theeyai thodum pillai pol unnaye meendum nenaikiren"
"Ada rama ivan paadu intha penmai ariyaadha"
" Ennoda en kaadhaliya romba romba baddhiramaa"
"irakkam illaa iravugaLil idhu evanoa anuppum maaRudhalaa"
"Ada rama , ivan paadu intha penmai ariyaadha"
"Azhagae unnai pirinthaen
Yen arivil ondrai ilanthaen
Velliyae aluthaal vetkam endru
Vilakkai anaithu aluthaen "
"Thirakkatha sirpi yennai thirandhu kolla solgiratha"
"Valayaadha moongilil raagam vazhindu oduthe"
"Paadhaiyo Dooram,
Naanoru Baaram
Yennai un yellai varai Kondu selvaya?"
"Udalukul erukkum
Uyir oru sumaya
Anbe unnai naanum vittu selvena?"
"Kaiyachudum yenralum theeyai thodum pillai pol unnaye meendum nenaikiren"
"Ada rama ivan paadu intha penmai ariyaadha"
" Ennoda en kaadhaliya romba romba baddhiramaa"
"irakkam illaa iravugaLil idhu evanoa anuppum maaRudhalaa"
"Ada rama , ivan paadu intha penmai ariyaadha"
"Azhagae unnai pirinthaen
Yen arivil ondrai ilanthaen
Velliyae aluthaal vetkam endru
Vilakkai anaithu aluthaen "
"Thirakkatha sirpi yennai thirandhu kolla solgiratha"
"Valayaadha moongilil raagam vazhindu oduthe"
Having lived around Cincinnati for quite a while, I think its time to list my food experiences in the city.
Best Thai Place : Teak Thai,Mt Adams.
Definitely tastes much different than ANY other Thai restraunt with its fresh basil leaves and gentle thai curry.
Worst Thai Place : Kun Ying,Downtown
Donot go there even if you are a victim of serious malnutrition. The service is downright.. well, let me take that back. The service is NONEXISTENT.
Best Medditerranean : Mejana,Downtown
The ambience and the music transports you to caravans and oases. Not to be outdone, the food is amazing, and its a veggie haven too!!
Best Indian : New Krishna,Sharonville
Amazing choices on the lunch buffet, this place is a chaat lovers heaven!
Cumin,Hyde Park :
Very good fusion cusine !!
Best Chinese : Shanghai Mama,Downtown
Service is very good, and food gets to your table fast. Very lunch friendly place. Food is seasonal though, sometimes its excellent, sometimes its pathetic.
PF chang's,Rookwood Commons : Not authentic chinese - but still great food !!
Worst Chinese : Red Pepper,West McMillan
What is the deal with Asian restraunts and food service? No really !! There is this very rude waitress who haggles poor UC students to tip more than they can afford. Its not about the money people ! But you cannot solicit tips !! NO!! Did they not teach you that in China !! Oh wait a minute you cannot understand what I am saying , even I , for the love of God, repeat it 10 TIMES!! Never mind. Food though, is pretty ok!!
Best Sandwich and Soups place downtown : Roly Poly,Downtown
A veggie, weight watchers, fast food eaters heaven. Ideal lunch place - affordable, fast and friendly.
Best Pizza : Hmm, this could take a while - Panera Bread - the crispani is too thin and "nice". A refreshingly fresh dimension to an otherwise stale mozzerella and marinara fare.
Worst Pizza : Papa Johns. - Flat , dull, and predictable.
Best Mexican : Chipotle. Unpretentious , clean , healthy , and YUMMMMYYYYY !!
Worst Mexican : Burrito Joe's. Always crowded, moreover,the sour cream there is so dull and tasteless you start wondering if they make it out of the same thing they make the burrito with.
Best Breakfast : IHOP - Any damn day !!! Brueggers Bagels follows with a very close second. The "everything" Bagel with very light Mayo is a must try !!
Best Italian : Buca De Beppo,Rookwood Commons
The ambience is nice. So is the food. This one has lots of good memories !
Worst Italian : SBarro
Best cornbread place : Fat fish Blue,Newport
A pity that place is closed now :(
Best French Fries Place : Chicago Gyro,West McMillan
There is a seasoning on top thats soo flavorful ! Too good !
Best "Veggie choices" around UC : Myra's Dionsyus,Calhoun
Cilantro Vietnamese Bistro,Clifton
Best "Veggie choice" around downtown : Manna Vegetarian Deli,Downtown
Best international fusion cuisine : Kona Bistro,Hyde Park
Best Orange Juice ever : Fruities and Smoothies,Downtown
I am a complete anti - OJ person. You cannot find Tropicana in our pantry, no sir, nothing can make me gulp down gallons of acidic liquid that tastes like medicine. But the freshly squeezed OJ at Fruities and smoothies is just that - no acidity, no chemical smells, just pure orange juice, just the way mom made it !!
October. I wonder why I am really looking forward to this. The traffic diversions and irritating sounds apart - downtown Cincinnati feels like - a "work in progress" without the fountain square.There is something about that grotesque structure that feels that the city does, infact, have a history. I imagine old-style gyro carts , and women in gingham dresses. Somehow the past year hasn't quite been the same without "The Lady". But she is going to be back again - and this time the whole place is going to be a lot bigger and better !! With bigger ice rinks, and big size TV screens a la NY and better lights and sounds, water falls and free wi-fi - this midwest city sure does have a charm of its own !! Oh talking of rinks - I heard that we are going to experience flurries this week !! Yay!! The first flurry of snow is always special - each year !!!
Here's to another winter !!
My own blogspace...
On a different note, a very dear friend of mine got married recently. One of the last few in the singles club ( which got disbanded recently due to lack of membership!!) we have had amazing times together. An excellent blogger, and and even more amazing friend - Here is to you couz !! Love ya!! And congrats !!!
The one place where I can write anything I want to. Yes, and its mine to stay. This space will host my wedding pics, my children , and my grandchildren's pics. And everything inbetween.Peace - is the one word that would best describe my current state of mind. Oh and "Serene" and "Happy" too. Yup !! Clear skies are here to stay. Good riddance to "lowly life forms" !!!
On a different note, a very dear friend of mine got married recently. One of the last few in the singles club ( which got disbanded recently due to lack of membership!!) we have had amazing times together. An excellent blogger, and and even more amazing friend - Here is to you couz !! Love ya!! And congrats !!!
Farewell to a dearie...
Just another random day in the lab, running simulations. And then I heard the news.
Memories... me and my sister to the circus... We used to make up funny names for relatives...He was a great, great story teller... Fond memories of detective stories "Shekar kadhai" where the entire kids pattalam would listen spell bound.... How he coined a whole invocation title song for his daily dose of detective stories....
He had a massive heart attack.....
I was about 10 years old. A rough time in the family where my mom was getting operated. He used to specially make "Nei sadham" for me and tell me stories and feed it.How we played cards - how we used to see the cards from his spectacle reflection... How he used to fall asleep reading the newspaper..
He was taken to the ICU...
"Ding dong" used to be our favorite drink. Whenever I visited him, his favorite pethi's arrival was an excuse for us to go and buy these. "Thumba poo veshti" - he loved washing is white dhothis to perfection."Speaking brinjals" and the way he used to cook them for us.
Ambulance...
Music - how he thought I was the best singer in the whole wide world. How I ve never refused to sing for him - ever. How we rehearse "mokshamu galadha" as he was on his "Salavai" sprees.How he tells us stories of him practicising music and the time he was offered a role in yesteryear cinema...how we used to discuss raagas... and concerts of yesteryears...
Relatives reaching from all over... He was 83...
How he wanted his grandkids to rub his back - with a clothes brush. How when I was a kid I used to sit on his back to relieve him of his back pain as he used to regale us with "railway" stories..... how he was sad to throw away his iron dumbells when he could barely lift a small basket....
The ceremony.. How is paati taking it ?
How he used to take us to the nearby pond to experience a whole new dimension to bathing.
... used to discuss cricket and tennis and even taught him the rules of F1. How he had to memorize our favorite teen idol for that season.. "Tendul" or "Sonu" u name it !
That framed photo that I promised to send.. Those letters from BITS I never wrote, those letters from the US I promised to write...
How he used to listen to the news on his old faithful radio - which paati knitted a sweater for.And how he joked that it got washed away in the rain once and came back to him magically.How his "bubble gum" dosai was a cult favorite in the household.How he tells the whole world that I am his pet grandkid. How he tells my friends about the day I was born , and how I am the apple of his eye... How I used to jump off his belly as a baby and squeal with laughter...
And suddenly simulations,graphs,family squabbles - everything seems utterly inconsequential. I cannot imagine coming home without sprinting the last 100 yards to hug you. A place without you seems too bleak to imagine. You will be sorely missed!!
Until about five hours ago - I had both set of grandparents to pamper me. Not anymore. Thatha - I know for a fact that you are in some place very happy, could you put in a word with God to take me there too?
- Your favorite "pet" grandkid who had the good fortune of having you in her life for 23 whole years.
Memories... me and my sister to the circus... We used to make up funny names for relatives...He was a great, great story teller... Fond memories of detective stories "Shekar kadhai" where the entire kids pattalam would listen spell bound.... How he coined a whole invocation title song for his daily dose of detective stories....
He had a massive heart attack.....
I was about 10 years old. A rough time in the family where my mom was getting operated. He used to specially make "Nei sadham" for me and tell me stories and feed it.How we played cards - how we used to see the cards from his spectacle reflection... How he used to fall asleep reading the newspaper..
He was taken to the ICU...
"Ding dong" used to be our favorite drink. Whenever I visited him, his favorite pethi's arrival was an excuse for us to go and buy these. "Thumba poo veshti" - he loved washing is white dhothis to perfection."Speaking brinjals" and the way he used to cook them for us.
Ambulance...
Music - how he thought I was the best singer in the whole wide world. How I ve never refused to sing for him - ever. How we rehearse "mokshamu galadha" as he was on his "Salavai" sprees.How he tells us stories of him practicising music and the time he was offered a role in yesteryear cinema...how we used to discuss raagas... and concerts of yesteryears...
Relatives reaching from all over... He was 83...
How he wanted his grandkids to rub his back - with a clothes brush. How when I was a kid I used to sit on his back to relieve him of his back pain as he used to regale us with "railway" stories..... how he was sad to throw away his iron dumbells when he could barely lift a small basket....
The ceremony.. How is paati taking it ?
How he used to take us to the nearby pond to experience a whole new dimension to bathing.
... used to discuss cricket and tennis and even taught him the rules of F1. How he had to memorize our favorite teen idol for that season.. "Tendul" or "Sonu" u name it !
That framed photo that I promised to send.. Those letters from BITS I never wrote, those letters from the US I promised to write...
How he used to listen to the news on his old faithful radio - which paati knitted a sweater for.And how he joked that it got washed away in the rain once and came back to him magically.How his "bubble gum" dosai was a cult favorite in the household.How he tells the whole world that I am his pet grandkid. How he tells my friends about the day I was born , and how I am the apple of his eye... How I used to jump off his belly as a baby and squeal with laughter...
And suddenly simulations,graphs,family squabbles - everything seems utterly inconsequential. I cannot imagine coming home without sprinting the last 100 yards to hug you. A place without you seems too bleak to imagine. You will be sorely missed!!
Until about five hours ago - I had both set of grandparents to pamper me. Not anymore. Thatha - I know for a fact that you are in some place very happy, could you put in a word with God to take me there too?
- Your favorite "pet" grandkid who had the good fortune of having you in her life for 23 whole years.
See how the speckled sky burns like a pigeon's throat,
Jewelled with embers of opal and peridote.
See the white river that flashes and scintillates,
Curved like a tusk from the mouth of the city-gates.
Hark, from the minaret, how the muezzin's call
Floats like a battle-flag over the city wall.
From trellised balconies, languid and luminous
Faces gleam, veiled in a splendour voluminous.
Leisurely elephants wind through the winding lanes,
Swinging their silver bells hung from their silver chains.
Round the high Minar sounds of gay cavalcades
Blend with the music of cymbals and serenades.
Over the city bridge Night comes majestical,
Borne like a queen to a sumptuous festival.
- SN
(I concede!!)
Jewelled with embers of opal and peridote.
See the white river that flashes and scintillates,
Curved like a tusk from the mouth of the city-gates.
Hark, from the minaret, how the muezzin's call
Floats like a battle-flag over the city wall.
From trellised balconies, languid and luminous
Faces gleam, veiled in a splendour voluminous.
Leisurely elephants wind through the winding lanes,
Swinging their silver bells hung from their silver chains.
Round the high Minar sounds of gay cavalcades
Blend with the music of cymbals and serenades.
Over the city bridge Night comes majestical,
Borne like a queen to a sumptuous festival.
- SN
(I concede!!)
| Your Birthdate: August 2 |
 You're so intuitive, it's like you have a sixth, seventh, and eighth sense. You connect with others freely and easily - and you tend to have many best friends. Warm and caring, it's hard for you to close your heart to anyone. Affection is like air for you - you need to give and receive it to survive. Your strength: Your universal compassion Your weakness: Your unpredictable mood swings Your power color: Mauve Your power symbol: Butterfly Your power month: February |
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