School....Unforgettable

Big school building

A neat and clean uniform

Big gang of friends

Silly fights with innocent charm

Group discussion 

on anything and nothing                  

Sharing gossips and 

continuous giggling

Participation in sports

To bunk the lectures

Terror report cards

And self parent’s signature

Never ending P.T periods

Rocking annual days

Time pass at water tank

Eating near the gates

Combined studies

Justified mistakes

Final exam preparations

To earn some praise

Lovable school picnics

Memories that gleam

Desire to prove self

our small eyes dream

“School”

Has given the best of teachers

And best of friends ever

Has given the best of ethics

& memories to cherish forever

No matter how much you hate school when you entered, 

but you will miss it the most when you leave!!!

A Long lost friend....!!!

Sometimes how an ordinary day just turns to be extra-ordinary when an old lost friend knocks you unexpectedly. And then memories bring you back right there where it all started and carried throughout the years.

Like any other day I was all absorbed reading the book this afternoon, it’s when I got a notification on my cell. I casually ignored considering it as some forwarded message. But when one after another I almost got 16 messages, I felt the urge to check it on.....And to my surprise those were ‘her’ messages…my long lost friend Reena. My eyes quickly ran through the messages and I started replying her with a biggest smile sticker on my face.

After she shifted to India it’s almost the first time we directly interacted. Emotions were hurriedly running through my entire body. There was so much to share, so much to say and listen, a lot to laugh about…We were so excited and eager to listen from each other. I remember the time when she was the only one to listen me...listen about my problems...listen me sobbing and at times listen my silence...this time its obviously my turn. Though I had many questions for her, wanted to scold her for not replying my emails and calls, I was still not angry with her. I guess that’s the beauty of our friendship. I wanted her to talk and take me through all those years when I was not around. And just then my wet eyes have cleared the concept of "khushi ke aansoo" :)

You know what a friend is – is the one you feel comfortable with, is the one to go informal with, is the one you feel relax talking anything and everything, is the one holds your hand in difficult times, is the one contributing her share without any demands, is the one whom u call when you “really” need someone, is the one who stays in your life even though staying miles away from you.

She complimented me for getting changed in many aspects carrying the same-old-heart. I then thought does the friendship get changed as the time passes by? If it changes then is he or she can still be called your "friend"?? And how does distance matters? Can you forget your friend who meant a lot to you once upon a time? A friend who supports  you, guides you, who laughs on your silly stupid jokes, who understand your feelings, who stays back in office until you finish up your work, who drops you to the bus stop and waits until you catches your bus, who loves your bike riding, who loves shopping with you on Sunday’s, who share every single secret with you with the blind folded trust, who never say NO to you for any damn thing, who never forgets to hug you every time you meet her... who could not take a part in your happiness always but she surely stands by you when you are facing any difficult phase in life. Who feels your pain and holds your hand to assure that things will soon be okay and that she is always there for you…That is ‘her’ to me...how can I ever forget those years we spent together.

I want to hug her tight just like old days. Talk...talk and talk for hours just like old days....meet her like we were never apart...say sorry for not being there when she needed me :(

My day has come to an end grabbing all those old memories with lot many pages to read more and more over a new chapter begins here with some more characters to the story.

All I know, A real friend welcomes you with the same smile and warmness even after years later. Such special people always remain special and nobody else can replace them just like two of us.

Much Love,

Snehal

 

Perfect date with a Perfect Man!!!

Perfect date with a Perfect Man!!

Many many Congratulations to Preeti for her upcoming book. I am so excited to receive my Pre-order signed copy.  :)

This article “Perfect date” has been written for “Touch – Thursday 4” Prompt. Thanks Preeti!!!

I am missing him. Miss talking with him for long hours. Miss those evening hang outs with him. It’s decided today I wouldn’t accept any of his excuses. I text him “Hey handsome, would you like to date your girlfriend this eve??” and within next 5 minutes I received his reply “Why not sure! Looking forward to meet her after real long”. I was overjoyed and without wasting a single minute I started planning for my date since I had small amount of time in hand.

I then called his favourite restaurant and booked a perfect table for two for a candle light dinner. I then moved straight towards the wardrobe and took real good time to select my outfit. He usually likes me in Saree so I choose the black satin saree with the red border on it. It’s pretty simple for a girl to plan a date coz she only has to make sure to look stunning... rest chocolates, flowers, gifts, romantic songs etc is all a boy’s headache ;)

I reached his office by 5 pm sharp as decided. When I got down from car and was waiting for him in a lobby, I noticed many people were staring at me. It was awkward but I guess I was looking "extra" beautiful that could attract the people around.  And There I saw my Mr. Perfect walking towards me. At first he was guessing if its reelly me or not. And as soon as he was confirmed, I saw a broad smile covering his tiring face . We hugged each other gently. I knew he was watching me over and over again but I smartly ignores while I also enjoyed the whole scene. He questioned me about the eve plan and I assured him it’s gonna be special and will be memorable for us.

I then drove towards the riverside where we usually spent time together. Old memories like quick waves touched our mind one after another. That laughter on silly jokes, smiles after those crying sessions, serious talks after those family melodramas, long discussion on career and dreams, some commitments and promises...everything just everything. We sat there holding hands and eyewitness the sunset spreading many colours of joy in the sky and in our lives too. We didn’t miss eating ‘chat-puri’ one of the best street foods ever.

From there we moved to a further long drive. I love driving car with some good music on. We were avoiding the regular talks b'coz romance was in the air. Some time I just love the silence between us. Without communicating a single word yet heart hears everything.  We were exchanging looks and I was blushing as if I am on my first date. After almost a good 40 minutes drive, we finally reached to the restaurant outskirt to the city. As we entered inside, the song “Nothing gonna change my love for you” whispers in my ears. I felt like letting him know how much he means to me and just like this song my love is endless for him. He pulled out the chair for me and we settled down on our perfect corner table. It was away from the crowd and just as quiet and peaceful as we always like. He usually looks tired after a daylong working but this evening he is looking spanking, may be coz of me, my love. After all he was on a date with a wonderful girl. We toast our glasses of his favorite red wine.... Three cheers for our love and togetherness.  We talked about random things about places and movies to watch. He was enjoying the music and happen to asked me for a dance.  And yes, to my surprise we did dance...after many years...and while dancing that close to each other he didn’t miss the opportunity to let me know how pretty I was looking and plant a softest kiss on my cheeks.

After some dance we were really hungry so went back the table set with his favourite Thai food. 
So overall I was successful to add some spices to his boring office life and make him over joy with this romantic date.  I wish that evening would have no end.

It’s off course necessary to work hard to retain you into the competitive world but sometime spending some quality time with your loved ones increase your passion and strength to keep moving with the zeal. It’s just the sheer and chaste love that you two share, express it..share it!

On the way back my boy friend (who is also my husband and a father to my 5 yrs old son now)...expressed how cheerful he is feeling with my little efforts of this date. He also thank me for giving him a break from his busy schedule and bring his girlfriend out for him no wonder that now she has multiple roles of a wife, a mother, a daughter in law.

When I think about my husband, I would say nothing but “Uffff”. His busy day starts from 5 am when he gets up and goes for a morning walk. And by 7.30 am he goes to office and then entire day we are on “whatsapp”. (I genuinely thank “whatsapp” to at least keep us close to talks) During the busy day he has meetings to attend. Meet vendors, contractors, negotiate, signing deals, a lot of travelling every fortnight. Deal with difficult people and situation all alone. He can only be home by 8 pm, at times more than that. Sometimes even Sunday gets snatch from us. I know he hates it just the way I do but he never complaints but complete the given task.

All these years I have seen him growing mentally, professionally and some of physically ;). I understood that big position just doesn’t come alone but it walks with lots of stress, tension, responsibilities n compromises... so off course for a 6 digit salary you have to pay back beyond the limits.

This was my perfect date with my perfect man...just to express gratitude for his ever green love, care and support. Thank him to be a perfect friend and husband and a sweet father too. It’s not always necessary to date someone for the first time instead your date the same man again with the feeling of first date. Every date would make the love bond even stronger and who knows you will fall in love with him just one more time.

So what...we are too much busy these days and don’t get time to talk as much as we used to, don’t get plenty of time to spend together we still can plan such surprising dates. Just you and him together...

This time I asked him for a date and next would be his turn and as I told you girls has nothing to do except looking beautiful and steal his heart away. Rest everything will be taken care by your partner.

What say?? Plan your date...it allows you to feel all those happy moments you may have missed in all this years...Grab them back, they are all yours!!!

Love,

Snehal

“How you start your day is how you live your life”

The first hour of the morning is crucial. You may be really tired last night and feel to sleep for some more time. You feel lethargic but you need to follow your schedule. How you spend it will determine your experience for the rest of the day. Too many people start their day with “oh, shit! It’s another day and I’ve got to get up, damn it!" If you have got lousy way of starting your day, you are not going to have a good start ever. 

Never get up from bed carrying the old bad memories of last night. Get up with the full energy and positive vibrations inside you to brush away the impair thoughts. Be confident with yourself, it’s about proving yourself that nothing can agitate you from being successful. If you feel regret for your past mistakes, keep calm before jumping on the conclusion.  Analyze it and find out the solution in order to wind up the issue to make things on track again. This way you come out of it or else it will keep on torturing you. 

Try this out, the moment you are up, snuggle your body a little more into bed and thank the bed for a good night’s sleep. Tell yourself this is going to be a really good day. Take little more time stretching your body. Make a cuppa of Tea/coffee and enjoy it sitting at your favorite place be it on your bed or any corner or window of your house. Like I love sitting in the balcony chair. Spend some good time breathing the fresh air’s aroma. See how the sun is shining and spreading light everywhere. It smiles at me saying this is your day as brighten as my rays. One more wonderful day to live…one more day to fulfill my wishes…one more day to achieve my goals…one more day with a chance to prove myself that I can make anything possible.

Give yourself at least 2 hours of each morning before you face the people. This will help you deal in much better way. In the mean time do something good which makes you feel cheerful. Do some good yoga it makes your feel fresh. Do reading or glancing through the newspaper or try your hands on puzzles to stretch your mind or just talk to your partner/friend. As you starts the communication (with or without topic) it makes one feel good. Really good…After this go make a delicious break-fast, make sure to make it healthy coz it will boost your energetic day and then go get ready. 

While even getting ready keep giving yourself the positive affirmations that whatever you would do today will surely turn out to be good. Be positive and be focused. This way you will learn the art to never have a BAD day. It’s all about developing good habits and practices. Think of good things to say to yourself, the first thing in the morning.

As you are all set for moving out for your office, make sure you greet and say bye to your loved ones back at home. Hug them…you can feel the warmness of their love and care throughout the day. 

Believe me each passing day is an opportunity for you. Never miss to bring out the best out of it so one fine day you won’t regret coz these days will NEVER return back to you. It’s in your hand whether to see the positive side or the negative one. 

Remember, The best helping hands are at the end of your own arms. Don't be dependent on anybody to make you feel happy, help yourself. Be cheerful, bring smile on other faces, make yourself feel good and believe….believe in yourself. 

All the very best folks. Lets be more positive and find happiness :)

One last call...

One last call

& words fall speechless

One last call

& life remains flawless

One last call

& I couldn’t sum up my life with

One last call

& I couldn’t see my world beneath

One last call

& I forget to live anymore

One last call

& I am left in heart sore

One last call

& I could not say I will miss you

One last call

& I could not express my love to you

One last call

& you have played your part

One last call
& our ways are far apart!!!

A Sincere thanks to Mother!!

I poured a glass of cold Juice and offered it to my Son. His immediate reaction was “Oh Maa, I am about to ask you for this but how did u know that I wanted this?” I smiled with the pride on my face and replied that’s because “Maa can even hear you thinking” He was surprised that how  I can read his mind but next moment he hugs me saying “I love you Maa” and emptied the glass of juice.

A Mother who spends a lot of time with her kids handling their tantrums with patience, helping them to understand things in a proper way, teaching them good habits, playing with them, watching movie together, getting the home work done, taking them to the garden, resolving their BIG problems. It may look small for us but for them its a big thing when the remote control car does not work, sharpening the pencil ten times or to locate their belongings…so on and so forth. But at time Mommy gets tired, she gets angry, she loses the patience level, she becomes strict and stubborn at times, she becomes a little stubborn, she forcefully makes him follow her order. Off course no kids will like their sweet soft mommy becoming Hitler all of a sudden. My 5 year old comes to me in such situations and confirms if my mood is good or bad and he would also quote that “Aap aise acche nahi lagate ho mujhe”. This brings a quick smile on my face because he posses the power to change my mood. But I also understand the need to become strict and stubborn when it’s needed. Every time the situation can’t be controlled with sweet talks, you have to act like that. I now understood it’s not an easy task to raise your kids. They are so delicate to handle and we need to handle them with tender. They are flexible to mold and it depends how we shape them.

Later that afternoon, I kept on thinking how truly a mother can read your mind. She exactly understands you more than yourself. I recall my mother, my Aai, my ultimate best friend since childhood. A lady having great patience, very down to earth and she takes the responsibility of the family so well that sometimes I feel that she is born to understand each one of us yet she never complaints. I recall how she used to teach us those small things which now become my assets, those valuable lessons which help me to lead a successful life, those ethics which helps me to play my role well as a Wife, as a Mother, as a daughter in law.

Today I thank her from bottom of my heart for “Everything”. To make me what I am today, to motivate me that I can do anything, to call me her supporting pillar in her low times, to share her experience of life with me. For those dreams I share with her and she had always boost me with positive approach to work hard to achieve them.

I don’t know if I would ever become as Awesome Mother as she is but I am so proud that I am her daughter. So I would keep trying…keep teaching my Son what I have learn from her and I am also open to learn from my 5 year old. At times those innocent eyes really show you the other side of coin which your matured eyes could not see.

So to conclude respect your mother’s feelings because you owe her a lot, owe her for those 9 moths she carried your weight, owe her for her sleepless nights, owe her for nursing you when u fell sick, owe her for the tears she sheds for you, owe her for making you what you are today, owe her for her efforts to raise you and made you a successful person, owe her for unending supply of love and care, owe her because she doesn’t ask anything in returns but she only believes in giving. Owe her because she is an Angle of your life.

I thank God for making me a Mother to fill my Son’s life with love, adoration and care and enjoy the motherhood. I am trying to be his Angle to grants his wishes now and forever.

 “LIFE DOESN’T COME WITH A MANUAL, IT COMES WITH A MOTHER”