....because we all laugh, smile, frown, rejoice .....with a heart that beats and a mind that feels....

             We acquaint ourselves with them from the moment we are born, we learn to express them from the time we feel, we make them an integral part of us forever, we can never ever leave them as long as we live. Happiness, sorrow, anger, guilt, excitement, embarrassment, laughter, hatred,joy, pride,satisfaction a few from an endless list that represent the vast array of feelings we display, the wide range of emotions we portray! These feelings make us lively, driving us to the wonderful virtue of humanity. They inspire us to enjoy the beauty of living with an expression for every experience, a reaction for every mood.
             Be it an innocent child or a lovely grandmother; be it a naughty school kid or an enthusiastic teenager - each one of us express,emote, feel, think in our own unique way as we ascend the steps of our life. The way we feel determines the state of our mind. It mirrors all the thoughts stored within us. Though a cocktail of both desirable and undesirable ones, we encounter them at that very instant! The manner of our expression varies; while some of us are too sensitive and express at the drop of a hat, there are few others who preserve it for long.Whatever be the nature,each one of us are united by a heart and mind that feel, express, think,experience.
               Some of these feelings can never be framed into words.The joy of holding a new born or the excitement of relocation; the sorrow of parting away from a loved one or the pride of owning an asset; certainly transform into memories within no time. While the feelings of happiness and joy are welcomed with open arms, a bit of displeasure, sorrow or failure is essential as it inspires us to value, treasure and safeguard all the beautiful things in life. It motivates us to continue our hard work and efforts forever; after all only a dark night can open up into a bright day!
           Joy, delight, happiness are experiences that spread smile and laughter. Reasons can be different but they successfully deliver fun and enjoyment . True art lies in seeking happiness in anything or everything we do. It leaves behind a sense of satisfaction as we learn to embrace the wonderful gift of being alive.Laughter and smile spread around their magic everywhere.It has the power to grip everyone in its own stride creating an ambiance full of delight.Excitement is a feeling that forces one to look forward with hope and wishes of a bright future.
          Guilt and dissatisfaction make us acknowledge the errors that were committed,setting us on the journey of improvement. Hatred and anger are the darkest shades in this spectrum of feelings and do more harm than heal. Though very difficult to resist while it waits uninvited at our door, the ability to stay calm and patient in every situation of life is indeed a skill that needs to be developed. It is necessary to inculcate silence and tolerance during such times radiating peace around. Those who politely refuse an entry to this poison in mind are always loved and desired by us. The positive energy that they spread around inspires each one to follow their footsteps.
         Happiness of a family get together or sorrow of bidding a farewell ; laughter with group of friends or smile filled with courtesy ; excitement of receiving things as desired or irritation of not going as per plan, all the ups and downs in life leave us with a share of sweet and bitter flavors. It is fun to feel them as it definitely proves we are alive indeed!

A look in the Book !

           They share a unique relation with every one at each stage of life. Be it kids, who are attracted towards grabbing and tearing them, to students who are forced to maintain a cordial relation with or without self-interest;be it adults who love connecting with them as best friends or elders who regard them as a trustworthy support; BOOKS are an integral part of each one’s life. They are always around us with a committed attachment.They selflessly provide and stay forever, as storehouses of knowledge, values and learning.Though just a four-letter word in itself, it has the power to harbor innumerable letters, words,sentences and paragraphs!

          Books have an ability to keep us engaged for hours. Within no time, a strong sense of attachment binds us with our favorite book that cannot be detached despite efforts. There are some who share a close relation with books keeping them engrossed forever while some who cannot even stand the thought of it. From those who eagerly look forward to the company of books to those who keep them away at a safe distance, books definitely encounter a wide range of attention. The happiness and joy offered by the words in them are instrumental in creating an undefined relation.

        From colorful story books for children to educational books of curriculum; from exciting fictional story of novel to an encyclopedia filled with knowledge; from informative books on every topic to biographies of eminent personalities; from religious books with rich culture to travel books full of adventure; there are innumerable categories and books under each one of them. They pride in having a troop full of faithful customers. Some books have the potential to penetrate our mind and leave a memory forever. They are capable of inspiring and motivating us with a spirit to always move ahead in life.

          Dedicated hard work of the writer and remarkable coordinated efforts of each one involved in its publishing ensure a successful release of this literary wonder. Illustrative pictures, legible text, descriptive covers are some of the ornaments that decorate a book. A book that catches our attention and keeps us glued page after page resembles a friend whom we cannot part away with. With a devoted concentration that books demand , their words soon come to life. It feels as if they communicate with us ,sharing words of wisdom, rendering gifts of knowledge.

          Diverse languages, innumerable topics, various publishers ,wide array of age groups characterize the big-grand world of books.Every country has a rich wealth of books published year after year contributing to the global bank of knowledge. International best sellers serve to unite readers everywhere imparting the exchange of thoughts and beliefs. Books influence us with good learning, forcing us to think, feel and experience. With the advent of books in the digital format, the boon of E-books have transformed the experience of reading thereby facilitating an easy access and contributing a bit towards nature conservation.

          With a hope and desire that they be our friends forever and continue being with us with their selfless support, its time to take a look in the BOOK!!!! 

.....A very Happy Birthday!!!!...

         'Many Many Happy Returns of the day', 'Wish you a very Happy Birthday';words like these greet us year after year on the wonderful day of our birth. The day we chose to land on this planet from the safe and comfortable environment of our mother's womb to the exciting and challenging journey of life ahead. This day is indeed memorable for each and every one; it determines the moment when one stepped on the start line of life's adventurous race. Birthday is the day to celebrate one's existence with a sense of gratitude towards the years spent so far and a wish for many more to follow.
       For a mother, the occasion of her child's birthday can be rightly referred to as a 're-birthday'; since it is nothing less than being born again.As a child,one looks forward to this beautiful day as it is a joyous event with unlimited fun, gifts, delicacies,wishes and a day with absolutely no restrictions coupled with complete, undivided attention.Since the age one realizes that this day is exclusively one's own, birthdays become a much awaited event with lot of excitement to receive whatever be the demand. Be it a toy that a child wants or a big birthday party that a teen wishes for, be it a wonderful peaceful celebration that an elder waits for or an happy, delightful time that a family hopes for, birthday is truly a most awaited affair for everyone alike.
         It is a special day in one's life as family, friends, well wishers bring in moments of happiness with wishes for a successful year ahead. Be it a heart-touching message, a delicious cake , an amazing gift or just moments of togetherness, the joy of being loved and surrounded with such warm experiences add magic to this special day. There are numerous ways to celebrate this occasion, a big grand party or a humble family gathering; a thoughtful quiet day or a loud, exciting celebration, the manner and style varies but what remains same is the contentment of experiencing a wonderful gift of life.
         It is a day that forces one to halt and introspect about the year long journey,with the ups of success, achievements,satisfaction and the downs of failure or errors. It motivates one to keep working hard year after year to truly enjoy the fruits of birth. Each one harbor memories of birthday celebrations that alter with increasing age; from distributing sweets and having a birthday party at home when small to going out for movies or meals when young, the day does nothing but give unlimited joy and happiness. As a child one eagerly waits for this big B-day while as an adult one dreads the addition of yet another number to the figure of age.
       The excitement of celebrating this day does fade year after year but the happiness of having a day for oneself does linger forever. One thing that may never change is the demand of party from closed ones long before the day even approaches . With a wish that each one celebrates this gift of birth on an annual basis and enjoys living on a daily basis...many happy returns of this day!!!!

           

...Hello... Namaste...Salut....Hola....Konnichiwa....!!!!

           They are different in every way, they are wonderful in all ways, they are rich in their own way , they are amazing in diverse ways - Languages; indeed a magic of the spoken word and a wonder of the written word! Languages are the identity of any region, culture, state or nation. The speech and script of any language form the core,conferring it with an unique essence and flavor. Every language has its own accent that imparts a characteristic feature and a distinct style. The purity of its literature and history of its development forms an interesting piece of knowledge as each language has a noteworthy origin and a remarkable existence.
          Legacy of handing over this inherited gift of language, generation after generation ensures that it lives forever with the valuable richness of its words and beauty of its letters. A unique manner of pronunciation and a distinct form of speech, give them an irreplaceable identity that is different from others. Though diverse in many aspects, every language have words to express our thoughts, feelings and emotions. They connect us with each other as language has the power to bond those who choose to reside under its shelter. The vocabulary of every language has a treasure full of words- words for every situation, thought and belief.
         Languages form a strong relation with us as they play the role of our voice from the moment we begin to inculcate them. Our mother-tongue has a pure connection that can never be replaced no matter how many languages we learn, speak or deal with. It occupies a precious place in our heart that feels like a sweet piece of music to our ears. Like people and places,languages too possess the ability to form wonderful memories with us. Unwritten rules and languages govern the communication with our own set of people. We have different languages and a wide spread of styles under these languages for our family and friends, it is an identity to our relation; a face to our bond.
        Being multi-lingual proves advantageous to be able to instantly connect with anyone or everyone as we move around. It also keeps us united on a huge platform as there is immense power in words. Learning a new language is an exciting and interesting task, as the mind keeps referring to a dictionary of known language while absorbing the words of the new one. Hearing words of an unknown language feel unusual to the ears and increase a spark of curiosity to get its translated version. Every language is unique with amazing features which makes it extremely exciting.
       Languages represent the traditional flavor of a region or a nation as it forms the heart of its culture. It lays foundation for performing arts like music, dance, theater, cinema or a base for literary arts like books and novels. Languages shoulder the responsibility of safeguarding the rich heritage of a region. Be it a local, regional, national or an international language; each of them are essential to preserve our past and develop our future. While our mother tongue or a regional language brings us closer to our roots; a national language unites us as a country, while an international language sets us on a worldwide development bridging differences with a backdrop of a common vocabulary and a single dictionary!!!!

Color Color which Color do you want....?

          ....a game of running around and scouting for colors that we all played as kids; a game that playfully introduces each child to the beautiful world of colors! 'Colors' or 'colours' as one spells them; are an amazing treat to the eyes. They energize our vision with a powerful grace. Anything that is colorful appeals to our sight and draws our undivided attention towards it. Each color possesses an unique charm of its own. Be it clothes,food, articles or just any component of nature,each of these are totally incomplete without the magic of colors that truly define them.
        Colors contribute their own identity making them an essential factor of anything and everything under the sun. A wide range of colors and a still wider range of their shades form a complete palette that artistically decorate our life. The delight offered by a unity of all colors is greater than an individual one,this is undoubtedly symbolized by the visual treat of a rainbow. Besides being a wonderful pleasure for our eyes, colors also have an ability to influence our mind and its feelings . The sight of colors can effectively transform our mood; bringing joy in moments of sorrow or excitement in moments of boredom.
          Colors appeal our vision. Some of them occupy the position of being our favorite; that drives us to buy, prepare or create everything in those shades. As kids,innumerable efforts are drawn in creating a collection of such a favorite color and proudly displaying it around. Each and every color have some unique features that become its identity forever. White has a peaceful aura with an essence of silence, Black commands power with a domination of being superior over others. Blue brings in a soothing and relaxing calm with thoughts of happiness and joy, while Green spreads around freshness and a desire to create wonderful new things.
        Red has a strong vibrant voice of its own ,drawing attention and exhibiting powerful skills. Yellow and orange radiate energy and inspire everyone to get going. Be it purple that has an artistic touch or pink that has a charming beauty, every color has a wonderful story to share.The dark and light shades of each of these colors create an amazing spectrum while a fusion of two or more colors produce a remarkable blend.Artists and painters have an amazing skill of playing around with these colors crafting a wonderful piece of art.
        Colors have the power to decorate our life with a delightful impact.The magic of colors is absolutely desirable as each one wishes for a life that is colorful with all its shades. A little of powerful red, silent white, shiny black, energetic orange, beautiful pink ,refreshing green besides many others fill our palette to color the picture of life into a fantastic memorable experience;because after all they are colors which we all want !

a.m to p.m .... the Game of Global time zone !

           When its time to sleep in the silent,dark night, somewhere the day opens up to a fresh new start;when its time to run around finishing daily chores, somewhere the evening sets in with its relaxing aura;when its time to relish a good hearty meal, somewhere its time to wake up to a refreshing morning tea; this is the magic of the worldly time difference! A difference that spans across the latitudes and longitudes of earth,creating diverse time zones and varied life experiences all at the very same moment.
         A concept though justified technically and geographically; it does amaze how regions and its people separated by a vast physical distance are actually separated by a much larger distance of what they do, how they feel and what they think! Being on the extreme west end of the globe, our calender shifts to a new date when elsewhere it is already on the verge of the next one. With a difference of almost 12 hours with those back at home, it is a wonderful puzzle to pick a greeting note that is completely opposite to what we feel at that particular moment.
         While a bright sun shines to welcome our day, the darkness of evening spreads around as they bid farewell to it. When they introspect about the day that passed and the things they achieved; we wait at the start line to begin ours. And as they sleep to visualize dreams for the next phase ahead, we are working towards fulfilling our own. It is indeed fascinating and makes one ponder about this large difference in 'live time'.With a difference in time zone, follows an absolutely varied frame of mind .While we are in a serious, busy rush as the morning starts , folks back home are in a mood to rejoice the end of a fruitful day; while they are preparing to slumber into a good night, we wish they be with us to share what we plan to do ahead .
          As the clock ticks with the passing day, we are eager that they wake up while our day ends with a peaceful evening; only to realize that now they are gripped by the rush of a new morning that was once ours. It leaves behind some funny moments when the opposite person does not contemplate a joke no matter how hard we try or some annoying moments when one tries to convey a thing that simply does not make sense then . The time frame we are in indeed has a lot of influence over the way we look at things. What may bother them as the day begins ,may sound little as our evening sets in and what may seem insignificant as they relax at the end of the day may sound of great concern as we start our day.It adds confusion during special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries and festivals as the time needs to be carefully calculated;avoiding wishes that are either sent too early or too late.
         The significance of time zone gets highlighted when people around the world have to work together on a common task from different locations at different time frames. Common platform of conversation between friends and relatives,spaced out everywhere around the globe resemble a complete entertainment package as each one gives inputs at their own time frame creating hilarious instances of confusion and fun. One greets good morning, while other is tired of afternoon sun; one walks around in the evening while other is almost drowsy in bed. Experience at the extreme end of the world humorously feels like a slow and steady runner in the race of time. This game of day and night is indeed an interesting one as we spin the hands of the clock changing the a.m to p.m !!

     
     

Festivals - Fun, Feast, Frolic unlimited !!!!

          It is that time of the year when all rejoice, the time when all assemble around, the time when our traditions come to life, the time when celebrations overflow. Festivals offer the opportunity to enjoy what we earn, to express gratitude towards what we gain, to bond with all as one,big family and to forget past differences for a bright shining future. Be it a traditional family festival or a local community celebration, be it a regional cultural occasion or a widespread national one ,festivals have the power to instill excitement, enthusiasm and happiness in each and everyone involved. Every member contributes in their own way to extract unlimited fun and celebrate it in a wonderful style.
         Each culture, religion, community, nation have their own characteristic festivals that are celebrated in a novel, unique manner. These festivals symbolize their rich tradition and keep one rooted to the values and learning of the past. They serve to pass the baton of knowledge and culture to the next generation and keep our foundation strong forever. For young children, all these celebrations carve an unforgettable memory and connect them to the vast storehouse of values, belief and faith. Festivals impart an aspect of knowledge; that can never fit into our conventional curriculum and books but is very essential for the compulsory examination called life.
        It teaches us to bond with every person around and treat them alike. It highlights the strength of unity, brotherhood and equality. Though festivals enter our daily walk of life with an agenda to spread cheer, happiness, laughter and joy ; they unknowingly leave us with a lot more. Each one looks forward to the approaching festivals with a lot of anticipation. The reason for the wait does vary but the eagerness and excitement to celebrate remains the same. Be it a child who relishes the sweets, or the mother who decorates the house, be it a father who purchases gifts for the family or the relatives and friends who look forward to a grand get-together, festivals are always welcomed with open arms and celebrated with total fun.
        Festivals open up a new chapter in everyone's life infusing hope, trust and a new beginning to the life ahead. Though the manner of traditions vary, the special food items differ, the decorative materials and clothes vary, the season, climate and location differ, each and every festival across the globe is a wonderful celebration of life we live; strengthening relations; spreading love.Everything about our festivals have a traditional, historic significance. The special delicacies cooked for the occasion taste much more delicious due to the wonderful essence of festive mood that lingers around in the air.
        For the fun they create, for the joy they bring, for the love they shower, for the laughter they spread, these festivals are an essential part of our life away from the usual work and play. They make us prepare well in advance ,only to be gone away quickly.Yet they will always deserve our attention and eagerness forever because they are truly worth it :)
     

...All things bright and beautiful.... in our very own NATURE's BASKET..... :)

            It is the Creator's gift for each life on earth, it is a resource for our living , it is an asset to the world around, it is the marvelous beauty of our planet. The brightness of the sun, the stillness of the moon, the greenery of the flora, the variety of the fauna, the vast flowing ocean , the waves of the sea all add to the valuable contents in this nature's basket. Each of these bring glitter to the eyes and happiness to the mind, making us wonder about its creativity and diversity.The variety of colors that radiate around emote a spectrum of feelings in us. Blue sky, white ocean, green leaves , yellow sun, silver moon, palette of innumerable colors in flowers make life on earth a very colorful and an exciting affair.
         The fascinating feature of colors lay in the array of shades exhibited at different intervals - be it fruits that change color as they ripen or the sun that changes shade as it rises and sets. These colors definitely have a strong power to appeal our eyes and make us feel wonderful, lively and joyful. It can elevate our mood and make life worth living; adding a sense of novelty and a long-lasting essence of enthusiasm.The richness of nature attracts each one of us to admire it. While observing the beauty of this creation,one gets pulled towards the creator; and also towards the inner self. Nature is indeed an excellent  teacher that imparts a rich source of knowledge in us. It silently delivers lessons towards a happy, contented and a peaceful living.
           The sky teaches us to be free from all limitations and have an open, rational,broad approach to everything in life.The Sun and stars guide us to shine bright and excel in life with a dedicated, devoted and focused attitude. The ocean and the sea impart a very important learning that one must never give up; like the waves that fall and rise, it teaches us to muster courage and give the next best shot after an unsuccessful attempt. Its huge and vast extent encourages us to expand our capabilities and progress beyond the horizon. The selfless green cover of plants, trees and crops inspire us to always live for others. Each and every part of it strives to benefit those around.The humble and modest trees are epitome of service without any expectation, help without any greed, welfare without any hidden motive .
           The sight of leaves as they sway in the wind, flowers as they bloom with a unique fragrance and fruits as they grow sweet and pulpy provide endless joy and satisfaction. The diverse variety of trees and plants; the richness of soil that nurtures them and the useful crops they provide us symbolize the magic by the Creator -difficult to comprehend; yet unbelievable and amazing to visualize. The rains shower us with fresh new hope, rivers motivate us to keep moving ahead in life leaving behind obstacles of the past, the darkness and silence of the night forces us to contemplate, relax and plan for the next rising day ahead.The list of its contents and greatness of each is truely endless.
        This basket of nature has given us an unlimited supply of resources with a trust that we harness our share judiciously and leave it for the generations to come. We must make attempts to conserve and use it with care so that our children can also visualize this nature with their own eyes and not just hear bedtime stories of this basket full of magic :)

         

                                                                                                                                                                                         

The Sound of Music......indeed a rhythm divine!

            It is a treat for the soul, happiness for the heart, blessing for the mind, food for the ears; it is the sound of music that grips each one of us in its own stride. There is music for every purpose, every occasion, every moment, every experience. The rhythm of sound and flow of lyrics artistically weave into a beautiful melody called 'song'. Music has an embedded power to lighten up our spirit and blend us in its own magic. Within minutes of reaching one's ears, the aura of music spreads around happiness, joy and cheer.
          Be it any pace, any form, any style or any genre, the rhythm of music swings each one to its own beats. One does not need to comprehend the language of lyrics as beauty of the piece flows through music;touching the mind and soul.Music is a global form of expression not bounded by any religion or belief, not limited to any region or a country. It connects everyone with the common bond of love, happiness, joy and delight. As music effortlessly penetrates into our inner self ,its tune has the power to unite lives across the world.
           It is a force that makes one dance when overjoyed, a memory that makes one relive when miles away, an outlet of stress that relaxes when tired, a source of inspiration that motivates when defeated. This art of music has the ability to express anything and everything in life - be it joy, sorrow, victory,defeat, love, faith ,brotherhood or friendship. There is a tune for each of these emotions; a melody for each of these feelings. A beautiful music composition is an art crafted by the patience, hard work, dedication and devotion of all those who create it. Their endless efforts shape this talent into a masterpiece that is beauty to our ears. Extensive efforts and united coordination of each and every individual in the process of composition; deliver us with a song that immediately adds to our favorite playlist and gives us a melodious experience forever.
         Music has the power that connects us to our ownself ; making us one with the creator.Our favorite songs hold special memories for a lifetime, it carries us back to those moments whenever the tune rings in our ears. The variety of forms and styles add to the richness of music. There are songs for every emotion that express our feelings; a dedication for every relation that convey our belief. The feeling of happiness extended by music is universal across all ages;a child enjoying the melody of nursery rhymes, a student listening to songs of a favorite movie , a youth singing along with friends or elders engrossed in spiritual music, each and everyone experience the joy in their own way. It is definitely the best form of expression as every event in life has a song in its own name, it is a talent that can never exhaust as each passing day has something new to update. While the old, traditional and cultural form of music represent the richness of our heritage, the fast and colorful music of today show progress of the recent world. This art of music and act of singing has lots to offer; creating a wonderful melody of SaReGaMaPa !!!!