Sunday, May 29, 2011

Solitude- the Great Reveller

How often have u looked towards the heaven and admired the beauty of nature?! The other day, while chatting to one of my pals sitting on their terrace, he commented that he hasn’t seen the sunrise since a few months now. N for a moment I reflected on it- when did I see a perfect sunrise last, in fact when did anyone of us did so! Lost in the din n bustle of our hectic schedule, we rarely have time for such luxury as solitude!
             Many-a-times, when we go out with family or friends to places known for aesthetic  value, we are surprised and pleased by the view- amazed by so much that nature has to offer as gifts. But at the same time we’ve a perception that in order to see such beauty, we need to make an effort- go somewhere, create a window in our time schedule. Agreed, studies, extra-curriculars and (most importantly) plain laziness cramp our time and not all find d idea of blankly staring at the sky, so appealing. But there will b many of us who may have never thought of this-
             Get up in the morning n go look at d sunrise! Look at d clouds n the vista of colours in their wake! Get to d terrace at mid night, when most of us sit in front of d idiot box (or may b the screen, nowadays) and watch d pattern in d sky- d twinkling objects that have never failed to fascinate mankind. And while doing so, reflect on incidents that mattered to u n those that didn’t, people who touched ur life in some way- small but subtle, dreams of urs- serious or childish n how u can or cud hav made the come true. Or just let ur mind roam freely, whichever direction it may take n go along with it, as a spectator not a participant.  I bet, anyone who does this is gonna love every bit of it.
              The best idea of fun is with friends, n I perfectly agree to it. But simultaneously, I believe a personal time-out with nothing but us is also a must in our daily lifestyle. With no one but the person n his solitude all around, away from the world n looking at it from a distance (metaphorically) with just one’s own eyes n perspective- that’s is so important too! N when I do enjoy it, its really so refreshing, makes me see new things niot otherwise visible, explore new avenues and live in more than one way. Now, does not sound exciting enough?!

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

The Eternal Craving...


Craving is part of being human. But what differentiates us from other animals is the type of stuff that we crave for. the feelings n emotions that drive us. In short, the most important thing that humans crave for is- affection, care n love…

Into college life in the true earnest since a month n its evident how important these things r in life. Only when we lose something do we realize its significance…else we tend 2 take it for granted.Be it parents, ur best pal or ur beloved. All matter, even though its not evident every moment. At those lonely times, when memories tend 2 drown u in nostalgia, if u regret not having don something that u could hav done 2 that loved one, then u hav failed!

Live every moment, but not for ur joy… for d happiness for that special one .  That’ll give u unprecedented satisfaction n joy, not only at that moment, but every time u reminiscence about those past days.  These r what makes life’s so much worth living. All of us have lived for ourselves; trying 2 achieve our dreams;  being glad of our success et al. For once, try 2 live for others, helping them achieve their aim, bringing a smile 2 their faces.I guarantee u d feeling is paradise...

Monday, August 30, 2010

Life Moves On... In Bombay!

Long time since I last wrote on my blog… N how life’s changed since then… Into and almost settled at Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay , reputed to be THE best engineering insti in the country at present… N a lot seems to b different in life n lifestyle…

First few days… missed home, parents, n friends a lot… fell ill due to d incessant rainfall out here… n that brought back memories… pain n fondness… that care n concern… those ever-present affection… I realized what it means being parents…

Things got in2 place with time… as is the case always… humans move on… through darkness n light… its d rhythm of life… made new friends- some good, some not-so-good… learning 2 live alone, independent … lonely yet oneness with self…

Lets see what’s in store in d upcoming days…

Monday, July 19, 2010

Alvidaaa...! U Stay In My Heart!

True that change is the only thing permanent, and one who stays stagnant loses out on the race of life... so, alike everyone else, I too have to go on, rather than rueing the past. But the important thing for all of us is- when you leave behind the past, leave it with a smile on the face. And that is possible only if we carry the happy memories, the sweet moments that made our life so much worth living for. And discard the painful ones, the sad and sorrowful experiences from our memory; just as we remember a person for his virtues rather than his vices...
I, personally, am so glad to have had such a beautiful life till now, with so many lovely people, that I have absolutely no regrets about things that could have been different or better. My heartful thanks to everyone who has been with me in this vista of Earth, I’m glad I got to know U all n live the moments in elan... And however much I may change, I can never forget about those who are dear to me...
My blog has been a wonderful way to express myself, and I hope to continue it as and when situation is conducive. But as I jump into the unknown, I don’t know what lies ahead... But I am sure my friend and well wishers’ blessings will carry me through the worst...
Adieu!

A New Life Beckons!

Life is a journey as they say... Meets n partings, arrivals n departures are all its integral parts... But then, what is this called- leaving the place where your entire life has been, unsure of when next you’ll be coming back and for how long? As I leave for a wholly new venture to join IIT Bombay, one is forced to ponder over the aspect- what it actually means to miss people, places and events; how helpless one feels when unable to return back to those stands left behind in the memory lane...
It is very well said, that we may get to like new places, enjoy experiences we’ve always dreamt of, and start to love new and special people, as we move along the path of life. But however much our life may change, nothing can take the place of the things that we miss. The scars of old wounds on the body and mind, stay forever, the voids left in the heart, of people who had once been so special, can never be filled by any other...

Saturday, July 17, 2010

Stay OPEN To LOVE!

Just as I previously mentioned, it would be utter foolishness on anyone’s part to try and define what is love...  But what I’ve learnt is that it manifests itself in small things and the most insignificant of our actions. Hence it is necessary to always keep love in our mind irrespective of whether we gain the expected benefits or not...
Picking up the phone and telling the affectionate words, the sincere apologies, the gratitude that we have been postponing since some time. Opening the door to someone who seeks our help. Pondering and taking a long due decision. Asking forgiveness for a mistake we have made, burying the personal ego. Demanding what we rightfully deserve. Gifting a dear one, a fresh flower of our choice, rather than a jewellery. Playing music loud when the person u love is far away, but playing it low when he/she is nearby. Discovering jobs or sports that can be done by two. Finding out ur comfort zone with ur partner. Not following any recipe, not even the ones contained in this paragraph, because love seeks creativity...
When nothing else is possible, when all that remains is loneliness all around n despair, then remember this simple childish story-
A rose dreamt day and night about bees but no bees landed on her soft petals. However, the flower continued to dream, often into long nights - of dozens of bees descending on her n kissing her lightly. By doing so, she was able to last till the next day to open its petals to the new sun. One day the moon, aware of her loneliness, asked her,
“Aren’t U tired of waiting?”
“Possibly,  but I can’t stop trying.”
“Why?”
“Because it I don’t smile to the world, if I chose to suffer within, if I don’t remain open, I will simply fade away.”
At times when loneliness seems to crush all beauty and hope, the only way to resist is to stay open to love and all humanity and stay true to our heart...

P.S.-Sorry 4 being away 4 so long! 

Saturday, June 26, 2010

The ENERGY Of LOVE

There have been instances our lives, when we long to help someone, to express our solidarity and love, but are unable to do so. Circumstances prevent us from approaching them or sometimes, the person declines our support n chooses stay closed off from us. At such times, the only thing we have left within us is love. When we can do nothing, we can still love, expecting no reward, change or gratitude in return.
It may appear fantasy at first thought, but it is proved by experience- love’s got an energy associated with it. When we love truly, the energy of love begins to change d world around us. This energy permeates all matter n always achieves its aim. “Time doesn’t transform man. Will power doesn’t transform man. Love transforms,” says Henry Drummond.
Love cures ailments of mind as well as body. Its energy is divine n non-quantifiable. But sometimes, we feel that love builds traps n can end up destroying a person who has resolved to give him or herself completely to it. This feeling is so complex yet, deep down, is the only reason we continue to live, struggle and improve.
An attempt to understand it in the subsequent post(s)...