When i first saw him...

When i saw him, for the first time...
The single moment which switched off both sides of my brain

The magnetic eyes and calmness of his voice
Dark figure, tall outlook, crisp and fresh

The assuring look and the charming boyish smile
My face started to blush and glow at the same time.

The perfect manners and the care he showered
I was seduced by the looks of his eyes

The spell which made(MAD) me say yess....
My heart beat increased as though i ran for a mile.

Is it the love at first sight?
No matter,what it be, he is mine..

-Manjari

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Goodbye 2007

Time has come for us to bid a bye to 2007 and to warmly welcome the year 2008. How fast the "TIME wheel" is revolving, leaving tons of memories and moments cherished, with lots of laughings, loads of thoughts and collection of events.. Another year in my life, ready to shed its golden glaze on me. A few happenings, mere happiness.. my mind would always wants to have them back. A few accidents, frustrations.. let the thoughts of them fade as the mist in sun. All in walks of life. Let the past pass and invite the treasures awaiting us.
Eagerly waiting to welcome the enchanting new year 2008..

Nothing contains a "Thing"..

Nothing to write much rite now but stories.
I am dwelling in a small world which consists of my son and MYMAN. Obviously being a homemaker, nothing great occurs to me. Things will happen to my son or MYMAN and I will be enjoying them. I am really happy for what I am and how I spend my time, though it is not productive. But something bothers me. I feel miserable whenever I think about my career. I never had a chance to lead a corporate life.
I got engaged while doing my 2nd year post graduation in computer science. Those were the golden period of my life, when I shared lots of sweet nothings with my fiance along with the college life. Obviously I lost interest in my studies. I felt very safe and was very childish, unaware of the reality. I got married during the holidays and continued my final year. Just like that, I was studying in my class and MYMAN got a job offer from Germany. So he went there leaving me. I finished my exams and project and joined him. When we returned to India after one year, i lost the status "Fresher".
I tried, tried and tried to get a job, finally yielded to the pressures of society. I gave birth to a baby boy. During that time too, I dint wanted to waste my time. I started to do my Management degree through correspondence. But now being in US, I do not have a job, I cannot do my studies, I really feel useless, sitting in front of my laptop.
Though I feel hapless in a few corners of my life, I am really happy for spending most of my time with my son. I could take good care of him and MYMAN. No work stress. I help him explore this world. I am teaching him. He loves me playing with him. I should consider this phase, as "Knowledge transfer phase combined with Production and Maintenance". ha ha hi hi ho ho.. Even Nothing contains a "Thing"..

Friendship and Love

I was about to call my classmate who is seven months now and this thing struck my mind. When we were doing our college, she used to tell me that, this guy is her very close friend and they share true friendship, blah, blah. I used to think that they mean the same until she declared marriage with that guy.. They said that their friendship bloomed into love.
Hmm... "There is a fine line between love and friendship. The boundaries are very delicate that they can be altered according to individual's mindset".

What to say???

Sometimes he is gold
and sometimes he is cold
What to say?

Sometimes he trusts
And sometimes he bursts
What to say?

Sometimes he cares
And sometimes he tares
What to say?

Sometimes he treasures
And sometimes he pressures
What to say?

Sometimes he pleases
And sometimes he teases
What to say?

Sometimes he winks
And sometimes he stinks
What to say?

Sometimes he mesmerizes
And sometimes he vaporises
What to say?

Sometimes he pleasures
And sometimes he measures
What to say?

Sometimes he holds
And sometimes he scolds
What to say?

Sometimes he flirts
And sometimes he hurts
What to say?

Sometimes he assists
And sometimes he resists
What to say?

Though n things can be said
And technically all are correct
Practically, only love remains..
--Manjari

The above is my poem. You may sense Vijaya. TR 's smell.
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Enjoy your problem..

Everyone have problems. The success of life remains in the way they solve their problems.
As everyone, I too face a lots of problem. When i react to them, it hurts. but when i act to them, i feel better.Every problem should have some or other solution. It is us who take long time to solve them or unaware of the solution.The stress created by problem have a long life time, compared to the problem..If only you have a stone in your path, you will learn to jump.Think that problems are given, so that you can strengthen yourself. Enjoy your problem, u may not get them again.

My MAYS

May I be happy, happy and happy all through my simple life.
May god bestow best of his wishes on me all the time.
May I be blessed with everyone, with health and happiness.
May I love/be loved by everyone.
May I get all these MAYS.....

Weight, u wait!!! i am going to drag u down.....

After my delivery, I gained more weight, than I could imagine. I was 55kg (121 pounds) when i was in India, before my child's birth and now I am 63.95kg (141 pounds). My son, just has turned one year now. And it is time for me to reduce my weight and give some shape to my body. I have laid some rules to myself. Lets see how it goes...
These are my rules.

1. Things to avoid:

Corn cake
Milkshakes
Muffins
Butter toasts
Whole milk
Chocolates
Biscuits
Egg yolk
Potato chips
Coffee ( Mocha, my favorite. I love to have them after my dinner, with three scoops of star bucks choco chip ice cream along with some fresh cream. hmmm. Those lovely days have gone)
(This unhealthy list is too long)

2. Things to take:

Fruits
Vegetables
Fat free milk( it taste awful)
cereals
Orange juice
(And this healthy list is very short)

3. Things to do:

Walking for 20 mins
using stepper for 10 mins
cycling for 10 mins
Other warming up exercises..
(And this list is tedious)

I am my own Master and No one to control me. Most of the time i am following the rules but a few times, i am breaking them too (After all i am naughty)...

Stupid questions and Perfect answers

My friend Suja forwarded this to me. Found it interesting.


1."Are you chewing gum?"
"No, I'm John Smith"

2. "I want to buy a dress to put on around the house."
"Yes, Madam. How large is your house?"

3. "What are you going to be when you graduate?"
"An old man"

4. "I spent three years in college taking medicine."
"Are you well now?"

5. "Do you say a prayer before you eat?"
"No, we don't have to. My mother is a good cook."

6. "I've got a surprise for you, honey. I brought a friend home for dinner."
"Who wants to eat friends?"

7. "We are having mother for dinner, darling."
"Make sure she's well done."

8. "I want some rat poison."
"Should I wrap it up or do you want to eat it right here?"

9. "It seems that everything I say to you goes in one ear and out the other."
"Well, I guess that's why I've got two ears."

10. "May I hold your hand?"
"No, thanks, It isn't heavy."

11. "Does water always come through the roof in this place?"
"No, sir, only when it rains."

12. "When will you straighten out the house, dear?"
"Why? Is it tilted?"

13. "Do these stairs take you to the second floor?"
"No, you'll have to walk"

14. "Now that you're married, you should have some insurance"
"But why? My wife isn't dangerous."

15. "I have changed my mind."
"Thank heavens! Does it work better now?"

16. "Would you like your coffee black?"
"What other colors do you have?

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Ranganatha Temple

When i was in India, somehow i squeeze time to go to Temple often either lonely or with MYMAN. But after coming here, i could not find time and also a temple. I was nagging MYMAN, to take me to a temple and he somehow found a temple in Pomona, Newyork.
Two weeks before, we went there. It was some one hr drive from our home. I was excited to go there. I always go to temple, to get some peace of mind & I feel like geting relieved of my mental stress. Though I am spiritual, I do not attach spirituality towards it. There were lots of Indian in that temple. Everyone praying to god and priests singing mantras. My mind was in peace and I was enjoying the temple, while MYMAN was teaching our son to pray. I was thinking, by this time if our son were in India, he would be doing pooja with my in-laws. Everything happens according to God's will. We spent some time worshiping.
And here comes the interesting part of our trip. The priest asked us to get some prasadam. To our surprise, they served us puliyodharai and thayir sadam. They tasted awesome. We even packed some for dinner. May be, next time we will definitely go to this temple for puliyodharai and thayir sadam, next comes the Ranganathar, peace of mind, blah,blah... ;-)

Secret of happiness

Several people have told lot about the secret of happiness and i have chosen the one, which applies to me.
"The secret of happiness lies in taking a genuine interest in all the details of daily life, and in elevating them to art." - William Morris. he also adds, " true happiness can be found through the creative and interactive experiences of home life".
Me choosing this particular quote is diplomatic isn't it?