I juz looooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooove kids :D
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Monday, November 14, 2005
Friday, November 11, 2005
A Letter
Dear nephew,
At the onset, let me wish you a very happy 7th birthday (end of 6 yrs). Rushing onto this world before the start of the controversial millenium (people were so impatient they made 2000 as the start of the millenium when 2001 is the rightful one as there was no 0 AD) It was a pleasure watching you come into this world, and was the first to see you once the doctors performed the initial "rites". You were pinkish, dark but you were intently watching me with ur wide open eyes. Ofcourse, you were as fair as you are after the initial few days. That was the last I would get to see you for the next 10 days as you were born with the umbilical cord twice round your neck and somehow that was linked to your dear uncle. It was agony rushing from abroad to the hospital only to enquire from hapless visitors about your well being and activities. Finally when I got to see you and name you (I was the one who decided your name from the two choices presented to me by your parents), I was really happily to spend the next couple of months by your side watching you cry and grasp your environment through your eyes. The next time I saw you, you were crawling to me, instantly recognising me. That was the best prize I could have got. You were the main reason I made it a point to be with you for 2 months after every 4 months, showering you with gifts and toys. The next visit proved exciting as after your parents struggling to make you walk, I succeeded :) I still remember vividly the first steps you took in Oppiliappan Koil to the excited cries of all relatives. I knew you were a good learner and within a couple of months, I made you play your first computer game :P At 1 yr 1 month, it was what I would call relatives' envy, my pride. Ofcourse, rest as they is history and the next time probably I shud work hard to beat you at any game :)
Two years down the road, when you stepped into my old school to continue to the legacy, I was surprised to see the mirror image of my old self, so excited about being in school, and even more surprised by sitting in front of the driver in the van (it was bus in my case) watching him drive. You even went one step ahead by refusing to come home with me and insisting on travelling by the van :P I used to love being with you and you were smart to take advantage of that, calling me "mama" if and when you wanted to get some things done. Just like your mom! Even otherwise, I would have done it for you my sweetheart :) I enjoyed teaching you all the tricks and "veshamams" even though I got blasted from alll quarters for that. I realised you are a quick good learner and I wanted to make use of it. Thats why when your thatha used to shout at you for putting your hand near the plug, I taught you how to switch it on and off properly. To become a computer buff in 5 yrs and teaching your grandparents how to do things is making your proud uncle ecstatic!
School life did soften your edges and made you very disciplined, even though you were every teacher's agony as you only talk to those people you like. They are still struggling to elicit an answer from you, even though you know everything and your amma tells me shes heard it herself. However, time should amend you further and education is all about learning, one aspect and then another. So I am not too bothered.
A year and a half back, when you got a baby brother (I always wanted a younger sibling but never managed to get), you were on top of the world, only to realise later that there is someone else vying for your parents' love. Ofcourse your parents made sure you did not feel disadvantaged and frequently praised you while admonishing your brother in front of you as a consolation. The fact that he was too young to understand those words did not deter you from beaming like only a jealous young kid can :) Ofcourse, that soon paved way for possessiveness of your bro and rubbing off some of your moodiness onto him as well.
I have never been with your younger bro that much as I have got a bit tied down with my working life, but he is proving too hot to handle for anyone. He wants to do things I cant imagine (cutting his ears inbetween the steel racks, pushing the tv onto his legs) and showcasing his boisterous nature. It is upto you now, as a bro, to shape your brother into a smart bright kid like you, as you are the only person he wants to emulate now. So mentor him and make him shine like you :)
I am feeling quite down now as I am not with you today, and wouldnt be able to see you next as soon as I had planned earlier, but my heart always goes out to you and always brings a smile thinking of you. Missing you my dear nephew! Take care. Hope this new year of your life brings you much more accolades and happiness. May God bless you my lad :)
Yours lovingly,
Dilip.
At the onset, let me wish you a very happy 7th birthday (end of 6 yrs). Rushing onto this world before the start of the controversial millenium (people were so impatient they made 2000 as the start of the millenium when 2001 is the rightful one as there was no 0 AD) It was a pleasure watching you come into this world, and was the first to see you once the doctors performed the initial "rites". You were pinkish, dark but you were intently watching me with ur wide open eyes. Ofcourse, you were as fair as you are after the initial few days. That was the last I would get to see you for the next 10 days as you were born with the umbilical cord twice round your neck and somehow that was linked to your dear uncle. It was agony rushing from abroad to the hospital only to enquire from hapless visitors about your well being and activities. Finally when I got to see you and name you (I was the one who decided your name from the two choices presented to me by your parents), I was really happily to spend the next couple of months by your side watching you cry and grasp your environment through your eyes. The next time I saw you, you were crawling to me, instantly recognising me. That was the best prize I could have got. You were the main reason I made it a point to be with you for 2 months after every 4 months, showering you with gifts and toys. The next visit proved exciting as after your parents struggling to make you walk, I succeeded :) I still remember vividly the first steps you took in Oppiliappan Koil to the excited cries of all relatives. I knew you were a good learner and within a couple of months, I made you play your first computer game :P At 1 yr 1 month, it was what I would call relatives' envy, my pride. Ofcourse, rest as they is history and the next time probably I shud work hard to beat you at any game :)
Two years down the road, when you stepped into my old school to continue to the legacy, I was surprised to see the mirror image of my old self, so excited about being in school, and even more surprised by sitting in front of the driver in the van (it was bus in my case) watching him drive. You even went one step ahead by refusing to come home with me and insisting on travelling by the van :P I used to love being with you and you were smart to take advantage of that, calling me "mama" if and when you wanted to get some things done. Just like your mom! Even otherwise, I would have done it for you my sweetheart :) I enjoyed teaching you all the tricks and "veshamams" even though I got blasted from alll quarters for that. I realised you are a quick good learner and I wanted to make use of it. Thats why when your thatha used to shout at you for putting your hand near the plug, I taught you how to switch it on and off properly. To become a computer buff in 5 yrs and teaching your grandparents how to do things is making your proud uncle ecstatic!
School life did soften your edges and made you very disciplined, even though you were every teacher's agony as you only talk to those people you like. They are still struggling to elicit an answer from you, even though you know everything and your amma tells me shes heard it herself. However, time should amend you further and education is all about learning, one aspect and then another. So I am not too bothered.
A year and a half back, when you got a baby brother (I always wanted a younger sibling but never managed to get), you were on top of the world, only to realise later that there is someone else vying for your parents' love. Ofcourse your parents made sure you did not feel disadvantaged and frequently praised you while admonishing your brother in front of you as a consolation. The fact that he was too young to understand those words did not deter you from beaming like only a jealous young kid can :) Ofcourse, that soon paved way for possessiveness of your bro and rubbing off some of your moodiness onto him as well.
I have never been with your younger bro that much as I have got a bit tied down with my working life, but he is proving too hot to handle for anyone. He wants to do things I cant imagine (cutting his ears inbetween the steel racks, pushing the tv onto his legs) and showcasing his boisterous nature. It is upto you now, as a bro, to shape your brother into a smart bright kid like you, as you are the only person he wants to emulate now. So mentor him and make him shine like you :)
I am feeling quite down now as I am not with you today, and wouldnt be able to see you next as soon as I had planned earlier, but my heart always goes out to you and always brings a smile thinking of you. Missing you my dear nephew! Take care. Hope this new year of your life brings you much more accolades and happiness. May God bless you my lad :)
Yours lovingly,
Dilip.
Decisions..
I have always maintained that decisions are what shapes our lives, and sometimes, it screws it. I made a decision a month back, which really has been for the worse.
But there are valuable lessons I learnt:
1. You are only as good as ur boss lets u to be...and I have learnt it the hard way.
2. Managers are leeches is probably an understatement. Probably they are the only ones who can state "Dont work 24 hrs and become tired. Work only 8, but finish off the work the 4 guys were supposed to do."
3. Working on the trot doesnt mean you deserve a break. Especially when u r caught in a legal mire.
4. Nothing hurts more than being away from the ones u love...
5. Capability in business terms is defined as the amount of work you can extract from other persons to do YOUR job.
6. Dont try to be honest to your boss. Thats the WORST thing u can do! After all, they are paid to exploit you!
7. Ironically, the worst prepares you to be the best managers. The day you learn to trade off ur kids for money, nothing can stop you!
8. There is even honour among thieves. Charactererised by selfish greed, honour (to clients, customers, colleagues, subordinates) doesnt exist in a manager's dictionary, but laced around in the vocabulary.
9. Only 28% IT Projects are a success. I know what it takes...for a failure to become a massive failure (a capable boss ofcourse)
10. If life is sweet all the time, you are not enjoying it enuf :)
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But there are valuable lessons I learnt:
1. You are only as good as ur boss lets u to be...and I have learnt it the hard way.
2. Managers are leeches is probably an understatement. Probably they are the only ones who can state "Dont work 24 hrs and become tired. Work only 8, but finish off the work the 4 guys were supposed to do."
3. Working on the trot doesnt mean you deserve a break. Especially when u r caught in a legal mire.
4. Nothing hurts more than being away from the ones u love...
5. Capability in business terms is defined as the amount of work you can extract from other persons to do YOUR job.
6. Dont try to be honest to your boss. Thats the WORST thing u can do! After all, they are paid to exploit you!
7. Ironically, the worst prepares you to be the best managers. The day you learn to trade off ur kids for money, nothing can stop you!
8. There is even honour among thieves. Charactererised by selfish greed, honour (to clients, customers, colleagues, subordinates) doesnt exist in a manager's dictionary, but laced around in the vocabulary.
9. Only 28% IT Projects are a success. I know what it takes...for a failure to become a massive failure (a capable boss ofcourse)
10. If life is sweet all the time, you are not enjoying it enuf :)
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Monday, November 07, 2005
Aavathum pennale...
actually, wanted to write a post on the spl gals in my life for quite some time...so here it goes for u...in chronological order
1. Paati - her will power, determination and traversals thru adversities are awesome. having 8 kids n marrying 4 gals n facing so many issues aint a joke. If you have ever read an article named "My Favorite CEO" in the Economic Times, now u know who it refers to :)
2. Amma - inheriting her will power from her mom, shes quite traditional n senti and not so daring as her mom. Shes played quite an active part in the background
3. Hems - perfect sis who played her part by thrashing me a lot for the first coupla decades in my life. Loved the fights n the special moments (of victory) that comes along with it.
4. Maathangi - the first gal i talked to online. Started out as an accident but turned into a very nice friendship. The start of my online relationships.
5. Aishwarya - one of my closest friends with whom I shared almost everything. has a special place in my heart.
6. Divya - A special friend who became closer than a friend. My first e-sis. Came into my life calling herself Shreya, but I have forgiven her for that :P
7. J - A very special gal who is in a constant inner fight between tradition and modern values. A gem of a gal who has become the love of my life
8. Ms. V - A gal I admire for her versatality and someone who inspires me with her bold nature and ability to take on challenges and be daring. Reminds me of my paati a lot for her charisma and will power.
9. Ms. A - My cute lil e-sis. Really awesome when it comes to talent and diverse interests, with whom I share a mysterious 5-1 factor :)
10. Sharana - She speaks to me through her powerful words that flow beautifully, having a structure in the unstructuredness. Her consistency in coming out with awesome verses leave me stunned and dazed. Probably the only one I want to emulate.
11. Sukku - A special friend in whom I find beauty in chaos. One with whom I like sharing happiness and sadness alike. Sometimes you just know someone is a special person, and that instinct was there the instant I talked to her.
12. Shreya - A gal who has yet to come into my life, but who can potentially vie with J for the top honours when it comes to my love ;)
And guys, dont mourn, it really depends on the mood of this lazy guy...
PS: The first ejjam went well. One down one more to go.
PPS: My sincere apologies to Smita...for the broken promise
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1. Paati - her will power, determination and traversals thru adversities are awesome. having 8 kids n marrying 4 gals n facing so many issues aint a joke. If you have ever read an article named "My Favorite CEO" in the Economic Times, now u know who it refers to :)
2. Amma - inheriting her will power from her mom, shes quite traditional n senti and not so daring as her mom. Shes played quite an active part in the background
3. Hems - perfect sis who played her part by thrashing me a lot for the first coupla decades in my life. Loved the fights n the special moments (of victory) that comes along with it.
4. Maathangi - the first gal i talked to online. Started out as an accident but turned into a very nice friendship. The start of my online relationships.
5. Aishwarya - one of my closest friends with whom I shared almost everything. has a special place in my heart.
6. Divya - A special friend who became closer than a friend. My first e-sis. Came into my life calling herself Shreya, but I have forgiven her for that :P
7. J - A very special gal who is in a constant inner fight between tradition and modern values. A gem of a gal who has become the love of my life
8. Ms. V - A gal I admire for her versatality and someone who inspires me with her bold nature and ability to take on challenges and be daring. Reminds me of my paati a lot for her charisma and will power.
9. Ms. A - My cute lil e-sis. Really awesome when it comes to talent and diverse interests, with whom I share a mysterious 5-1 factor :)
10. Sharana - She speaks to me through her powerful words that flow beautifully, having a structure in the unstructuredness. Her consistency in coming out with awesome verses leave me stunned and dazed. Probably the only one I want to emulate.
11. Sukku - A special friend in whom I find beauty in chaos. One with whom I like sharing happiness and sadness alike. Sometimes you just know someone is a special person, and that instinct was there the instant I talked to her.
12. Shreya - A gal who has yet to come into my life, but who can potentially vie with J for the top honours when it comes to my love ;)
And guys, dont mourn, it really depends on the mood of this lazy guy...
PS: The first ejjam went well. One down one more to go.
PPS: My sincere apologies to Smita...for the broken promise
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Saturday, November 05, 2005
Whats in a name?
OK, Im going to blow my top off after seeing No 19 on the list today!
1. Random Access
2. Sooper Crack
3. RA
4. Raj
5. Rara
6. Raasa
7. Raja
8. Sincere Sigamani
9. Serangoon Swami
10. Nanu
11. Dilip
12. Anand
13. Aravind
14. Oppili
15. Gopal
16. Rajagopal
17. Rags
18. Ran
19. RM
I know I have a long name...but this is a too much ;)
If you wanna incl anything else, do leave a comment :P
And my name is....
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1. Random Access
2. Sooper Crack
3. RA
4. Raj
5. Rara
6. Raasa
7. Raja
8. Sincere Sigamani
9. Serangoon Swami
10. Nanu
11. Dilip
12. Anand
13. Aravind
14. Oppili
15. Gopal
16. Rajagopal
17. Rags
18. Ran
19. RM
I know I have a long name...but this is a too much ;)
If you wanna incl anything else, do leave a comment :P
And my name is....
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Sollitharava....
Taking a break, I downloaded this...
The most melodious song I have heard in a while...
The locations in the song were awesome, costumes of asin matched the backgroud and even the colors were soothing...juz like the gentle seductive dose of melody as I heard it...
Sollitharava - Maja
[Male]
solli tharava solli tharava
mella mella vaa vaa vaa aruge
[Female]
alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage
[Male]
unnai ninaithen nitham thavithen
thalli thalli pogadhu uyire
[Female]
(alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage)
[Male]
kaadhal thottil pazhakkam
meendum kattil varaikkum
kaaman veetu kaal thodukkum
[Female]
aan penn ulla varaikkum
kaadhal kannai maraikkum
theeyil kooda then irukkum
[Male]
kaadhal mazhai thoorume
kattil kappaladume
[Female]
pennmai thadumaarume
maanam kappal erume
[Male]
ettu paadangal edhum illamal veetu paadam idhu
(solli tharava solli tharava
mella mella vaa vaa vaa aruge
[Female]
alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage)
[Female]
aasai yaarai vittadhu
naanam thummi kottudhu
mogam ennum mul theithadhu
[Male]
vaarthai uchu kottudhu
paarvai pachai kudhudu
dhegam engum thel kottudhu
[Female]
paarvai enai theendume
kaigal ellai thaandume
[Male]
poovai thodum nerame
budhi maari pogume
[Female]
inge en kaadhil sollum ellame enge nee katradhu?
Notice how the gentle laugh at the end adds to the beauty :)
[Male]
solli tharava solli tharava
mella mella vaa vaa vaa aruge
[Female]
alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage
[Male]
unnai ninaithen nitham thavithen
thalli thalli pogadhu uyire
OK, now that it gives me a smile, let me get back to studies!
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The most melodious song I have heard in a while...
The locations in the song were awesome, costumes of asin matched the backgroud and even the colors were soothing...juz like the gentle seductive dose of melody as I heard it...
Sollitharava - Maja
[Male]
solli tharava solli tharava
mella mella vaa vaa vaa aruge
[Female]
alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage
[Male]
unnai ninaithen nitham thavithen
thalli thalli pogadhu uyire
[Female]
(alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage)
[Male]
kaadhal thottil pazhakkam
meendum kattil varaikkum
kaaman veetu kaal thodukkum
[Female]
aan penn ulla varaikkum
kaadhal kannai maraikkum
theeyil kooda then irukkum
[Male]
kaadhal mazhai thoorume
kattil kappaladume
[Female]
pennmai thadumaarume
maanam kappal erume
[Male]
ettu paadangal edhum illamal veetu paadam idhu
(solli tharava solli tharava
mella mella vaa vaa vaa aruge
[Female]
alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage)
[Female]
aasai yaarai vittadhu
naanam thummi kottudhu
mogam ennum mul theithadhu
[Male]
vaarthai uchu kottudhu
paarvai pachai kudhudu
dhegam engum thel kottudhu
[Female]
paarvai enai theendume
kaigal ellai thaandume
[Male]
poovai thodum nerame
budhi maari pogume
[Female]
inge en kaadhil sollum ellame enge nee katradhu?
Notice how the gentle laugh at the end adds to the beauty :)
[Male]
solli tharava solli tharava
mella mella vaa vaa vaa aruge
[Female]
alli tharava alli tharava
alla alla theeradhe azhage
[Male]
unnai ninaithen nitham thavithen
thalli thalli pogadhu uyire
OK, now that it gives me a smile, let me get back to studies!
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Tuesday, November 01, 2005
Maja - Review
Masala Redefined. Go with a clear mind. Ensoy.Asin ku $10 moi. Can view. Cant re-view.
Juz realised I got a coupla exams in 5 days time for which I havent started preparation and successfully wasted 1 day today.. So urs humbly will stop with this...for now...i'll be back!
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The search has just begun !!! (for my textbooks..now where the heck did i keep it?)
Juz realised I got a coupla exams in 5 days time for which I havent started preparation and successfully wasted 1 day today.. So urs humbly will stop with this...for now...i'll be back!
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The search has just begun !!! (for my textbooks..now where the heck did i keep it?)
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