tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37497269178810545282024-03-05T00:26:14.598-08:00Feelingsread it and feel itAirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-63709183781927134192016-08-29T08:41:00.000-07:002016-08-29T08:45:13.811-07:00One of The Best Contemporary Jewellery: Rajanya Terracotta<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
In this modern age, everyone is fond of fashion. It's not just clothing but the jewellery has become one of the most important fashion statement.<br />
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Not only adult enjoys wearing varieties of jewellery but also the kids. I am too fond of jewellery, be it handicrafts or hand made or just a real diamonds. One of the most fashionable and handmade jewellery I have ever known is Terracotta jewellery, one of the oldest forms of jewellery in the world. Terracotta is an Italian word that means "cooked earth".<br />
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There have been several ornaments like earrings, ear studs, necklaces, pendants, bangles and bracelets, all coloured and well polished made of terracotta. Many terracotta figurines also have been unearthed that had elaborate depictions of artistic jewellery.<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/rajanyadesigns/" target="_blank">Rajanya Terracotta</a> is one of the famous designs mostly inspired by nature and depicted animals, leaves, flowers and then moved on to traditional motifs and elaborate patterns.<br />
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Let you know that Terracotta is hard red earthenware. They are available in beautiful color combinations.<br />
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Today the terracotta jewellery makes exotic dressing style when worn with the traditional nomadic or tribal dresses. It has become a fashion statement now, they create elegant and rustic appeal and you can choose various earthen colors of pink, red, green, indigo, rust or gray. It has got a traditional shapes like animals or the tribal gods or a more contemporary look by using abstract shapes and designs.<br />
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You can observe the varied cultures and moods of Indian heritage which are reflected in terracotta fashion jewellery. They are popular because of their ethnic style and beautiful bright colors. It is a rage among fashion conscious people. These are often handmade and its variety is at par with the expensive items in terms of beauty of design and the variety offered.<br />
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Terracotta fashion jewellery has a rustic and a very earthen appeal. It is in vogue as an accessory with the traditional as well as the contemporary casual wear. The products include necklaces, chokers, earrings, bracelets, bangles, danglers and pendants. One such terracotta jewellery designer is Ashwini Prasad from Bengaluru (Bangalore) who represents <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rajanyadesigns/" target="_blank">Rajanya</a> has slowly grown in stature and is now privileged to have built a reputation as one of the best terracotta jewellery maker's in the country.<br />
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The exquisite Rajanya's collection includes terracotta jewellery sets as well as just earrings and pendants to suit the dressing style of women of all ages. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rajanyadesigns/" target="_blank">Rajanya Terracotta</a> has whole range of exquisite terracotta jewellery. Find it on Facebook for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rajanyadesigns/" target="_blank">Rajanya Terracotta Jewellery Collections</a>.</div>
Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-30846870693208078802010-04-29T21:42:00.000-07:002010-04-29T21:47:19.589-07:00Anger Begins in Childhood<p style="text-align: justify;font-family:lucida grande;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Yes, absolutely,<span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" >anger begins in childhood.</span></p><div style="text-align: justify;font-family:lucida grande;"><span style="font-size:100%;">We learn very early in life, when we are small babes in the cradle, that if we cry and raise a big enough fuss we will get fed, our wants are going to be met. That lesson is hard to forget. At times we still want to cry out, to say "I am not invisible, I am a real person." We want to make a fuss so that our needs will be met. The anger we feel when our needs are not met leads to bitter disappointment.</span> </div><p style="text-align: justify;font-family:lucida grande;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Sometimes when things that matter so much to us, whether they be temporal needs or spiritual perceptions, are not provided in a timely manner we become discouraged. We are fearful that these disappointments will go on for a period of time, or that they will never be achievable. This fear comes from trying to trust in self or others instead of trusting in God. It comes from not waiting on God and his time schedule. The safety and security that we long for at times can only be supplied by God.</span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: lucida grande;"> </div><p style="text-align: justify;font-family:lucida grande;"><span style="font-size:100%;">This fear, along with our desire to fulfill our own needs, will lead to rebellion. We get angry toward anyone who stands in our way or who does not go along with our personal agenda. We begin to look only for those who can help us fill this personal agenda we have made for ourselves. Before long we make demands that cannot be fulfilled.</span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: lucida grande;"> </div><p style="text-align: justify;font-family:lucida grande;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Even though we despise it, we have a tendency to hang on to our anger because the anger hurts less than the fear we feel. Eruptions of anger serve to dull the pain that is deep within us. In a false sense of the word, it gives us a feeling of security that we are controlling our own situations.</span></p>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-69185262147003508552010-04-29T20:14:00.000-07:002010-04-29T20:58:52.364-07:00My little squab!Hey folks – I have been watching from last few months, there is certain activities in my flower pot which was hanging in my balcony. You know what, a pigeon’s egg!!<br /><p>Yes, today, it’s amazing feeling when I saw few baby pigeon in the hanging pot. I mean ’squabs’…you couldn’t believe it, they were just shouting and shouting to tell you something about their Mommy and Daddy and how they care for them, may be. They must have some alarm clocks built inside..<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTG1_TMmJVNu7HXUgpU83jo_asiSsZ5PAugrkcsDwVlJKsAx1MrDeAfThIOyH4plffi858PijQ2nKd_AwVcVtc1Xn7Fbzgb0GrzNAifas6mv_EZ2CmSDe9r9018u9JoM0eCVSzE7BoS6U/s1600/IMG00727-20100429-1839.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTG1_TMmJVNu7HXUgpU83jo_asiSsZ5PAugrkcsDwVlJKsAx1MrDeAfThIOyH4plffi858PijQ2nKd_AwVcVtc1Xn7Fbzgb0GrzNAifas6mv_EZ2CmSDe9r9018u9JoM0eCVSzE7BoS6U/s200/IMG00727-20100429-1839.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465774918129296738" border="0" /></a></p> <p>The mommy pigeon cares for them during the night. She sits on the nest – hey – that’s a small flower pot in the balcony of our house, open and clean area, wonderful place – always dry, protected from the wind and the crows, clean and very quiet. I really couldn’t understand what to do next. Probably, thinking of leaving them alone and let them fly.</p> <p>They are not one, it’s more than three squab and always protected by their parents. Very nice!</p> <p>Well, I think their mommy cares for them during the night and keeps them warm till the next day until 11.30, I guess. When she hears Daddy’s flapping of his wings she leaves the nest and Daddy starts his duty until the early evening at around 6 pm. I think Daddy is a bit greedy for food so he always stops on the food plate first before he sits down to take over his duties. But nevertheless he very much cares for them and protects them.</p> <p>Sometimes he thinks that we are going too close to his beloved ones and so he starts hissing, blowing himself up like a bodybuilder – he makes himself really big – impressive – and really looks angry and is ready to do everything to defend his little ones. I think he is a bit a choleric – Mommy never makes such a fuss – I think she knows better that no-one is doing their kids any harm here.<br /></p><div id="gallery-1" class="gallery galleryid-219">They are growing rapidly. Their skin is darkening. I think very soon they will loose their pinky skin colour – but looked like a little piggy anyway – maybe it’s better now…</div> <p>You know, Pigeons has excellent eyesight, they also can see ultraviolet light – part of the light spectrum that humans can’t see. Pigeons everywhere have been celebrating. Not only are the skies totally empty of planes, they’re blue as well. You must be amazed to know that both the sexes produce crop milk to feed their young ones… <img src="http://blog.airakesh.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif" alt=":-)" class="wp-smiley" /> </p> <p>Isn’t it so interesting!!!</p>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-17131448349952010742010-04-19T02:23:00.000-07:002010-04-19T02:48:36.584-07:00My participation gift from Indusladies!Recently, I had participated in Indusladies International Woman's Day Contest on Dowry and my title was <a href="http://airakesh.blogspot.com/2010/02/very-big-and-shameful-evil-system-dowry.html" target="_blank"> A very big and shameful evil system - Dowry!</a>It was really a great experience participating and it was a healthy competition.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Below is the participation gift, I received from Indusladies.com for participating in the contest.</span><br /><br />Pic: A cap<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://airakesh.blogspot.com/"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCbsAJVQPgLTMVwkSFWRkzG3JUK72PQkCwVL7BYFq391mv8AFD_mWHfzmvbUfGyAyn5N0-dIv9_rhGwsFh64NCF7-xZk3Nl77Hv23G-rUbDQoRDRn5t8hQdeXAUDv78g3UyGUaJHLot_k/s200/Cap-Indusladies-Participation-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461779124191858738" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://airakesh.blogspot.com/"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQRZ73_e4TrhA8vcPgNNNvLXeydVE0GHYcgUC2wcAgPKwnU9KtEhpDHepTmzxjshlr40RpRnA0iv9uaaHic3L89bypFl17aPTyz7OLturQ9kKNZHjZFsHLepHNizMVLIqxh3wjyINu7ho/s200/Cap-Indusladies-Participation-3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461779914678735298" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://airakesh.blogspot.com/"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG6nAFjGM_DciC4EauZYLzOExw16pL_2T43Qd481ghzWZswd-GNCxoc6b5fRo1PvNZ7PbbUBUCvy6NY_DDAvWrYjEDWsCsAbnODkwUOAQHtavHJb5uN3gyfTQ0fl19GCZubRGt4t3aH3M/s200/Cap-Indusladies-Participation-5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461779796737590370" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://airakesh.blogspot.com/"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGWPzQp6p2UlBB_dWNlEhxwF-SPgqTwO1bW-8M6KI92z_T4x45hcKH98aDQ7Zw2WmSYeZ2bUJkvQ8lqZS0rqDeRUeT2z7JwMSlL0X_nBUFX7j650WHViiq1awqLRMP3SRjsEBy5ta5XcA/s200/Cap-Indusladies-Participation-4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461779693368602482" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://airakesh.blogspot.com/"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsnC5DHpvAgPgm0exdIOAMpBKOf7IBkGbhQSJkwiFMvVNOq6t_yv13-h4bNwb9RDRV0f7T11kN1eNwTCbFNpmrzZAaXBAYAEGBsJDbxCJw3vd27tdXwcOTkQu8no8pyr_F5uaiO4HFMFw/s200/Cap-Indusladies-Participation-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461779420074034162" border="0" /></a>Thank you Indusladies!Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-88063587509551096792010-02-24T02:05:00.000-08:002010-03-12T04:07:41.992-08:00A very big and shameful evil system - Dowry!Well, it's an <b>International Woman's Day on 8th March </b> we, women celebrates this day with a great zeal each year.<br /><br />This year, I am one of the lucky women who got such a nice opportunity to participate in this blog contest based on woman issues and express my feelings towards one of the issues which is the most common problem and biggest evil in the Indian society i.e. domestic violence due to <b>'Dowry'</b> and day by day it is becoming worst where not only girls are harassed but also her parents.<br /><br />Yes, each day many of the woman faces this very shameful evil. Yes, Dowry is an evil, a very big and shameful evil system and all of us very well know about it. At some level, it is less and at some level it is very high. We even contribute to it. How? It's not one hand. Nothing happens one way..without any reason. Each and every action is responsible. Even modern, well-educated families start saving up money for their daughter's dowry as soon as she is born, so what can one expect from the uneducated masses, whose only form of education is tradition?<br /><br />Each parents have a dream for their daughters, a very happy married life and so to fulfill those things, they save so many things from the very beginning and at the time of marriage they give more and more cash and gifts to their daughter so that she be happy and not dependable but after marriage when they hear that this is not enough and they want more and more then what?? If she is tortured and beaten up and harassed then? Not only materialists and cash has been taken but when you hear that their daughter is also left alone, badly beaten with so much pains then what would parents do?<br /><br /><b>Yes, above all the pains and diseases, one of the most shameful domestic violence is due to Dowry!!</b><br /><br />Everyday there is a new case and new story based on this domestic violence in our country. Some are beaten, some are tortured, some suicide and some leave the in-laws house and divorced. I have seen many cases and also I know one of my friend's neighbor, her name was Nina (name changed) she committed suicide by hanging herself from a ceiling fan in her house because she was constantly harassed for dowry by her husband. And she could managed to do so and finally hanged herself. It is not just her story but there are many such cases which have been known for many years. I really feel bad about these systems <span style="font-weight: bold;">'Dowry'</span> which is known as the gifts from girls home but actually it is a symptom of a deeper disease that relates to how our society values women. I know one of the women, who still reside near my sister's house. She has been married for 10 years now but still she has been harassed every forth day even though her brothers have fulfilled all their demands still her husband beats her sometimes and her in-laws torches her so much that she sometimes feels to die. But she had two kids and they love her so much that seeing so much love she doesn't want to divorce or leave her family and because of this one and only reason she is still living there and compromising everyday with them with an hope, one day, things would change.<br /><br />There are lots of laws against dowry system in India but do you think it work? I don't think it works in every case because if one traced the districts where dowry demands are strongest, one would probably note a low female child sex ratio. And you can realize that for wherever a girl is seen as a burden because of dowry, you can also see that female children are being prevented from being born. Why? I have seen so many campaigns against female infanticide, a girl child murder you can say on TV and newspapers but still it doesn't work in many places. Not even people want to understand. There are few young couples who are planning for a baby girl but there is no drastic decline in the female child sex ratio in the more prosperous districts of the country. There are many questions but no answer.<br /><br />With all these major issues, I would also like to say that of course, every problem has a remedy. There is a way out for dowry too but if it is taken seriously by each parents. <b>What you need to do is provide your daughter with a solid education, and encourage her to pursue a career of her choice. It is the best dowry any parent can ever give their daughter.</b><i> Education is very important and a biggest jewelery too for each girl. </i>Instead of giving her dowry, give her fine knowledge i.e complete education and everyone is nice to her at her new home when she is educated, give her a great career, so that she get more respect because when she is career oriented woman everyone will respect her. But by change if they (in-laws) treat her badly, she can walk out, as she is not dependent on them. One of the reasons parents of the boy ask for dowry, is that they often expect that their son will be earning and supporting the wife, and it is only fair that she contribute somewhat towards the household by way of dowry. <b>If your daughter is educated and has as good a career as her husband to be, you've got a strong step in your favor. </b><br /><br />Think about it!!Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-84853898283885746602009-10-26T04:42:00.000-07:002009-10-26T04:44:41.306-07:00The Great India Place MallIt was a long time, I had been to Noida. I guess, 6 months has already passed. After a so long time, my husband and I planned to go to <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/4083-The-Great-India-Place-Noida-Shopping-Mall-Commercial-Mall.aspx">the Great India Place Mall</a> again. It is a nice place to hang out. So, as per our plan, we get ready and had our breakfast and then took out our car and make our way to the Great India Place Mall. It is not near to my house. I think, it probably takes more than 45 mins. to reach there. We started at 11:30 am and then gradually we reached there and parked our car in the parking area. It is so spacious. Whenever I go there, I love the way..I mean the express way, it is so smooth and feels so romantic. I love long drive...so refreshing!<br /><br />Well, we went inside the Mall. The security guards checked my purse and belongings and also my whole body, they always check each and every person for security reason. As I entered, I was feeling lil' relax. As we reached here after a long journey i.e. an hour approx. Just on the way at the middle of the lane, I saw Baskin 31 Robin ice cream. We bought two cups of ice cream for 110 bucks and move towards the escalators for the first floor. And standing on the first floor peeping downwards all the activities there and enjoying ice cream. As we finished it we were just wondering around to each stores which are located there. There are many retail outlets of international brands of apparels, footwear, jewellery, books shop, restaurants, handlooms, etc. Also there is a big floor of Home Town and Big Bazaar which houses lots of home needs and care.<br /><br />At <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/4781-Home-Town-Noida.aspx">Home town</a>, you can see all the varieties of furniture which includes bed sets, dining sets, sofas, baby bed sets, mattresses, shoe racks, <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/6644-Allen-Cooper-Pitampura.aspx">eZone electronics</a>, TV Stands, Computer tables, dressing tables, cupboards, kitchen sets, bathroom sets, curtains, linen, towels, handlooms, cushions, utensils, chairs, coffee chair, coffee tables, book shelf, rather everything related to your home care and needs. You can find and buy anything here as per your budget. It is very spacious and all the major credit cards are accepted here.<br /><br />At big bazaar, you can buy all the home needs, fashion apparels, food items at food bazaar inside, fruits and vegetables, groceries, jewellery, home care, furniture, foorwears, sports goods, gift items, utensils, dinner sets, Toiletries products, electronic products, perfumes, cosmetics, mattresses, toys, dolls, soft toys, books, baby care needs, kitchen wares, LCD TV, Monitors, computers, mobiles, etc. Here, there are variety of products at very discounted price and also low as compared to other departmental stores. Well, it is very big stores and houses so much of things inside of your daily care you can buy from.<br /><br />Besides this there are many retail brands too which includes Lifestyle and Lifestyle Home, Reebok, Adidas, Titan, Liberty, Nike, <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/5510-Globus-Noida-Unitech-Mall.aspx">Globus</a>, Swatch watch, fast track, McDonald's, Baskin 31 Robin, Punjabi by Nature, Geleto ice cream, Puma, United Colors of Benetton, Pantaloon, Shoppers Stop, Bossini, <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/6357-Gravity-Restaurant-Bar-Noida.aspx">Gravity</a>, D&A Shoes, Lee Cooper, Tana Bana, Hallmark, BGs, Giovani, Pizza Hut, KFC, Guess, Marks & Spencer. Apart from these outlets there is also many jewellery shop like <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/5549-Hazoorilal-Sons-Jewellers.aspx">Hazoorilal</a>, R C Jellewers, Cygnus, Taraash, Wardrobe from Dulhan Libas, Sita Bridal, Study by Janak and Renowned Fashion Designers, it's a one stop destination for those who look for perfection.<br /><br />Also, there you can find many other entertainment zone apart from those brands which includes:<br /><br />• 6-screen multiplex cinema<br />• Multiple theme park<br />• Indoor entertainment area<br /><br /><a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/4083-The-Great-India-Place-Noida-Shopping-Mall-Commercial-Mall.aspx">The Great India Place</a> is a retail and entertainment complex as part of <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/6862-Entertainment-City-E-City.aspx">Entertainment City</a>, an international standard amusement park. Also, there are other interesting Mall where you can hang out like <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/5874-Centerstage-Mall.aspx">The Centrestage Mall</a>, <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/6813-Shoprix-Mall.aspx"> Supertech Shopprix Mall</a>. Sab Mall,<a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/6815-Spice-World.aspx"> Spice World Mall</a>, etc.<br /><br />Well, last time I went to buy a bed set for my house and this time I went there just to hang out in the weekend along with my husband. It was a nice trip!<br /><br />There are ample lifts connecting all floors of the mall. The shopping outlets are located on all floors.The restaurants and The Food Court are on the 3rd floor. Also, the <a href="http://www.indiastudychannel.com/business/6824-Adlabs-Cinema-The-Great-India-Place.aspx">Adlabs multiplex</a> have it’s entrance from the 3rd floor. In the Mall, designated accessible restrooms are available on most floors of the mall.<br /><br />Well, we had enjoyed food there in KFC. They offer fast food. The food is great there but it was so much rush. If you who love fried chicken and delicious non vegetarian food. If you are looking to have a taste of finger licking chicken then KFC is the perfect place to visit. Be it Zinger burger, chicken delights, snacks, sandwiches, bowls, Desserts or a variety box meal, KFC has them all. The specialty lies in the rich fried chicken with perfect old recipe making it even more delicious. The whole menu at KFC stores and Outlets is based on batter fried chicken. There are combo meals that are good to sample a chicken meal including fried chicken, French fries and a drink. Add a side of coleslaw and the feeling is complete..Yummy!! KFC offers vegetarian food of its own class. Some of the latest additions to KFC menu are hot wings, crispy fried, spicy chicken wings. The service at the KFC stores and outlets are fast food with affordable price. I just love it!!<br /><br />Well, my trip was great. I enjoyed a lot, had some shopping also and then by 7:30 pm we headed towards our house and reached safely. It was a nice trip to the Great India Place Mall. My weekends was full of excitement, feelings and happy emotions..Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-22423310221080154792009-08-17T03:27:00.000-07:002010-01-25T01:27:42.968-08:00How to be a good friend?In today's world to get a true friend and to be a good friend is very difficult. The most difficult thing is how to be a good friend to get a good friend. Friendship is all give and take process, if you won't help your friend and won't understand, the same, you will get. But this true that it is difficult to win the affection, appreciation and confidence of others, unless and until you have the basic qualities and characteristics that are related with being a good friend.<br /><br />1. To be a good friend the most important thing is that you must what you are. Be real. Don't ever try to put on an act before your friend. Be yourself. Let yourself be known and accepted for your own merits, rather than for being somebody that you are not.<br /><br />2. Honesty is the best policy. Be honest to your friend and also don't be clingy and give each other enough space. A good, honest friendship lasts a lifetime.<br /><br />3. When you promise, fulfill it. Keep your promises, do what you say you are going to do, and most importantly never lie.<br /><br />4. Be loyal. If your friend tells you something in confidence, don't talk about it to anyone else. Be dependable and respectful to your friend. Allow them the assurance of your trust and you will have a friend for life. Be reliable so your friend can trust the consistency of your friendship.<br /><br />5. Always respect your friend, Know the boundaries. Things you and your friend discuss should be treated with care.<br /><br />6. Don’t wait for friends to call you. Make an effort to keep in touch with people. Everyone is busy, but if you want to maintain good friendships you should be proactive about communications.<br /><br />7. Don’t be someone that’s only in for complaining about life. When your friend hits it big – celebrate with them. When they’re interviewing for a new job – pull for them. When they want to find love – be gracious and supportive when they find it. There is nothing better in the world than having people that support and care about you. Go out of your way to show your support for your friend.<br /><br />8. Good friends don’t call up people only to request a favor. Always show your gratitude for a kindness with a simple hand written note. There will be many opportunities to give and take and this will enhance the bond between you.<br /><br />9. A good friend knows the importance of humor and laughter in the relationship. Laugh at their jokes and share funny stories with each other. You can be sure that laughter will bond you with someone and bring joy to the friendship.<br /><br />10. When your friend talks, listen carefully to what they say. Make eye contact and give them an opportunity to express themselves completely. Good communication is imperative to good friendships. Offer advice when it is appropriate and never impose your opinion on them.<br /><br />11.Encouragement to a friend during difficult times is a great way to show support. Sometimes having someone to lean on can help a situation seem manageable.<br /><br />12. Love and cherish your friend. Show small acts of kindness to express your love. Love them when they are crabby and be quick to forgive. Be open with your love and appreciation for your friendship and never take one day for granted.Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-55867003813631600042009-08-04T00:37:00.000-07:002010-01-25T01:29:55.292-08:00Ways to Handle Stress!Here's some ways you can handle stress:<br /><br />1. Get rid of what's causing the stress - if you can, (no, that doesn't mean your younger brother or sister or your parents).<br /><br />2. Change your attitude toward what's causing the stress. (Easy to write, hard to do).<br /><br />3. Face up to what's causing the stress until it isn’t stressful anymore.<br /><br />4. Avoid hassles. Identify the things that stress you out and eliminate them or prepare yourself to cope with them. Take a day off, that's what weekends are for.<br /><br />5. Pursue a new hobby or sport. Take time to do what you enjoy.<br /><br />6. Don't deny or repress your emotions, this only compounds stress. Don't be afraid to cry, crying can relieve anxiety and let out bottled-up emotions which will relieve feelings of stress.<br /><br />7. Work on creating a stress-free place in your home. Your room should be a safe stress-free place for you to go to. Decorate it so you find it calming, soothing and safe.<br /><br />8. Talk to your Family and Friends. When you can talk to your parents in a loving and secure family, then that can help relieve a lot of the stress that you bring home from other places. BUT home is not heaven for a lot of teens and you can often run into many stressful situations there as you would anywhere else. You may have a close friend or a friend's parent(s) that you can talk to instead.<br /><br />9. If you feel you simply cannot handle the stress in your life, consider outside help. You may be able to talk to a guidance counselor at school, or you may want to consult a qualified counselor or other practitioner who can help you handle your problems and learn effective stress reduction techniques.<br /><br />It is often beneficial to talk with someone who can offer an objective response whether a trusted friend or a professional counselor.Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-23216051395321627242009-07-22T06:29:00.000-07:002009-07-22T06:50:34.406-07:00My Prize from Sulekha - Sulekha GoodiesI had participated in Sulekha <a href="http://blogs.sulekha.com/tags/tag.aspx?tag=not-just-women%20contest" rel="tag">not-just-women contest</a>.<br /><br />1.<a href="http://aira.sulekha.com/blog/post/2009/06/importance-of-healthy-living-fitness-and-nutrition.htm">Importance of Healthy Living - Fitness and Nutrition!</a><br />2. <a href="http://aira.sulekha.com/blog/post/2009/05/sizzling-summer-fashion-for-women.htm">Sizzling...summer fashion for women!</a><br /><br />It was really a great experience participating and it was a healthy competition.<br /><br />Below is the prize I received from Sulekha for winning the contest.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwD_069C6EbQFEuzqLRZ4PTk6zJHUzDkq1-RsNAambpXeu6nOLh8kYLqrMBcDpD2p_oePtsqfhLn3X7mQxMo1zJ7ako9D-rENEN_oXrJTPoSz_omtoLHA6KGpmP_pNi4IolZizqeX_-Tw/s1600-h/Table_clock.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwD_069C6EbQFEuzqLRZ4PTk6zJHUzDkq1-RsNAambpXeu6nOLh8kYLqrMBcDpD2p_oePtsqfhLn3X7mQxMo1zJ7ako9D-rENEN_oXrJTPoSz_omtoLHA6KGpmP_pNi4IolZizqeX_-Tw/s400/Table_clock.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361277391306537906" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-weight: bold;"> Pics: A Table Clock</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAzdE1tifhxf7eUWv4I79MOu2hkYXPZCWYCchHpjeVIA3QV06MDcmYtAETs1Ixc-SvZGqGF9cltGHmTwQQduDBrSjQTwO81ce_meDmkhGLFeEWurALdKMFy_Qmr397b1hpFh0ls_lTxBg/s1600-h/sulekha_goodie.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAzdE1tifhxf7eUWv4I79MOu2hkYXPZCWYCchHpjeVIA3QV06MDcmYtAETs1Ixc-SvZGqGF9cltGHmTwQQduDBrSjQTwO81ce_meDmkhGLFeEWurALdKMFy_Qmr397b1hpFh0ls_lTxBg/s400/sulekha_goodie.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361277400258748738" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Pics: Sulekha Goodies</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqcfhFgBKc1AXYjAe07mCCxplxWwS6YqqIXFg56by98HCEB3GSBcAy2Pptm7GRhYBCnAGZewAdG0Wy1cjMWnl-QMHnWaI9lMoChfkBlMDuchyphenhyphenjaKVaWci3oa48BxnEv_gYR9xDCsAdq5g/s1600-h/A_Pen_Framed.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqcfhFgBKc1AXYjAe07mCCxplxWwS6YqqIXFg56by98HCEB3GSBcAy2Pptm7GRhYBCnAGZewAdG0Wy1cjMWnl-QMHnWaI9lMoChfkBlMDuchyphenhyphenjaKVaWci3oa48BxnEv_gYR9xDCsAdq5g/s400/A_Pen_Framed.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361277384144039506" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Pics: A Pen</span><br /><br />Thank you Sulekha!Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15219921506284587597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-16741252589792261602009-07-15T06:26:00.000-07:002009-07-15T06:29:11.987-07:00Thoughts: We are what we think.<span style="font-family:arial,helvetica;">Life is thought, and when we cease to think, we are not living. How we think, is the kind of life we live. Since we are able to control our thoughts, we can determine the course of our life and the way we feel during our time here.<br /> <br />It is very important to establish good thinking guidelines and follow them. Placing thoughts of peace and happiness in our minds will help to make our lives peaceful and happy. If we do not set our thoughts properly, we travel through life by way of places where we will wish we had not gone.<br /> <br />Our daily life includes thoughts associated with responsibilities concerning work, other people, and handling problems. If possible, try not to think of too many different things during your day, and don't move or think too quickly. Start your morning with a plan to come through to bedtime relaxed, contented, and ready for a restful night's sleep.<br /> <br />Reflect about things that can improve your feelings - learning, completing tasks and duties, pleasant and relaxing experiences, kind words. Think about your happiness, goals, life and its pleasures, your principles and your conduct. Think about enjoying the moment.<br /> <br /></span>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15219921506284587597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-28191770567903321712009-07-15T06:23:00.000-07:002009-07-15T06:24:21.608-07:00So what is important?<span style="font-family: arial,helvetica;">A better life has been achieved when we are no longer trying to achieve a better life. It means that we are content, as we should be, with ourselves and what we have. To be anxious for more or to envy someone else's life or possessions is self-defeating. We are then in a constant state of frustration, always hoping and waiting for more happiness.<br /> <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"> So what is important? Enough, not more.</span><br /> <br />"Think of what you have rather than of what you lack. Of the things you have, select the best and then reflect how eagerly you would have sought them if you did not have them." - Marcus Aurelius (121-180)<br /> <br />There is, here and now, much to appreciate. There is life itself with friends, family, and everything that is naturally before us. We just have to look around and take it in. Perhaps it is time to make a list of all the good things we have to grateful for.<br /> <br />Are there people in your life that you would miss dearly if they were not here? When you go for a walk don't you see, hear, and smell, many things to appreciate and feel nice about? Like the flowers, trees, birds, and the clouds in the sky. A caterpillar crossing the sidewalk or your neighbor waving. A cute pup or child enthusiastically enjoying that moment in life.<br /> <br />"Whether in favor or in humiliation, be not dismayed. Let your eyes leisurely look at the flowers blooming and falling in your courtyard. Whether you leave or retain your position, take no care. Let your mind wander with the clouds folding and unfolding beyond the horizon." - Hung Tzu-ch'eng (1593-1665)<br /> <br />It just makes good sense to be satisfied and at peace with yourself and others, and to enjoy life now.</span>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15219921506284587597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-81204173789732785922009-07-15T06:20:00.000-07:002009-07-15T06:21:59.608-07:00Anxieties and Fears Are Normal<p>Anxiety is defined as "apprehension without apparent cause." It usually occurs when there's no immediate threat to a person's safety or well being, but the threat feels real.</p> <p>Anxiety makes someone want to escape the situation — fast. The heart beats quickly, the body might begin to perspire, and "butterflies" in the stomach soon follow. However, a little bit of anxiety can actually help people stay alert and focused.</p> <p>Having fears or anxieties about certain things can also be helpful because it makes kids behave in a safe way. For example, a kid with a fear of fire would avoid playing with matches.</p> <p>The nature of anxieties and fears change as kids grow and develop:</p> <ul class="kh_longline_list"><li>Babies experience stranger anxiety, clinging to parents when confronted by people they don't recognize.</li><li>Toddlers around 10 to 18 months old experience separation anxiety, becoming emotionally distressed when one or both parents leave.</li><li>Kids ages 4 through 6 have anxiety about things that aren't based in reality, such as fears of monsters and ghosts.</li><li>Kids ages 7 through 12 often have fears that reflect real circumstances that may happen to them, such as bodily injury and natural disaster.</li></ul> <p>As kids grow, one fear may disappear or replace another. For example, a child who couldn't sleep with the light off at age 5 may enjoy a ghost story at a slumber party years later. And some fears may extend only to one particular kind of stimulus. In other words, a child may want to pet a lion at the zoo but wouldn't dream of going near the neighbor's dog.</p>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15219921506284587597noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-26491490258128379072009-07-07T21:29:00.000-07:002009-07-07T21:30:40.306-07:00Just sitting here all alone !<span style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><br />Just sitting here all alone<br />Rain drops fall from heaven<br />Wishing i was way back home<br />Rain drops fall from heaven<br /><br />Now the only thing that is on my mind<br />Rain drops fall from heaven<br />Is the memories i have way back in time<br />Rain drops fall from heaven<br /><br />The tears from my eyes and deep inside<br />Rain drops fall from heaven<br />Matches the drops that come from the sky<br />Rain drops fall from heaven<br /><br />If you could even begin to wonder why<br />Rain drops fall from heaven<br />It is simply those tears from lies<br />Rain drops fall from heaven</span>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-22900593665951348842009-07-07T21:24:00.000-07:002009-07-07T21:25:53.155-07:00A pretty day!!<div style="text-align: center;">a pretty a day<br />(and every fades)<br />is here and away<br />(but born are maids<br />to flower an hour<br />in all,all)<br /><br />o yes to flower<br />until so blithe<br />a doer a wooer<br />some limber and lithe<br />some very fine mower<br />a tall;tall<br /><br />some jerry so very<br />(and nellie and fan)<br />some handsomest harry<br />(and sally and nan<br />they tremble and cower<br />so pale:pale)<br /><br />for betty was born<br />to never say nay<br />but lucy could learn<br />and lily could pray<br />and fewer were shyer<br />than doll. doll </div>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-31029940958577901052009-07-02T02:28:00.000-07:002009-07-02T02:32:09.964-07:00Yashomati mayyaa se bole Nandlaala: LyricsOh, I love this song so much that I can't stop myself putting it in my blog.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Yashomati mayyaa se bole Nandlaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Yashomati mayyaa se bole Nandlaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori main kyon kaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">( cough cough)</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">O...</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Yashomati mayyaa se bole Nandlaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori main kyon kaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori main kyon kaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">boli muskaati mayyaa lalan ko bataaya</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">boli muskaati mayyaa lalan ko bataaya</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">kaari andhiyari aadhi raat mein tu aaya</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">laadlaa Kanhayya mera ho</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">laadlaa Kanhayya mera kaali kamli waala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">isiliye kaala</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Yashomati mayyaa se bole Nandlaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori main kyon kaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori main kyon kaala</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">boli muskaati mayya sun mere pyaare</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">boli muskaati mayya sun mere pyaare</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">gori-gori Raadhika ke nain kajraare</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">kaale nainon waali ne ho</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">kaale nainon waali ne aisaa jaadu daala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">isiliye kaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Yashomati mayyaa se bole Nandlaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori main kyon kaala</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Raadha kyon gori main kyon kaala</span><br /><br />This song from “<span style="font-weight: bold;">Satyam Shivam Sundaram</span>” was just another song in the movie, but it soon became a cult bhajan, and is perhaps the most well known song from this movie that was released in 1978.<br /><br />The lyrics of this song ( and other songs in this movie) was written by veteran lyricist Pt. Narendra Sharma, who is best known for being the creator of Vividh Bharati radio service. His superbly created lyrics were made into a very popular song by Laxmikant Pyarelal. First para is sung by Manna Dey, and then Lata takes over.Lata Mangeshkar sang this song wonderfully well.<br /><br />Song- Yashomati mayya se bole nandlala (Satyam Shivam Sundram 1978) Singer-Lata,Manna Dey, Lyrics-Pt Narendra Sharma, MD-Laxmikant PyarelalAirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-87337078188207710522009-06-25T23:57:00.000-07:002009-06-25T23:59:56.155-07:00My childhood unforgettable moment.In every human life, there is an<span style="font-weight: bold;"> unforgettable childhood experience.</span> There could be many experiences or just one. These journeys can be good or bad and possibly end up beneficial or not. I have had a few bad ones. However, they occurred around times when I was trying to fit in and find my inner-self. In a sense, these experiences help to define my personality.<br /><br />Well, it was a short story of my life when <span style="font-weight: bold;">I was a kid probably, 6 years. </span> My friends & I, use to hang out around the tree which was near the playing ground. One of my friends father had tied a rope there and made a swing like stuff for us. We swing there one by one. One of my friends, was very very naughty and lie a lot. He said to me, " It is my turn now". I said, " No, Its mine". He hit me and I fell down. I stand up and ask for my turn, again he hit me and I fell down. This time I was very angry and with the frowning eyes, I warned him, if he won't let me swing I will hit you with the stone. He said, " Whatever!!". I took a small stone in my hand and I throw onto him, without thinking it could hurt his eyes and harm him. He started crying and come down. And I started swinging.<br /><br />The same day in the evening, his mother come to my house complaining my mother and said, " See, what your daughter has done to my son, near his eyes it is bleeding". She was full...her eyes were red, eyebrows raised onto me. Screaming and shouting on me...blur!!! I was speechless. Pretending to be innocent. My mother asked me about the incident and I explained her the whole story, how he hit me and my legs were bleeding and saw her the scratches on my hands, and finally, how I throw the stone on him. I didn't know this could happen. That lady was still shouting on me and my mother. My mother asked her to bring a stone and let her son hit on my eyes. If this could make her son feel better then do that. Then she think for a while and said to my mother, "Oh, I am sorry. I don't know why I spelled so bad words for you." My mother said, " They are children and a friends, today they fought and tomorrow they will play together again then why we are blaming and shouting". <br /><br />I didn't forget these words my mother told her. That day I didn't understand what was the meaning of that words and why my mother asked her to bring the stone but when I grew up, I understood, what she meant to say. After that incident I never threw any stone on anybody. Today, when I remind those moment, I feel so bad for my foolish things I did. I was so silly and naughty girl. That incident changed me a lot from inside.<br /><br />In one way or another, bad experiences can lead to great success.Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-45229182283456097762009-06-25T21:37:00.000-07:002009-06-25T21:58:24.063-07:00Thrilled on grilled..It is a freaky summer..Why planning to go outside...this was my word. But then I thought to give a break. Why the hell I am here at home in the evening when I have got the option to go out and hang out with friends..Yes, then I decided to get ready and take a break!<br /><br />But where??? Ammm..to dine out!! Yes...this was a good idea to enjoy summer days. I went to GK I..May be you have heard the name, for grilled dine-a-bite!!!<br /><br />Yes, the place is small though, I was feeling comfortable and cosy. So are its portions and menu cards - petite chic. But don't get me wrong- in smaller lies a larger meaning, though. A wholesome approach to eating grilled food at regular intervals for a fitter you!! hehehehehe...<br /><br />Look out for over 20 types of grilled 'bites' with 10 varieties of sauces to top 'em up. So without sweating the small stuff, I opted for chicken stuffed with a trio of cheese with honey - mustard sauce. It was enthralling - plain, non-greasy and light for a muggy summer night.<br /><br />I was up for seconds in no time. Well, I enjoyed the food very much.Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-9097147117943616482009-06-17T07:09:00.000-07:002009-06-17T07:11:33.848-07:00Feeling Deep!<div align="center">As I write this I am aware</div><div align="center">of Feelings Deep of How Much I care<br />You grow inside me little heart beating strong</div><div align="center">though I had my doubts </div><div align="center">I now know it's not wrong<br />You weren't planned but now I know</div><div align="center">how much you are wanted as each day you grow<br />I pray for your health I ask God each day</div><div align="center">to let you be healthy in every way<br />You aren't an accident you're not a mistake</div><div align="center">you're the best of surprises two people could make!</div><div align="center"> </div>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-27996700783396259692009-06-17T07:07:00.000-07:002009-06-17T07:08:46.829-07:00India- the colourful and vibrant land!Well, it is truly said that "Variety is the spice of Indian life." But why variety is the spice of Indian life? It is so because of the distinctive languages, cuisines, arts, crafts, customs and traditions of each region make India an unending journey of discovery full of pleasant surprises. The food we eat, clothing we wear and habits we adopt, of an Indian differ in accordance to the place of origin. A festival or a celebration is never constrained to a family or a home. The whole community or neighbourhood is involved in bringing liveliness to an occasion. Likewise, an Indian wedding is a celebration of union, not only of the bride and groom, but also of two families, maybe cultures or religion too! Similarly, in times of sorrow, neighbours and friends play an important part in easing out the grief.<br /><br />You know that the national dress of India is the saree. A saree is six yards of unstitched cloth that is skilfully draped to impart grace and elegance. Also there are other traditional dresses worn around the country include the Salwar Kameez and Lehenga Choli. One more thing I would like to say that bright hues and intricate patterns are a common feature of Indian dresses. Modern Indian women on the metros wear western dresses like their male counterparts and the universal 'jeans and t-shirt' are popular amongst the college students. Also, girls like skirts, shorts, capris, etc. these days as a western dress.<br /><br />If we talk about our Indian cuisine, it is also very popular all over the world. Today, Indian cuisine is so popular across the world that London is believed to have more Indian restaurants that Delhi. You won’t believe this but this is true. The secret of the Indian cuisine lies in the skilful use of spices. May be all doesn’t know this that while 80% of Indians are vegetarian, though fish is a major component of the diet in the coastal region. The southern part of India has a distinctive style of cooking with the predominant use of rice and coconut. And in the same way the food habit of Eastern and Western part of India is different to others.<br /><br />You know, though Hockey is the national game of India but in cricket, crazy Indian forgets everything and enjoys cricket a lot. Well, lack of resources is hardly a setback to the game which is played in every street corner and cramped back a lley. While India's performance has not been quite as good as it should have been, it is expected that modern training methods and more competitive spirit will give a better medals tally at the next Olympic Games. We are Indian and a cool Indian!!<br /><br />India has still a very old and traditional school of Music and Dance. Master performers train long and hard under a 'guru'. Performances are viewed by large and appreciative audience. Vibrant folk and tribal art forms also prevail in parts of India but are gradually dying away. Many government and non-government organisations are taking initiative to keep these traditional art forms alive.<br /><br />Even today, when the western concept of medicine has reached its zenith, there are people looking for alternative methods of treatment for its multifarious qualities.<br /><br />Modern Indian painters like MF Hussain, Ganesh Pyne and Anjolie Ela Menon are making waves globally. Works of Indian painters are believed to be a good investment in the art market today. Indian literature too is a treasure house of wisdom and knowledge. From the ancient religious text to modern day writers are a long unbroken line of authors who skilfully tell their tales and comment upon contemporary life in India. Modern Indian writers who have received acclaim are Vikram Seth, Arundhuti Roy, Jhumpa Lahiri and many others.<br /><br />No commentary on culture and tradition in India could end without a mention of 'Bollywood' – the great Indian Film Industry. Established in 1896 today India produces largest number of films in the world. Well known for romance, violence, music and dance the popularity of these films across the world has been phenomenal.<br /><br />Running through the myriads of kaleidoscopic impression of Indian culture and lifestyle is a constant desire to make a perfect and unique blend of the old with the new, traditional with the modern and eastern with the western.<br /><br />Yes, the beauty of the Indian people lies in their spirit of tolerance, give-and-take and a composition of cultures that can be compared to a garden of flowers of various colours and shades of which, while maintaining their own entity, lend harmony and beauty to the garden - India!Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-46852667931700002332009-06-05T00:37:00.001-07:002009-06-05T00:37:53.812-07:00A Call From Heaven<p style="text-align: center;">Come to me, love me,<br />You were always 'my own'.<br />Renouncing all others,<br />You were just mine alone.<br />So come, I am calling<br />From God's Heaven above.<br />I can't hear you,<br />I can't see you.<br />But I am waiting, my love. </p>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-78542408091387914362009-06-05T00:30:00.000-07:002009-06-05T00:33:26.820-07:00I just want one more day with you!<div style="text-align: center;">I'm so sad and depressed<br />Is all I want to do is rest<br />I go to sleep at night<br />But my dreams I just can't fight<br /><br />I think of you lying in that bed<br />And wonder if there is anything I could have said<br />I wish you were still here<br />But I know that you are still near<br /><br />I love you more than you know<br />I just wish you didn't have to go<br />I just want one more day with you<br />And I know thats what you would have wanted too<br /><br />I miss you more and more each day<br />There is so much more we had to say<br />I know I will see you again<br />But my life is just started to begin.</div>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-12457816522529186362009-05-08T07:28:00.000-07:002009-05-08T07:29:52.150-07:00Mother's love!<div style="text-align: center;">There is no love, like a mother's love,<br />no stronger bond on earth...<br />like the precious bond that comes from God,<br />to a mother, when she gives birth.<br /><br />A mother's love is forever strong,<br />never changing for all time...<br />and when her children need her most,<br />a mother's love will shine.<br /><br />God bless these special mothers,<br />God bless them every one...<br />for all the tears and heartache,<br />and for the special work they've done.<br /><br />When her days on earth are over,<br />a mother's love lives on...<br />through many generations,<br />with God's blessings on each one.<br /><br />Be thankful for our mothers,<br />for they love with a higher love...<br />from the power God has given,<br />and the strength from up above.<br /><br /></div>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-58180051398963332332009-05-05T00:37:00.000-07:002009-05-05T00:39:40.907-07:00Cherish This Time<center><b><br /></b></center> <center>So your baby is here!<br />What joy and what pleasure!<br />Now your life is expanding,<br />To make room for this treasure.<br /><br /></center> <center>A darling newcomer<br />To have and to hold--<br />Her smiles are more precious<br />Than silver or gold.<br /><br /></center> <center>She’ll demolish your schedule<br />Though she’s helpless and small;<br />She’ll make her needs known,<br />And she’ll rule over all.<br /><br /></center> <center>See, a new parent’s work<br />Is just never quite done,<br />But you’ll never mind,<br />‘Cause it’s all so much fun.<br /><br /></center> <center>When you hear her cute giggle<br />You’ll start "aahing" and "oohing,"<br />And she’ll soon reply back<br /> By "ga ga" and "goo gooing."<br /><br /></center> <center>Those big innocent eyes<br />See a world strange and new;<br />To make sense of it all<br />She’ll look only to you.<br /><br /></center> <center>So cherish this time<br />Of miraculous things--<br />The excitement and wonder<br />That a new baby brings.<br /><br /></center>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-41055872468723829312009-05-05T00:35:00.000-07:002009-05-06T07:15:38.870-07:00A Baby Changes Things<div style="text-align: center;">A baby changes things;<br />They’ll never be the same;<br />Your life is filled with wonder,<br />Since your little miracle came.<br /><br />There’s lots of things to do now,<br />But with the new tasks you face,<br />Your family gains more love,<br />And bonds time will never erase.<br /><br />Congratulations on your new addition!<br />My friend, an angel in your hand..</div>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3749726917881054528.post-41856582560688553832009-05-05T00:13:00.000-07:002009-05-05T00:30:58.345-07:00It's a Baby Girl - Angel!<div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;"><br />My friend's first little child,<br /></span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">a precious baby girl</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">So much love to give you</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">overwhelmed with pride and joy</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;"> </span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">Such tiny little fingers</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">Ten tiny little toes</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">A perfect face and body</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">with a little button nose</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;"> </span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">Tender words and kisses</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">hugs and cuddles too</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">Patience and understanding</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">will all be wrapped round you</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;"> </span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">Fun times to share together</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">stories to be told</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">Nursery rhymes and dittys</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">as your little life unfolds</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;"> </span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">You are very special</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">to people near and far</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">and loving you is easy</span></div> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center"> <span style="font-family:Centaur;">because .... I'm your Maasi now.</span> <span style="font-family:Centaur;"><br /></span></div><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br />*dedicated to: My Best friend's daughter.<br /><br /></span>Airahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02326415084173056791noreply@blogger.com0