During our visit to Egypt, there were many moments that took me to a state of silence. There were also a few that melted my heart beyond explanation. One such was our night visit to Luxor temple as if I had been there before and the time gap of those thousands of years had vanished only to come back home. The other one was the ‘The Valley of the Kings’. This place would surely appear more mysterious, mystical and grand under the canopy of moonlit sky and blinking stars.
By the way, the tomb of Ramses III over there is one of the largest and grandest tombs excavated so far with so many steps to climb down with its walls depicting Egyptian worship throughout. If you have leg or heart problems, it is advisable not to venture out into this tomb. What touched me so deeply was the determination of an old Western lady. In spite of her fractured leg, accompanied by her companion, she began to climb down the long winding steps with her crutches ON. For her age and physical condition, nobody would even think of attempting it. I was speechless looking at her as I know how painful it is to walk with crutches, leave alone climbing up or down the stairs.
I remembered my India trip during last March with my broken foot. Then I realized that the difficulty lies in taking such a daring decision and not the actual execution. The conviction in our decision would give necessary strength and determination.
This blog is not to glorify my fall or celebrate its anniversary but only to celebrate my understanding of life, identification of attitudes and acceptance of situations and people with love. This was possible because of my decision to choose Light as my only companion.
I am glad about this decision. I am doubly glad to share it here.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Friday, February 05, 2010
My world my hands
In this wide world of
violence
corruption
competition
war
manipulation
selfishness
fake love
this beautiful small world too exists.
World is only in our hands.
Metaphorically speaking, I personally wish to be one of these little puppies. :D
violence
corruption
competition
war
manipulation
selfishness
fake love
this beautiful small world too exists.
World is only in our hands.
Metaphorically speaking, I personally wish to be one of these little puppies. :D
Friday, January 22, 2010
Space shows
Yesterday was the inaugural day of Bahrain’s International Airshow at Sakhir Airbase, thus opening up one more business venture in the country. (For a change, I want to see only the entertaining part and reserve my comments on those fighter planes. :D)
I was thrilled like a child throughout whereas my son behaved like a composed adult, warning me every now and then to remain quiet. Hehe…
After swimming through the afternoon traffic for nearly 2 hours, we (Atul and I along with our friend’s family as B was already there on duty) reached the destination.
I have seen many such airshows on TV but watching them in real is something different. I felt giddy when the pilots performed rare feats and sharp crossing over each other. Parachute jumping was simply amazing. The airshow culminated with Saudi Hawks’ performance which was undoubtedly astounding. They even drew a heart with an arrow so perfectly.
Taking pictures was difficult as they were all superfast and our camera is not that smart. However managed to take a few shots.
Whether such costly business initiatives of the country would be successful or not, I am glad that I could watch the program live. Because anything related to Space has an aura of beauty and charm and of course requires extra alertness.
* * * * *
I read in the online newspaper a few days back that Neptune and Uranus have large deposits of diamond liquids.
Diamond liquids??? I became curious…
At very high temperature and pressure, diamonds can become diamond liquids instead of turning into graphite. Do find out on your own how the scientists proved such an interesting phenomenon.
Space is always fascinating as we gain new insights quickly. Who would have thought that such things do exist in Neptune and Uranus.
Now, the greedy inhabitants of our planet cannot rush to Neptune and Uranus in the next available space shuttle to fill their vessels simply because the atmospheric pressure and temperature prevalent over there are very high. :)
* * * * *
Space shows with the substratum of Consciousness are going on non-stop in the cosmos. Human-designed airshows are a part of space shows.
I am really happy to be alive to enjoy the space shows as a witness and participant.
I was thrilled like a child throughout whereas my son behaved like a composed adult, warning me every now and then to remain quiet. Hehe…
After swimming through the afternoon traffic for nearly 2 hours, we (Atul and I along with our friend’s family as B was already there on duty) reached the destination.
I have seen many such airshows on TV but watching them in real is something different. I felt giddy when the pilots performed rare feats and sharp crossing over each other. Parachute jumping was simply amazing. The airshow culminated with Saudi Hawks’ performance which was undoubtedly astounding. They even drew a heart with an arrow so perfectly.
Taking pictures was difficult as they were all superfast and our camera is not that smart. However managed to take a few shots.
Whether such costly business initiatives of the country would be successful or not, I am glad that I could watch the program live. Because anything related to Space has an aura of beauty and charm and of course requires extra alertness.
* * * * *
I read in the online newspaper a few days back that Neptune and Uranus have large deposits of diamond liquids.
Diamond liquids??? I became curious…
At very high temperature and pressure, diamonds can become diamond liquids instead of turning into graphite. Do find out on your own how the scientists proved such an interesting phenomenon.
Space is always fascinating as we gain new insights quickly. Who would have thought that such things do exist in Neptune and Uranus.
Now, the greedy inhabitants of our planet cannot rush to Neptune and Uranus in the next available space shuttle to fill their vessels simply because the atmospheric pressure and temperature prevalent over there are very high. :)
* * * * *
Space shows with the substratum of Consciousness are going on non-stop in the cosmos. Human-designed airshows are a part of space shows.
I am really happy to be alive to enjoy the space shows as a witness and participant.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Addictions
Facebook is becoming a virtual farmland…. a real menace day by day. The funniest part is that you will receive as many friend requests as possible from just one person to satiate his/her addiction to Farmville.
When I don’t even play that game, what will I do with all those gifts and requests accumulated in one corner of my account? Frankly speaking, with no offence meant, I have no playtime for Farmville in my life, for I have more serious things to do.
Two days back, my friend called me in the evening especially to ask if she needed to accept one friend request in FB. The irony is that she had accepted before a couple of requests after seeing them in my list of friends. I told her to employ her intuition and ruthlessly ignore any such requests if she doesn’t know them. What more can I say?
I pity you, for you are blind to the ways that can serve the world. However, if you have time, you may play in your space. But please do not embarrass others.
Now the punch line is - I am well familiar with virtual world; yet real world takes precedence always.
* * * * *
As I watched the twilight sky today, I was overwhelmed by the splash of colours being displayed richly. It’s a real treat to the eyes – those broad crimson shades in small stripes of blue. I have to thank God for giving me these eyes, lest I would never have known the beauty of the sunset.
I remember marvelling at the sky at around the same time yesterday too. The designs, patterns, choice of colours and visual display are never repeated even if you sit daily.
I pity… I repeat again… I pity those who have no heart or time to enjoy such wonders. Your money or possessions cannot give you such joy or bring back innocence. In fact, it will cripple you as a cunning, cruel, crooked and selfish personality who everybody abhor to move with. You are most pitiably bound by your own self.
* * * * *
I have got the book ‘A New Earth’ by Eckhart Tolle in my hands around 10 days back. Can you believe if I say that I have no time to even peep into it? Well, I have no complaints though. I shall read it at my leisure for it is all mine.
Last Sunday, I started reading Agatha Christie’s book “Hercule Poirot’s Christmas” with reluctance as my son was literally behind me for the past one month. It was a welcome change for me and I thanked him as well.
Pity many do not enjoy book reading. Mainly you disturb none in this pastime.
When I don’t even play that game, what will I do with all those gifts and requests accumulated in one corner of my account? Frankly speaking, with no offence meant, I have no playtime for Farmville in my life, for I have more serious things to do.
Two days back, my friend called me in the evening especially to ask if she needed to accept one friend request in FB. The irony is that she had accepted before a couple of requests after seeing them in my list of friends. I told her to employ her intuition and ruthlessly ignore any such requests if she doesn’t know them. What more can I say?
I pity you, for you are blind to the ways that can serve the world. However, if you have time, you may play in your space. But please do not embarrass others.
Now the punch line is - I am well familiar with virtual world; yet real world takes precedence always.
* * * * *
As I watched the twilight sky today, I was overwhelmed by the splash of colours being displayed richly. It’s a real treat to the eyes – those broad crimson shades in small stripes of blue. I have to thank God for giving me these eyes, lest I would never have known the beauty of the sunset.
I remember marvelling at the sky at around the same time yesterday too. The designs, patterns, choice of colours and visual display are never repeated even if you sit daily.
I pity… I repeat again… I pity those who have no heart or time to enjoy such wonders. Your money or possessions cannot give you such joy or bring back innocence. In fact, it will cripple you as a cunning, cruel, crooked and selfish personality who everybody abhor to move with. You are most pitiably bound by your own self.
* * * * *
I have got the book ‘A New Earth’ by Eckhart Tolle in my hands around 10 days back. Can you believe if I say that I have no time to even peep into it? Well, I have no complaints though. I shall read it at my leisure for it is all mine.
Last Sunday, I started reading Agatha Christie’s book “Hercule Poirot’s Christmas” with reluctance as my son was literally behind me for the past one month. It was a welcome change for me and I thanked him as well.
Pity many do not enjoy book reading. Mainly you disturb none in this pastime.
Sunday, January 03, 2010
Welcome 2010
I am extremely glad to record once again that the year 2009 had been a great blessing for me personally, what with a perfect finish by a visit to Egypt between 24/12/2009 and 01/01/2010, as a part of 20-member group.
Egypt, the land of pharaohs, pyramids & sphinx as the world know it to be, has a mystic aura just like India. The best part of the tour is the cruising of 4 days on River Nile. Though I enjoyed every place of tourist attraction that we had opted for, I became speechless upon seeing the Luxor and Karnak temples, especially those tall columns and statues of Ramses II in Luxor temple under the night light.
The travel guide, Mr. Nabil was the best that we had got to fall in love with the land. His degree in Egyptology, good communication skills, wide knowledge and passion for his profession are again a blessing for one-time tourists like us. Wish there are travel guides like him in India too.
The voice of the desert is mesmerizing and the song of the Nile is sweet. The one-week vacation has filled my heart with more peace and love. I was jokingly recommending my friends that we must go to Greece as well, which again has a rich history and culture. :)
Realising that I have NO time for fakes, the ‘unwanted’ is being weeded out very slowly from my life (on its own) as I voluntarily move towards Light. May God bless all hearts with peace and love!
My salutations to 2009 and humble welcome to 2010 !
Egypt, the land of pharaohs, pyramids & sphinx as the world know it to be, has a mystic aura just like India. The best part of the tour is the cruising of 4 days on River Nile. Though I enjoyed every place of tourist attraction that we had opted for, I became speechless upon seeing the Luxor and Karnak temples, especially those tall columns and statues of Ramses II in Luxor temple under the night light.
The travel guide, Mr. Nabil was the best that we had got to fall in love with the land. His degree in Egyptology, good communication skills, wide knowledge and passion for his profession are again a blessing for one-time tourists like us. Wish there are travel guides like him in India too.
The voice of the desert is mesmerizing and the song of the Nile is sweet. The one-week vacation has filled my heart with more peace and love. I was jokingly recommending my friends that we must go to Greece as well, which again has a rich history and culture. :)
Realising that I have NO time for fakes, the ‘unwanted’ is being weeded out very slowly from my life (on its own) as I voluntarily move towards Light. May God bless all hearts with peace and love!
My salutations to 2009 and humble welcome to 2010 !
Sunday, December 20, 2009
I see you
There is one movie that I do not mind watching again in theatres is ‘Avatar’, of course with 3D effect.
The tall, blue Na’vi people appear so beautiful and holy to my eyes though they are computer animated gimmicks. The way Neytiri teaches Jake Sully the nuances of archery, the secret of riding on a direhorse, how to own a banshee is outstanding. It is astonishing to see how faithfully Na’vis worship Eywa and how much they respect each life living on their Pandora land.
The body language, character depictions, spiritual truths, grand film making – all contribute for the success of the movie though the storyline is quite old. In the middle of the film, I was wondering how the director is going to resolve the conflict in the character of Jake Sully but the much anticipated ‘end’ made me smile. In fact, the director convinces the audience to take the side of Na’vi clan instead of humans.
As far as I remember, here is one rare film where the lovers do not say ‘I love you’ to each other; instead they say ‘I see you.’
Run….. run to the theatres and watch the power of human & Na’vi minds. James Cameron has weaved an unbelievable magic to the mind and spirit.
* * * * * * *
When we, the English language learning students, were informed to read the story ‘Lamb to the slaughter’ as a part of study, I thought, ‘What could be so amazing with this short story which is termed as classic?’ I realized after reading that the story is indeed amazing.
I have to stress once again that the human minds have unbelievable layers of subtleness and power.
* * * * * * *
My neighbour has left her dying tulasi plant under my care for a month as she is gone on vacation. The plant was already de-rooted from its soil at the time of handing over and tulasi plants are said to be sensitive. The moment I brought the pot to my balcony, I pleaded with the plant (mentally) with love not to die as I would be responsible for its well being till I give it back to its owner. Thankfully, the plant is growing well now.
I am extremely glad to have been given one another opportunity to realise that there is something called ‘grace’ which is beyond mind power.
* * * * * * *
I see clearly that the plant's rebirth is equally grand and miraculous just as James Cameron's successful celluloid Avatar.
The tall, blue Na’vi people appear so beautiful and holy to my eyes though they are computer animated gimmicks. The way Neytiri teaches Jake Sully the nuances of archery, the secret of riding on a direhorse, how to own a banshee is outstanding. It is astonishing to see how faithfully Na’vis worship Eywa and how much they respect each life living on their Pandora land.
The body language, character depictions, spiritual truths, grand film making – all contribute for the success of the movie though the storyline is quite old. In the middle of the film, I was wondering how the director is going to resolve the conflict in the character of Jake Sully but the much anticipated ‘end’ made me smile. In fact, the director convinces the audience to take the side of Na’vi clan instead of humans.
As far as I remember, here is one rare film where the lovers do not say ‘I love you’ to each other; instead they say ‘I see you.’
Run….. run to the theatres and watch the power of human & Na’vi minds. James Cameron has weaved an unbelievable magic to the mind and spirit.
* * * * * * *
When we, the English language learning students, were informed to read the story ‘Lamb to the slaughter’ as a part of study, I thought, ‘What could be so amazing with this short story which is termed as classic?’ I realized after reading that the story is indeed amazing.
I have to stress once again that the human minds have unbelievable layers of subtleness and power.
* * * * * * *
My neighbour has left her dying tulasi plant under my care for a month as she is gone on vacation. The plant was already de-rooted from its soil at the time of handing over and tulasi plants are said to be sensitive. The moment I brought the pot to my balcony, I pleaded with the plant (mentally) with love not to die as I would be responsible for its well being till I give it back to its owner. Thankfully, the plant is growing well now.
I am extremely glad to have been given one another opportunity to realise that there is something called ‘grace’ which is beyond mind power.
* * * * * * *
I see clearly that the plant's rebirth is equally grand and miraculous just as James Cameron's successful celluloid Avatar.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Prince Charming and my English
The homework given in the English class on Saturday is simply superb. Though I could not attend that day, I was rejoicing at the very mention of fairytales and the assignment. Here is what the homework is...
The 5 children of the class have to rewrite the story of Cinderella from the stepmother's point of view and the 5 adults from the Prince's point of view. As for our (adults) assignment, the rewriting is split into 5 parts - introduction, announcement of the ball, arrangements, the ball and conclusion. I am given the part of 'conclusion'.
So, here goes my part which I would read out in today's class... You too read my imagination and enjoy. :)))
//
The Prince stood transfixed. He was unable to believe that his princess could slip away from his hands so easily, in exactly the same moment he was about to propose to her in a dramatic way. How long and hard he had planned for the moment! Even in this state of utter dejection, he appeared so charming, true to his name.
He could not sleep the whole night. He remembered the guards muttering feebly at the palace entrance that she appeared like a country girl as she fled. To add fuel to his restlessness, no one in the ball could guess who she was and where she came from. Indeed he was engulfed totally in the flame of love. Not a moment of cinders left for him.
Tossing and turning, he recited within the whole night, ‘O my sweetheart! Beauty I have seen in plenty but your magnetic grace I have not. Rich or poor I don’t care but you would hear my heart beat when you are near… Know that you are the only lady love of my life. I know… I know that this slipper is a smart clue that you have given me to reach your doorstep. I shall not rest till I find you dear. Here I come, here I come…’
The next morning, the tired Prince Charming ordered his guards to be ready to accompany him. He also made an announcement that whoever fitted into the slipper perfectly would become his princess of life. Alas! As days passed, none could fit in perfectly much to his disappointment. However, he was a man of determination & will and hence he was not to lose heart so soon.
At last, his chariot arrived at Cinderalla’s villa. His heart started beating very fast unusually. He felt that he was surrounded by a mysterious feeling as if somebody was whispering into his ears ‘I am here, I am here…’. He climbed down his chariot with glee and entered into the villa with the slipper in hand.
The beautifully dressed up stepsisters ran forward in greediness to own him but the slipper was not kind though. And the Prince Charming was not distracted by any. He asked them again and again if there were any other in the villa as his heart could not go wrong.
There he saw a young graceful girl walking in rags to try out the slipper. Much to the astonishment of all, her left foot fitted into the glass slipper perfectly as her hands produced the missing pair from inside her gown.
As she looked at him with love, he recognised in that poor girl the same beautiful woman who had stolen his heart on the day of ball. He realized then that he had become complete with her.
Holding her elegant hand, he led her to his palace. The Prince Charming and Princess Cindarella lived happily ever after.
Swaying to the lilting music of life
They danced round and round with love
Even when they became very old
He in her hands and she into his
Locked for ever in body & spirit
Never to part even in dreams
Standing from the state of heavenly bliss
They peep into the presently world
Descending from the realm above
To teach us of love and joy eternal
Here they come, here they come
Hand in hand here they come
//
Thanks a lot, Rekha for bringing out the child in me. :)
The 5 children of the class have to rewrite the story of Cinderella from the stepmother's point of view and the 5 adults from the Prince's point of view. As for our (adults) assignment, the rewriting is split into 5 parts - introduction, announcement of the ball, arrangements, the ball and conclusion. I am given the part of 'conclusion'.
So, here goes my part which I would read out in today's class... You too read my imagination and enjoy. :)))
//
The Prince stood transfixed. He was unable to believe that his princess could slip away from his hands so easily, in exactly the same moment he was about to propose to her in a dramatic way. How long and hard he had planned for the moment! Even in this state of utter dejection, he appeared so charming, true to his name.
He could not sleep the whole night. He remembered the guards muttering feebly at the palace entrance that she appeared like a country girl as she fled. To add fuel to his restlessness, no one in the ball could guess who she was and where she came from. Indeed he was engulfed totally in the flame of love. Not a moment of cinders left for him.
Tossing and turning, he recited within the whole night, ‘O my sweetheart! Beauty I have seen in plenty but your magnetic grace I have not. Rich or poor I don’t care but you would hear my heart beat when you are near… Know that you are the only lady love of my life. I know… I know that this slipper is a smart clue that you have given me to reach your doorstep. I shall not rest till I find you dear. Here I come, here I come…’
The next morning, the tired Prince Charming ordered his guards to be ready to accompany him. He also made an announcement that whoever fitted into the slipper perfectly would become his princess of life. Alas! As days passed, none could fit in perfectly much to his disappointment. However, he was a man of determination & will and hence he was not to lose heart so soon.
At last, his chariot arrived at Cinderalla’s villa. His heart started beating very fast unusually. He felt that he was surrounded by a mysterious feeling as if somebody was whispering into his ears ‘I am here, I am here…’. He climbed down his chariot with glee and entered into the villa with the slipper in hand.
The beautifully dressed up stepsisters ran forward in greediness to own him but the slipper was not kind though. And the Prince Charming was not distracted by any. He asked them again and again if there were any other in the villa as his heart could not go wrong.
There he saw a young graceful girl walking in rags to try out the slipper. Much to the astonishment of all, her left foot fitted into the glass slipper perfectly as her hands produced the missing pair from inside her gown.
As she looked at him with love, he recognised in that poor girl the same beautiful woman who had stolen his heart on the day of ball. He realized then that he had become complete with her.
Holding her elegant hand, he led her to his palace. The Prince Charming and Princess Cindarella lived happily ever after.
Swaying to the lilting music of life
They danced round and round with love
Even when they became very old
He in her hands and she into his
Locked for ever in body & spirit
Never to part even in dreams
Standing from the state of heavenly bliss
They peep into the presently world
Descending from the realm above
To teach us of love and joy eternal
Here they come, here they come
Hand in hand here they come
//
Thanks a lot, Rekha for bringing out the child in me. :)
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