Happy 6 months monthsary!

grr.

I read this blog entry today and can't help but feel miffed albeit it being 7 months since the heat was turned on.

I tried not to blog about it. but. need. to. get. it. out. of. my. system.

So there.

There's this Tamil saying which goes "Kuttram ulla manasu, kurukurukum".

Nuff' said.

of cascading boquets.

by keharter

Nitz, take your pick!!!

flash from the past.

I can never do anything in moderation. There's never the balance I think that I should have in doing anything. Either I do it in excess, or I don't do it at all. Either I bare my soul or I clam up. Maybe it's cuz' when I do manage to bare my soul, there's always someone who says something. Express your heartfelt sorrow, and there are those who think that you are trying to gain sympathy. Express that joy bundled inside you, and then they say that you are showing off. Well, I shall just stick to clamming up. One of those times when it's better inside than out. Off to spend some of that quality time with family ( the kind of family that doesn't judge you so much:) )

Over and out.

"Love is how you stay alive, even after you're gone "- Morrie Schwartz

In loving memory

22 February 1982 - 27 November 2004


Words fail to express how I feel, how we feel. Best to leave it as it is, like you always said.

Nichiyathartham and Nalangu

Last night was Nithya's traditional engagement and bangle ceremony.

Gosh, so many people in that living room, I was getting nervous.

And in true Indian fashion, everyone had something to say and wanted to come see the blushing bride as she was changing ( yes Nithya, you did look like you were permanently blushing. LOL ).

But it was all worth it in the end…Nithya looked gorgeous and every hidden bit of the Indian bride came out.

Not going to get all nostalgic yet ( yet, being the key word ) but I’m treasuring every minute I spend doing wedding stuff and being with her.

Okay more updates after the wedding, toodle doo!

Singlish

Expat boy Tyler Creaseman mastered the Singlish language much better than I ever can:)
Lotsa fun, I was cracking up.

why do they call it a hen party?

So we had Nithya’s hen party last night and it was really fun!

Not in a traditional get-a-guy-over ( not the right word, since when can strip tease and Indian tradition be put in the same sentence ) sort of way since we had the party in Nithya’s house admist the mini decorating that was going on in the hall, while all the girls huddled together in her room to prepare her surprise messages.

Poor girl was left outside alone wondering what in the world a group of her girlfriends could be up to.

Mwahahahha.

Well, it was really a small but quaint and personal party and I really wish I could put pictures up on my blog, but I’m quite sure Nits will hunt me down.

So until she leaves for Brisbane ( and I know for sure that it is going to be some time before she comes back *cheeky grin* ) will I put them up for all to ogle at.

Drinks at the Liquid Kitchen after that was fun as well. I’ve got a new fav drink. Its called Sweet Secrets and it’s a yummy concoction of Baileys, vanilla ice-cream and whipped cream. Yum.

Not the best thing for a recovering-from-stomach-flu person, but all for you Nithya.
The things we do for our loved ones, yeah?
*cough cough*

Hope you had fun too, sweetie. Love ya!

p.s. I wish I had taped the whole thing so that you could play it back when you’re in Brisbane and have a good laugh! I have a certain short clip though, which involves a lil’ bit of fire and and a lot of funny expressions. LOL.

One of life's greatest lessons

"Sometimes you cannot believe what you see, you have to believe what you feel. And if you are ever going to have other people trust you, you must feel that you can trust them,too-even when you're in the dark. Even when you are falling"

-Morrie Schwartz

Am reading Tuesdays with Morrie again and each time I do, something new jumps out at me and grabs my attention. This time, its this quote. This book is going to be my all-time favourite book and makes a great gift for someone who needs to pick themselves up again. Comes strongly recommended:)

wreck of the day.

Recently got introduced to Anna Nalick and really love the tunes that go along with some deep stuff. Here's one of my favourite songs, from one of those times.


Driving away from the wreck of the day
And the light's always red in the rear-view
Desperately close to a coffin of hope
I'd cheat destiny just to be near you
If this is giving up, then I'm giving up
If this is giving up, then I'm giving up, giving up
On love, On love

Driving away from the wreck of the day
And I'm thinking 'bout calling on Jesus
'Cuz love doesnt hurt so I know I'm not falling in love
I'm just falling to pieces
And if this is giving up then I'm giving up
If this is giving up then I'm giving up, giving up
On love, On love

Maybe I'm not up for being a victim of love
All my resistance will never be distance enough

Driving away from the wreck of the day
And it's finally quiet in my head
Driving alone, finally on my way home to the comfort of my bed
And if this is giving up, then I'm giving up
If this is giving up, then I'm giving up, giving up
On love, On love

stomach flu sucks.

mailtili!

Chinna mama, Sylvia athai and Maitili touched down on Friday at 11.52pm.
She met me all tired and drowsy, it was a surprise that she was not crying and asking to be comforted. She was lost, but she seemed okay about it.

She looked around, and then decided it best to just look at me and try and figure out who this person cooing at her really was.

In the car, she listened intently to athai and I talking, and fell asleep with the constant humming from the car and the familiar chatter.

It was way past her bedtime, but she tried to stay awake as she was whisked away into the lift and carried down the stairs.
At the door, she shrieked. "Thatha!"

I was taken by surprise. Her sleepiness vanished and she was up and about babbling about things that took her fancy around the house. "Bibi" (baby), "Paalu" (milk), "Attatha" (that's the way), "Mano" (mango), "Yam yam" (delicious), "Egg", "Ballon" (balloon), "Poopee" (doll). Her expansive vocabulary amazed me. And as Krishna noted, she has an amazing temperament.




Maybe I might just take a short holiday in Jakarta this December. :)

to keep my shutter happy drive going.

I saw this gorgeous cam in a magazine and fell in love with it. I don't know what the specs are in this, just that it's gorgeous and pink (yes, that side of me is coming out). Decided to do a bit of snooping around and it does seem to have a good review.

Have been wanting a digi cam for the longest time and think I might get one for X'mas. Or a you-deserve-it-for-all-you've-been-through present. Hint. *cough*

Not sure if I want the pink or the black, both look sleek.



And what about a nice case to go with it? *cough cough*

where is the dolce vita?

"I feel like there is nothing to look forward to. My zest for life has been viciously sapped up and i feel like I am relegated to this for the rest of my time on earth. I just want to give up"

I am stumped. What do I tell her?

.new layout.

hey everyone, thought that it is about time that I change my layout. I know the font size is kinda small, just increase it on your window (unless someone cares to tell me how I can change the html codes?) Just drop a comment?

for my constants.

I appreciate you.

Love. :)

Taking stock.

I am on a highly philosophical streak so I’m sending a disclaimer out just so that you are prepared. If you’re not ready, see that tiny red cross on the top right hand corner?

Just click it. :)

Much contemplation over the past week and the weekend ( this is what happens when you take insanely long bus rides everywhere you go and you’re just sick of tuning into your iPod. Argh. But I digress.) gave me some ideas of how I wanted my life to be.

So I decided to come up with a how-to-make-myself-a-better-person list.



1. You have to steer your own ship. No one else should.
2. You are in control of your own emotions. If something makes you mad, you have the power to decide whether you are going to give in and get angry, or smile and walk away from the situation.
3. Don’t give excuses for anything. No one is going to entertain them, be it your boss, friend, dentist, car mechanic or your personal trainer.
4. Always be on your toes. You never know when life will throw a curveball at you.
5. Cherish what you have with you. There is no point mulling over what could have been done or said to make things better.
6. Appreciate the simple things in life. A smile, a hug, a loving home-cooked meal, waffle just when you are hungry ( thanks mu :) ).
7. When you’re bored out of your mind, take a walk, like you used to, and admire the environment you’re in. The sky, people walking their dogs, colourful plants and flowers. Take a deep breath and exhale the boredom ( or anger, or sadness) out of your system.
8. Never put off for tomorrow what you can do today. Be it an important appointment, or just a reminder to tell your loved ones and constants that you appreciate them being there for you.




It’s a non-exhaustive list and I’ll probably keep adding things to remind myself.
Feels good really, stopping to take a note of what’s happening.
On a roll already, can’t wait.

Toodle doo!

...

On a holiday. BRB.

I wish

Striking the best work-life balance

Increasing demands at work and home tear apart even the sanest of us all. Here's some internet advice (and a reminder for me!)


It isn't easy to juggle the demands of career and personal life. For most people, it's an ongoing challenge to reduce stress and maintain harmony in key areas of their life. Here are some ideas to help you find the balance that's best for you:

Keep a log. Track everything you do for one week. Include work-related and non-work-related activities. Decide what's necessary and satisfies you the most. Cut or delegate activities you don't enjoy, don't have time for or do only out of guilt. If you don't have the authority to make certain decisions, talk to your supervisor.
Take advantage of your options. Find out if your employer offers flex hours, a compressed work week, job-sharing or telecommuting for your role. The flexibility may alleviate some of your stress and free up some time.

Manage your time. Organize household tasks efficiently. Doing one or two loads of laundry every day rather than saving it all for your day off, and running errands in batches rather than going back and forth several times are good places to begin. A weekly family calendar of important dates and a daily list of to-dos will help you avoid deadline panic. If your employer offers a course in time management, sign up for it.

Rethink your cleaning standards. An unmade bed or sink of dirty dishes won't impact the quality of your life. Do what needs to be done and let the rest go. If you can afford it, pay someone else to clean your house.

Communicate clearly. Limit time-consuming misunderstandings by communicating clearly and listening carefully. Take notes if it helps.

Fight the guilt. Remember, having a family and a job is okay — for both men and women.

Nurture yourself. Set aside time each day for an activity that you enjoy, such as walking, working out or listening to music. Unwind after a hectic workday by reading, practicing yoga or taking a bath or shower.

Set aside one night each week for recreation. Take the phone off the hook, power down the computer and turn off the TV. Discover activities you can do with your partner, family or friends, such as playing golf, fishing or canoeing. Making time for activities you enjoy will rejuvenate you.

Protect your day off. Try to schedule some of your routine chores on workdays so that your days off are more relaxing.

Get enough sleep. There's nothing as stressful and potentially dangerous as working when you're sleep-deprived. Not only is your productivity affected, but you can also make costly mistakes. You may then have to work even more hours to make up for these mistakes.

Bolster your support system. Give yourself the gift of a trusted friend or co-worker to talk with during times of stress or hardship. If you're part of a religious community, take advantage of the support your religious leader can provide. Ensure you have trusted friends and relatives who can assist you when you need to work overtime or travel for your job.

Seek professional help. Everyone needs help from time to time. If your life feels too chaotic to manage and you're spinning your wheels worrying about it, talk with a professional such as your doctor, a psychologist or a counselor recommended by your employee assistance program (EAP).


Move forward, Geet. Move Forward.