Inner strength

Leaves dance with joy,,
in the cool breeze
welcoming the rain.
They quiver with fear,
when lashed by thunderstorms.

It doesn't really matter,
how old or what color
they are.
all that matters,
is how they weather the storm.


Why can't we,
emulate the leaf
and move on
from outer beauty
to inner strength?

Shakti Revisited

It's been one of those dream come true sundays, where everything goes the way one wants it to. The highlight of the day being the Remember Shakti concert we attended today at Shaniwarwada,Pune, the ancient fort a magnificient back drop to soul stirring music . John McLaughlin's guitar, zakir Husain's tabla,U.Srinivas's mandolin, Selvaganesh on the kanjira and Shankar Mahadevan's vocals created magic!
Lovely evening, beautiful day! It is indeed such moments that make me believe in the eternal beauty of life!!!

Joy

I like spinning around in chairs;
For that brief moment,
I'm a child,
all cares forgotten.

No pretentions,
just me,
enjoying the moment,
completely.

Companion

I sit alone and watch,
the desperate moves,
my mind makes
to fill the silence.

Thoughts come and go
with a rapidity
that leaves one
gasping for breath


for that two minutes of fame
we race against time
pushing our way
through the crowds

Slow down
and listen to
the quietness
beyond the chatter

It is your companion
the only constant
that has always
been with you.

I hope you dance...

"I hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean,
Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens,
Promise me that you'll give faith a fighting chance,
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance...

I hope you dance..."

From the song "I Hope You Dance"
As performed by Lee Ann Womack

My favorite lines as they reflect my thoughts on life and living.
I believe... Life is about tuning in to your inner music even when you choose to sit out a dance. Dancing is a form of meditation where the world drops out when you tune in.
So let's make the most of every minute and swing to our inner beat. When life gets you down, just pick up your feet and dance.

Heartbeat

Like a lazy sun warmed cat,
the day stretches out,
langourous and sweet.
The blue skies,
an endless canopy.
The ocean,
in her all colors,
enchants me,
her timeless rhythm,
my heartbeat.

Happiness

We sit together,
on the pebbly bank,
watching the play
of sunlight on water.

It's fun,
skimming stones,
that he races to fetch,
his body quivering wih delight.


Wet and tired,
we flop down,
and doze,
on the grassy bank.

Happiness to me,
is best decribed,
by such moments,
stolen from time.

Beyond Grief

The crescent moon peeps,
Through the branches,
To glance at the bowed figure,
beneath the tree.

Enveloped in darkness,
His shoulders rack,
With soundless sobs,
that no one hears.

The wind sighs,
As she blows softly,
Drying his tears,
but to no avail.

Waves of sorrow
wash over him
as he stares at
his infant's grave.

Time stands still...

The quaint little shrine,
by the gurgling river,
echoes with childish laughter,
as children swing.
from the stooped banyan,
in the coutyard.

Time stands still,
as I watch the joyful faces,
swing up into the air.
The banyan and I,
are past our prime,
but we carry ourselves,gracefully.

Magick

The cauldron simmers
the candles burn bright
in she walks
like a shimmering light

The color of the sky
her swirling robes
her eyes alight
with love and hope

Rosemary and sage
scent the air
the cauldron bubbles
as she chants her prayer

Calling to the elements
she waves her magic wand
to draw us into a circle
of life and love.

Believe

I wanted to touch the stars, but never propelled myself to reach for it because I was afraid I'd come crashing down.
I'm learning that being earth bound shouldn't stop me from reaching out for what I want.What is holding me back, is me.
The stars seem distant because I did not have the faith to fly!
Nothing is impossible, all I have to do is believe.
'Ask..... and it shall be yours, reach..... and you'll find that nothing is as far away as it seems.
Go on and reach for those stars!

Moving On

When storms uproot trees,
and scatter them,
like leaves in the wind;
When boats are tossed,
by the furious waves,
and broken up into fragments;
When hearts are broken,
time and again,
by thoughtless words and actions,
It seems like the end of the world.

The scars are visible,
but faith and hope work together
to heal the wounds within.
The journey continues,
as the indefatigable spirit
Moves on, ready to take on life.

Order vs. Chaos

It took the creator seven days,
To put everything together,
and when it was time to leave
he handed over the reins to man.

His parting words,
as he bid goodbye,
were, "This universe is
now your space,
This world and everything in it,
is my gift to the human race."

Thus the first families began,
The task of organizing
their brand new home,
Ideas were bandied about
on all the do's and don'ts.

Some preferred the strewn about,untidy look
Others wanted it spick and span,
And though history books have no record,
That’s when the first battle began.

The spick and span clan,
Liked to keep things in order,
And scrub until surfaces gleamed
Align everything symmetrically,
Keep every nook, spotlessly clean.

The chaotic brigade,
Liked the strewn about look,
They felt it saved them time.
Comfy chairs,overflowing with clothes and cats,
Their idea of a comfortable nook.

The spick and span clan, relax when they clean
Untidiness clogs their brain.
The chaotic lot, firmly believe
That order is creativity’s bane!

The differences are many,
But opposites attract,
So since the beginning of time,
Order and chaos always come together,
To create complete bedlam.

My Boatman

As I walk towards the boat
I spot the familiar,
weather beaten, face,
of my boatman.
He smiles and extends
his gnarled hands,
to help me in.

The skies are dark,
and I can hear the rumble
Of the impending storm.
Winds toss the boat,
but I’m unperturbed,
I know those capable hands,
will steer me through the troubled waters.

From dusk to dawn

Every traveller must walk his road,
no matter how weary.
People come and go,
shadows lengthen,
and the quiet dusk,
heralds the end of day.

I must go on,
my lantern aloft,
thankful for the
journeys past,
looking ahead,
to the dawn
of a new day.

How much is enough?

I am posting one of my favorite stories on this blog. Many of you may have read this before. I believe there are very few people who live a life of simplicity and contentment,like the fisherman in this story. The choices we make and the dreams we pursue determine our destiny. Things come and go and its only when you decide, how much is enough, do you actually enjoy what you have.

Here's the story.

The Mexican Fisherman
Author Unknown

The American investment banker was at the pier of a
small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with
just one fisherman docked.

Inside the small boat were several large yellow fin tuna.
The American complimented the Mexican on the quality
of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them.

The Mexican replied, "Only a little while."

The American then asked, "Why didn't you stay out longer
and catch more fish?"

The Mexican said, "With this I have more than enough to support my family's needs."

The American then asked, "But what do you do with the rest of your time?"

The Mexican fisherman said, "I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take siesta with my wife, Maria, stroll into the village each evening where I sip wine and play guitar with my amigos, I have a full and busy life."

The American scoffed, "I am a Harvard MBA and could help you. You should spend more time fishing; and with the proceeds, buy a bigger boat: With the proceeds from the bigger boat you could buy several boats. Eventually you would have a fleet of fishing boats. Instead of selling your catch to a middleman you would sell directly to the
processor; eventually opening your own cannery. You would control the product, processing and distribution. You would need to leave this small coastal fishing village and move to Mexico City, then Los Angeles and eventually New York where you will run your ever-expanding enterprise."

The Mexican fisherman asked, "But, how long will this all take?"

To which the American replied, "15 to 20 years."

"But what then?" asked the Mexican.

The American laughed and said that's the best part. "When the time is right you would announce an IPO and sell your company stock to the public and become very rich, you would make millions."

"Millions?...Then what?"

The American said, "Then you would retire. Move to a small coastal fishing village where you would sleep late, fish a little, play with your kids, take siesta with your wife, stroll to the village in the evenings where you could sip wine and play your guitar with your amigos."

Letting Go

The plant takes root and blossoms,
Into a sturdy tree,
The flowers herald the arrival,
Of young fruit upon the tree.
When the fruit ripens,
The branches bend down low,
and when the time is right,
The tree just lets it go.


The trees in all their wisdom,
Know that life is change,
that eternity is the here and now,
And love is for giving away,
So they celebrate summer
with laden branches,
Fall with a riot of color,
Winter with its starkness,
And spring with new green leaves.


Let’s take a leaf,
Out of nature’s book,
And learn to live and love;
Celebrate the splendor of life,
Through all its highs and lows.

The Spectator

I'm the spectator
that enthusiastically applauds
and cheers the players on.
Not for me,
the glitz and glamour,
of the central spot.

I sit back content,
and thank God,
for slowing me down,
and blessing me with the awareness,
that enables me to appreciate,
the beauty and the drama of life!

I Want...

I want....
two words that determine the course of our lives,
and set the rhythm and the pace of everything we do.

Life is like a double edged sword,
joy and sorrow its two faces,
and we see-saw from one end to another,
propelled by our desires.

As one goes slip-sliding from joy to sorrow to joy,
you realize that periods of euphoria are shortlived.
You delve deeper to discover why,
and all you see is a series of 'I wants'.

You pause to take stock,
when the 'I wants',
don't go the way you want them to.
It's then you realize,
that you aren't in charge!

Get back on the saddle
and watch your mind at work.
Desires like colorful bubbles
come and go,
and you discover freedom,
as you sit back and enjoy the show!

Do you see the joke?

Why are adults called 'grown ups'?
A better term I think would be 'Weighed downs'
Weighed down by problems because we're constantly running away from them,
Weighed down by cares because we've forgotten to smile,
Weighed down by our children whom we forget to enjoy,
Weighed down by emotions that tie us up in knots,
Weighed down by a tomorrow that's not yet arrived,
The only way to reclaim life
is to take lessons from the real 'grown ups',
Our children.
They know,
How to enjoy every moment,
How to delight in gifts and hug spontaneously,
How to play and fight and make up,
How to build sand castles,
and come back and rebuild them all over again.
How to love and trust and give with an open heart,
How to giggle over something silly,
How to ask questions and discover,
How to take pride in putting something together,
and delight in taking it apart to see how it works.
Do you see it?
The joke is on you,on me , on all of us
and we are weighed down,
because we've forgotten to laugh.

The Mirror

The mirror reflects,
the passage of time
The lines grooved along a smiling mouth,
the crinkles that fan out from eyes
that have seen so much,
a network of lines carved,
by the intimate hands of experience.

What remains untouched,
is love that quickens the heartbeat,
shared laughter that bubbles over with fun,
silent tears that build inner resolve,
warm embers of silence,
shared between friends,
the faith of a little child
that helps you move mountains.

These lines carved on my face,
are testimony to the fact
that I have lived
life to the fullest.
I am aware
of the changes that
time has wrought,
and I smile unperturbed
as I perceive
all that is changeless
within me.

Omkara

Omkara is a movie that resonates in your mind long after one has seen it. The lyrical quality of the movie mesmerizes you, even as you watch the characters moving towards a tragic end. The Western U.P backdrop with it's dusty, golden haze is the
perfect backdrop for the story that revolves around Omkara a powerful,simple hearted chieftain. Ajay Devgan's presence fills the screen, but the parts where he displays his vulnerability is outstanding. His silences speak for him.
Saif as his cunning henchman,with stained teeth,his bawdy language, and raucous laugh steals the show. Kareena is charming, Vivek and Konkana performs effortlessly.
This adaptation of Othello leaves you spellbound as the interplay of strength and vulnerability is beautifully played out by actors who are perfectly cast.
Omkara is not to be missed, it's a movie that touches your heart.

Ties

Ties that tug at heartstrings,
cannot be seen with the naked eye
You feel them deep within you heart
at moments when you need them the most

The comfort of a mother's hug
friends who understand your silences
and share your laughter,
These invisible ties,
keep us going through difficult times.

The Dewdrop

I am a dew drop on a leaf, reflecting the jewel bright colors of life! It was a sunny,pleasant existance for the longest time and I thought that I would always live this way.
Then there was a storm, the trees swayed and trembled and I tumbled over and over at great speed, my calm existence completely shattered. When the storm subsided I found myself hanging on the edge of the leaf and all around me I found the radiant colors of the rainbow.
I'm wiser now. Experience has taught me that storms and sunshine go hand in hand. It's only when you brave the storm, does the sun peep out and reward you with the rainbow.

Star Blaze

Have you ever befriended a star? I don't mean a movie star or a rock star, I'm refering to those people who blaze in and out of your life and fill it with energy and color.
I've had a couple of stars for friends and the time I've spent with them are ones I wouldn't trade for anything in the world. It is a kind of relationship that sharpens and energizes you and leaves you wondering what will happen next, but despite the unpredictability there is a warm inner core that draws you to them.
It's a bond that's hard to define, and the energy is so contagious that you'd wish to hold on to them forever. Obviously there can be no permanance because a star cannot be tied down.
There are trails to blaze and places to go, and stars just have to move on. When they leave you know that things will never be the same again. There is so much to do and to keep the energy and the joy of my stars alive I have to pass it around.

Pick up the sword!

It takes courage to stand up for what you believe in but it takes greater courage to stand up for someone else. Injustice towards the innocent , the poor, the meek, It happens everyday. Sometimes it happens right before our eyes and we move on thinking what doesn't hurt us shouldn't bother us.

Do we derserve to be called human? I don't see a spark of humanity in the high society lady who lives in a penthouse apartment,in my building. She flexes her mucles to get a poor , old sweeperess chucked out of her job.I can actually see her talking to her La Di Dah friends about how much she's doing to spuce up our neighbourhood. Does this lady know what it is to go to bed hungry? Does she know what she has done is actually destroy an entire family.Why doesn't she pick someone her size?????

Am I any better, if I just hear of this and do nothing about it? I realize it is not enough to just be good person.It's time to act, to pick up my sword and proclaim my intentions. Then I won't need words, my actions will speak for me.

I may be an idealist but who cares, if the realists are people like my diamond clad neighbour,then I'd rather be an idealist. Armed with a sword I will go about my business quietly. What makes me really happy is the fact that when my neighbour meets me next, she will not stop to say hello.

Made for each other

Some of the best things in life come in pairs.I've made a list of things that seem right for each other.

Here goes.....

Rainy days and hot pakoras
Gulab Jamuns and icecream
Movies and popcorn
quiet evenings and music
winter mornings and bed tea
books and bean bags
comfy clothes and lazy sundays
old friends and good times

I like the idea of mixing and matching things until you hit a note that feels just right. It doesn't take very much to be happy. In fact if one closely looked at happiness you'd realize, its all about savoring those special, unexpected moments that come together to warm the heart.
So seat yourself in a comfy chair and savor the hot pakoras with mint chutney as the rain beats a tatoo on your window, or do whatever it is that pleases you. Take time out and sit back to enjoy these moments, that are made just for you.

The Promise

Life is change,
and everything moves on
leaving behind a trail of memories.
Like the lilac, orange colors
steaking the evening sky,
its beauty more poignant,
as the colors fade away.
The twilight hour brings with it
gathering shadows,solitude
the knowledge, that one is always alone

The star studded sky
is a reminder,
that the show goes on.
One just needs,
to be alive to every moment.
The sunsets long gone
warm the heart
with its beauty and its silent promise,
of a new begining.

Reaching for the stars

He walks through the door,
shoulders back, bracing himself for
the fresh start, he's about to make.
A curious mixture of vulnerabily and defiance,
15 going on 21,
My heart goes out to him.

it's time to step back,
and watch him go
towards the doorway called life.
A voyage of discovery,
that'll help him grow,
and reach for the stars,
that beckon to him.

Dream on...

I'd like to live through a month of sundays,lazy,relaxed,uninterrupted, slouching on the bean bag ,a book in hand,oblivious to everything around me.


Or sit on a craggy peak and watch the world beneath my feet, soaking in the exhilarating quietness.The cool breeze and bird calls my only companions.


Or burrow my feet into cool sand and watch the vibrant sunset. The rhythm of the waves is a lullabye, darkness cloaks me, the night sky lights up with a thousand stars.

I like my dreams.. they carry me away for a while and I come back refreshed,ready to take on anything, anywhere, anytime.

Monsoon Echoes

The Monsoons are my favorite season. Rainbow puddles and the scent of damp earth bring out the child in me. I love the brown, bare branches turning to green, colorful umbrellas jostling each other, the succulent corn with its tangy lemon masala.
I can spend afternoons watching the rain lash across the window panes, dreaming my dreams, as the world around me turns blurry.The monsoon colors from the darkest grey to the brightest green, gladden my heart. The new green leaves and the rain washed roads look so bright and new. This promise of new beginings finds an echo in my heart.

I am the Boss

I was wide awake at 4 A.M.
my head in a complete whirl,
It was worse than being in a traffic jam,
On a Monday morning at 10 A.M.

I must've gone to bed
with something nagging me
and instead of acting upon it
I just let it be

That nagging thought was waiting,
for just this chance, you know?
It overpowered my logic and reasoning,
and threw them out of the door

Then the worry grew in size,
and began crowding my mind.
Blocking all exits, thinking
it had me trapped this time

I snapped out of my stupor,
and looked it in the eye,
and said 'I am the boss out here'
I know who you really are.


The minute I confronted it,
it vanished without a trace.
It's upto each of us you know
to deal with the problems we face.

Enjoy the show!

To live every moment of life, we have to be alive. By being alert to every moment and by opening up to experiences,both sweet and sour we truly savor the flavours of life.
We tend to turn away from people who are spiteful and from doing things that have to be done.By turning away from them we hand over the reins of our lives to those very distasteful experiences.
To accept everything that comes our way without reacting to it, is not an easy task. We have to strike a balance between aggression and submisiveness.
Life gets easier only when we stop fighting and learn to watch things unfold calmly. Only then is one able to see the humor that underlines everything that happens to us.
Everything in life is so fleeting, yet we hang on to our experiences for years.
Letting go is never easy, but I'm getting there.It does hurt,when someone is rude,or when I encounter unpleasantness, but I'm learning to sit back and enjoy the show!

Sunsets

Orange streaks turn to lilac,the colors swirl one into the other, the sun an orange gold orb that bids a graceful goodbye. The clamorous cries of the birds winging their way home as the fading colors weave their magic across darkening skies.
Sunsets bring with them a sense of quietness, peace and the promise of a new begining.
Sunsets are beautiful they make my heart sing!

The MadHatters Club

How would it be if all the Madhatters of the world came together?There would utter chaos, but it would be great fun!
Every person is unique but there are are certain traits that set the MadHatters apart. Here are some of them.

They believe that:
Chaos leads to creativity
Time is an ally not a dictator
Norms are meant to be moulded to suit the individual
Speaking one's mind is a natural thing (and if the rest of the world is out of sync... too bad)
Dreamy, slightly eccentric, unpredictable- labels created by the prople who do not belong to their club
Enthusiasm is the essence of life,ranging from tea drinking to collecting beetles. It could be just about anything.

Madhatters are fun,there's never a dull moment with them. What this world need is a MadHatters club in every town to bring some fun into everyday life!

The Number Game

Our lives are shaped by numbers,
every step of the way
starting off with grades in class
to the salaries we earn today.

Age is defined by number
and beauty by the weighing scale
social status is the amount of clout
that your money can purchase

The number of cars you own
or the rocks adorning your hand
the villas you own in farflung lands
are they, the measure of you as a man?

In this dizzy world of numbers
you are in a constant spin
a turn of the wheel can change your luck
with numbers you can't always win!

A true winner is one who stands apart
and watches the ebb and flow
realising that its just game
numbers come and Go!

Mr. Sunshine

This is a topsy-turvy world all right,
A nuttier place, I’m yet to see.
The folks that inhabit this
Blue-green space,
Are as crazy as can be!

When I appear at my glowing best,
They look at me and frown;
Peer at me through squinting eyes,
And swear that they’re turning brown.

Hey!I am the sun and that’s my job,
I’m always shining bright,
What you see is what I’ve got
Whether you like it or not.
I don’t know why, you go on and on,
About how uncomfortable you are,
If I do the bunk one day,
Then, you won’t know where you are.

Now lets take a look at that fellow you love,
That rumbling thundercloud,
He makes an impressive bow,
With lightening and thunder in tow.
He looks so dark and mysterious,
With nary a smile on his face,
Yet you dance with joy when you see him
And call him your saving grace.

He is so full of himself,
He swaggers about the sky,
And when he comes pouring down,
You go mad with joy!
Once the showers over,
He exists no more;
Just because he’s so elusive,
You guys love him so.

I guess you are used to,
Seeing me day after day,
so you tend to take me for granted,
And sometimes think I’m in your way.
It's good I know my job quite well,
I will always shine,
And warm your little planet,
Until the end of time.

'So What?'

The mind is devious. Its always looking for ways to get one up on you. Like an imp it swings us through a gamut of emotions taking us all on a merry ride. It takes some practice to be on the alert to control the antics of the mind. The mind has an ally, the ego, that helps it get a grip on our emotions, on our lives.
This is how it happens.....thoughts keep flitting in and out of our head; When its a happy thought the mind seems to disappear as we dissolve into that feeling of joy. When you're really happy the mind doesn't pop in and say,' Hey, why are you so happy?'; but when a negative thought walks in, then the mind takes over. It stealthily moves upto the ego and whispers,'How dare they hurt you?', 'You are no good','You deserve to be recognized!' and then they are off on a mad ride. It's like an out of control car careening around hairpin bends,inside of you.
There is but one way to stop that, just wake up and realize that it's not the mind but you who is calling the shots! Just slam on the brakes,shrug your shoulders and say 'So What?.
The minute you say that,'poof' they vanish and your back in the drivers seat!
I know it's not an easy thing to do, but even if we manage a couple of 'so whats' everyday, it will enable us to chart our course and enjoy the ride.

The Grin

It reminds me,
of Alice’s cat.
the cat may be all gone,
but the grin is still there!

One may say Scat!
Or even say Shoo!
But the grin won’t go away,
What to do?

I know what its like;
I live with it you see,
Even if there is hurt,
Or calamity!
The grin hangs in there
For eternity

Some people have frowns,
some are loaded with charm,
Some have sensational looks
and some have an expression of calm.
But what the good Lord blessed me with
Is a mile wide grin
That flashes out, no matter
What predicament I am in!

This verse goes out,
To all those folks
Who’ve forgotten to smile.
And for those who give me quizzical looks,
Every once in a while.

Stew

I am making stew for dinner.As I chop up carrots and potatoes,beans, cauliflower,mushrooms,tomatoes and onions,I wonder how well the veggies get along with each other. Maybe the carrot thinks its prettier than the potato, or the beans don't like the look of the mushrooms and the onions make every one cry!
As the aroma of browning onions wafts through the kitchen, I add a pinch of cinnamon to the cooking pot. Its sharp, distinctive flavourlends richness to the stew.Its the tomatoes turn now to be pureed and added to onions.As the pot bubbles, in go the veggies one by one. 'Hey don't encroach on my space', I'm so upset, no one likes me', 'Move out of my way', 'Do you need help?','I'll listen to you'; all of that and more must go on as the veggies dance around in the pot.In goes the salt, the pepper and a pinch of sugar, the spicy sweet flavours that perk up the stew.A tblsp of corn flour is added for thickening and as the pot simmers, I smile and think of my experiences with fellow veggies in this stew pot called life.

A mixed bag

Life's been a roller coaster ride of late. The emotional swings have been pretty extreme.I misplaced my cell phone in the rickshaw, on my way to work on Thursday.It was pretty heart rending as it was birthday gift and I just loved its sleek looks. I'm sure I'll have something of value to learn from the loss, though its not very clear to me now.
We got ourselves a new car, a classy silver sedan. A landmark event in our lives!
The movie boom continues.Saw 'An Unfinished Life' on saturday. Scintillating performances by Robert Redford and Morgan Freeman. It's a story of a man who is mourning the untimely death of his son and has shut himself off from all emotions. It takes the arrival of his grand daughter and and a wild bear to get him realize that he is living an unfinished life.An emotional,heartwarming story.This is definately a 'must see' movie.
Another week begins and I'm all set to take off!
Cheers!!!

I love the movies!

Its been a wonderful weekend. A bonanaza as far as movies are concerned.I managed to see three wonderful movies after a month long haitus.
The first of the three was George Clooney's 'Goodnight and Goodluck' about the emergence of Television as powerful medium in the 50's. In black and white, the movie was crisp,with wonderful performances and and hardhitting dialogues.
The movie I saw next was 'Being Cyrus'. I quite liked it because its completely different from any of the English Indian movies I've ever seen. No over the top emotions, no melodrama, it is a movie that showcases the talent of Dimple, Naseer and Boman Irani beautifully.The cottage in Panchgani where the film was set, took my breath away.Maybe i'll live in a place like that some day.
The movie I saw today was 'Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind'. I don't know if I have the words to describe what the movie did to me. It is by far one of the best movies I've ever seen. Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet pull you into their lives and swirling emotions so effortlessly. Its a love story that engulfed me and makes me aware that all of us are a bundle of energy and emotions ,our lives centred around people we love and hate.
I plan to see this movie again if I can, to savor its nuances and to lose myself in it once again
Adois

I love the ocean

There is nothing in the world that can compare to a glorious sunset on the beach. I love sitting on the cooling sands and watching the orange hues melt into streaks of pink and liac, streaking the waves with their brilliant colours.The rhythmic murmur of the ocean and the cool,cool sand between my toes,the tangy sea breeze,they all come together to create the perfect backdrop for a beautiful masterpiece.
Sometimes a choppy grey, and sometimes a seductive green or a serene baby blue, the constantly changing ocean has been a source of comfort to me. Whenever I was troubled or needed to think, I'd sit on the beach watching the waves and their changing hues. I find the rhythm of the ocean very comforting. I love the ocean in all its moods. It is a blend of beauty, harmony and savagery all rolled into one. Every thing comes and goes like the waves in the ocean. Lets enjoy every moment while it lasts.

Let the music flow!

The tress are swaying ,I hear the rhythimic sound of the waves,the brook is singing her way through the pebbles and I am swaying to the music. Sometimes the tunes are joyous and it sets my feet a tapping,sometimes I hear haunting melody that has the ability to touch my heart. As the music flows I move in rhythm with the universe, celebrating life!

Taking some time out from my hectic schedule has been wonderful .I have been basking in the warmth of 'me time', cherishing every moment,re-charging myself with all the things that I like to do.
I love those quiet moments that I spend with myself. I am completely at peace and I wish that I could maintain that inner peace forever.
This quest for happiness is a little lopsided as the mind keeps moving constantly, hoping that the next thing it latches on to, will bring it lasting happiness. Change is the only permanance and the only constant is the spirit of awareness that travels with us through this journey.This quest for inner calm should move inward.
The trick is to go with the flow and not be swept away.The good and the bad, darkness and light are an integral part of our lives. To expect to be happy all the time is foolish, but I can ensure that I maintain my inner calm,specially when I'm confronting thunderclouds of negativity.After all it is these clouds that bring welcome rain.

Had a terrific time on my birthday,last week.Its the nicest feeling in the world to know how much one is loved. I am one of those who believes that love is meant to go around.People shy away from both accepting and giving. What this crazy, fast paced world of ours needs is caring, an ability to connect with one another. Love makes you vulnerable but also empowers you. What is the point in chasing after money and power if you have no one to share it with.It's upto each one of us to break down the barriers we have errected around us. These barries not only shut out love but also make one a prisoner within. Love opens you up. If one is afraid of being vulnerable then we'll never know the warmth, the joy and the freedom that love brings. Lets us live each day to the brim, with our hearts open to every experience and move to the inner music that can be heard when we tune in to love.
Cheers!

Each person is the creator of his own world. So we are all walking about in worlds of our own. The beauty is that when we meet other people,its actually one world encountering another.The larger your world the slower you become. One gets so used to carrying this world about that I cannot imagine anyone putting it down even for a second.I'm not surprized that all the burden we carry gets to us sometime or the other. Our thoughts and ideas burden us because we never ever let go of things that we've dealt with. I know that I'm going to be able to dance only if I feel light and free. I really do want to be able to dance all the time!

I like Thursdays because they signal the beginning of the weekend.Weekends are hectic with family time and chores to catch up with,but I eagerly look forward to those pockets of time where I curl up with a book oblivious to the world around me.So here's to weekends that give me time to recharge and renew for the week ahead.
Let me sign off with some of my favorite lines by Osho,
"In the presence of trouble-
and there are troubles in life-
the positive mind grows wings
but other buy crutches.
Ciao

Contentment is something that all of us are looking for.Itis a state of heart where one is at peace with oneself. Real contentment is possible only if one follows one's heart.No amount of money or status will ever give us that inner joy because they are bound by time. True joy is in giving.My inner journey has begun, but I have along way to go.

It's My Life

I've always wanted to write.Putting my thoughts into words helps me believe that I have a grip on the varied experiences I go through each day. Sometimes I have life by the scruff and sometimes it has me. Jotting down the ups and downs that come my way help keep things in perspective.

I love reading and and meditation,the snow capped mountains and the movies.

I am a traveller on the road to nowhere.....making the most of what each day brings.