The laptop that once belonged to Nana and then myself is no Hansag's. Yesderday we re-formatted it, installed Windows XP Professional (again).. and were excited to see how empty it was. I had a lot of things on it, so first of all transferred all of it on the 250GB external hardrive that we purchased recently.
Until yesterday their were two sign in names that you could see one the screen - Geetali and Guest. Now, again there are two.. Hansag and Guest. I'm using the Guest sign in :D ..hehe!! So different. Love it!
Jul 2, 2005
Jun 22, 2005
crazy graduate - ME
Yesterday I just got tired of these stupid holidays. This is what always happens... when school's on, I wish we had holidays... when holidays are on, I don't know what to do. I should be reading a lot of books, and I mean A LOT of books! But TV and Internet are really, really bad! They don't let me do anything that I SHOULD do. There's not schedule... I just get up in the morning, do random things, get bored, tired, annoyed, frustrated, happy, excited, everything, and then go to sleep. It has been almost a month since the summer break started, and I have done NOTHING so far. Man, I waiste so much time. I don't even do anything online. Just stare at the stupid screen.
Okay, am gonna go read a novella now. I am gonna do it!!
Okay, am gonna go read a novella now. I am gonna do it!!
Jun 20, 2005
life and "awe"
Wrote my last post almost a month ago. Nothing has gone wrong, only I was taken over by laziness. Am still under the lazy dose, but somehow I convinced myself to write a blog... have no idea how I succeeded in doing that. I must be good! :D
In a way a lot has happened since my last post and in a way nothing much has happened. I've finally completed a very important part of my life - k12 education. I now hold a High School diploma in my hand. The graduation ceremony was good. Not too long, heard some good speeches, saw a lot of faces probably for the very last time and realized, for the very first time in my life that I may actually miss Eagle's Landing High. Not all of it, not the complete picture, but surely some parts of it, some people, a couple rooms, a few corners. I remember the very first day when we drove to the school. Sitting in the car, I was eagerly looking at the surrounding areas. That sign at the beginning of Tunis Road pointing towards the school. 2001 Open House. Then came the first day, the first week, the first month, the first year... and now... four years have passed. Wow! I very clearly remember that first day... and now the LAST. Life's amazing. Constantly changing. One day you are someone, the next day somebody else. Today you have onething, the next day something else. I like it!
Anuj Bhai and MausaJi came over from NC for the Graduation. We had fun for the next 2 days. Nothing much has happened since then. I've been watching a lot of movies though. Don't even remember all the names! Went to GSU campus twice. Am going again this Thursday. Have been thinking a lot about the classes I should take this semester. Am really, very excited about college. New horizons, new freedoms, new opportunities, new limits. Ghosh, am I looking forward to it.
Am tired of chatting. Like the old way better - emailing. Kochhar and I have been exchanging a lot of mails and it's actually fun. It's amazing to see how much friends grow together. Kids se adults, doodh peene ki problems se lekar relationship ki problems, teachers ke baare mein baat karne se lekar philosophy ki baatein karne tak... it's just amazing! Love that sort of thing, when you've known a person for so long. Seems there really is a bond... like, you have known this person even before either of you tried to find yourself, your identity. That journey is so meaningful and being next to them before, during, and after that process gives the feeling of awe.
In a way a lot has happened since my last post and in a way nothing much has happened. I've finally completed a very important part of my life - k12 education. I now hold a High School diploma in my hand. The graduation ceremony was good. Not too long, heard some good speeches, saw a lot of faces probably for the very last time and realized, for the very first time in my life that I may actually miss Eagle's Landing High. Not all of it, not the complete picture, but surely some parts of it, some people, a couple rooms, a few corners. I remember the very first day when we drove to the school. Sitting in the car, I was eagerly looking at the surrounding areas. That sign at the beginning of Tunis Road pointing towards the school. 2001 Open House. Then came the first day, the first week, the first month, the first year... and now... four years have passed. Wow! I very clearly remember that first day... and now the LAST. Life's amazing. Constantly changing. One day you are someone, the next day somebody else. Today you have onething, the next day something else. I like it!
Anuj Bhai and MausaJi came over from NC for the Graduation. We had fun for the next 2 days. Nothing much has happened since then. I've been watching a lot of movies though. Don't even remember all the names! Went to GSU campus twice. Am going again this Thursday. Have been thinking a lot about the classes I should take this semester. Am really, very excited about college. New horizons, new freedoms, new opportunities, new limits. Ghosh, am I looking forward to it.
Am tired of chatting. Like the old way better - emailing. Kochhar and I have been exchanging a lot of mails and it's actually fun. It's amazing to see how much friends grow together. Kids se adults, doodh peene ki problems se lekar relationship ki problems, teachers ke baare mein baat karne se lekar philosophy ki baatein karne tak... it's just amazing! Love that sort of thing, when you've known a person for so long. Seems there really is a bond... like, you have known this person even before either of you tried to find yourself, your identity. That journey is so meaningful and being next to them before, during, and after that process gives the feeling of awe.
May 25, 2005
finally....... FREEEEEEE
I have broke FREEEEEE from the shackles of an American Public High School system.... damn! it feels good!!!
Yesterday was the last (unofficial) day of school. Had the last set of final exams and went to the senior picnic. They had Subway for grass-eaters... and I love subway... so I guess, I like this school now. Started roaming around the school once we got done eating and signing each others yearbooks. Went to many teachers and asked them to sign the yrbook as well.
Nothing much really, but finally... I realized one thing. I'm gonna miss some of the teachers and people here.
Yesterday was the last (unofficial) day of school. Had the last set of final exams and went to the senior picnic. They had Subway for grass-eaters... and I love subway... so I guess, I like this school now. Started roaming around the school once we got done eating and signing each others yearbooks. Went to many teachers and asked them to sign the yrbook as well.
Nothing much really, but finally... I realized one thing. I'm gonna miss some of the teachers and people here.
May 11, 2005
Done with APs!
and life seems to be b-e-a-utiful once again!
exams really sucks out all the enthusiasm frm one's body. oh well, atleast after exams we get the feeling of achieving something, otherwise what's the point of studying anyways.
got the final exams in exactly 12 days, on the 23rd and 24th of May.. after that - hip hip hoorah!
exams really sucks out all the enthusiasm frm one's body. oh well, atleast after exams we get the feeling of achieving something, otherwise what's the point of studying anyways.
got the final exams in exactly 12 days, on the 23rd and 24th of May.. after that - hip hip hoorah!
May 4, 2005
180 degrees around...
Changes are taking place faster than I expected. I sound different, feel different. My priotities have changed and so has my attitude. I'm planning of doing things that I have not done before. Not only planning, new and unique things are taking place already!
Had the AP Statistics exam today, which went well. Dad dropped me, Mom was going to pick me up around 4:30 but was caught in traffic. While handing me her cell to call Mom, Kavita asked me if I need a ride home. Didn't ever imagine that she would ask me something like that (no particular reason), on top of that I didn't think my parents would start taking risks this soon. Told Mom that Kavita lives close by and has no problem dropping me. She asked me questions due to concern, but at the end her answer was "yes". I rode home with a classmate of mine, who's the same age (well, a couple of months younger) as me. New, very new!
After school on Tuesday, I'm going to Andree's house to study for AP Government exam, which is next Wednesday. Haven't participated in this "study group" thing before, but I gotta start somewhere at some time. Marcel and Paula will be joining us as well.
The Government exam is in the morning and A LOT of seniors are taking it. So, maybe after wards we may hit Fun Bowl and use those 2-free Bowling game coupons we got. Told/Asked Mom about it. She asked me some question.. who's going? who'll be driving? etc. etc. Haven't heard a yes from her side yet, but trust me.. I AM GOING!
Small changes, big impact. Life's taking a turn; a turn... I'm liking already!
Had the AP Statistics exam today, which went well. Dad dropped me, Mom was going to pick me up around 4:30 but was caught in traffic. While handing me her cell to call Mom, Kavita asked me if I need a ride home. Didn't ever imagine that she would ask me something like that (no particular reason), on top of that I didn't think my parents would start taking risks this soon. Told Mom that Kavita lives close by and has no problem dropping me. She asked me questions due to concern, but at the end her answer was "yes". I rode home with a classmate of mine, who's the same age (well, a couple of months younger) as me. New, very new!
After school on Tuesday, I'm going to Andree's house to study for AP Government exam, which is next Wednesday. Haven't participated in this "study group" thing before, but I gotta start somewhere at some time. Marcel and Paula will be joining us as well.
The Government exam is in the morning and A LOT of seniors are taking it. So, maybe after wards we may hit Fun Bowl and use those 2-free Bowling game coupons we got. Told/Asked Mom about it. She asked me some question.. who's going? who'll be driving? etc. etc. Haven't heard a yes from her side yet, but trust me.. I AM GOING!
Small changes, big impact. Life's taking a turn; a turn... I'm liking already!
May 3, 2005
Rebirth
Prom was a success. I didn't go just reporting what I learned from eye witnesses. Reading some blogs and talking to some folks, I learned that many GHPers went to their prom with other GHPers (not someone from their school). I could have done that, it would have been perfect! Only downfall... it took me a while to realize this and well, I had already decided not to go. To state the bare truth, I regret my decision. Now that I think about it, I wish I were in that picture... prom dates walking down the red carpet, being captured by Shirley's camera, looking amazing in those elegant dresses, dancing, singing, laughing... **a deep, deep sigh** !
One mere decision can sometimes change how we see the world. People learn from their mistakes, a trout phrase but true! I guess, I've finally learned. It doesn't matter where you are, what surrounds you, or the era you are in. What matters is that you enjoy and participate in the activities and adventure and the practices of that place. Yes, they are traditions, they take place every year, but these annual events are the lasting memories of a period well lived and
experienced.
Why did I enjoy GHP so much? Because I let myself loose! I was myself, but at the same time I was truly a GHPer. I didn't refuse to go to the Saturday night dances, I didn't sit in my room when the she-women-man-haters-club crowded in Jakina and Megan's room to share the day's stories. I didn't limit myself or create a boundary around me. And that's why I enjoyed!
Huh.. well, High School is over! So, I guess no memories here, but I got years and years ahead of
me...!
An Announcement:
Thursday is Senior Skip Day. We are the class of '05 and the date on Thursday is 05-05-05. It's this years last, but my FIRST skip day. Didn't participate in any others, but am starting now. At least I could say, "Although I hated living in America because I felt that four years of my teenage life were wasted, I learned that surroundings have little to do with what mind is in control of." I'm beginning to live in High School itself, so I guess it didn't take me all that long. I got brains in K-12 itself :)
One mere decision can sometimes change how we see the world. People learn from their mistakes, a trout phrase but true! I guess, I've finally learned. It doesn't matter where you are, what surrounds you, or the era you are in. What matters is that you enjoy and participate in the activities and adventure and the practices of that place. Yes, they are traditions, they take place every year, but these annual events are the lasting memories of a period well lived and
experienced.
Why did I enjoy GHP so much? Because I let myself loose! I was myself, but at the same time I was truly a GHPer. I didn't refuse to go to the Saturday night dances, I didn't sit in my room when the she-women-man-haters-club crowded in Jakina and Megan's room to share the day's stories. I didn't limit myself or create a boundary around me. And that's why I enjoyed!
Huh.. well, High School is over! So, I guess no memories here, but I got years and years ahead of
me...!
An Announcement:
Thursday is Senior Skip Day. We are the class of '05 and the date on Thursday is 05-05-05. It's this years last, but my FIRST skip day. Didn't participate in any others, but am starting now. At least I could say, "Although I hated living in America because I felt that four years of my teenage life were wasted, I learned that surroundings have little to do with what mind is in control of." I'm beginning to live in High School itself, so I guess it didn't take me all that long. I got brains in K-12 itself :)
Apr 28, 2005
21st Wedding Anniversary
According to today's date - April 28, 2005 - Mom-Dad have been married for 21 years.
WOW!!
I've been alive for only 18 years and they have been living together for 21 years!! Just amazing how two individuals from separate familes, brought-up amongst different people, different surroundings, get to be spouses and spend years and years and years together. A time comes when the years spent with the spouse exceeds the number of years spent with parents. At one time the parents knew everything about their child, but then it's not the parents anymore. It's the husband or the wife who knows the person way, way better than anybody had ever known or would know.
Heh... life's a funny little tale.
WOW!!
I've been alive for only 18 years and they have been living together for 21 years!! Just amazing how two individuals from separate familes, brought-up amongst different people, different surroundings, get to be spouses and spend years and years and years together. A time comes when the years spent with the spouse exceeds the number of years spent with parents. At one time the parents knew everything about their child, but then it's not the parents anymore. It's the husband or the wife who knows the person way, way better than anybody had ever known or would know.
Heh... life's a funny little tale.
Apr 27, 2005
Senioritus
What's up with lazy students? Josh always looks over my hw, cw, tests in Gov/Econ class. I didn't really care in the beginning but his attitude got annoying around mid second semester. He didn't bother studying at all!! Today was too much though. These days we are preparing for the Nationwide AP Government exam. Dees has been asking us to do Sample Tests from the book he handed us a few weeks ago. Josh was busy doing his Algebra III homework and as soon as it was close to the time when Dees would go over the answers, Josh started jotting down the alphabets (multiple choice) from my paper. I told him straight up, "It doesn't really matter Josh!" We are doing that crap for practice and Dees is not giving us a grade for it! Hope he starts putting in some effort.
another pic frm yday's rain
What the hell is wrong with me? I failed the last Trig test pretty badly. The stuff was easy, really, really easy... yet, I just didn't get it. Not only that I don't even feel like actually trying and studying. Have I caught "Senioritus"? Or has "Senioritus" finally got me? I really don't want to be at this point at this time. Got so many exams coming up :( But I just don't feel like studying. Am tired of it! Any suggestions?
another pic frm yday's rain
What the hell is wrong with me? I failed the last Trig test pretty badly. The stuff was easy, really, really easy... yet, I just didn't get it. Not only that I don't even feel like actually trying and studying. Have I caught "Senioritus"? Or has "Senioritus" finally got me? I really don't want to be at this point at this time. Got so many exams coming up :( But I just don't feel like studying. Am tired of it! Any suggestions?
Apr 26, 2005
barse baadal...!
Water drops poured down all thoughout the day, but I didn't get a chance to witness its beauty until after stepping down at the bus stop. At first I walked briskly in order to avoid getting wet. Soon, however, I let myself loose and started walking in a much slower pace. Got quite wet by the time I reached home. Asked Hansag to take a few pictures and went outside to feel the sky's tears on my warm face!
rain, rain, oh sweet rain!
rain, rain, oh sweet rain!
I'm very confused about college. Struggling to figure out which subject area I should focus on. Today only I was looking at Georgia State's Philosophy program. Would love to learn about that, but becoming a Philosopher and focusing only in Philosophy will not suffice. I need something else besides it. Up until yesterday I had two courses in mind - Computer Information Systems and Finance. Both come under the Business program. Now I'm thinking about getting two degrees from separate schools. Possiblities include Business and Liberal Arts.
I am much of a thinker, an observer, a rationalist. So, majors like Philosophy, Psychology, and Sociology are obvious choices. But where will these take me?? I am interested in Business and Computers (technical stuff) as well. The only major that combines both of these interests together is Computer (or Management) Information Systems. Getting two degrees that circle around the same area (CIS and Finance) will be too specific and will not leave me with many choices. Choosing two different paths however will widen the career possibilities even further.
My interests do cover a wide range and I am interested in learning about new things be it Astronomy, Geology, or Anthropology. It's taking me longer than expected to decide on what will be the right choice for me. The most a student can do is a double major. For me, however, that's the least I can do!
Apr 23, 2005
finally.. b'day over!
Birthday bash finally came to an end tonight. Watched The Interpreter a pretty good movie and later had dinner with Nana-Nani. I drove all the way!
Apr 22, 2005
A day in History!
Best birthday ever? --I would definetly say so!!
As written in my last blog it all started a day before my birthday and believe it or not will end a day after! But here's what happened today... I recieved even more ecards and wishes from friends and family. People at school wished me in the morning and recieved calls once I got back home. Enjoyed the entire day with James and Pavan at six-flags. More people would have been great but limit was 3 people per group and everybody got a different ride to work on. In case you are confused, we went to six-flags to work on our Physics semester project. We got the easy one - huhuhahaha! Rained really hard for about an hour and that's when we did all our calculations, before that we were busy getting the measurements. Played a little basketball after coming back to school. Got busy checking and replying to mails once I got home.
Ooooooh... a WONDERFUL thing happend at six-flags... I saw Maggie and Tiffany!! Maggie was on my hall at GHP and Tiffany in my major. Awsome, won't you say? You have to agree with me that this birthday was truely TERRIFIC!
Got a cake are around 10pm. Was very tired so the pictures don't look so good. Here's the cake though...
Kishu's my nick name at home (family and Delhite - non school - friends included), some Xaverians also call me that
So far so good. In the future getting an iBook??? Possibly! Let's wait and see. I'm also gonna need it for college, and as a discount I don't mind it being a combo gift - birthday and graduation... what ya say peeps?
As written in my last blog it all started a day before my birthday and believe it or not will end a day after! But here's what happened today... I recieved even more ecards and wishes from friends and family. People at school wished me in the morning and recieved calls once I got back home. Enjoyed the entire day with James and Pavan at six-flags. More people would have been great but limit was 3 people per group and everybody got a different ride to work on. In case you are confused, we went to six-flags to work on our Physics semester project. We got the easy one - huhuhahaha! Rained really hard for about an hour and that's when we did all our calculations, before that we were busy getting the measurements. Played a little basketball after coming back to school. Got busy checking and replying to mails once I got home.
Ooooooh... a WONDERFUL thing happend at six-flags... I saw Maggie and Tiffany!! Maggie was on my hall at GHP and Tiffany in my major. Awsome, won't you say? You have to agree with me that this birthday was truely TERRIFIC!
Got a cake are around 10pm. Was very tired so the pictures don't look so good. Here's the cake though...
Kishu's my nick name at home (family and Delhite - non school - friends included), some Xaverians also call me that
So far so good. In the future getting an iBook??? Possibly! Let's wait and see. I'm also gonna need it for college, and as a discount I don't mind it being a combo gift - birthday and graduation... what ya say peeps?
Apr 21, 2005
on the way...
My birthday has not even started yet (since I'm in US) but the celebrations have already begun! It all started this morning, when my bestest friends for the past 13yrs(!!) gave me a call from my sweet sweet India. We talked for about 20min. Felt so good after hearing their voice! Got up singing and dancing, and was excited all throughout the day. They usually call on the day of the Birthday, but Kanika's going to her Nani's place tomorrow in Rajasthan. It's a good thing they called early, now I'd remain happy longer ;)
Got back home, checked my inbox and aha! mails from all over. Thanks to all you guys!!
Tomorrow, I am going to six flags (amusement park)... woohoo!! It's a Physics trip from school, we have a project to work on. That's not the fun part! Fun comes when the words "Six Flags" are heard in a sentence. Am very excited!
Going out for lunch with Nana-Nani on Saturday.
Hmmm... 18th birthday is different that all the others... I'm an adult guys!! Yippi!
Got back home, checked my inbox and aha! mails from all over. Thanks to all you guys!!
Tomorrow, I am going to six flags (amusement park)... woohoo!! It's a Physics trip from school, we have a project to work on. That's not the fun part! Fun comes when the words "Six Flags" are heard in a sentence. Am very excited!
Going out for lunch with Nana-Nani on Saturday.
Hmmm... 18th birthday is different that all the others... I'm an adult guys!! Yippi!
Apr 19, 2005
important dates
April 21 - Economics EOCT (end of course test)
April 22 - Physics trip to 6 Flags (semester project)... also, 18th birthday!
May 4 - AP Statistics EXAM
May 9 - AP Physics EXAM
May 11 - AP Government EXAM
May 12 - Recieve Cap and Gown
May 22 - Baccalaureate at 2pm
May 23 - Final exams for Statistics(?!), Physics (?!), and Programming
May 24 - Final exams for English and Trigonometry, SENIOR PICNIC later in the day
May 26 - Grandparent's breakfast at 9:30am, and SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT at 7pm
May 27 - SENIOR WALK in the morning, class picture in cap and gown, graduation rehearsal in the morning and finally GRADUATION at 7pm
April 22 - Physics trip to 6 Flags (semester project)... also, 18th birthday!
May 4 - AP Statistics EXAM
May 9 - AP Physics EXAM
May 11 - AP Government EXAM
May 12 - Recieve Cap and Gown
May 22 - Baccalaureate at 2pm
May 23 - Final exams for Statistics(?!), Physics (?!), and Programming
May 24 - Final exams for English and Trigonometry, SENIOR PICNIC later in the day
May 26 - Grandparent's breakfast at 9:30am, and SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT at 7pm
May 27 - SENIOR WALK in the morning, class picture in cap and gown, graduation rehearsal in the morning and finally GRADUATION at 7pm
Apr 15, 2005
aching hearts
Am I learning a lot about life lately? The peaks, recessions, troughs, and expansions (to present in economic terms since to exam is coming up) of life? I know that I really like Socrates' quote, "The unexperienced life is not worth living" and would rather learn from my own experiences than somebody else's. I actually want to feel the emotions rather than just imagine them. But you know, sometimes it's a whole lot better to be a spectator or a listener compared to actually being one of the characters on stage.
Life is unpredictable, uneven, unfair. A smile can turn into a tear within a second, a laughter into a cry, joy into sorrow, and celebrations into mournings. It is noticible in my writing that I'm converting all happy moments into sad ones, but aren't these the moments when we say, "life sucks!" There are a limited number of people who remember God or thank anyone for bringing joys into their life. Whereas, almost everyone ridicuels life if something goes wrong.
I don't know where to start or when or how to end. Don't know what all the things, feelings, emotions, experiences and/or details I should write, discuss, record in the middle. I'm not sure what names I should mention or the true stories I should spread light upon. There's one thing I do know though - everything that I'm about to write is not limited to myself or the people these are about; this is universal. Character's change, settings change, dialogues somewhat vary, but the theme remains. I'm not going to write a very long blog on this subject because it depresses me, but if for some reason this ends up taking a lot of your time, I ask for your forgiveness.
People are dying, everyday. Either due to accidents, diseases, or natural causes. Their friends and relatives are mourning on the loss of someone who left memories behind, but the memories will fade away with time. What hits hard is when we know the one who has lost someone. Even though we may have not known the person, still the human heart aches and pain brings tears to the eyes. Thinking about the situation a brother, a sister, a mother, a father may be in.
Andree' didn't know Marcel's brother, yet she was crying in class thinking about how much the 8th grader is going to be missed. He had cancer. Marcel was very close to him, often talked about his actions. I too was sad to hear the news, but for some reason didn't show many emotions. Didn't even feel much. Maybe, I've realized this truth and coping with somebody else's pains has become easier upon myself. All I pray for now is... help them God!
Life is unpredictable, uneven, unfair. A smile can turn into a tear within a second, a laughter into a cry, joy into sorrow, and celebrations into mournings. It is noticible in my writing that I'm converting all happy moments into sad ones, but aren't these the moments when we say, "life sucks!" There are a limited number of people who remember God or thank anyone for bringing joys into their life. Whereas, almost everyone ridicuels life if something goes wrong.
I don't know where to start or when or how to end. Don't know what all the things, feelings, emotions, experiences and/or details I should write, discuss, record in the middle. I'm not sure what names I should mention or the true stories I should spread light upon. There's one thing I do know though - everything that I'm about to write is not limited to myself or the people these are about; this is universal. Character's change, settings change, dialogues somewhat vary, but the theme remains. I'm not going to write a very long blog on this subject because it depresses me, but if for some reason this ends up taking a lot of your time, I ask for your forgiveness.
People are dying, everyday. Either due to accidents, diseases, or natural causes. Their friends and relatives are mourning on the loss of someone who left memories behind, but the memories will fade away with time. What hits hard is when we know the one who has lost someone. Even though we may have not known the person, still the human heart aches and pain brings tears to the eyes. Thinking about the situation a brother, a sister, a mother, a father may be in.
Andree' didn't know Marcel's brother, yet she was crying in class thinking about how much the 8th grader is going to be missed. He had cancer. Marcel was very close to him, often talked about his actions. I too was sad to hear the news, but for some reason didn't show many emotions. Didn't even feel much. Maybe, I've realized this truth and coping with somebody else's pains has become easier upon myself. All I pray for now is... help them God!
Apr 1, 2005
Regina going to GHP
Regina Addo was nominated for GHP in the field of Biology. and guess what?? Yup! SHE GOT IT!! Ghosh! I'm so happy! When she said, "yes!" to my question, "did you get it?" I started jumping and screaming and gave her a tight hug! Man-o-man... I've so glad! She's gonna have sooooooo much fun. I miss GHP!!
REGINA... CONGRATULATIONS!!!
A total number of 6 ppl got it, the other 5 are...
Logan for Math (they learn how to juggle, wow na?)
John for Physics (don't know much)
Zack for Agri-Science (they go on all sort of trips)
Scott for Saxophone (amazing, ppl go crazy!)
Brionna for Spanish (que pasa, what?)
All are 11th graders except Logan, who's in 10th.
REGINA... CONGRATULATIONS!!!
A total number of 6 ppl got it, the other 5 are...
Logan for Math (they learn how to juggle, wow na?)
John for Physics (don't know much)
Zack for Agri-Science (they go on all sort of trips)
Scott for Saxophone (amazing, ppl go crazy!)
Brionna for Spanish (que pasa, what?)
All are 11th graders except Logan, who's in 10th.
Multicultural Fair 2005
The multicultural fair was today only. I know I didn't mention it before, but that's because I didn't participate this year. Last year I did India with Himali and Pavan. There were two other boards for India. One done by Amish, Arun, and Nemish, the other done by Anchita, Hasita and Kavita. Pavan made samosas last year and we (the Indians working at the fair) ate them all, leaving nothing for the visitors :) Couldn't help, they were soo good!
Mary-Ann (left) and Sonia (right)
Anyways, this year Mary-Ann and Sonia worked on the India board. The other board on India was put together by Anchita and Hasita. The fair was the same as last years - okay. Almost the same type of boards, absolutely the same dances (with very few variations) and the same attitude - excited and hyper at first, but as time passed watching the same thing and answering the same questions becomes tiring and a huge burden. Therefore, I enjoyed this year's better. After all I was just a visitor, saying hey talking to people and cursing them out for not having any food left (haha! just kiddin'). The best part of the fair was when I saw Miles playing his Viola. Ghosh! I just started cracking up. I don't know what was so funny about it, but it was pretty damn funny!! I didn't disturb him and went on with the fair. I was at the Trinidad and Tobago booth when he came over and said, "Yeah! don't even say a hi."
Trinidad and Tobago
So, I went to his "orchestra corner" and checked out the string intruments he had back there. Started arguing with him how his instrument is a Violin and not a Viola. After all it's played the same way! He explained the difference, "You need to be tall and have gorrilla arms to be able to play Viola." This sentence was aimed towards not letting me play the Viola. Then he actually showed me the two instruments and that's when I finally believed him. He did let me try to play it though. I'm telling ya, you really need to have gorrilla arms to play that thing (yup, exaggerating here)! My arms were not long enough (or so I felt). He was trying to put my fingers at the correct places, but again my pinky (smallest) finger wasn't long enough. I moved that stick thing up and down in an effort to make music, but whatever came out of it was something that you won't ever call music. After making me happy as anything, he played the Viola just for me... awww! Miles is GREAT!!
playing viola
Other than all the fun described above, I had a test in Stats that I did not study for while sleeping at home. Yeah, I got sleepy while trying to read the chapter, slept from from around 8:30pm till 5:54am. Started studying as soon as I got up. Isolated myself from everybody at school to understand this last chapter. I had to go over because I didn't do any of the hw assigned or even read the chapter. Due to the fair not a lot of people came to class. They were either helping at the fair or took an early break (next week is off, it's our spring break). I think I did fine at the test after all. It was not hard at all. Surprizingly, I knew what I was doing.
This six weeks I have all A's and B's, including Physics. It's that amazing? An A in Trig, woohoo! A cursin' B in English, can you believe that? B in Schernekau's?? Hate me, don't you? If you don't then I'm gonna hate you, so you better start hatin' :)
Okay listen, got a haircut today. Had been wanting to get one since forever! Short hair are SO MUCH better to take care of. In India, I had boycutt. After moving to US though, I decided on "becoming" a girl. Change is a part of life I guess. I like long hair too, but :(( you have to care so much! Plus, windy air tangles it up so bad! Anyways, this is how I look now...
breaking mom's car :D
self taken close-up. isn't that the most stupid smile ever!?
Okie dokes (and I like saying "dokes" instead of "dokie") about the Spring Break. Am not doing anything, not going anywhere, don't have any plans, will sit at home all week long and actually study for the AP exams this time. I borrowed Barron's AP Government and AP Physics books from Dees and Lee, respectively. Mom brought Amsco's AP Statistics from her school. All these books are really good. I know I can pass the Gov exam, Stats would take some work, but it's not impossible either. Physics... hahaha... let's not go there, but I'll see where I stand.
Wish me luck people!
Mary-Ann (left) and Sonia (right)
Anyways, this year Mary-Ann and Sonia worked on the India board. The other board on India was put together by Anchita and Hasita. The fair was the same as last years - okay. Almost the same type of boards, absolutely the same dances (with very few variations) and the same attitude - excited and hyper at first, but as time passed watching the same thing and answering the same questions becomes tiring and a huge burden. Therefore, I enjoyed this year's better. After all I was just a visitor, saying hey talking to people and cursing them out for not having any food left (haha! just kiddin'). The best part of the fair was when I saw Miles playing his Viola. Ghosh! I just started cracking up. I don't know what was so funny about it, but it was pretty damn funny!! I didn't disturb him and went on with the fair. I was at the Trinidad and Tobago booth when he came over and said, "Yeah! don't even say a hi."
Trinidad and Tobago
So, I went to his "orchestra corner" and checked out the string intruments he had back there. Started arguing with him how his instrument is a Violin and not a Viola. After all it's played the same way! He explained the difference, "You need to be tall and have gorrilla arms to be able to play Viola." This sentence was aimed towards not letting me play the Viola. Then he actually showed me the two instruments and that's when I finally believed him. He did let me try to play it though. I'm telling ya, you really need to have gorrilla arms to play that thing (yup, exaggerating here)! My arms were not long enough (or so I felt). He was trying to put my fingers at the correct places, but again my pinky (smallest) finger wasn't long enough. I moved that stick thing up and down in an effort to make music, but whatever came out of it was something that you won't ever call music. After making me happy as anything, he played the Viola just for me... awww! Miles is GREAT!!
playing viola
Other than all the fun described above, I had a test in Stats that I did not study for while sleeping at home. Yeah, I got sleepy while trying to read the chapter, slept from from around 8:30pm till 5:54am. Started studying as soon as I got up. Isolated myself from everybody at school to understand this last chapter. I had to go over because I didn't do any of the hw assigned or even read the chapter. Due to the fair not a lot of people came to class. They were either helping at the fair or took an early break (next week is off, it's our spring break). I think I did fine at the test after all. It was not hard at all. Surprizingly, I knew what I was doing.
This six weeks I have all A's and B's, including Physics. It's that amazing? An A in Trig, woohoo! A cursin' B in English, can you believe that? B in Schernekau's?? Hate me, don't you? If you don't then I'm gonna hate you, so you better start hatin' :)
Okay listen, got a haircut today. Had been wanting to get one since forever! Short hair are SO MUCH better to take care of. In India, I had boycutt. After moving to US though, I decided on "becoming" a girl. Change is a part of life I guess. I like long hair too, but :(( you have to care so much! Plus, windy air tangles it up so bad! Anyways, this is how I look now...
breaking mom's car :D
self taken close-up. isn't that the most stupid smile ever!?
Okie dokes (and I like saying "dokes" instead of "dokie") about the Spring Break. Am not doing anything, not going anywhere, don't have any plans, will sit at home all week long and actually study for the AP exams this time. I borrowed Barron's AP Government and AP Physics books from Dees and Lee, respectively. Mom brought Amsco's AP Statistics from her school. All these books are really good. I know I can pass the Gov exam, Stats would take some work, but it's not impossible either. Physics... hahaha... let's not go there, but I'll see where I stand.
Wish me luck people!
Mar 29, 2005
Outsourcing Teachers (Satire)
The federal government has finally decided to outsource K-12 public educators. It has become hard to afford skilled instructors due to the federal deficit, which is on the verge of crossing twenty-nine trillion dollars. Most of the money collected in taxes is going towards welfare . The battle for jobs is often won by overseas candidates because of their high reliability and low income demand compared to United States employees. This is resulting in more and more American workers being laid off. Not being able to find a job drives them to the “welfare community”.
“It took us a long time to realize this, but finally it has come to our attention that the American youth is not gaining anything in K-12 public education ,” said the Secretary of Education. “All throughout the nation, the Board of Education of numerous counties hold unnecessary meetings organized for the teachers on working days that result in hurting the students academically,” he added.
John Smith, a High School student from Georgia, stated, “Teachers almost never come to school. Even when they do come to class most of the time is wasted talking about hair do’s and nail salons. Other times the question ‘why are we even doing this?’ is given more importance than the actual course content. ” Smith’s girlfriend, Julie Sparks, exclaimed, “We never get to finish the course of study and the final average is bumped up all the time!”
Making all A’s and having a high average sounds good, but the American population is now understanding that there is no point of a 4.0 GPA when they are being lead to the welfare house due to the lack of skills, knowledge, and potential.
Recently, on the events of Easter and Holi, one of India’s major festivals, President Bush held talks with the Prime Minister of India about hiring over one million teachers. They would have to work during nights due to the time difference. It may seem like a stress to stay up all night long , but the rewards that come along with the job would convince many foreigners to become one with the “night owl” generation.
Special apartment complexes, with 24 hour wireless Internet connection and video conference devices, will be built in all the major and fastest growing cities. Each apartment complex will have a 1-800 number in the main office with a direct line given to all teachers in case students need emergency help. Also, free web space will be provided to post homework and class work. Students may also start a discussion group and/or email the teacher. The web URL will look something like www.offshore.k12.us.in/teachername. The apartment complexes will be considered “American soil.” After the initial five years of service, teachers may apply for U.S. citizenship. “The concern of America not being able to replace the declining population due to hunger and suicides, both being results of unemployment, will soon be solved,” the Secretary of State told reporters.
“We have handed the entire responsibility of teaching to India’s Department of Education,” said Cheney. “Research shows that the Indian education system is very effective. An average Indian with just a Bachelor’s degree is much more intelligent and a lot more effective and efficient in his or her work than the top Americans with a Master’s degree in their hand. ”
In a secret investigation it was discovered that the United States Department of Education will soon be shut down. “Our education department does not do anything, the results are obviously in front of us. The suggestion was given a lot of thought and the decision was made after numerous debates. We are hoping to utilize the money saved here to spend in welfare,” quoted by an anonymous source.
In India the news is already out and has been published in the major newspapers as well. An article in The Hindustan Times claims to have great ideas for “making the American public capable for today’s world.”
Keeping America’s future in mind, Bush also suggested a treaty according to which capable American youths will be shipped off to India to be able to work from there since the scope here is too less. In exchange, the same number of Indians will be sent immigration letters. On asking what will be accomplished by this, the President replied, “We do need someone paying us for the jobs, don’t we? ” and finished his statement with the words, “God Bless India!”
“It took us a long time to realize this, but finally it has come to our attention that the American youth is not gaining anything in K-12 public education ,” said the Secretary of Education. “All throughout the nation, the Board of Education of numerous counties hold unnecessary meetings organized for the teachers on working days that result in hurting the students academically,” he added.
John Smith, a High School student from Georgia, stated, “Teachers almost never come to school. Even when they do come to class most of the time is wasted talking about hair do’s and nail salons. Other times the question ‘why are we even doing this?’ is given more importance than the actual course content. ” Smith’s girlfriend, Julie Sparks, exclaimed, “We never get to finish the course of study and the final average is bumped up all the time!”
Making all A’s and having a high average sounds good, but the American population is now understanding that there is no point of a 4.0 GPA when they are being lead to the welfare house due to the lack of skills, knowledge, and potential.
Recently, on the events of Easter and Holi, one of India’s major festivals, President Bush held talks with the Prime Minister of India about hiring over one million teachers. They would have to work during nights due to the time difference. It may seem like a stress to stay up all night long , but the rewards that come along with the job would convince many foreigners to become one with the “night owl” generation.
Special apartment complexes, with 24 hour wireless Internet connection and video conference devices, will be built in all the major and fastest growing cities. Each apartment complex will have a 1-800 number in the main office with a direct line given to all teachers in case students need emergency help. Also, free web space will be provided to post homework and class work. Students may also start a discussion group and/or email the teacher. The web URL will look something like www.offshore.k12.us.in/teachername. The apartment complexes will be considered “American soil.” After the initial five years of service, teachers may apply for U.S. citizenship. “The concern of America not being able to replace the declining population due to hunger and suicides, both being results of unemployment, will soon be solved,” the Secretary of State told reporters.
“We have handed the entire responsibility of teaching to India’s Department of Education,” said Cheney. “Research shows that the Indian education system is very effective. An average Indian with just a Bachelor’s degree is much more intelligent and a lot more effective and efficient in his or her work than the top Americans with a Master’s degree in their hand. ”
In a secret investigation it was discovered that the United States Department of Education will soon be shut down. “Our education department does not do anything, the results are obviously in front of us. The suggestion was given a lot of thought and the decision was made after numerous debates. We are hoping to utilize the money saved here to spend in welfare,” quoted by an anonymous source.
In India the news is already out and has been published in the major newspapers as well. An article in The Hindustan Times claims to have great ideas for “making the American public capable for today’s world.”
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh says, “Since we have been handed over the job by our good friend America, we will do it well!” It will be done just like at home. Students will be given an exorbitant amount of compulsory practice work on a daily basis. Failure in completion will not only result in a possible zero on the test but also the deduction of points from the final average.
Keeping America’s future in mind, Bush also suggested a treaty according to which capable American youths will be shipped off to India to be able to work from there since the scope here is too less. In exchange, the same number of Indians will be sent immigration letters. On asking what will be accomplished by this, the President replied, “We do need someone paying us for the jobs, don’t we? ” and finished his statement with the words, “God Bless India!”
Mar 25, 2005
Holi Hai !!
Wishing all a very happy Holi, the Hindu festival of colors.
If you would like to learn about the festival go to
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holi
Mar 23, 2005
32100
After writing my last blog about that 4yr old case, I heard on the news about a guy in Minnesota who took his grandfathers' gun to school after killing both the grandfather and the grandmother and shot 10 people at school, including himself. Don't know what the reason was, but wow... life's really so uncertain.
So, has anything of interest happened lately? Hmm... I don't remember much except that I have a good long term memory (I guess). I was looking at the board and noticed the date 3-21-05. I kept on staring at it, and saying to myself, "that looks familiar. Something is on this day!" Looked at it for a couple more minutes and exclaimed to myself, "It's Rani Mukherji's Birthday!" That was not it though. After a little while, I remembered. It was also Mr. Shook's daughter's b'day. How do I know this? Well, last year he mentioned that his daughter was born on a very interesting date - March 21, 2000. You can also write it as 3-21-00. Notice the numbers? They are in decending order - 3210. Yeah! Saw Shookie later in the day and asked him how the b'day went :) He was surprised!
School has been alright, nothing exciting. In programming, we can't use C++ anymore because the compiler that we use does not have all the needed functions in its library (or something of that sort). So, we are switching to HTML now. Did a bit of that at GHP. Since we are just starting and doing the basic stuff, I know it all. HTML is pretty easy, I should say. It's cool that we can create an entire website out of scratch, that too while only working in the greenroom. It gets boring after sometime though.
About Janki and Nirali... it's the same as before. No questions from their side as to why I left their company and of course no such talk from my side either. I know that they must have talked about it amongst themselves and this shows in the way they now act. Seems like, Janki feels awkward while talking to me (atleast that's what her facial expressions imply) and Nirali, well well, her's is a totally different story. I have two classes with her - Trig and Stats. We see each other? Oh yeah, of course! Do we talk? No! Smile at each other? I do, however, I don't recall her doing so. Hmm... so what's the matter? Who knows, all I can assume (which I should not because I do not know what's going in her head. Plus, I hate when people just assume crap, without hearing the other person's side of the story) is that since I left, without even saying a word, or giving an explanation, they find it rude (I would too). But hey, they didn't see it coming. How long did they think I would take up their crap and just sit there, stare at their Gujju blabering faces, and not do anything. I went along for 7 months, didn't I? Now, If they think talking about soap operas I don't even get at home, or talking about movies that I haven't even heard of is more important than taking care of a "friend" well then... they won't make many friends, now will they? Except of course, if their friends also see the soap operas (throwing away time and getting happy, sad, depressed, cranky, feeling everything for dumb characters in a stupid show! I mean, isn't your life enough of a roller coaster that you want to sit in somebody else's seat?).
Well, back to the happy me :) My birthday's less than a month away (hey, hey, hey!). I'll be eighteen! I can spell that too... wooohooo!!
So, has anything of interest happened lately? Hmm... I don't remember much except that I have a good long term memory (I guess). I was looking at the board and noticed the date 3-21-05. I kept on staring at it, and saying to myself, "that looks familiar. Something is on this day!" Looked at it for a couple more minutes and exclaimed to myself, "It's Rani Mukherji's Birthday!" That was not it though. After a little while, I remembered. It was also Mr. Shook's daughter's b'day. How do I know this? Well, last year he mentioned that his daughter was born on a very interesting date - March 21, 2000. You can also write it as 3-21-00. Notice the numbers? They are in decending order - 3210. Yeah! Saw Shookie later in the day and asked him how the b'day went :) He was surprised!
School has been alright, nothing exciting. In programming, we can't use C++ anymore because the compiler that we use does not have all the needed functions in its library (or something of that sort). So, we are switching to HTML now. Did a bit of that at GHP. Since we are just starting and doing the basic stuff, I know it all. HTML is pretty easy, I should say. It's cool that we can create an entire website out of scratch, that too while only working in the greenroom. It gets boring after sometime though.
About Janki and Nirali... it's the same as before. No questions from their side as to why I left their company and of course no such talk from my side either. I know that they must have talked about it amongst themselves and this shows in the way they now act. Seems like, Janki feels awkward while talking to me (atleast that's what her facial expressions imply) and Nirali, well well, her's is a totally different story. I have two classes with her - Trig and Stats. We see each other? Oh yeah, of course! Do we talk? No! Smile at each other? I do, however, I don't recall her doing so. Hmm... so what's the matter? Who knows, all I can assume (which I should not because I do not know what's going in her head. Plus, I hate when people just assume crap, without hearing the other person's side of the story) is that since I left, without even saying a word, or giving an explanation, they find it rude (I would too). But hey, they didn't see it coming. How long did they think I would take up their crap and just sit there, stare at their Gujju blabering faces, and not do anything. I went along for 7 months, didn't I? Now, If they think talking about soap operas I don't even get at home, or talking about movies that I haven't even heard of is more important than taking care of a "friend" well then... they won't make many friends, now will they? Except of course, if their friends also see the soap operas (throwing away time and getting happy, sad, depressed, cranky, feeling everything for dumb characters in a stupid show! I mean, isn't your life enough of a roller coaster that you want to sit in somebody else's seat?).
Well, back to the happy me :) My birthday's less than a month away (hey, hey, hey!). I'll be eighteen! I can spell that too... wooohooo!!
Mar 21, 2005
Life is so uncertain
Today, during second period (English) I got to thinking about something that happened about four years ago.
A 6th or 7th grade girl was killed by her school bus. After getting off at school she was crossing the road from the back the bus, when the driver started reversing and the girl came under the rear tire. This was not it. The driver changed gears, started moving forward, and once again the same tire rolled over the same body. All this happened in front of the girls’ older sister (probably a 9th grader).
Next day, the two major newspapers – Hindustan Time and Times of India – printed the picture of the mother and another, distant, female family member of the family on the front cover. The mother had tears on her cheeks, her eyes were still wet. I guess she had stopped crying, but she felt helpless.
All this was in the news for a couple of days, we also talked about it at school. While at home, I’d often think about it and look out my bedroom window towards the balcony of a house that, in a huge tragedy, lost one of its children.
I didn’t know they lived there until this happened. Now, whenever I went bicycling and crossed the road in front of their house, I’d always look up at their third floor apartment. It seemed very seemed very quite up there. After a few weeks, the older sister started bringing her younger brother (4th grader, I believe) downstairs to play. Whenever I saw them, I would think… “They used to be three. There used to be someone amongst them who was close to both of their ages at the same time. Old enough to talk and listen to her 15yr old sister and young enough to play with her 10yr old brother. That one 12 to 13yr old was the bridge between the other two siblings.
The little boy used to play around with his cricket bat and actually enjoyed the company of his friends. His sister, however, didn’t do much except just standing, watching her brother play. She probably used to share a room with her sister. The same sort of a room I shared with my brother – 2 single beds, 1 or 2 study desks, 2 cupboards holding clothes and other possessions. At night they may used to talk about things, share the day’s stories, ask for homework help… you know, sibling stuff. But now, one of the bed’s was empty, possessions untouched, and nights all quite.
It was like any other morning, but that one morning changed the lives of these people forever. I can’t imagine how they must have felt. I mean, a member of their family just gone like that. They never heard her voice again, or saw her laugh, or cry. They never got a chance to see her grow up, to throw her parties, to scold her. Just a couple of minutes of one regular (or at least so it seemed) morning took away so much from them.
Just got to thinking about all this after a really, really long time.
Zindagi Ka Safar Hai Ye Kaisa Safar
Koi Samjha Nahin Koi Jaana Nahin
Hai Ye Kaisi Dagar Chalte Hain Sab Magar
Koi Samjha Nahin Koi Jaana Nahin
Zindagi Ko Bahut Pyaar Hamne Kiya
Maut Se Bhi Mohabbat Nibhaaenge Ham
Rote Rote Zamaane Mein Aaye Magar
Hanste Hanste Zamaane Se Jaaenge Ham
Jaaenge Par Kidhar Hai Kise Ye Khabar
Koi Samjha Nahin Koi Jaana Nahin
Aise Jeevan Bhi Hain Jo Jiye Hi Nahin
Jinko Jeene Se Pehle Hi Maut Aa Gayi
Phool Aise Bhi Hain Jo Khile Hi Nahin
Jinko Khilne Se Pehle Fiza Kha Gai
Hai Pareshaan Nazar Thak Gaye Chaaraagar
Koi Samjha Nahin Koi Jaana Nahin
Mar 20, 2005
What lies behing my eyes?
Found the link to Quizilla at Prasoon Gupta's blog. He wrote that whatever the quiz said about him was very true, same was the case here. I would say, all of it is true!
In your eyes, people see life... You see yourself as just an average person! You enjoy life, love wildlife, but also enjoy time with those who know you best. You like to get outdoors and let your mind wander over all of the mysteries god gave to you. You don't really have a certain sanctuary because you're so well-rounded, but you like having fun and adventures, but can also be found sitting quietly about, reading a book. You have a pretty good life ahead of you, never trade it for anything else :)
In your eyes, people see life... You see yourself as just an average person! You enjoy life, love wildlife, but also enjoy time with those who know you best. You like to get outdoors and let your mind wander over all of the mysteries god gave to you. You don't really have a certain sanctuary because you're so well-rounded, but you like having fun and adventures, but can also be found sitting quietly about, reading a book. You have a pretty good life ahead of you, never trade it for anything else :)
Mar 19, 2005
Kiss na!
Nana-Nani had a Satyanarayan Katha at their house today. For which MausaJi and Anuj bhai came down here yesterday. The pooja was supposed to start at 10am, but we are total Indians. Nana is very punctual, but it doesn't help much if all the others are slackers. We got their after 11:30 and that's when everything got started. MausaJi was expecting it to finish within an hour, but we kids know our Nana. It took almost three hours, as I suspected. MausaJi and Anuj bhai left for Charlotte around 6pm.
After coming back home I started watching Kisna, a movie I had been wanting to see for a long time. Had read some reviews about it and expected it to be a pretty good movie. I got impressed a number of times, loved Isha Sharvani (she is so damn flexible). Got a little bio online...
It made me wonder, can two people who are madly, deeply in love with each other, afford parting because that's what they HAVE to do, live a normal life, get married, have kids, and yet only belong to that one person they fell in love with. I don't know, I don't think I'll be able to do that. Somehow, I'll always feel that I'm betraying no one else, but myself. Maybe I'll change my mind after I grow up a little more.
Anyways, watch the movie if you get a chance. Watch with someone you never want to let go of, so that when tears roll down your cheeks, somebody's there to hug you and to say, "Kiss kya? " :)
After coming back home I started watching Kisna, a movie I had been wanting to see for a long time. Had read some reviews about it and expected it to be a pretty good movie. I got impressed a number of times, loved Isha Sharvani (she is so damn flexible). Got a little bio online...
Isha is 20 years old who lives at an ashram in Kerala, India. She is trained in gymnastics, martial arts, yoga, ballet, kathak, aerial dance etc. She started dancing at the age of seven and has already performed in 22 countries in the last seven years. Her mother is of Indian-origin, Daksha Seth, dancer by profession. Her dad is Australian, Vissaro, a composer by profession. She has been named by her mom (first name) and aunt (last name). "Isha" means goddess, and "sharwani" means Parvati = Goddess Parvati. She originally intended to a vet by profession, but couldn't bear the thought of injecting and hurting animals. She received an email from Subhash Ghai's office, who were looking for an actress with some knowledge of dancing, to act in Bollywood movies. She and her mom went to Bombay to visit Subhash Ghai, and an year later she was signed as the female lead in "Kisna" opposite Vivek Oberoi. There are already two other "Ishas", named Isha Koppikar, and Esha Deol in Bollywood.She didn't have much of an acting role, but whatever small scenes were shown of her were simply fabulous! Vivek Oberoi was looking alright, sometimes I like him, sometimes I don't. Antonia Bernath, Oberoi's love interest, sometimes looked good. The movie was boring at times, but overall I liked it (sigh)! Some scenes were copied off other movies, but the overall story is really good.
It made me wonder, can two people who are madly, deeply in love with each other, afford parting because that's what they HAVE to do, live a normal life, get married, have kids, and yet only belong to that one person they fell in love with. I don't know, I don't think I'll be able to do that. Somehow, I'll always feel that I'm betraying no one else, but myself. Maybe I'll change my mind after I grow up a little more.
Anyways, watch the movie if you get a chance. Watch with someone you never want to let go of, so that when tears roll down your cheeks, somebody's there to hug you and to say, "Kiss kya? " :)
Mar 15, 2005
The amazing world of mine...
The following students please come to the attendance office…
Michael Jackson
Jennifer Lopez
James Bond
Surprised? Yeah, I was too, and so was everybody else in my Stats class. It turns out we have students by the names of Michael Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, and James Bond enrolled at our school. So, Eagle’s Landing High is not very far away from stardom, or at least the school is “educating” famous names of the entertainment industry. -- Whatever! -- But, it’s just wrong to name your child James Bond (or Michael Jackson for that matter) because he/she is definitely going to be made fun of. Such parents should be imprisoned!
Lunch, makes me fill my tummy, oh lunch!
Recently, I have joined a different group at lunch. I had been sitting with Nirali and Janki ever since this school year started. In the beginning I used to feel bad (but not say much) when they talked in Gujrati (not in Hindi or English), knowing that I do not understand the language. Over the weeks, I started mentioning this, and it got better. We started enjoying each others company, and even shared food without any hesitations. But for the past some weeks, they have again started showing their disrespectful behavior. After a while, I just decided to move on, and not care about being “nice” and sitting with other Desi FOBs. I moved to the table where Pavan, Miles, James, and sometimes Iara sits. Sitting with these folks is much more intellectual and rewarding than those two because all Nirali and Janki ever talk about is Hindi soap operas (btw, I do not even get those shows!! So, this an example how immature they are).
What’s even worse is that they have not even asked why I moved. Clearly, they don’t care. So, I’m finally being selfish, and doing what I think is right for me :)
Spring is coming!
The naked tree branches that I had been observing and admiring for the past couple of weeks (maybe months), now have thousand and thousands of flowers. A week ago they didn’t have a single sprout and now all the branches are covered! It’s not the case with all the trees, but these particular ones that are planted on the dividers inside our apartment complex. I was amazed to notice such a huge difference in just 7 days.
Do UFOs exist?
This is what I’m writing my research paper on for English. The paper is due after the spring break (and I have my school going on for now, just making clear to those who somehow got the idea that I’m on a break right now). I got started on the research and discovered this site that has personal stories about encounters with aliens and UFOs. Don’t know how true or false these stories are, but they sure are interesting. Read them if you like at http://www.bright.net/~phobia/main.htm
Mar 13, 2005
Back from NC
Of course I couldn't win the battle with my parents and ended up going to NC, but it was not as bad as I expected. I actually enjoyed this time.
We left at 6pm on Friday evening, picked up laddoos and crossed Atlanta by 7pm. Reached their house around 10pm. Mausa ji and Anuj bhai were up, waiting for us. After eating some pulaw, and kadhi chawal, Hansag, Anuj bhai, and I went upstairs, playes cards, listened to music, and chatted for a while. Hansag fell asleep around 1:30, but Anuj bhai and I were talking until 3:30. Then finally we decided to go sleep. Soon, after lying down, I could hear bhai's slight snores. I was sleepy when Anuj bhai was telling me about XML, but when the entire house was sound asleep, and there was nothing to do, I lay there wide awake.
Playing cards in the living room
Got up at 9 in the morning. MausaJi and papa left for the Mandir around 9:30, whereas all five of us - Ritu Masi, Mom, Hansag, Anuj bhai, and I - took showers, ate breakfast, without any hurry, and reached the mandir around 11:30 or 12. Hawan was almost over, but they were singing some bhakti songs. We sat there all that while, and after the aarti and meeting people from here and there had lunch. After everything got done, the packing started.
Back home, after making tea for all the adults, us three kids left for the 4 o'clock show of Robots. It was an okay movie, if you are planning on watching it, I think it would be smart to wait for the DVD. Got back home around 6-6:15, discovered that leaving for Atlanta was on today's to-do list (finally!). Anuj bhai and I had dinner, whereas Hansag just kept on sitting in the living room, watching TV, because he wanted pizza (hehe!). Pet pooja done, so I slipped into some comfy clothes, took a few pics, and sat on the couch watching the two playing cards. Dad came, and we left the place around 7:45.
Slept most of the way back. Got here at midnight.
We left at 6pm on Friday evening, picked up laddoos and crossed Atlanta by 7pm. Reached their house around 10pm. Mausa ji and Anuj bhai were up, waiting for us. After eating some pulaw, and kadhi chawal, Hansag, Anuj bhai, and I went upstairs, playes cards, listened to music, and chatted for a while. Hansag fell asleep around 1:30, but Anuj bhai and I were talking until 3:30. Then finally we decided to go sleep. Soon, after lying down, I could hear bhai's slight snores. I was sleepy when Anuj bhai was telling me about XML, but when the entire house was sound asleep, and there was nothing to do, I lay there wide awake.
Playing cards in the living room
Got up at 9 in the morning. MausaJi and papa left for the Mandir around 9:30, whereas all five of us - Ritu Masi, Mom, Hansag, Anuj bhai, and I - took showers, ate breakfast, without any hurry, and reached the mandir around 11:30 or 12. Hawan was almost over, but they were singing some bhakti songs. We sat there all that while, and after the aarti and meeting people from here and there had lunch. After everything got done, the packing started.
Back home, after making tea for all the adults, us three kids left for the 4 o'clock show of Robots. It was an okay movie, if you are planning on watching it, I think it would be smart to wait for the DVD. Got back home around 6-6:15, discovered that leaving for Atlanta was on today's to-do list (finally!). Anuj bhai and I had dinner, whereas Hansag just kept on sitting in the living room, watching TV, because he wanted pizza (hehe!). Pet pooja done, so I slipped into some comfy clothes, took a few pics, and sat on the couch watching the two playing cards. Dad came, and we left the place around 7:45.
Slept most of the way back. Got here at midnight.
Mar 11, 2005
Happy Birthday JANE !!
Today is Jane Lee's 18th Birthday. She majored in Executive Management at GHP and a minored in Dance. Her and I volunteered to write "Thank You" notes to all those who came in our class as guest speakers. Jerrett sat to the left of me, and Jane was right next to him. Maria and her became really good friends :)
Once again... Wishing Jane a very happy 18th birthday !!
Once again... Wishing Jane a very happy 18th birthday !!
Haloscan is GONE!
Mar 8, 2005
These parents, I'm telling ya!
Man, don't these parents ever understand anything? Why are they always so eager to make decisions for us? Caring and responsible parents are a necessity to have because they really do make up our character by deciding early on which school to send us to and many other such important decisions. But, when kids think that they are old enough to make decisions for themselves, then why not let them do so? Yes, there is a possibility that their kids are thinking wrongly about being able to decide things for themselves, maybe their brains are betraying them, after all teenagers are crazy and they ALWAYS make stupid choices. But for that matter, kids are kids, not at all mature enough to think straight. Unfortunately, us kids will never ever reach the age of possible maturity, because we always are lacking 20 some years of experience. Parents are the best, huh?!
The above paragraph is for every fight that one may have with his/her parent(s). What I'm here to write about today is, "Why do sometimes parents propose a question, give a choice, and decide that the option we chose is worth throwing out the window?" I mean, if you want to do what you want to do, then please don't even make us happy (and later pissed) by rejecting our decision.
Last week (more than once) mom asked both, Hansag and I, whether or not we want to go to NC on March 12, which is a Saturday. First of all, I don't like going to NC at all. Whenever we go there for a happy visit, all these BIG plans are made, but it's all talk, we don't ever do anything! Hansag usually gets excited whenever a plan for NC is made, only in the hope of meeting Neeraj and Anuj bhai, and probably having a better time than all the past visits. March 2005 visit is a completely different story though. I guess (rather know) that it would be nice for us to be there, but more importantly it would be an awkward situation. Not writing more about the issue. Just that, I would rather be here finishing up my work and studying for the f***ing AP/Honors classes I'm taking, rather than wasting the entire weekend in traveling and later being tired due to the 4-5 hour drive (both ways).
God, help me!
The above paragraph is for every fight that one may have with his/her parent(s). What I'm here to write about today is, "Why do sometimes parents propose a question, give a choice, and decide that the option we chose is worth throwing out the window?" I mean, if you want to do what you want to do, then please don't even make us happy (and later pissed) by rejecting our decision.
Last week (more than once) mom asked both, Hansag and I, whether or not we want to go to NC on March 12, which is a Saturday. First of all, I don't like going to NC at all. Whenever we go there for a happy visit, all these BIG plans are made, but it's all talk, we don't ever do anything! Hansag usually gets excited whenever a plan for NC is made, only in the hope of meeting Neeraj and Anuj bhai, and probably having a better time than all the past visits. March 2005 visit is a completely different story though. I guess (rather know) that it would be nice for us to be there, but more importantly it would be an awkward situation. Not writing more about the issue. Just that, I would rather be here finishing up my work and studying for the f***ing AP/Honors classes I'm taking, rather than wasting the entire weekend in traveling and later being tired due to the 4-5 hour drive (both ways).
God, help me!
Mar 7, 2005
aaila :O
Recieved a mail from Divya Masi today. They have gotten transferred to my hometown - Delhi, Dilli dilwalo ki ;). Mishkin will be attending DPS and Venu called back from Nainital next year. After reading the abbreviation - DPS - my expression was... ":O wow!" and I started thinking how he could have gotten into that school. Well two option...
1. either Mishkin miya is very intelligent
2. or (something that is more likely to happen) baap bada na bhaiya, sabse bada rupaya!
It's good that he'll be attending DPS, but I was laughing at the same time. Couldn't stop myself from recalling that "porno" incident of that mahaan school.
Delhi is a great place, seriously. Miss every minute of that city. Yeah, I'm biased in calling Delhi a great city, because it is the city where I was born and raised. A city where I made my first and everlasting friendships. Where I learned everything! I knew where to go for what, which bazaar is famous for what item. India is my mother, but Delhi probably my Identity. People say that I'm not a pakki Delhite, have quite a bit of UP in me, but even then, Dilli is my dil!
And I can never forget my Xavier's, the school that made me grow, that has seen me grow. Didn't learn my alphabets at Xavier's, Playway gets away with that credit, but Xavier's taught me how to change those alphabets into words, sentences, paragraphs, essays, and then a reflection of myself. That school, those teachers, those buildings, that canteen, those tennins/basketball courts, swimming pools, playgrounds, those assemeblies, picnics, jokes, friends, classmates... haaye! - memories! melodies! fragrance!
I miss my duniya, I miss my world! I still love it, I still remember it. I miss my crazyness, I miss my perky behavior, I miss the energy I used have inside of me, I miss the motivation. I miss myself yaar, I just miss myself.
Well, it's all good though (I guess). I mean, I was so childish back then. Always jumping around, teasing people, making them cry (:D), and then making them smile again. But you know, I wasn't this Geetali, while there. I became Geetali "the thinker" Sharma after coming to this land of different races - USA.
Changes take place for good, right?
Yeah, it's true that I miss what once belonged to me, but I recall the memories, I sing the melodies, and I smell the fragrance every time I think of that beautiful world left behind.
1. either Mishkin miya is very intelligent
2. or (something that is more likely to happen) baap bada na bhaiya, sabse bada rupaya!
It's good that he'll be attending DPS, but I was laughing at the same time. Couldn't stop myself from recalling that "porno" incident of that mahaan school.
Delhi is a great place, seriously. Miss every minute of that city. Yeah, I'm biased in calling Delhi a great city, because it is the city where I was born and raised. A city where I made my first and everlasting friendships. Where I learned everything! I knew where to go for what, which bazaar is famous for what item. India is my mother, but Delhi probably my Identity. People say that I'm not a pakki Delhite, have quite a bit of UP in me, but even then, Dilli is my dil!
And I can never forget my Xavier's, the school that made me grow, that has seen me grow. Didn't learn my alphabets at Xavier's, Playway gets away with that credit, but Xavier's taught me how to change those alphabets into words, sentences, paragraphs, essays, and then a reflection of myself. That school, those teachers, those buildings, that canteen, those tennins/basketball courts, swimming pools, playgrounds, those assemeblies, picnics, jokes, friends, classmates... haaye! - memories! melodies! fragrance!
I miss my duniya, I miss my world! I still love it, I still remember it. I miss my crazyness, I miss my perky behavior, I miss the energy I used have inside of me, I miss the motivation. I miss myself yaar, I just miss myself.
Well, it's all good though (I guess). I mean, I was so childish back then. Always jumping around, teasing people, making them cry (:D), and then making them smile again. But you know, I wasn't this Geetali, while there. I became Geetali "the thinker" Sharma after coming to this land of different races - USA.
Changes take place for good, right?
Yeah, it's true that I miss what once belonged to me, but I recall the memories, I sing the melodies, and I smell the fragrance every time I think of that beautiful world left behind.
Mar 5, 2005
Blogthings
Blogthings. Found the link to this website through Teresa and Dilan's blogs. Didn't really have spare time on my hand, but you know how I avoid doing hw, yeah :) ended up taking the quizzez, here are the results...
What gender is your brain? -- Your brain is 60% female, 40% male
Your brain is a healthy mix of male and female
You are both sensitive and savvy
Rational and reasonable, you tend to keep level headed
But you also tend to wear your heart on your sleeve
What age will you die? -- 79
You're pretty average when it comes to how you live...
And how you'll die as well.
How's your karma? -- You have fantastic karma
You are a kind, sensitive, and giving person.
And all your good deeds will pay off - if they haven't already.
But you're not so concerned with what you get in return anyway.
You have an innate caring nature - and nothing can change that!
Are you and Extrovert or an Introvert? -- You are 20% Extrovert, 80% Introvert
You are quite reserved
You aren't afraid of social situations...
But you very much prefer to go it alone
And why not? You're your own best friend!
Are you Right or Left brained? -- You are 25% left brained, 75% right brained
The left side of your brain controls verbal ability, attention to detail, and reasoning.
Left brained people are good at communication and persuading others.
If you're left brained, you are likely good at math and logic.
Your left brain prefers dogs, reading, and quiet.
The right side of your brain is all about creativity and flexibility.
Daring and intuitive, right brained people see the world in their unique way.
If you're right brained, you likely have a talent for creative writing and art.
Your right brain prefers day dreaming, philosophy, and sports.
What age do you act? -- 23
Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe.
13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world.
20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences.
30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more!
40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax.
What year do you belong in? -- 1975
If you scored...
1950 - 1959: You're fun loving, romantic, and more than a little innocent. See you at the drive in!
1960 - 1969: You are a free spirit with a huge heart. Love, peace, and happiness rule - oh, and drugs too.
1970 - 1979: Bold and brash, you take life by the horns. Whether you're partying or protesting, you give it your all!
1980 - 1989: Wild, over the top, and just a little bit cheesy. You're colorful at night - and successful during the day.
1990 - 1999: With you anything goes! You're grunge one day, ghetto fabulous the next. It's all good!
What's your seduction style? -- The coquette
You are a pro at playing the age old game of hard to get.
Your flirting style runs hot and cold, giving just enough to keep them chasing you.
Independent and self-sufficient, you don't need any one person to make you compelte.
And that independence is exactly what makes people pursue you.
What is your love number? -- 1
You tend to be a stubborn lover, holding your ground in every argument
You take your time falling in love. You aren't the type to lose perspective.
You are loyal (to a fault), and you require the same loyalty in your sweetheart.
At your best, you are a wise and inspiring partner - who sticks around.
What gender is your brain? -- Your brain is 60% female, 40% male
Your brain is a healthy mix of male and female
You are both sensitive and savvy
Rational and reasonable, you tend to keep level headed
But you also tend to wear your heart on your sleeve
What age will you die? -- 79
You're pretty average when it comes to how you live...
And how you'll die as well.
How's your karma? -- You have fantastic karma
You are a kind, sensitive, and giving person.
And all your good deeds will pay off - if they haven't already.
But you're not so concerned with what you get in return anyway.
You have an innate caring nature - and nothing can change that!
Are you and Extrovert or an Introvert? -- You are 20% Extrovert, 80% Introvert
You are quite reserved
You aren't afraid of social situations...
But you very much prefer to go it alone
And why not? You're your own best friend!
Are you Right or Left brained? -- You are 25% left brained, 75% right brained
The left side of your brain controls verbal ability, attention to detail, and reasoning.
Left brained people are good at communication and persuading others.
If you're left brained, you are likely good at math and logic.
Your left brain prefers dogs, reading, and quiet.
The right side of your brain is all about creativity and flexibility.
Daring and intuitive, right brained people see the world in their unique way.
If you're right brained, you likely have a talent for creative writing and art.
Your right brain prefers day dreaming, philosophy, and sports.
What age do you act? -- 23
Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe.
13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world.
20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences.
30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more!
40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax.
What year do you belong in? -- 1975
If you scored...
1950 - 1959: You're fun loving, romantic, and more than a little innocent. See you at the drive in!
1960 - 1969: You are a free spirit with a huge heart. Love, peace, and happiness rule - oh, and drugs too.
1970 - 1979: Bold and brash, you take life by the horns. Whether you're partying or protesting, you give it your all!
1980 - 1989: Wild, over the top, and just a little bit cheesy. You're colorful at night - and successful during the day.
1990 - 1999: With you anything goes! You're grunge one day, ghetto fabulous the next. It's all good!
What's your seduction style? -- The coquette
You are a pro at playing the age old game of hard to get.
Your flirting style runs hot and cold, giving just enough to keep them chasing you.
Independent and self-sufficient, you don't need any one person to make you compelte.
And that independence is exactly what makes people pursue you.
What is your love number? -- 1
You tend to be a stubborn lover, holding your ground in every argument
You take your time falling in love. You aren't the type to lose perspective.
You are loyal (to a fault), and you require the same loyalty in your sweetheart.
At your best, you are a wise and inspiring partner - who sticks around.
Mar 3, 2005
more on my laziness...
Sleeping A LOT is also a sign of laziness. Not doing homework at home, either finishing up hurridly in different classes and not paying attention to what's going on there or copying it off somebody else's paper is a result of laziness. Just lying on the couch and watching TV, saying no when your brother asks you to go to the gym just because you are "tired" and avoiding as many household chores as possible are some other signs of laziness.
And here's something to increase your general knowledge - I've been doing all of the above for the past couple of days now.
Now some other happenings
My hatred for Schernekau is increasing day by day, but I'm trying to overcome it. God, give me strength!! Shirley admitted that I'm doing much better this semester compared to the last one. I've also been going to him for questions (that later turn out to be calculation mistakes).
Trigonometry is same as before, only "a bit" more screaming and pulling of hair involved. Nopes, not hard, just that Harrison is bombarding us with formulas, and formulas, and more formulas. Have a quiz tomorrow, but luckily not over all of the crap - whew! You know, Harrison has started looking at me as if I'm "actually" smart. I don't know it could be just me thinking that way, because Janki said something like, "Harrison likes smart people. I'm not doing too well there so she avoids me." And later that year she said, "I have an A average now, she likes me." I didn't really believe her back then, but you know it could be true. It's not that Harrison's attitude towards "unsmart" people is any different, but you can notice a slight difference in where her eyeballs land while analyzing something and/or talking about general stuff.
Physics is notes, notes, all the time. And programming the exact opposite. When Washington says, "Do this worksheet out of the book" it means, "Just take the stupid sheet, I have some emails to read you idiots. And yeah, don't bother digging the books to find the answers, there isn't anything in there anyways. I'll give the answers tomorrow. Now get busy talking!!"
And here's something to increase your general knowledge - I've been doing all of the above for the past couple of days now.
Now some other happenings
My hatred for Schernekau is increasing day by day, but I'm trying to overcome it. God, give me strength!! Shirley admitted that I'm doing much better this semester compared to the last one. I've also been going to him for questions (that later turn out to be calculation mistakes).
Trigonometry is same as before, only "a bit" more screaming and pulling of hair involved. Nopes, not hard, just that Harrison is bombarding us with formulas, and formulas, and more formulas. Have a quiz tomorrow, but luckily not over all of the crap - whew! You know, Harrison has started looking at me as if I'm "actually" smart. I don't know it could be just me thinking that way, because Janki said something like, "Harrison likes smart people. I'm not doing too well there so she avoids me." And later that year she said, "I have an A average now, she likes me." I didn't really believe her back then, but you know it could be true. It's not that Harrison's attitude towards "unsmart" people is any different, but you can notice a slight difference in where her eyeballs land while analyzing something and/or talking about general stuff.
Physics is notes, notes, all the time. And programming the exact opposite. When Washington says, "Do this worksheet out of the book" it means, "Just take the stupid sheet, I have some emails to read you idiots. And yeah, don't bother digging the books to find the answers, there isn't anything in there anyways. I'll give the answers tomorrow. Now get busy talking!!"
Mar 2, 2005
Mar 1, 2005
Truth, and nothing but the truth
I haven't been updating my blog regularly. It could be interpreted (correctly) that I'm leaning more and more towards laziness.
Feb 23, 2005
my sweetheart brother
It has been an okay break so far. Nothing much is going on except relaxation. I don't remember doing anything special since Friday till now, exept going to Nana-Nani's place and Global Mall on Saturday and seeing the circus and eating at Madras Sarvana Bhawan on Monday.
The food at MSB was ok, I didn't like it much. We ordered North Indian as usual, but it seems like they only make good South Indian food. I tried their sambhar vada as appetizer, which I liked. But other than that, nopes! It could be possible that my expectations have gone up, but I doubt that.
I also started on my Statistics hw. I will finish by tomorrow if not tonight. Am determined to study for Physics. Just wish me luck, that I do open the book and do some problems.
Watched a few movies - MunimJi, China Gate, Hera Pheri, and part of Xcuse me. Hera Pheri has been one of my favorites ever since I first watched it, so don't need to say whether I enjoyed it or not. MunimJi was ok, China Gate I liked, but Xcuse me was kachra. Hansag broght some more videos of Ghar-Jamai from his friends house. That show is our favorite these days :D
About Hansag, it's odd how we have been talking lately. I mean, actually talking and not fighting like fighting-fighting (if you know what I mean). One funny incident - I was working out some problems in the room, he came in, sat on his clothes on the chair, and offered me his Pepsi. I looked at him doubtfully, touched the glass to see if it was cold. He said, "There's no ice, you want a sip?" I sipped and he said, "That's one sip." I handed it back to him and his final response regarding the Pepsi was that "now you can't say you didn't even have a sip." :) He always finishes all the soda (no matter how much Papa brings) before anybody gets a chance to even see it properly. I was scolding him regarding this the other day.
I love that guy!
The food at MSB was ok, I didn't like it much. We ordered North Indian as usual, but it seems like they only make good South Indian food. I tried their sambhar vada as appetizer, which I liked. But other than that, nopes! It could be possible that my expectations have gone up, but I doubt that.
I also started on my Statistics hw. I will finish by tomorrow if not tonight. Am determined to study for Physics. Just wish me luck, that I do open the book and do some problems.
Watched a few movies - MunimJi, China Gate, Hera Pheri, and part of Xcuse me. Hera Pheri has been one of my favorites ever since I first watched it, so don't need to say whether I enjoyed it or not. MunimJi was ok, China Gate I liked, but Xcuse me was kachra. Hansag broght some more videos of Ghar-Jamai from his friends house. That show is our favorite these days :D
About Hansag, it's odd how we have been talking lately. I mean, actually talking and not fighting like fighting-fighting (if you know what I mean). One funny incident - I was working out some problems in the room, he came in, sat on his clothes on the chair, and offered me his Pepsi. I looked at him doubtfully, touched the glass to see if it was cold. He said, "There's no ice, you want a sip?" I sipped and he said, "That's one sip." I handed it back to him and his final response regarding the Pepsi was that "now you can't say you didn't even have a sip." :) He always finishes all the soda (no matter how much Papa brings) before anybody gets a chance to even see it properly. I was scolding him regarding this the other day.
I love that guy!
Feb 17, 2005
this week and the next
I know I haven't posted anything in a while. Missed V-day aswell, sorry bhai log! V-day was not special, it was just another day, just had a "V" in front of it. Wore white, red, and black to school. It's FBLA week at our school, here are the days and their "specialities"...
Monday: V-day (wear red and white)
Tueday: Professional attire day (i was going to wear my black suit, but didn't coz i'm lazy)
Wednesday: College day (i don't own any clothes that have college related stuff on them)
Thurdsay: Teacher appriciation day (nothing special, don't worry!)
Friday: FBLA day (wear gold and blue, they are FBLA colors)
Other than the above mentioned, this is our last week of school before the "mid-winter break". So, all the teachers have been bombarding us with quizzes and tests. I had a test in every single class, expect in Physics (postponed to the Friday after the break) and Programming (had one last week). English kachri gave us 2 tests. Nice na? --:O.. Yah! I know!! Anyways, I feel pretty good about all the tests this week. But lets see what the scores say.
Next week is off, but nothing is planned so far. On to-do list are the following things...
Monday: V-day (wear red and white)
Tueday: Professional attire day (i was going to wear my black suit, but didn't coz i'm lazy)
Wednesday: College day (i don't own any clothes that have college related stuff on them)
Thurdsay: Teacher appriciation day (nothing special, don't worry!)
Friday: FBLA day (wear gold and blue, they are FBLA colors)
Other than the above mentioned, this is our last week of school before the "mid-winter break". So, all the teachers have been bombarding us with quizzes and tests. I had a test in every single class, expect in Physics (postponed to the Friday after the break) and Programming (had one last week). English kachri gave us 2 tests. Nice na? --:O.. Yah! I know!! Anyways, I feel pretty good about all the tests this week. But lets see what the scores say.
Next week is off, but nothing is planned so far. On to-do list are the following things...
- fill out FAFSA
- fill out GaTech's FinAid
- read over Stats ch11 and workout problems
- read over Physics ch17, workout problems, and for once understand what i'm doing
- listen to music, dance (or jump up and down)
- go to sleep at NIGHT, and wake up in the MORNING
- take showers!!
Feb 12, 2005
i can predict the future :O ... hu hu ha ha ha ha ha!!
Case 1
I didn't do my Stats hw on Thursday, so copied it off someone's paper during Trig. At the time, we were going over something new in Trig. I looked at the teacher, then looked at the board, again looked at the teacher, and said to myself, "This new stuff is going to be on the quiz as a bonus question." But I kept on doing to Stats work because at the time that was more important. Anyways, my prediction came true, I did the problem from whatever I had heard the teacher saying, but didn't give all the answers. Made a high B on the quiz, which was good (as in higher) compared to what others made.
Case 2
Okay, this is not exactly "predicting" of anything, but whatever! I didn't go to school 3 days last week because I was extremely sick (uhu uhu), had to make up a couple of tests this week. Stats make-up was on Friday morning, I didn't study much on Thursday night, but had a monologue with Mr. God on Friday morning, it went something like this...
I guess he got impressed and decided on not freaking me out. BUT we also had a stupid essay test on Frankenstein in English. This was over the presentations, which we were supposed to take notes on. Schernekau handed out papers with about six essay questions on them, but one was highleted that we were actually supposed to do. This was random though. You won't believe how lucky I am... I got the question that I knew little about because when we reached that presentation I decided to relax and take a trip to my dreamland. Anyways, I looked around, god jealous because others had questions that I knew everything about, looked at the ceiling, said, "Thanks!" and started writing. I did fine, it wasn't as bad as I thought :)
But remember, when I think that I did well on something, it turns out to be really crappy. Hmm... let's see what happens...
I didn't do my Stats hw on Thursday, so copied it off someone's paper during Trig. At the time, we were going over something new in Trig. I looked at the teacher, then looked at the board, again looked at the teacher, and said to myself, "This new stuff is going to be on the quiz as a bonus question." But I kept on doing to Stats work because at the time that was more important. Anyways, my prediction came true, I did the problem from whatever I had heard the teacher saying, but didn't give all the answers. Made a high B on the quiz, which was good (as in higher) compared to what others made.
Case 2
Okay, this is not exactly "predicting" of anything, but whatever! I didn't go to school 3 days last week because I was extremely sick (uhu uhu), had to make up a couple of tests this week. Stats make-up was on Friday morning, I didn't study much on Thursday night, but had a monologue with Mr. God on Friday morning, it went something like this...
Aye God yaar, plzz lemme get a good grade on this test. I know I'm asking you to help me when I didn't really study, but man seriously I know the stuff. See, the formula for the interval is x-bar plus/minus z-score times sigma over square root of n. To find the p-value all you have to do is subtract the myu from x-bar and divide it by sigma over square root of n. The minimum population you need is not that hard either, it's z-score times sigma over square root of n less than-equal to m. See, I know everything! Just help my brain work, plz plz plz!!
I guess he got impressed and decided on not freaking me out. BUT we also had a stupid essay test on Frankenstein in English. This was over the presentations, which we were supposed to take notes on. Schernekau handed out papers with about six essay questions on them, but one was highleted that we were actually supposed to do. This was random though. You won't believe how lucky I am... I got the question that I knew little about because when we reached that presentation I decided to relax and take a trip to my dreamland. Anyways, I looked around, god jealous because others had questions that I knew everything about, looked at the ceiling, said, "Thanks!" and started writing. I did fine, it wasn't as bad as I thought :)
But remember, when I think that I did well on something, it turns out to be really crappy. Hmm... let's see what happens...
Feb 3, 2005
Hate being sick!
I've been sick since Sunday night (January 30, 2005). Went to school on Monday, but stayed at home on Tuesday because of feeling ill in the morning. Went on Wednesday, got all the make-up work etc, but am at home again. Went to the doctor in the morning, she prescribed some medicines. I should get better in 10 days (at most). I definitely have to go to school tomorrow, because I have missed all the tests this week - AP Statistics, AP Government, and Honors Geometry. Will take the Stats test before school tomorrow, and Gov and Trig tests during class. All should be easy.
Nirali's sister's wedding is approaching, it's on Feb 13th. They are busy doing last minute shopping. She was telling us about Pinky and Bunty's honeymoon plans. They'll be going to Las Vegas and California, will spend about a month there. While talking about all this Janu said that she wants to go on a world tour. I used to think about going on a world tour as well until about a years ago. Now, I don't know where I want to go. World tour would be too tiring... honeymoon should be relaxing after all the bhaagdaud of the marriage. Anyways, that's still a looooooooong way from here :)
Haan, so yesterday I fell asleep after coming home. Woke up after about 3-4 hours. Even after such a long rest, I was feeling tired. Did a bit of homework. Hansag asked me whether or not I wanted to eat Maggie. I gave him my standard answer, "I don't like alu in it, and I like the way I make it." After hearing this, Papa to khush ho gaye, I ended up making it! Papa, Hansag, and I had it... while mom lied on her bed, reading her book, and smiling.
Couldn't fall asleep easily... kept on waking up in the middle of the night. Got up and had a Tylenol at 2am, and finally had a good sleep from 5 till 9 in the morning.
Nirali's sister's wedding is approaching, it's on Feb 13th. They are busy doing last minute shopping. She was telling us about Pinky and Bunty's honeymoon plans. They'll be going to Las Vegas and California, will spend about a month there. While talking about all this Janu said that she wants to go on a world tour. I used to think about going on a world tour as well until about a years ago. Now, I don't know where I want to go. World tour would be too tiring... honeymoon should be relaxing after all the bhaagdaud of the marriage. Anyways, that's still a looooooooong way from here :)
Haan, so yesterday I fell asleep after coming home. Woke up after about 3-4 hours. Even after such a long rest, I was feeling tired. Did a bit of homework. Hansag asked me whether or not I wanted to eat Maggie. I gave him my standard answer, "I don't like alu in it, and I like the way I make it." After hearing this, Papa to khush ho gaye, I ended up making it! Papa, Hansag, and I had it... while mom lied on her bed, reading her book, and smiling.
Couldn't fall asleep easily... kept on waking up in the middle of the night. Got up and had a Tylenol at 2am, and finally had a good sleep from 5 till 9 in the morning.
Jan 29, 2005
Ice, Ice Baby!
At 9 in the morning, mom entered the room excitedly. Asked both Hansag and I to look out the nazara outside. Neither of us bothered giving up our sleep until she told us that it had "snowed". Once I looked outside, the weather was beautiful. Took a few pics...
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Jan 27, 2005
Janki's B'day
I promised that I'll make alu ke paranthe for her as a birthday gift. Last night, however, I was really tired and fell asleep in the living room. Woke up around 8pm, moved into the bedroom and went to sleep. I did set an alarm for 5am though. Got up around 5:39, chhilofied the alu that mom had boiled the night before, mashed them, sprinkled masala, and made 8 paranthas by 7am. Mom wasn't sure whether I would wake up in the morning or not, so she made bread pakode in the morn, coz she knew about my promise to Janu. So, I packed 5 paranthes and 6 pakodes with hari chatni for lunch.
We didn't have cake, so both Nirali and I utilized the parantha as one. Meaning, we both put a piece of parantha in Janki's mouth. I did the same with the pakoda, but Nirali was feeling uncomfy coz this was during lunch and ppl were "watching". Whatever was left, Jaan took that to home with her for Himali and her Dadi.
In the evening I got a piece of cake that Himali had made herself and brought from Dairy Queen. I had 2-3 bites at school, but decided to have the rest at home. By the time we reached home, the ice-cream that it had in it had melted. It's in the freezer now :)
We didn't have cake, so both Nirali and I utilized the parantha as one. Meaning, we both put a piece of parantha in Janki's mouth. I did the same with the pakoda, but Nirali was feeling uncomfy coz this was during lunch and ppl were "watching". Whatever was left, Jaan took that to home with her for Himali and her Dadi.
In the evening I got a piece of cake that Himali had made herself and brought from Dairy Queen. I had 2-3 bites at school, but decided to have the rest at home. By the time we reached home, the ice-cream that it had in it had melted. It's in the freezer now :)
Jan 26, 2005
Jan 12, 2005
I am mad. Are you?
If you know me and if you have been around me you must have heard me say the words, "stupid americans." Yeah, I'm not very fond of America, don't have any enimity with the Americans, but I do say the two words. Actually, I will admit that Americans are not a bad flock. As a matter of fact they are very nice, but there are always a few rodents in every society.
What I read today on the website of Times of India made me angry as hell. I will not say anything, but will let you decide on your own what feelings you want to have towards this.
The article is titled, "US RJs abuse Indian girl, air tape on radio" -- READ IT!!
What I read today on the website of Times of India made me angry as hell. I will not say anything, but will let you decide on your own what feelings you want to have towards this.
The article is titled, "US RJs abuse Indian girl, air tape on radio" -- READ IT!!
Mogambo is no more
I was hearbroke after finding out that Amrish Puri expired. He was such a great actor! I'm not very fond of villians, but that dude was marvelous while performing such roles. Not only that, he was great in DDLJ and Chachi 420 also.
All the news articles I read have been saying the same things as well. A lot of people recognized him after the movie Mr. India in which he played the role of Mogambo. I remember, as a kid I was crazy about that movie. After all it was a children movie. But I also remeber that I, like many others, used to repeat his words, "Mogambo khush hua."
Yeah, man! I am gonna miss him. While reading the articles about this incident in school, I mentioned to Pavan that now I want to see all of his movies! I never realized that I liked him this much until yesterday.
Seriously, you don't know what something is worth until it's gone and in some cases forever.
what's preserved is the legacy...
what remains are the memories...
All the news articles I read have been saying the same things as well. A lot of people recognized him after the movie Mr. India in which he played the role of Mogambo. I remember, as a kid I was crazy about that movie. After all it was a children movie. But I also remeber that I, like many others, used to repeat his words, "Mogambo khush hua."
Yeah, man! I am gonna miss him. While reading the articles about this incident in school, I mentioned to Pavan that now I want to see all of his movies! I never realized that I liked him this much until yesterday.
Seriously, you don't know what something is worth until it's gone and in some cases forever.
what's preserved is the legacy...
what remains are the memories...
White snow in red desert?!
I was on the phone with nana when mom started yelling with utter excited, "there was a snowfall in UAE." I was shocked too. As soon as I was done talking to nana I went to her bedroom and started waiting with Hansag and mom to see the news about this unexpected happening. CNN is a crap news network though. After sitting there for about 5-10mins I said, "I'm tired of CNN!" and left. Looked up this topic online and found out that indeed there was a snow fall in the United Arab Emirates.
I hated what I discovered next. The article was dated December 30, 2004 and this f***ing CNN showed the news today. I never even heard about it!!
Anyways, just be amazed and read the article by yourself.
I hated what I discovered next. The article was dated December 30, 2004 and this f***ing CNN showed the news today. I never even heard about it!!
Anyways, just be amazed and read the article by yourself.
Jan 10, 2005
"encountering" a few known faces :-?
I have noticed that for the past few days when I look out the bus window while coming back home, I see faces that remind me of people I know from Xavier’s or GHP. I don’t know what’s going on. On Friday I saw a girl who resembled a junior of mine from Xavier’s. She was a bit chubby and went on to become a prefect her seventh grade year. I did not know her quite well though. I guess, we must have talked a couple of times, but I don’t remember anything about her. I think either her mother was a teacher at our school or she was related to our science sir (I can’t remember his name, but remember his face very clearly). I also saw someone who reminded me of Srishti. The list of Xavarian pals that I’ve been “encountering” is not as long as the GHP one though.
Another strange thing… last week (the day was Tuesday or Wednesday) I was missing Palms!! I really wanted to eat Palms food. I was looking a bit sad I guess, so Nirali asked me what the matter was. I told her I missed Palms, and made a depressing face. She asked me whether the food there was really good. The answer definitely was “no”, but man I miss it.
Quotes...
Got about 40 quotes from Schernekau. Liked a few...
Happy relationships depend not on finding the right person, but on being the right person. --Eric Butterworth
Your cannot discover new oceans until you have courage to lose sight of the shore. --Anonymous
You fear what you do not understand. --Anonymous
It is better to light a single candle that to curse the darkness. --Motto of the Christophers
The unexamined life is not worth living. --Socrates
No person has ever been honored for what he recieved. Honor has been a reward of what he gave. --Calvin Coolidge
Ask not what you can expect from life; ask what life expects from you. --Viktor Frankel
Everything and everyone around you is your teacher. --Ken Keyes
To be upset over what you don't have is to waste what you do have. --Ken Keyes
The mind can make a heaven into hell, or a hell into heaven. --John Milton
Happy relationships depend not on finding the right person, but on being the right person. --Eric Butterworth
Your cannot discover new oceans until you have courage to lose sight of the shore. --Anonymous
You fear what you do not understand. --Anonymous
It is better to light a single candle that to curse the darkness. --Motto of the Christophers
The unexamined life is not worth living. --Socrates
No person has ever been honored for what he recieved. Honor has been a reward of what he gave. --Calvin Coolidge
Ask not what you can expect from life; ask what life expects from you. --Viktor Frankel
Everything and everyone around you is your teacher. --Ken Keyes
To be upset over what you don't have is to waste what you do have. --Ken Keyes
The mind can make a heaven into hell, or a hell into heaven. --John Milton
Jan 9, 2005
Hindustan ki khushboo...
Today, nana-nani stepped foot on US soil again. Spent a month of total bhaag-daud in mera Bharat mahan. While sipping her tea, nani was telling us how she utilised each and every day there and did not let time slip away. On asking what places they visited, nani gave the names of cities that I have never even heard of.
I was only interested in the stories of Meerut. Uff, I miss all that so much. So, Divya Masi, Rimjhim Masi, and Rinki Masi came over. Venu, Mishkin, Chinku and Vasu udham macha rahe the. Of course Hansag and I were on the top of the list of people being missed like hell. They will be shocked to see me when I do go to India - long hair, college gal, a bit mature, a bit bachi...hehe!
Well, all the stories are yet to be heard. Nana-nani took off after having a cup of tea and a bit of guppe-baazi. We'll go to their house on the weekend. By then nani will sort out the stuff she got for us, which btw I'm very eager to see. The way she's telling me about the lahangaz and tops and movies (haye allah!), I can't really wait. But, sabr ka phal meetha hota hai. Oh my god, nani brought aam-paapad, and man oh man, I love sour stuff. :D
Nani also mentioned something about going to India over the summer. She suggested that we could also go. Let's see how that goes. I'm not very positive about his summer. One of the reasons is that I have to get ready for college. Another one is that, nana-nani won't be comfortable letting me go out with my Delhi friends, because they do not know them so well. Meerut and meeting all the relatives is something I'm looking forward to aswell, but I won't be able to get over the shock of not meeting my Xaverians.
I am not going to loose my sleep over this matter. For now, I'm just going to smile and make use of my imaginative sense to picturize what my cute grandparents did in my sweet-sweet des.
Oh! by the way, today I noticed that nana-nani look cute together. I was a bit surprised because the word "cute" never ever came close to my vocabulary for parent figures. Afterall it's a word teenagers useto talk about their crushes and friends who are a couple. I also noticed nana looking at nani chori-chori while sipping his tea. Mashallah, that was a wow moment. :D
I was only interested in the stories of Meerut. Uff, I miss all that so much. So, Divya Masi, Rimjhim Masi, and Rinki Masi came over. Venu, Mishkin, Chinku and Vasu udham macha rahe the. Of course Hansag and I were on the top of the list of people being missed like hell. They will be shocked to see me when I do go to India - long hair, college gal, a bit mature, a bit bachi...hehe!
Well, all the stories are yet to be heard. Nana-nani took off after having a cup of tea and a bit of guppe-baazi. We'll go to their house on the weekend. By then nani will sort out the stuff she got for us, which btw I'm very eager to see. The way she's telling me about the lahangaz and tops and movies (haye allah!), I can't really wait. But, sabr ka phal meetha hota hai. Oh my god, nani brought aam-paapad, and man oh man, I love sour stuff. :D
Nani also mentioned something about going to India over the summer. She suggested that we could also go. Let's see how that goes. I'm not very positive about his summer. One of the reasons is that I have to get ready for college. Another one is that, nana-nani won't be comfortable letting me go out with my Delhi friends, because they do not know them so well. Meerut and meeting all the relatives is something I'm looking forward to aswell, but I won't be able to get over the shock of not meeting my Xaverians.
I am not going to loose my sleep over this matter. For now, I'm just going to smile and make use of my imaginative sense to picturize what my cute grandparents did in my sweet-sweet des.
Oh! by the way, today I noticed that nana-nani look cute together. I was a bit surprised because the word "cute" never ever came close to my vocabulary for parent figures. Afterall it's a word teenagers useto talk about their crushes and friends who are a couple. I also noticed nana looking at nani chori-chori while sipping his tea. Mashallah, that was a wow moment. :D
Jan 7, 2005
Tsunami opinion article
Washington read an article to us today - an opinion article from the Wall Street Journal. (Read it here)
The author of the article states a very valid point. Why collect and donate billions of dollars to countries hit by the tsunami when the same money could be utilized here in the US? The question is very easy and straightforward, but so is the answer.
One of the reasons that the United States of America has given $350 million dollars in aid is that this nation is a world power. A number of the south Asian nations are not economically capable enough to cope with this natural disaster. By helping them United States (and other nations, for example Japan who donated $500 million dollars) are coming in the international eye and are being praised for their kind-heartedness.
The author of the article states a very valid point. Why collect and donate billions of dollars to countries hit by the tsunami when the same money could be utilized here in the US? The question is very easy and straightforward, but so is the answer.
One of the reasons that the United States of America has given $350 million dollars in aid is that this nation is a world power. A number of the south Asian nations are not economically capable enough to cope with this natural disaster. By helping them United States (and other nations, for example Japan who donated $500 million dollars) are coming in the international eye and are being praised for their kind-heartedness.
Jan 5, 2005
Back to School (Spring 2005)
I’m not quit ready for school yet. Yesterday we did not do much (1st day), but even then I was not interested in the very minimum that we did do. For the past two days, I’ve only been taking notes and observing what people around me are doing and saying (mostly teachers). I’m finding faults in almost everything. I was going to write about my observations but I don’t remember them anymore.
Am I losing myself? I did not use to forget stuff, what’s happening now? Could it be because I do not interact with people anymore? Or because I do not step outside the house? Or because friends… ???
"Brains Shutting Down" --schernekau, jan04
Schernekau mentioned yesterday that if people don’t do something then something happens and somehow their brain does something and something, something, something. I cannot remember what the hell she said, I can’t even state it in my own words! But, I do remember that I listened to her very carefully and agreed with her point.
The same is happening with me. My mind is not as sharp as it used to be. At least so it seems. Hmmm… the conclusion is, I got to start utilizing this thing that’s inside my head.
"Illegal Immigrants" --economics with dees, jan05
I don’t like Dees’s face (dunno why). I can’t think of a reason, but I hate him. It could be possible that I forgot, but who knows. Anyways, today was the first day of Economics. Half way through the lecture the issue of illegal immigrants taking up jobs came up. He repeated the same words he used to recite in Government.
“Do you know how many illegals are estimated to be in the US?”
He went to the board and wrote “10.”
Somebody asked, “10?”
Dees laughed and said, “No! Not 10!! 10 million!!!”
Everybody laughed and he started reciting again, “Nobody wants to do the work they do. If somehow all of these 10 million people were to disappear, we would not be able to fill all the jobs that they leave behind. Who will build our houses? Who will cut the pizza at CiCi’s? If today, they are earning $7/hour in the United States and think that they are better off here. What do you think they might have left behind? Nothing!!”
I listened to him carefully and cameup with only one word – “Everything!”
"How The Blogger Feels" --geetali sharma urf kishu, jan05
I don’t know about illegals. Maybe they really don’t want to go back to their countries, maybe they don’t care about all that they did leave behind, and maybe the sight of money has taken away their senses. But… ME, MYSELF, and I… I love my India!
We are very well-off here. Got everything! Air conditioning in summers, heating in winters, well paying jobs to buy and own everything – big screen TV, microwave, oven, mixer-&-grinder, stereo, desktops, laptops, cars – excellent public schools with free education, teachers who don’t give a zero for being absent or not doing the hw. Every materialistic thing possible! But, where’s Diwali? Where’s Holi? Where are the celebrations for Eid and Mahavir Jayanti? Where are the roads where kids play and get off whenever a car approaches? Neighbors you actually know and who look after your kids? Public transport? Markets on every nukkad? Places you can walk to? Friends that are like you and understand you? Life you can live???
I don’t care about materials, I care about feelings. I don’t care about my wants, I care about my needs. and… I NEED MY INDIA!
"The Nursing Home Deal" --schernekau, jan05
Today in class Schernekau said, “It is estimated that within the next 50year all of the oil resources of the world will run out. I don’t need to be worrying about it because I’ll be in a nursing home by then, but you do!” I did not worry about running out off all the oil. What caught my attention was her saying the stuff about living in a nursing home.
First, I thought is that what I’m going to do with my parents? The answer came out to be, “NO!” Why would I? How can I? Then, I thought is this was my kids are going to do with me? This time the answer was, “Who knows.” Waise bhi, it’s a long way from here.
It’s not like such things don’t happen in India, of course they do. I don’t know of any, but that’s a different story. Schernekau’s dialogue amazed me. I mean, she said it so smoothly, with no hesitations whatsoever. I wonder if I’d ever be able to say it like her.
“Parents Vs. Kids” --i pondered over this after thinking about the above mentioned
Anuj bhai completed his undergrad in April/May 2004. His plan was to work for an year, earn a good amount of money and then go to grad school. Nana suggested to start his master’s right away and not worry about the money ’cause Ritu Masi and MausaJi have enough.
I always wonder… why parents expect their kids to expect financial assistance from them. Why are parents always willing to do so much when probably a nursing home is their final destination in this mortal world. Anuj and Neeraj bhai would not do this (of course!), but I’m talking in general.
Personally, I want to be independent. I want to pay for my own education. Not because I’m ignorant, not because I don’t love my parents, not coz I want to break away from my family, not coz I’m “becoming an American,” but because then the education will mean more to me. I’ll try to make the best of my hard earned money. Somehow I feel that a lot of the desi parents don’t understand this.
Another thing I don’t understand is that what’s the big deal with not living at home. Can’t they understand that home won’t do any good. I’m sorry, but I believe in my own personal experiences and I’m not going to go by what others felt. Life’s too short. I’ve been living on this earth for almost 18 years and I still don’t know who the hell I am. How am I to discover myself if I’m protected under the “desi-parent law.” I love to fly and I will not tolerate being imprisoned!
"Kill The Cell Phone" --shirley, jan05
Vaishnavi’s cell phone went off in the beginning of class. We were just talking about random stuff. After hearing the ring everybody started talking extremely loudly. Shirley, on the other hand, with the cute smile on this chubby little face, walked up to the cupboard, got the toolbox and pulled out a hammer.
Jan 2, 2005
Tsunami Aid
This is a website where you can donate money to help those who are affected by the Tsunami wave. Please, take a little while to donate something. Even your very minimum will help those who have lost everything of theirs to this natural disaster.
Relief and Rehabilitation Contribution Form
https://www.aidindia.org/aidadmin/DonateToRRF.jsp
Relief and Rehabilitation Contribution Form
https://www.aidindia.org/aidadmin/DonateToRRF.jsp
Jan 1, 2005
Happy New Year!
Wishing everybody a sparkling and a prosperous new year filled with colors and beautiful memories.
Geetali Sharma
Geetali Sharma
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