Remembering 2010 ..!!

Time passes leaving memories forever. 2010 was another such page added to the book of my life, which I would like to read again and again. It all started with bidding a nice farewell to 2009. On the very first day of this year, we made a trip to Mysore, in the mid-year around, we made a trip to Nandi Hills and towards the end, we had a blast at Munnar. All the trips were awesome, special in their own unique way. Apart from those, small outings, movies and get-together were always on were cards. My birthday in 2010 (both official and real) were the best ones ever! Thanks to all the people who made those days special for me! Not only mine, we actually made a point to celebrate everyone's birthday in a unique way. After all they are the ones for whom our stay in Bangalore is enjoyable!

Professionally, 2010 is worth remembering as I completed my first year in the corporate. This part of my life can be characterized in a positive way. I got opportunities to learn more, work under stress and even work alone. All the hurdles I met only paved my way through. In the meantime, my corporate contacts also increased. I am glad that I have been able to work with some of the most gifted resources in my office. Every word they speak always makes sense. I had a remarkable time working with them! Their encouragement and support always kept me at ease. They instilled in me the confidence and made me realize my potential. There were some people who made me smile when times were tough. Not mentioning their names would be doing injustice to them. They are Vipin, Ashish, Shirish, Shipra, Vivek, Niraj, Somesh, Sneha, Sunaina, Sreemayee, Preeti and Gopi. Thanks all of you for simply being there! Not only in my job, I also excelled in my writing and the whole credit goes to Anunaya. Thanks a lot for introducing me into this freelance writing. I am enjoying it through! It has given me a platform to write, what I have always loved. Hopefully, beginning with this, I may go farther and chase my dreams!

Besides, 2010 was special for my family too. My dear cousin-cum-friend (Putul Apa) tied her nuptial knot and started a new life! I wish her all the world's happiness on this last day of the year. Lala Bhai's shifting from US to India was another milestone in 2010. That change was instrumental in keeping me connected with Bangalore. It always feels nice to be with family and last year most of my times were spent with them. Trip to home was unforgettable, had a wonderful time with family and good old friends, life was beautiful! My Chuku also graduated from her higher secondary to grad school and her life is on a completely new track as well. Hope all good things keep coming her way and she is blessed with all the joys and happiness. One more change last year saw was keeping Me and Reshma together, after almost a year! She did stay for a small period of time but has definitely left me with loads of memories. I won't ever forget our Friday night madness and all those fun watching movies or our simple talks. The JITMians did rock in 2010. Our all time fav companions in these were Apu, Pragnya, Ritu, Amit, Shiv, Riyaz, Lisha, Ajit, Arun, Rakesh, Soni, Santosh, Rudra, Sitakant, Yuvraj (non-Nessian) and Anunay (one non-JITMian). Thanks buddies for all those fun moments!

Specifically looking into my life, 2010 will forever remain special! Overall it was neither too good nor too bad. My approach towards the various events have changed. If something good happens, it goes into my memories list and if it is the other way then it is a lesson for lifetime! I am glad for this positive way of mine... I now look towards life in a more realistic way. There is maturity in my thoughts now (although, I don't want to showcase them ;)). Every day taught me more about all good and bad and how to live life with them and changed my perceptions. I got some people who came into my life and changed it forever... some people who know all ups and downs about me but are still with me. Bonding between all my relations became stronger, let it be in my family or among friends or in colleagues. For all those reasons, known and unknown, 2010 will be ever cherished by me!


When nails are growing; we cut our nails, not fingers. Similarly, when ego starts rising; we should cut ego, not relations..!!

Munnar Mania ..!!

A road trip to Munnar on Christmas eve was placed on our cards long back... almost a month before! Long chain of mails containing the plans and proceedings were instrumental in lifting our spirits and I was particularly excited because I always wanted to be there! Finally the D day arrived and we (Me, Ashish, Shirish, Vipin, Arathi, Jahnavi, Sanjeev, Gopi, Sreemayee, Manpreet, Yuvraj and Soujanya) were all set for the trip. The trip was good but it became exciting when we reached the Ghats of Munnar. They were terrific! Sharp turned and twisted roads and the whole place covered with hills and forests.. the view was simply fabulous. We reached at the resort by 11:00 AM. I completely fell in love with that place. It was nothing but a dream come true for me! Staying in a cottage in a place quite close to nature with waterfalls, rocks, mountains, camp fire... it had almost everything that I always wanted in my dream land! Seriously speaking, I didn't feel like going out of the resort itself although there were many places to be covered in just two days. We had a very warm and cozy time around the fire... playing Antakshari, Dumb Charade and many more chit-chats and I must say, those conversations will remain with me forever! Night was chilling and of course enjoyable. The next morning, we went for a sight seeing trip. Waterfalls are always a beauty! Then we went for an elephant ride and that was so so scary... but a wonderful experience! After that, we left for Mattupetty Dam for the purpose of boating and all but it rained and thankfully it did, else we would have missed the best view of the place. The foggy, misty environment was adding to the beauty of the place. We took some pics.. including some where the nature was at its best. Those were the moments which won't be experienced frequently... they are to be captured... so that we can revisit them as and when we feel! With loads of dancing, singing, merry making, fun and memories, we returned back to our work place... all juvenile and looking forward for a good entry into the new year. Let's see what is there in store!


Beautiful quote on the wall of a cinema hall, "one day your entire life will be like a movie in flashback, you just need to make sure that it is worth watching"!

A Comeback ..!!

Home trip was great! Had a very nice time with friends and family. Good old memories were refreshed and had a very very nice home-time, lying on the bed watching the idiot box the whole day, ignoring Mom's scoldings :) Stay in Puri was equally good, meeting cousins and school buddies, food and everything... was just wonderful. With all those moments and fun filled events, my Diwali celebration came to an end and it was time to come back to my work place.

I have often heard people saying that Bangalore is a very nice place and blah blah but I really don't know why I don't like this place that much! I like its beauty and the environment, climate and almost everything but as a whole, I don't feel like staying here! As of now, I don't find much options on my cards and have to stay here anyhow at least for 2-3 years!

All the same, I know this time will also pass away leaving me with loads and tons of memories and experiences and I really look forward for the same! I have already started taking up new tasks which I believe suits me well... writing, reading and dreaming! Let's see, this leads me where. With this beautiful thought in my mind, I have decided to spare some of my time for this blog space of mine... which has seen me through all my evens and odds. I need to make sure that I make a chronicle of all the events in my life.. so that in future I can always rely upon my blog and cherish all the good old times I have!


Only few loving hearts can easily identify some little lies in your smile and some more truth in your tears. Never let them go from your life!