Nishas world and baby Alisha

The very fancy and pricey hospital i underwent treatment for more than a year is burnt, turned into a death trap for patients who went there to heal... the patients chocked to death by toxic fumes... negligence from staff, docs... passing by the hosp area will always give me shivers remembering this devastating disaster that occurred in my city... praying for strength and peace to the deceased and their families...

I'd like to wish a very Happy Independence Day, to all the Indians worldwide. Once again, the country will be rejoicing its independence since 1947. As every time, when i write a short post regarding this day, today i will be following up on its history and the celebrations. Its a day to be proud of after all. Jai Hind........ you might also want to read about my school days Independence Day celebrations

The flag which was hoisted when India won its Independence in 1947 is hoisted since then and is an essential part of the ceremony which takes place in the capital of the country, Delhi, every year followed by a delivery of speech from our respected prime minister. The years achievements and the future developments are part of their speech. Along with the prime minister who will pay his tribute to the freedom fighters of our nation tomorrow, i would also like to pay my humble tribute to our great matrys and freedom fighters for it is them, that we are able to see an independent India today. Those fighters who fought and sacrificed their lives in order to save future generations from the rule of the British in India. Its a day of pride and joy in our hearts....











At the red fort, Delhi, the VIPS and its commoners, will gather together to take part in the ceremonies. The hoisting of the Indian flag, the singing of the national anthem as the flag is being hoisted, the followed by the PM's speech, and a perfect parade by officers and jawans. The main and major attraction is here.....

Its also a pleasure to watch the flag hoisting ceremonies and cultural programs which are organised in great enthusiasm in individual school premises, offices and even locally across the country. Sweets are given out, kites soar in the sky, jets color the sky with the tricolors, as part of celebrations and rejoicing. Buildings of importance are decorated. Celebrations are held by local committee members or respective members of particular schools and offices.







India attained freedom from the grip of British domination and rule back in the 1940's. The tryst of destiny was a speech read out by the then prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru on the stoke on midnight of 15th august 1947, to which India's Independence was declared. The struggle for Indian independence began with the colonialization of India by Europeans. They came to India as traders but over the period of time they rose to power took control of Indian affairs. British occupied most parts of India whereas Portuguese and French also had their influence on few places The first uprising which is noted in the history of independence of India took place in 1857. This first war of Indian independence, was termed as a mutiny by the British. Although not a success, this revolt sowed the seed for a new force, which was to take this struggle to its rightful end. As British oppression strengthened so did the urge to attain the freedom from it. This urge found voice in form of many great leaders such as Subhash Chandra Bose, Lala Lajpat Rai, Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, Khudiram Bose, Ram Prasad Bismil,Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to name a few. These great patriots along with a lot unnamed freedom fighters sacrificed their lives for the cause of the nation. Independence from the British rule was the sole aim of their lives. This dream of millions of Indians was realized when finally India got freedom on August 15, 1947. The joy of independence brought along with it the grief of partition! The country was divided into two parts – India and Pakistan. Pakistan assumed August 14 as its independence day whereas August 15 was declared the independence day for India.

Raksha Bandhan also known as Rakhi Day is around the corner in India. Its a celebration being one with the family, a celebration between brothers and sisters in the hindu custom. The sister ties a thread on her brothers wrist and the brother gifts her a token apart from a promise of security and protection. Well though i am not a hindu but i also do tie a Rakhi (a scared tread of love) on my brother to show him how much i love and care for him.

Some Raksha Bandhan messages i found on a site... maybe you would like to pick up to let your sister or brother know how much you love and care for them too?


From Sister To Brother
Sky is blue, feel this hue, my love is for you Bhaiya…always true. Loads of good wishes for Raksha Bandhan
Dear brother I am lucky to have you but. You are even luckier you have got me.
You must have a sister as she is the best companion for fun. And you can always blame her for the mischief you have done.
I can never forget the day in my life when you not only helped me in making a correct decision but also convinced Mamma and Papa in my favor. It was only you who helped me go for the training of journalism. When people say I am doing well I always remember you. You have given me most precious gift, my career, in turn of all my Rakhis.
I remember when I was young but old enough to realize the importance of Raksha Bandhan, I cried a lot on the day of Rakhi as I had none to tie a Rakhi to. I prayed before Lord Krishna for a brother and I got you on the very day of Rakhi. So thanks, you have made my Rakhi double special.
Mere bhai ka aur mera rishta... Kabhi khattaa Kabhi meethaa... Kabhi hasna Kabhi rona…Kabhi roothna Kabhi manana…Kabhi Pyaar Kabhi gussa…Kabhi dosti Kabhi jhagda…Koi kare bhi to kare kya... Ye rishta hai hi Anokhaa…
God could not take care for the whole world so he has given mothers to each family. In the same way mother could not take care for the whole part of our life, so she had given brothers. Thanks for being my brother.
From Brother To Sister
I long for the day through the year that you so ceremoniously tie rakhi on my wrist and pray for my well being. Dear Sis, I wish that our bond grows stronger everyday.
Dear sister I just wanted you to know that it means a lot to have a wonderful sister like you. Thanks for the treasure of all the sweet memories that you have given me. Having a sister is same as having a lifelong friend.
Neither can I tell nor can you imagine what you are for me. But I can tell you when I need a pillar of strength, It's you… It's you…It's you…
When the world goes dark, Stars are there…When the journey breaks up, Hope is there…When the entire world is vanished, And you feel left alone…Tilt your head and look beside you, Will bring you comfort feeling of Care and affection molds on you, As your Brother is always beside you to pour the special love and affection forever…HAPPY RAKSHA BANDHAN
I really cherish the life we have lived together. You have taught me the meaning and pleasure of sharing. In childhood I used to eat even your chocolates but you always shared your things with me. Now I realize I have been a bad brother. But I know that you love chocolates so this time only chocolates as your Rakhi gift

Mumbai serial blasts has seen the country in shock again a few days ago as terror stuck 3 crowded places in the city. The last time the city was attacked was in 2008 with The Taj Hotel blown up by rebels, and this again it seemed a repeat, a attempt to terrorize the city and the country once again. The city was badly shaken up with the blasts and lots of people lost their lives that day. Now, though am not from the city but watching the news was enough to scare me! I've also got friends and relatives living there and was of course worried for them... later was relieved when i found out my people were safe, but i was kind of grieving for those that were killed. They were innocent, and though i wont want to pen my thoughts about the suspected, the rebels, i would rather pray for the innocent. I give my condolences to the families who have lost their loves ones and pray God gives them the strength to face the Evil that has befallen them. India does want answers... will they ever be answered!??

I will surely update the details once i've researched enough...

She's finally in the Big Boss 4 house, and that's Pamela Anderson, the Baywatch and Playboy girl! She entered into the house wearing a white sari, bangles, and a bindi, while she left her beautiful blonde hair open. She looked extremely ravishing in that Indian getup! I remember her in the movie barbwire and her oomph factor hasn't lessened at all even at 42. The next and first day in the big boss house, she wore a bring orange sarong, swept the floors and helped in watching vessels. She was so cooperative and tried her best to understand what the others were discussing even though it was hindi they were speaking in, and poor pam, all she knew was 'namaste and shukriya', but later she showed great keenness to learn Hindi. People greet with a namaste and shukriya means 'thank you'. But well, she was so sweet and went out her way to praise another inmate who was a little weak in english, telling him that he speaks english much better than what she knew about hindi.

Taking part in the fun activities, she danced to our Bollywood's very popluar number "dhak, dhak" with other female inmates Sweta, Veena, Sarah and Seema. OMG, i was so glued on to my screen b'coz the song actually features bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit (my all time fav) dancing to her best who is also the lead actress in the movie 'Beta' also starring Anil Kapoor. I always thought no one could beat Madhuri but Pam did a great job with her western cum desi moves, and i think she had left the other female inmates conscious about how they danced according to TV actress Sweta Tiwari's conversation with bhojpuri star Manoj Tiwari. We saw envious looks on Inmate Sarah Khan and veena Malik's face! haha... while Ashmit Patel and Hrishant Goswami tried their best to impress our foreign guest.

It's her first time in India and she's here for a reason, to spread awareness, and was welcomed very, very warmly to India, it seems, with all the excitement at the airport. But i guess the Bay watch star didn't know what was coming for her when she reached with all the hulla and commotion created by the gathered crowd waiting to get a glimpse of her. Or maybe she knew, after all its India and India is where commotion can be created for just about anything! I guess everyone was just too excited... haha... but India is truly a very warm and hospitable country to its foreign guests, and am proud of it and proud to be part of it.

I was watching a show on television few hours ago on colors channel, and couldn't help but be delightfully amazed by the performances. This was a talent show where participants show off their skills in the presence of a live audience and 3 judges. This couple went grooving on the floor like flexible barbie dolls and i must say, hats of to the lifts they handled amazingly and exceptionally well. The hair on my hands stood, watching these two dance as every move had a twist, and with every move my heart almost skipped a beat. Lol.. i got so inspired, i picked up my three year old Alisha and tried the lifts with her. Luckily it turned out well! I wish the video is posted on you-tube, and you should watch it too as it was so internationally performed. I'll post it later once it out.

I didn't know we also had amazing rappers in India and the judges also seemed oblivious to Indian rappers. Hmmm... India is full talents and i'm proud to be an Indian! Jai hind! :)

We are once again celebrating Independence day. Its India's 63rd Independence Day today, August 15, 2010. Since 1947, every year India celebrates this day to commemorate the end of British rule in India and its Independence. We are truly a proud nation and our pride and glory derives from the sacrifices by our freedom fighters to make us an independent nation today. We tribute them, as we celebrate with great enthusiasm. Jai Hind!


"Long years ago we made a tryst with destiny, and now the time comes when we will redeem our pledge, not wholly or in full measure, but very substantially. At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom. A moment comes, which comes but rarely in history, when we step out from the old to the new, when an age ends and when the soul of a nation, long suppressed, finds utterance.... We end today a period of ill fortune, and India discovers herself again."

- Jawaharlal Nehru
(Speech on Indian Independence Day, 1947)

The monsoons have returned in most places and so has the H1n1 flu, in countries like India. H1n1 vaccines are available to protect yourself from its threat so parents should't delay and get their kids vaccinated and also take precautions by other methods, by washing hands thoroughly, covering ones mouth while sneezing or coughing and avoid crowded places. The moisture in the monsoon air is a good breeding ground to the virus and already many fatalities have been reported from different cities in India.

The countries first indigenous intra-nasal vaccine was launched in Mumbai this year in July. The nasal vaccine will help the person stay protected for a year or two and will cost you RS/160 for a shot. It is tested and safe with hardly any major side effects, for children, young and old. However, it could hardly be effective to people with weak immunity, pregnant women or infants as these groups are most vulnerable to the H1n1 virus. Good news is that a new anti-swine flu vaccine meant for children below 3 will hit the market in 2 or 3 months. My friends, stay safe and protect your families too :)

I was expecting it would rain heavily today when i would able to enjoy the evening showers in harmony swaying to my music, but, the sun came up and spoiled my plans! hehe.. okay, actually yesterday it rained like cats and dogs for a while and before that there were thunders, as loud as maybe, nothing else i heard. I jumped from my place and ran to close my doors but the storm was tough, seems like i was being pushed and being ill, i could'nt handle the breeze all the more. Sand from the pathway blew blown into the house. God, it was too much to handle, but then luckily it started raining and the storm subsided. I was wondering what would be the state of the people on the roads. I know how it feels to get stuck in stormy rains! anyway, i sat down to enjoy the rains which had already turned to drizzles by then :(... so i was dying for it to rain today!


Along with enthusiasm for the rains, i am also excited for the mangoes which are in season. It's a belief that you should eat mangoes only after the first or second showers so that by then the heat from the mangoes would be alleviated and safe to eat or else, one would get boils and sores. Here in India the varieties are huge. In West Bengal the state when i live we can find the following varieties like West Bengal Bombai, Himsagar, Kishan Bhog, Langra.. lol.. funny names, i know! But you cant beat the juicy mangoes you get in India :)

I'm sorry this was a draft supposed to be posted yesterday, i forgot to! :(... it was cloudy today, lets see if it rains :)

I remember the other day one of our city's old heritage buildings, constructed about 150 years ago was blazing on fire and the sight was pretty frightful as people were even throwing themselves from the top floors to save themselves. actually the steps had also burned being wooden so the people couldn't get out from there. rescue men tried their best to save a lot of employees who worked at the building while the firemen did their part of trying to douse the fire out.

Of course i never got to see all this in person but on tv, and it was the breaking news as i switched my tele on. i felt quite sad for the people who unfortunately lost their lives that day as had their been proper fire security in the building this mishap wouldn't have happened. The Stephen Court, located in the heart of the city, houses the iconic 100-year-old Flury's confectionery house and a large music store called Music World and several other offices. Flurys closed for few days. Now its Easter Sunday two days from now, hope the area is once again livened as it always is with people flocking to best restaurants out there!

Two days more, and Valentines day will move many hearts closer to one another. Some may find new love, while some may get their broken love reconciled, but most of all the coupled and those deeply in love shall find themselves even deeper involved through exchanging precious gifts, spending romantic dinners, etc. Its a day lovers dedicate themselves to their partners. Having said all that, though we link it only to romance, people forget that is is a day that is also celebrated by families along with their children, teachers and friends. I call this as valentines day beyond lovers, which means that anyone can express love and affection to one another. Though courting and married couples make it to the top list, our children are not left far behind. They are the most excited of the lot and plan on gifting parents, friends and teachers flowers, chocolates and whatever little of anything to express love in a way they understand 'valentines day' best.

My kiddies are excited too. "Mummy, we will buy a cake, balloons and decorations for valentine day"!! hehe.. My Aryan(my elder son of 9) is already anticipating valentines day with great hopes so i cant refuse, and plan to have a family day this year. My little Alisha(3 years) dreams about cutting the cake more than anything! haha.. My husband and myself can always slip out for the movies on a another make-believe of valentines day :-)

Though India isn't backward in celebrating like other countries but only if we could do it peace! The roads are filled with protesters attempting to disrupt traffic by shouting hate 'valentines day' slogans or burning effigies of, god knows what all. If they don't succeed in the banning of cards beforehand, they attempt barging into card galleries to put all the cards and gifts shopping to a halt on the main day and all because they do not want any 'Valentines day' type of influential nature to spoil our youth. That already made me laugh umpteenth times and i will still laugh while watching the drama on news channels even this year! I say this is ridiculous and as leaders they are making a fool of themselves, no one else. They should realize love is so important to express so as to fill in gaps between hearts, and countries too! What examples are their giving their children when they should teach them to love, oh, and not the romantic way obviously, but love filled with affection. A three letter word such as, "I love you" can have several tones and the one for a teacher, parent, sibling or friend couldn't be more affectionate. This year don't leave your kids out of your valentine day celebrations.. am doing the same.. You decide you want to make your little boys or girls valentines or better still, you and daddy can be theirs!!... :-)

Yesterday India celebrated Republic day, which is one of the three national holidays of India. India celebrates this day to commemorate the replacement of the Government of India Act by the Constitution of India. To mark the importance of this occasion the prime minister lays a wreath at a memorial near India Gate followed by a 2 minute silence in memory of martyrs who died fighting for our country during the movement. He then joins the president where the former will hoist the national flag while the Our National Anthem is played. A gun salute is given as well. Then begins the parade which is the finest part, and as a child it always fascinated and i even watched the broadcasting on television every year. The army, navy and air force lead the march past followed by the vibrant displays of culture represented by diverse states and regions of India.

Am sure the images above proven how fine our men are! Happy Belated Republic Day India. I hope one day we are able to attain the true independence in our hearts.

The day terror struck Mumbai, 26/11/08, the rest of India was horrified to watch the dramatic firing and blazing fire scenes on Television. The struggle to douse out the raging fire inside Taj Hotel(not Taj Mahal) and destroy the hardcore, highly trained, and motivated guerrillas who had intruded into India from 'Pak' continued for hours and hours by our National Security Guard commando's, and terrified India watched angrily. We had heavy hearts hearing news that some hostages had been killed brutally under the step by step orders from their trainers. They were equipped and even asked what to eat, drink and how to kill the hostages! It seemed they were just used to strike terror in India by Master minds in 'Pak'. The taped conversations revealed it all and India shook up more..

I cant write much about the tragedy the city faced as it is quite disturbing and might disturb you too. Take a look at the pics, and let us all pray for the victims.. may their souls RIP and give their families strength as one year nears. There will be a remembrance programme held near the Taj and all are welcome..

India will be celebrating Diwali in one days time and the city is all geared up for the festival of lights! Every street is dressed up in pretty lanterns and lights, every home is being cleaned and decorated with rangoli, diyas, lamps and candles.

Its a five-day long festival, each day being significant in its own terms which you will understand when you read all the info about this holy festival through the link above.

Am familiar with most of the Diwali customs out of which these three really make me feel good :-)


Rangoli is a traditional and holi ritual, a colorful art which the women decorate on their door steps, and the main purpose on Diwali is to welcome the goddess Lakshmi who is also called the goddess of wealth. She is worshiped with immense devotion, and she in return blesses her devotees with prosperity and wealth.


No festival is incomplete without sweets and traditional delicacies and Diwali too, which is usually celebrated with lighted skies, crackers, sparklers and other fireworks, cant be imagined without sweets, as there is a custom to exchange sweets to the friends and neighbors.

Rockets, christmas trees, sparklers, ground wheel known as charka, diyas and lighed streets etc etc.. they all add to the festivities and sure light up the skies along with excitement and thrill of children, and adults too!

Have a happy and safe Diwali with these do's and dont's tips..


Photo and below content courtesy: Timesofindia

The Do’s:

- Before bursting fire crackers, look for an open space and ensure there are no combustible and inflammatory things around. If so remove them at once

- Always buy fire works from licensed and reliable sellers

- Keep small children away from the bursting area

- Use a sparkler, agarbatti (incense stick) or a long fire wood to light a cracker as they keep you at a safe distance and do not possess a naked flame

- Read the label on the crackers and follow the instructions carefully

- While igniting aerial fire works like rockets ensure that they are not facing any opening like an open window, door or an open building which may cause fire accidents

- Keep fireworks stock away while lighting a particular firework

- Wear footwear while lighting fireworks

- Keep a bucket full of water handy

- Be prepared for emergency

- Organize a community display of fireworks rather than individuals handling crackers

- Keep first aid and buckets of water handy. In the event of fire, extinguish flame by pouring water from the buckets. Every major fire is small when it starts

- Light only one firework at a time, by one person. Others should watch from a safe distance

- In case of burns, pour large quantity of water on the affected area

- In case of major burns, after extinguishing the fire, remove all smouldering clothes. Wrap the victim in a clean bed sheet

- The patient should be taken to a burns specialist or a major hospital. Don’t panic

- In case of eye burns, wash the eye with tap water for 10 minutes and take the victim to a hospital

The Don’ts:

- Do not wear nylon clothes. Prefer cottons while bursting crackers

- Strictly avoid using matches and lighters for bursting crackers as they have open flames that can be dangerous

- Never ignite aerial fireworks (like rockets) if there is any overhead obstruction present like trees and wires

- Never ever leave a lit match, agarbatti (incense stick) or sparkler near unused crackers

- Never experiment with crackers or make your own fire works

- Avoid bursting fire works on roads

- Never ever light a cracker in your hand. See to it that you put it down and ignite it

- Don’t keep your face close to the cracker while trying to light it

- Do not throw fire works at people

- Never give any firework item to small children

- Never try to burst crackers indoors or from inside a vehicle

- Do not have fire works in your pocket while igniting another

- Do not tend to burst crackers when some one else is trying to ignite one

- When crackers take time or do not ignite immediately, do not indulge in trying to burst them. Rush to a safe place immediately. Throw some water to diffuse them

- Never try to light used fireworks

- Do not ignite fireworks in any container

- Do not approach immediately the misfired fireworks

- Do not tamper with misfired fireworks

- Do not wear loose, hanging clothes. Secure all clothes properly

- Do not apply any cream or ointment or oil on burnt area

So Mumbai is gearing up after that big attack which created huge havoc in the city few weeks ago, and fear in the hearts and minds of the mumbaikars. Not only Mumbai city but i think the whole of India is facing the same fear, who knows, anytime and anywhere? But what are the biggies(you know who?) doing about this? There was so much of pain everywhere, so many innocent deaths and for no reason were they targeted. What did they do to encounter an unruly death they couldn't have even imagined while stepping out of their homes. Its really very sad, and while watching the news on TV, my eyes watered in utmost fear and sadness at the mission being carried out to finish the enemy. It was very scary, yet touching to watch our armed forces handle the dangerous mission so fearlessly. No words can compare!

It is obviously noticed in recent times, India is being targeted like hell. Why? Is there no one to solve the much needed crucial matters instead of fighting like cats and dogs in the house of the speakers. One should watch them behaving like kids, which is definitely unacceptable and stupidity on their parts. They need to be discussing how to keep the city secure instead of poking into their own personal affairs. We, the ordinary people have to buck up and carry out safely measures on our own. Just like how Mandira Bedi, a celeb of the big and small screen lashed out and said that "we shouldn't pay our taxes when we aren't given security of our lives, we should do something for our safely first" How true??

Mumbai is home to the biggies, and is known as the city that never sleeps! I think the city is gathering their wits and courage to face reality and gear up for the festive season. The Taj, the same hotel where the bloody siege took place, has reopened since three weeks of the terror. Though people are trying, there will always be a fear in the heart, but for now, lets pray for the victims and mat rays whose lives were taken three weeks ago and hope the city is back to normal once again.

Its India's Independence day today, the 15th of august and the whole of our nation will be singing Jana Gana Mana.. our national anthem. This day, always brings back memories of my school when I day functions used to be one of the most awaited day by students and teachers. For me, the practice sessions before the main day used to be fun, actually.. we were able to bunk classes and have so much fun! hehe.. Once the day arrived, the flag hoisting ceremony took place followed by our march past and other performances and programmes. Then sweets, samosas, jelebies etc were handed out to all the students of our school. Special lunch used to be served to the boarders and i was one of them.. but then we also had to bid our practice sessions a tearful good bye! Because that meant no more bunking! hehe.. but i wouldn't encourage bunking classes, ever.. i really miss the good old days terribly:)

India celebrates this day to mark the freedom of our country from the British rule. Delhi will be joining in the hoisting of the Indian flag after which there will be a speech by our beloved prime minister followed by cultural programs. Being a national holiday there will also be hoisting of flags across the country by seniors of each areas community.

India remembers its freedom fighters and their contributions towards our Independence. Today, we stand a free and proud nation.. HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY, everyone:)

NATIONAL ANTHEM OF INDIA

" Jana Gana Mana Adhinayaka Jaya He
Bharat Bhagya Vidhata
Punjab Sindh Gujarat Maratha
Dravida Utkala Banga
Vindhya Himachal Yamuna Ganga
Ucchala Jaladhi Taranga
Tubh Shubha Name Jage
Tubh Shubha Ashisha Mange
Gahe Tubh Jaya Gata
Jan Gan Mangaldayak Jay He
Bharat Bhagya Vidhata
Jaye He ! Jaye He ! Jaye He !
Jaye,Jaye,Jaye,Jaye He "

Below is the Translation of The national anthem- Jana Gana Mana In English

Thou are the ruler of the minds of all people, dispenser of India's destiny.

The name rouses the hearts of Punjab, Sind, Gujurat and Maratha. Of the Dravid and Orissa and Bengal.

It Echoes in the hills of Vindhyas and Himalayas, mingles in the music of Yamuna and Ganga and is chanted by the waves of the Indian Sea.

They pray for your blessing and sing thy praise. The salvation of all peaople is thy hand, thou dispenser of India's destiny. Victory, Victory, Victory to thee.

Terror had struck in Calcutta last night, actually the whole day, and it wasn't only in Calcutta but the whole of India before Calcutta was threatened.. i don't want to mention specific terms or names here but if you may want to go have a look at news to see whats happening in India.. please go Here and please friends, please pray for all the innocent lives taken by some brutal and insane people!

I was terrified too, as i went out to my in-laws place yesterday and its such a co-incidence as i usually don't move out of my home only to find out later in the news that.. Read here for shocking news!.. pardon me, sometimes i don't like to mention terms and names as i said so i use links and I hope you will visit the sites and read the shocking news, also pray for those in distress... please...

Ok, thank god our city was safe and nothing as such happened but the cruel intentions were carried out in other cites like Bangalore, Ahmadabad etc which were quite shocking as i cant believe what the innocent have to go through, why cant they target their actual enemies? Calcutta used to be the safest place, i've ever known but now we the entire city is horrified with people thinking twice whether to venture out of their homes or not.. its only god who can protect us and keep us safe.. Am praying this horrifying phase dies down soon.

I don't intend to create disturbance in the minds of my readers but just want to make people aware of the dangers lurking in our country and my city.. Why cant the world join hands to make this world a better place.. Time will only, tell..

Today, my in-laws have left for Ajmer Shariff, The resting place of 'Gharib-Nawaz', Moinuddin Chishti. I have been there just two years back to pay my respects to the saint, after which i visited four cities with my husband and in-laws. This year, we couldn't accompany them for reasons like Aryans(my son) schooling and my husbands work.

The place smells so religiously beautiful and crowds in numerous numbers visit the Dargah to seek blessings and enjoy the URS(6 days of prayers and celebrations). It is said the saint grants wishes of his devotees who wish anything with a pure and devout heart and i, myself was one of them whose wish was grated:) Not only the Muslims but devotees, irrespective of their faith, visit Ajmer to and offer their respects and ask for wishes to granted by the saint. last year even Himesh Rehamiya(singer) was there before a competition, he said he has great belief in the saint and was mentor to the winner who won the sa re ga ma pa competition! Hes a Hindu by religion.

But there are six special days celebrated annually in Ajmer, in respect to the six days of prayer by the saint himself while in solitude, before the he passed away. The six days start around this time of July and am supposed to be there but am here, feeling quite low:(.. The last time i was there, couldn't be free to enjoy as i was 8 months pregnant with baby Alisha!

The saint is popularly known as 'Gharib Nawaz' (protector of the poor), because of his devotion and love towards the poor and mankind. It is in ajmer(central Rajasthan) in the premises of the Dargah, that his mortal remains lie buried.

Recently my Hubby travelled to madras on a business trip, he had never been there before. When he was back he bought the kids toys, like a funskool play-doh set(not the mini one) for Aryan and a barbie doll for Alisha which i have packed away, for she might chew up her pretty golden locks and her slender legs;) He bought for me lovely show pieces and plenty of sea-shells from the marine drive beach in madras. They were beautiful oyster shells, and there seems to be living inside the shells, a mollusk.

BTW do you know how pearls are formed? simple.. The animal that lives inside the shell is an oyster, a mollusk that has a soft and sensitive body. To rid itself of irritation, the oyster covers the grains of sand or other substances that get inside its shell with layer upon layer of a hard smooth substances called nacre, which is the same substance which makes a pearl, and that forms what is called a cultured pearl!

Now am waiting for them to turn into pearls.. don't know how long its gonna take. As you all know they are beautiful but expensive so i thought i should initiate the formation of pearls at my own home, itself?.. hahaha

I don't have an idea of how many WWE crazy fans are out there in the world but i know for a fact that they're pretty amusing to many of us. And i also know they influence our kids too much which even gets us into trouble sometimes. Like when my son Aryan was as little as two/three years old(now hes almost 8) he had taken a jump from our couch right onto the floor and that too, while our maid was serving 6 hot cups of tea.. You know the rest? The boiling tea splashed all over him and we had to get him hospitalized for about a week! It seems he was attempting to imitate The Rock(wonder if hes doing Mummy part 4,5,6) hehe! anyway, that hurt lots to see him go through the difficult painful phase but that's over long time ago, thank god!

These days we(our whole family) hardly watch WWE on TV, like there wasn't anymore wrestling mania in us until when i came to know about the great khali, The fact that he hails from India. His real name is a Dalit Singh, currently resides in Punjab(a state in himachal pradesh in India), hes 7 foot 3 inches in height, chest measures 63 inches.. oh my, hes also the worlds heavy weight champion too!

People mistake the tall man as a heartless monster for the role he plays in the ring of smack down. But in reality hes very humble, kind and passionate about the people of his state and has built hospitals, schools and other public places for free. Though he goes places as a professional wrestler, some say hes still posted as a sub-inspector in Punjab police and is still a proud resident of India.

Some interesting facts about him are that hes passionate about cars and loves driving, unfortunately his height is the main culprit. I wonder if theres any car he can yet drive, regardless of his height??

His knowledge of English is a bit ignorant but hes learning, in fact he was also shown speaking to Jonathan Coachman in English when he said "I want some competition" on a WWE show!

Married to a Punjabi woman Harminder Kaur, but shes not that tall as her husband 'The great khali'(i prefer to call his by this name):)

Hes a devout Rajput hindu and his name is derived from the Goddess kaali(Indian god). The Americans call him the great kh-aali but the actual pronunciation is Kh-ali!

His diet consists of five gallons of milk, five chickens and two dozen eggs along with chapatis, juice, and fruit daily.

Has bashed up The Undertaker, Kane, John Cena and many more.. but dunno whats happenning to him in recent times:(

Currently hes my favourite, gone are the years of The Rock, Shawn Micheals(was mine and Aryans fav before)who is your current favourite wrestler????... If you know more facts about The great khali, please let me know:)

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