Bloggin

I was so curious to know-what the hell is all this fuss around!!BLOGGING!I mean its everywhere-wherever I surf on the net, talk to friends, all I heard was Blogging, and I was confused!This was the time I found out more what it was..And guess what, the whole idea seemed really interesting to me-writing your journals, memoirs on line, for public viewing??Wow, that's cool!Gone are those days when we used to keep a neat-looking diary, with bookmarks, personal notes, inspirational notes-now you can actually share what u feel, be open and candid about it, and whats more, meet people who share similar views..Never has learning been so vast and interesting!!Kudos to the grwoing techonology, life has so much to offer!

I am a new, first time blogger, and have my own doubts about expanding..I mean, not that I dont surf net, or am not net savvy, but then, to write personal experiences, for public to view, hmm, thats kinda bold.Not only do u need clarity of thoughts, you have to be able to express it appropriately as well!But thats where the fun is-I realise there are no such rules of what u can and cannot do on your own blog-unless of course, the obvious limitations.

Hence, here I go, start blogging daily..And now I am enjoying..I mean, when i m lonely, or bogged down by heavy thoughts, i just grab my laptop and start typing!Now thats what I call technology for the right use!!:))

To Be or Not to Be-Faith

There are times when we come across situations in life, where are faith is tested critically-faith in ourselves, and faith in God.I am one of those, who would not pray regularly,or go to churches or temples etc, but I do believe in God.I mean, I have never actually taken it all seriously.Its like-ya ya, there's someone up there, someone who controls our whole being.I recollect those columns written by a famous writer, in spiritual columns of the daily.He wrote from heart..My sister once passed on his article to me, and since then, I became an avid reader of his columns.He was not a spiritual guru or a motivational speaker, he wrote about everyday battles, struggles, and hence I found it very relevant and interesting..

Faith was his favourite topic, and so is mine.My husband and I are so different when it comes to such matters as religion, worship, faith, prayers etc, but I adore him for his beliefs.I have seen 'faith do wonders' in my family, my dad is a very religious man, my mom was one who believed in 'karma' or 'work is worship', in deeds...All these are forms of faith, but vary according to one's belief systems.I am still not clear about what "should" be done, but I do believe strongly in 'karma'-As you sow, so shall you reap'...

Anyway, I pen down only when in case of some philosophical outbursts!!

Lemme know what u think, I always have lots of questions and doubts when it comes to matters like religion, faith and worship..
Till then, I should sign off, time for my daily worship-work!!!:))

My husband is starting school this year and will commence his MBA, after taking a break from his 6 year long career.Since I have already done MBA, but am comparatively a fresher, in terms of career advancement, I often wonder whether the educational degree or experience matter more in success..There are people who feel school, degree and education make lot of difference in one's life.There are those who believe that life itself is the best teacher.And again, in today's competitive world, there are majority who would agree that to achieve success, one requires a right blend of education as well as practical experience.Very often, school is a place of fun, friendship and of course learning.It moulds one's personality such that the challenges ahead seem conquerable.However, we do come across people in our day to day lives, who do not have any formal degree or education, but can outwit and outperform others, simply because they have learnt the real lessons of life, the hard way.Hence, the very purpose of education can be questioned.One cannot deny the fact that education is indeed very important, but then, when and where does the real learning happen?on campus or school grounds or out there, in the market, or in life's demanding situations??That is the point the educationists should take further and ensure that there is a right mix of practical real life learning as well as fundamental truths in the education system..

Wedding!

Its been about 8 months that I have been married..I had read and heard a lot about how marriage changes one's life, but wasnt really worried about it...untill of course, after wedding!The first year of wedding is the most critical.It is said that 98% of divorce cases, depend on the relationship between the couples in the first year.I am happy that I am married, however, at the same time, often wonder, what would I have been, if I weren't married!I mean, yes, I am doing pretty good as a wife, but then, there are lot of responsibilities attached to the title.The role of wife is indeed demanding and equally exciting.I am a free bird, always looking for free wide skies to fly..Marriage brings companionship, with accountability, it brings joy with compromises, it brings abundant love, with responsibilities!Marriage changes everything, some for good and some for worse.I am an optimist-one who views 'one half glass full'..Hence, I keep striving to make healthy adjustments towards a happy relationship.This is against my very basic nature, but then, after all, heart always conquers over mind..So I keep doing things which are against my nature, my whole being, but all for enjoying the fruits of an everlasting bond...To all those who are single and are apprehensive about marriage, my advise is simply this-unless you are thoroughly prepared mentally, do not go for it!!!It requires lot of mutual compromises by both partners and sometimes is frustrating!But remember, patience is the name of the game..After all, to enjoy lifelong comradie, love and happiness, this is a little price to pay!:))

Katrina-ethics in question!

I have heard and read so much about the devastation caused by Katrina, its not only shocking and grieving, but is an indication of how blessing or how cruel can Mother Nature be!!Any channel on the tv you surf, has images of dead bodies, people crying, drowned houses, rescue workers!!The sight is terrible.
When an event of this magnitude occurs, we tend to get into some self-introspection mode and think of our role in the whole tragedy.Of course, there is always a triumph of human spirit whenever such difficult times surround mankind.But then, it is so each to sip a cup of hot coffee, read paper or watch tv, comment on how tragic the event is and then move on with life..Lets face it, 90% of us do that..I mean, honestly, is our day-to-day life interrupted anyhow?Unless of course, we have been the real victims.Then arises the question of ethics, the choice-should we pause and extend our help, in whatever way we can, to the needy or should we just feel sorry,discuss its gravity with our friends and colleagues and move on with life??Well, I know there are some who would go that extra mile, take a pause, make a difference, by contributing in whatever way they can..afterall, these are everyday heroes, whose contribution may go unnoticed, but they will die with a feeling of fulfillment and contention.

Hence, as I am juggling with the everyday hassles, caught in dilemma of giving up my time at home and office, and go to volunteer in the blood camp, for katrina, the inner voice in me is shouting that I should do what is right for me..No matter how much my brain logically tries to justify, that there will be no difference if they dint get an ounce of blood bottle, from one donor!!Life throws situations sometimes, which are so taxing!!

While our character is tested in such times, I think our conscience, determination and goodness is put more on focus...Common, after all, the victims will still be rescued and helped by other divinely souls!!

Its time I pen off and get ready to go to the blood camp,meanwhile the bad voice in me has already subsided by the voice of my conscience!!Do the right thing!!