Life Purpose = 5 Questions to Answer

How can you know your life purpose by answering just 5 questions...

Because
"Unexamined Life is not worth living..loving..."

1.Who you are?

2. What do you do or love to do.. something that you are supremely qualified to teach other people?

3.Who do you do it for?

4. What do that people want or need from you (that you have)?

5. How do they change or transform as a result of what you give them?

So you realise that only 2 out of 5 are for ourselves and the remaining 3 for others.

This formulation makes us outward facing.

All the happier people knew whom they help, what they needed and how do these people changed as a result.
So, The successful ones in the world know how they serve others than how they are served.

If we make others happy, Life teaches us that we will be taken care of tooooo...

Remembering the People's President

Lost someone whom I always looked upon..
"The GENTLEMAN"
Our rocket scientist, the brain behind India's Space and Missile programme, making our country an exclusive member of the Space club..
Sir, You taught us "Yes We can!!"

Joy recalls the opportunity of hearing you in COEP college last year, sitting just few rows behind you and wanting to grab that 1 out of 2 chances to ask you a question..
I was mesmerised by your simplicity...
Wish to be like you Sir where people don't say
Rest In Peace.. but...Return If Possible

#AnIndomitableSpiritGuidingSouls

A dog's NamEkaran ;)

The name of the dog tells you much about the owner, a study by several canine behaviourists.
Fo instance, if your dog is called vodka or breezer, you won't be happy in Gujrat.. :p

Dot, Simba, Elsa, Anna, Mickey, Apple, Olive all point to children having a hand in naming the dog.

Those named Hades, Judas, Athena, Captain- signal the dignity the owners want to give their animal companions.
Dimsum, Frankie/Subway (my fav), Bonbon, Toffee tell us you are not a fan of balanced diets ;) Right?

Guys might want a macho dog, like say Huskie and end up calling it Chaddi :p
Girls... O Girls..  don't even try calling ur one's Panty :')

So all in all, Joy feels there are no hard and fast rules to naming your dog... because Dog notice tones much before they understand words.
So Call your dog with a smile on your face and a sing-song tone.. and you will be amazed on how lovingly your dog adapts the name...

And don't forget they have a penchant for Long walks.. So it's time to show them the Marine Drive :)

Sob Sob

The girl who laughs and talks a lot and seems happy is also the girl who cries after watching Bajrangi Bhaijaan with her sister in crime ;')
#ChalbetaSelfieLeLeRe

Joy keeps keeps wondering, if cinema can serve to mitigate the complex issues that plague the India Pakistan relationships.
Can they really help to transform the two-way ties???
When she tries to know more on this, she finds the contrary :/......
Because such soft links always remain hostage to the whims of respective political authorities... duhhhh
So Should we believe that cultural exchanges can't be expected to address Indo-Pak problems?
Citing some examples-
1. Cricketing ties were put on hold after 26/11 Mumbai Terror attacks.

2. Several Pakistani Artists have been prevented from performing in India by groups like Shiv Sena.

3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan's release in Pakistan itself was a rare phenomenon since films on Indo-Pak themes are regularly banned in the country.

So, Joy thinks It's rightly said in the movie:::::
"Nafrat badi asaani se bik jaati hai, lekin mohabbat nahi"

Resulttttt

Engineering is life altering.
The idea of being and feeling an Engineer.. nah..  'Er Tanya Thourani' enriches me today..

Giving me the power to nurture all kinds of dreams and aspirations.

A daring Adventure are these Engineering days, summing up the hardships, inspirations and learnings in its glory.

All you need to do is Stand Strong.. Very Very Strong and accept this 4 years beautiful journey.

'First Class with Distinction' throughout makes the success even more empowering, gratifying and full of revelations.

... Isse Result kaho yan pagalpan, College

 mein aisee nadaniyan ho jati hain .. 

#OverJoyed

A Sindhi Chokri.. yep that's Me

Well, we all know that Sindhi's are known for their love for food and alcohol... and did I forget gold and money!

But there's just so much more to them than this. A Sindhi girl is one of the most bindaas, yet polite girl you'll come across. She makes one of the best companions.

Who is a Sindhi chokri...?

1)She's a total foodie and whips up the world's best food too!!

She loves food... Not only that, she understands the fact that the way to a guy's heart does go through his stomach - quite literally. She is so good at making the oh-so-yum Sindhi cuisine; Parathas, Aloo Tuk, Sai Bhaji, Doda, Koki and also all those Continental, Italian and Chinese dishes. Name it and she'll have it ready for dinner!

#ThanksMomForteachingMeAlltheDelicacies

2.) Style comes naturally to her, so much so that she can look her ultimate best even in the simplest attire.

Style runs in her blood or probably genes. She can sway you wearing that 'Little Black Dress' with high heels and even that plain Anarkali. She can literally carry off - anything. Especially the red lipstick.

#MomNeverBuyMeARedLipstickHeelsWouldDo

3.) She's the perfect mix of a homely, family oriented girl and an outgoing, party hard personality.

She lives with her parents - and they are the most chilled out people! Yet, she's born and brought up with all those typical Sindhi rules and even those traditions and thus she understands the importance of a relationship. Brownie points if you get to chill with her parents, drinking some daaru. Besides, when out with her, you will get introduced to her wild side that will leave you and others awestruck!

#SomeBrownieForMe

4.) She's not kanjooos, she just possesses incredible bargaining skills.

While everybody call Sindhis, Chindis and Kanjoos, they are simply people who value money. She's been brought up that way. She understands how much money matters and knows where and on what to spend and how much to spend! And be sure about the fact that she will imbibe that value in you too.

#RemindsMeOfAllMyShoppingExperiences

5.) She respects and understands the importance of relationships and acceptance.

She knows that relationships are very significant and so is trust and acceptance for a long lasting one. She's going to love you with all your flaws and expects the same.

#LovedToBeThis

6.) She is a crazy dancer. Prepare to put on your dancing shoes too.

Seen the authentic Sindhi dance? Lol! Well, no but on a serious note - Sindhi girls are born dancers. From Sangeets, Shaadis to Clubs and Pubs; she can make you dance off your shoes!

#MyContemporaryMovesCanBeAnAddOn

7.) She's as independent as it gets.

She is the most independent woman and doesn't mind doing any work entrusted to her independently. So, don't you worry about paying all the bills yourself, she's gonna split it with you.

#bhaichara

8.) She's not in a hurry to tie the knot; but when she does, it sure as hell will be epically stylish!

And lavish! Like the typical big fat Sindhi shaadi. **Tries To Imagine All The Money Spent On Sindhi Weddings**

#NoBandBajaWhiteGownForMe

9.) She is beautiful - inside, out and isn't arrogant about that.

Isn't she just the prettiest girl you've met. With that long hair, pretty smile and beautiful eyes. Not just physically but she's a beautiful mind too. And she doesn't throw a fit about it!

She's a total charmer.

Engine ki seeti mein

Apart from being the largest employer in the country, Indian Railways has often been an inspiration to many a creative pursuit.. ranging from travelogues to odes on the sights, sounds and romance associated with train travel.

You know what, Authors from Rudyard Kipling to Ruskin Bond have rhapsodised on the charms of the railways.

Have I??

Author Joy :p also has turned her attention to the railways.
Though, She has not got too much of a chance to travel through the scintillating platforms, crowded bogies and our super-fast-never-halting trains.. hehehe
She wonders about the hidden charms and beauty of a railway junction, the lives that revolve around it and the stories that follow.

Hope she gets to travel and observe the platforms, the trains, employment of people around it and so so many other things...

#DadPlease

Wimbledon fever

It is an absolute majesty to watch this classic final between Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer, being the No. 1 and 2 respectively.

#22StrokeRallies
Keeps joy amazed about this, one of the sport's most competitive long running rivalries- at the moment.

My all time favourite with a perfect blend of mental and physical grip must hail to win

#Spinning in anticipation
#GoDjokovic
#LoveWhatIJustCaptureddd

My Chilli Cha Cha

To my dearest Mansi...
"Kyunki Sexy hona full time kaam hai..." 

Finding extraordinary friendship in this too ordinary world is not easy.. mujhe lagta hai I was super lucky to have one.. which came in the form of you.. Aahhhhhhhh... It is beyond wordsss man..
But Thankyou Kesh fr giving me this opportunity to say something about my darling... oops our darling ...

Sometimes we have a friend and we sense that our souls are Very closely Connected. This connection is above time and space. You have been one of those Mansuuuu 
We know that wherever we have been in our lives.. we still remain the 'Chilli Cha cha friends" or u can say "the dola re and hara rang dala kickass competitors".. haha

You know the best thing about us is.. Even if we so not see each other for years we are able to pick up right where we left off and give the tightest hugs and kisses possible ..

I really treasure our friendship and you calling me "moti" (which I am 'not' supernaturally)

Wishing my patakha everything happy and miles of smiles in the coming years..
To us and the celebration :)

Finding the roots of Monasticism, Sacrifice, Repentance and Obedience

O..On my way up the hill...
I found some new friends!!
Are they Monks? No..
Much more than what WE KNEW about the most lovely beings alive.

"Ecce quam bonum et quam jucundum habitare fratres in unum" they taught Joy..
Meaning- Behold how good and how pleasant it is to dwell together in Unity ####

So True, when we say Monks have but one heart and one soul...

The members of Monastic orders have withdrawn themselves from the world for religious reasons, living according to a particular rule under the vows of poverty,  chasity and obedience.
They lead, a more or less contemplative life apart from the world.

A mere transliteration of the greek monachos is believed to be connected with monos, 'single' and is suggestive of a life of solitude.

Wow...
Reading more about them after my meeting followed:

When the Holy Spirit established the Church on Pentecost, those who followed Christ were given a way to praise God and work towards salvation together, instead of struggling alone.

Every Christian should be  working toward salvation (which means "coming closer to God")....

But some men and women are called by Him to put all their efforts into knowing Him. They love praying to God and studying His Word so much that they do not marry or have children. The lives of these monks and nuns are totally dedicated to God.

Monks and nuns live away from the rest of the world in communities called monasteries.

The most important job of a monk or nun is to pray by reading the holy Hours, participating in frequent (sometimes daily) Liturgy, and observing all the other services.

Monks and nuns go to Church several times a day, every day!

So, while we are at college orc at work, or playing, monks and nuns make sure that praise is always offered to God.Day or night, a monk or a nun somewhere in the world is singing to God or praying silently.

Monks and nuns pray for us.

They pray in our place when we are doing something which keeps us from saying our own prayers, and they pray on our behalf by asking God to grant salvation and health to every being. Because of monks and nuns, we are always remembered before God.

What a great gift!
Will remember meeting them and the cute smiles on their face because of my curiosity for a very veryyyy long time..