Wednesday, March 28, 2007

As a kid...



  1. If I ate oranges and swallowed the seeds by mistake, I would not drink water...I was scared that it would grow into plants in my stomach ( thanks to my brother's threats!)

  2. My dad is the tallest and strongest man in the whold wide world ( My Daddy Strongest!)

  3. When I am all grown up, I can wear high heels, have long painted nails and wear duppattas...and it was a big deal for me! ( now I know its no big deal and doesnt even matter!)

  4. I wanted to marry a guy who has a factory of chocolates or icecreams or both ( S is sooooo much better than even chocolates and icecreams)

  5. If you are naughty and behave badly, god curses you with babies ( actually, God blesses you with babies! :D)

  6. when I attained puberty, I thought I had cancer ( talk about ignorance!)

  7. I would rant and rave that I wanted to wear lipstick when we would go for weddings. ...and refuse to eat or close my mouth, so that it does't wear off!! ( Amma had a tough time convincing me to eat!)

  8. I would look at Amma longingly, getting ready to go to work, all dressed up....and I could'nt wait to start working!!! (Little did I know...)

  9. I would want to have a little brother/sister....on the condition that s/he never grows up and remains a baby forever...(yeah, right!!!)

  10. I hated my brother and thought he was such a bully, like a lot of other people ( he is such a wonderful guy!! :D Love you, anna!)

Saturday, March 24, 2007

Feeling Happy.... :-)

Feeling very happy for no reason today!...of course, S is back tomorrow :D He is my like my 'home sweet home', the love of my life...I know , I know, off late all my posts have been about S and I sound like a love-sick puppy!!! :-) Well, once he is back, I will get back to other things...he he..till then bear with me!!

Just a while ago, was talking to my mom and was telling her I feel like I am enlightened nowadays, I don't really bother about trivial things, they don't really bother me much anymore. I have realized and decided to focus on the 'larger picture'. Though, it sounds cliched, I have understood that in pursuit of satisfying unimportant things in life, I tend to miss the present and the blessings I have in various forms. God! I wholeheartedly thank you for everything you have given me so far in life. I feel contented!!

I am listening to some wonderful music, and feeling very upbeat and can't stop smiling!!! :-) Infact, am dancing as I write this post! Music is such a wonderful thing that can make you so happy or comfort you when you are feeling restless,isnt it?? I wish I could bring that kind of happiness to the people I love!!!

Life is so wonderful, with all its ups and downs, indeed...its wonderful!!! :D

Thursday, March 22, 2007

Flashback...


My life is filled with good as well as bad memories...like everyone else!! Depending on my mood, I choose to mull over the past. I have come a long way, in every sense - physically, emotionally and personality-wise.


I understand my parents and value them much much more than I used to...Being a parent is a selfless act and my Amma/Appa have been the most wonderful , giving parents in every sense. I think, I will always be their little girl. Sometimes, I do say "I am not a kid anymore..." but I definitely look up to them for their unconditional love and support. My heart goes out to kids who have lost both or one of their parents in their early years. I can't imagine my life without my parents. Lots of people comment on my good upbringing, confidence and personality. I silently thank my parents for instilling that confidence in me....Appa is very proud of his little girl, he says and Amma goes through the same excitement and joy like I do, sad at all my tribulations.....I love you with all my heart, AMMA and APPA! :-)..I wish I could be as selfless and as giving as you are!!! Words do not suffice to express what I feel for you...its difficult to explain how i feel about you clearly..am at a loss of words


I had an interesting conversation with shyamala yesterday when we were talking about my SRM days ( my first job!). Work was like a picnic for me and I thoroughly enjoyed myself and the attention from all the guys too ( we were like, 'the one-eyed man is the king of the blind!). When you are young (read stupid) superficial things in life give more happiness and a sense of personal gratification. I liked that phase too..


I believe in enjoying every phase in life. I don't want to look back, i have no regrets. College, school, first job were all different phases and were nice. Married life, new people, new surroundings, new outlook, maturity are all recent developments and I really like this phase too...


'Change is the only constant in life'

Friday, March 16, 2007

Inspired 2 Blog!

Tess introduced me to the concept of blogging a few years back when I was in HP...and I got hooked on to it and would read a lot of blogs then, when I wanted a break or something from work! ....

Then, I started my own blog ( verbalism best expressed!) with the intention of improving my language and better communication, and now surprisingly, its my profession and for the nth time I am saying this, I LOVE it!

When I read my ex-manager, Anu's blog I realized its a wonderful medium to reminisce your fond memories about your loved ones. She would write entries about her little daughter and her precious memories with her child everyday! It was a joy to read her experience as a mother! Raaga writes her experiences as a single working woman in different cities, which is interesting too, especially for me, coz I have absolutely no idea how it is like...Also, when you read shyamala describe her childhood, you think "Hey! I did that too, or felt that way.." Lipstick is quite outspoken and has strong views, very poetic too...I learnt a new word from ritu's blog...vivify!!!! It has a good meaning....Its a whole new world here....and you feel like you are part of the same family, dont mean to sound cliched.... ( you know what I mean...) what i have mentioned here are just a few blogs, from the numerous ones I enjoy reading...

I like to write or express my thoughts here, so that some day I can look back and smile or ponder...cheers to blogging!!!

Thursday, March 15, 2007

Help Your Teenager Get Organized For Back To School



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Your Best Five Options As A Student In Need Of Financial Aid



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The U.S. Department of Education makes available 67 billion dollars in grants, loans as well as campus-based aid each year to help out students pay for their postsecondary education. The fact is, graduate school can be very expensive and student financial assistance plays a significant role in the students decision-making process.

1. How it works

Student financial aid helps and aimed to make up the difference concerning what amount your family could afford for college and the exact college costs. Currently, more than 50 percent of college students enrolled receive some type of financial assistance so to help them pay college expenses. The system of student financial aid is based primarily on the objective of equal or access. Meaning anybody must and is entitled to go to college, in spite of financial situations.

Students as well as their families actually are anticipated to contribute or make a payment to their college cost to the amount that they are able to. If, therefore the students family is not able to supply the whole cost, then student financial aid is obtainable so to connect the gap.

2. The Federal Pell Grant program

Federal Pell Grant provides grants unto undergraduate students that needs financial help and also meet other FSA assistance requirements. This is a need-based form of financial aid and not like a student loan, the money need not be repaid.

Qualified students generally receive a particular amount every year under the Pell Grant program, where formulas decide how much a student can receive as well as FSA determines the students EFC or Expected Family Contribution.

Whereas schools are not in the position to make certain decisions regarding who can receive Pell funds and how much will they receive, schools still have a lot of responsibilities in overseeing the program, and are primarily responsible for making certain that each student is qualified for any assistance they disburse.

3. Scholarships

Scholarships are reserved generally for students who have special qualifications like athletic, academic and artistic talent. Likewise, awards are accessible for students interested in specific areas of study, members of under represented groups, those living in specific locations in the U.S. or those demonstrating financial need.

Scholarships are financial assistance that need not be repaid by students making it the second most excellent way to compensate for your education in college.

4. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity FSEOG

FSEOG or Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is generally for undergraduates having exceptional financial necessity. Meaning, students who have the lowest EFC or Expected Family Contribution thus giving top priority unto students who are receiving Federal Pell Grants. FSEOG need not be repaid.
The U.S. Department of Education ensures that every participating school receives adequate amount of money in order to compensate the Federal Pell Grants of its qualified students. Take note however, that there is no assurance every qualified student is able to obtain an FSEOG because students are awarded FSEOG based on fund availability of the school.

A student can acquire 100 to 4,000 dollars a year that depends on when the applied, the level of financial need, youre attending schools funding level and the guidelines of the student financial aid headquarters where you are attending school.

Generally, either your school pays you directly by check or credit to your account or combine all methods, paying you typically once per semester, term, quarter or trimester.

5. Federal WorkStudy

While you are in school, you can fund your education through working part-time, whether you are a graduate or an undergraduate student. This is called the Federal WorkStudy program and is governed by participating universities and colleges, providing beneficiaries with a particular number of paid hours of work throughout the school year.

Not only does work-study programs offer students the funds they need, but also provides them with excellent work experience. In particular, Co-ops, that are work-study arrangements that include off-campus employment, can actually help you to make get in touch with possible employers that can lead to work after graduation.

6. Federal Perkins Loans

These loans generally are awarded at a very low interest of usually 5 percent on a per need basis by the Student Financial Aid office to qualified students attending in at least a half-time degree program.

This is funded by the U.S. government therefore repayment postponed while schooling and no interest accumulates until you start repayment that is after your college graduation. College is your investment for your future. There are a lot of available choices for financing this investment, check out the internet or the office of your local government for details. Make your move today.

Help Your Teenager Get Organized For Back To School



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You can create a better homework environment for your teenager by providing at least six feet of desk surface. The old three foot desks aren? large enough to hold the computers, printers, cell phones and oh yes, the books, that are a daily part of your teenager? school life. Teach them how to deal with their school papers, this skill will be used for the rest of their life.

Organizing Solutions For Teenagers Heading Back to School - Tips From a Professional Organizer

Educational tools have certainly changed in the last decade. The old three foot desks aren? large enough to hold the computers, printers, cell phones and oh yes, the books, that are a daily part of your teenager? school life.

Many older desks have a row of small shallow drawers and no space for hanging files. These inefficient small drawers usually become junk zones.

Create a better homework environment by providing at least six feet of desk surface. This space will accommodate a computer and leave a large open surface for book studies, homework and special projects. Make sure to leave at least 4 feet of open surface.

Keep the hard drive off of the desk surface as well as the keyboard and mouse if possible. Place the hard drive below the desk and off to the side. Use a keyboard tray. If the desk doesn? come with a keyboard tray, purchase it separately and install it under the existing desktop.

Stagger two?hree shelves above the desk opposite the computer. Shelves that are12 inches deep will fit three ring binders, dictionaries and the printer. The printer shelf will need a groove cut into the wall edge to accommodate the cables. These shelves will hold binders, textbooks and memorabilia without cluttering up the desk surface. U-shaped shelves that have side brackets built in help keep the larger books upright without the need for wobbly bookends.

Install the first shelf 8-10 inches above the desktop and the other shelves staggered above and to the sides of the centered shelf. The space below the lowest shelf will accommodate items used regularly.

If there is a telephone on the desk, mount it on the wall. If there is a cell phone, mount or place the charger off of the desk surface as well.

A small drawer for tape, scissors and pens along with a file drawer will complete the study area. Consider teaching your kids a filing system this year. This skill will be used for years.

A file drawer will help sort papers by subject. This is the perfect time to develop paper flow skills. Work with your child to create a file system that makes sense to them. Possible organizational categories for folders could be: by the subject, by the project, or simply homework completed, current projects etc. Make sure there are extra tabs and empty folders in this drawer so they can easily add new folders throughout the year.

Every summer sort through the file drawer with your child and purge the old papers to make way for new files the next school year. Developing the regular habit of purging old books and paperwork is an invaluable skill and worth the time and resistance you might encounter as you exercise this new habit.

Teach your child how to save and file warranties and manuals for all of the electronic gadgets they own. Again ?a valuable life skill to impart. Do this for your own records and lead by example. Staple the receipt into the front cover of the manual for easy access with warranty concerns.

Install a few hooks on the wall or a coat rack by the desk area to keep backpacks and other gear off the floor.

Help your teenage organize their backpack with plastic folders and small satchels for pens and discs.

There are amazing new organizational products designed specifically for school lockers. Check out all of the magnetic bins and discover all of the endless options for designing a custom locker space. Have fun shopping, you will be amazed at all of the options!
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