I, ME AND MYSELF

Getting engaged is one of the happiest and romantic times of your life. Whether you have been courting for just a few weeks or a few years you are jointly making both a personal and public commitment to get married and to spend the rest of your lives together. Getting 'engaged to be married', to give it its full title, has its roots firmly in the past. In days of old, the engagement period was a time to negotiate a 'bride-price' since the family of the women was losing a working member of the family and they had to be compensated for her loss. Centuries later, the situation was reversed with fathers paying their future son-in-law a payment or 'dowry' to marry off their daughter. The engagement then became a time to agree the dowry and to collect the bride-to-be's possessions (her trousseau). Fortunately today, matters are much simpler and the engagement period is a busy and exciting time where the betrothed couple plans their wedding day and gets prepared f...

A future transformed into the past / Hope that became tears / for is this not one path / to becoming part of this land Multiple sites in the Indian city of Mumbai have been attacked with bombs and gunfire in a coordinated terror attack. The Times of India has reported at least 80 people dead and 250 injured in at least seven separate attacks.1 Gunmen reportedly opened fire at several sites throughout the city, including a crowded train station, a popular restaurant and several luxury hotels. Between the roar of the explosion and the sound of weeping tears, there are no longer lives. Innocent people are killed Many are injured. -- A future transformed into the past Hope that became tears for is this not one path to becoming part of this land. -- How terrible and how painful it is that the fate of people in this land is sealed with blood and fire. -- Car bombs in Mumbai and tragedy in New Delhi Do we pass muster now? A question is for all. -- May we now taste again some cheese and take...

On my bed I was asleep, My sleep was sound and deep, I was disturbed by a mosquito It came as confident as a hero. -- It first came on my hand for a long time did it stand I tried to hit it But it escaped my hit. -- It then came on my face, My hand went towards it with full pace I tried to hit it again But my attempt was in vain. -- At last it came on my shoulder, My hand hit it like a boulder, The mosquito could not fly, At last it did die. -- I felt that I was a real hero who killed the notorious mosquito --

ARTIST: HARIHARAN ALBUM: KAASH SONG: ZINDAGI (LIFE) झूम ले / Jhoom le (Original Title) झूम ले हस बोल ले प्यारी अगर है ज़िन्दगी साँस के बस एक झोंके का सफ्हर है ज़िन्दगी देर ही बनते बिगड़ते कुछ इसे लगती नही फूल की दीवार पर शबनम का घर है ज़िन्दगी अजनबी हालात से भी हसके मिलना चाहिए हर कदम पर मुड़ने वाली रह गुज़र है ज़िन्दगी ज़िन्दगी में जो करना चाहता है कर गुज़र क्या ख़बर बरसों की है या लम्हा भर है ज़िन्दगी English translation (Tried level best) Be happy and stay happy if you think life is precious. Live every minute of it as life journey is delicious. Ups and downs come and go; life doest effect. On the wall of flowers, life is like home of a beautiful queen. Talk with a smile even with a stranger, In every step of your journey, life takes U-Turn. In life, do what ever you want to do, Who knows that, you will live long or you will have little amount of life.

While the clock is steadily ticking My eye is steadily twitching And the ticking, tocking clock that's ticking Can't take the hint that I am hinting If I could break the clock (And make sure it ticks its very last tock) I could sleep the sleep my dream is dreaming And NOT dream of clocks that start my ears steaming Relieved, not peeved, they would soon be deeming Me, the ever dreaming dreamer. But when I sock the clock a mighty wack the infernal clock just socks me back! And the swaying ticker that makes me bitter Mocks and mocks with its never ceasing ticks and tocks The day goes on with that ticking sound And upon my face is a mighty frown That deepens and deepens as the clock ticks more Ever more insistent than it was before The night comes yet still I sit, For who can sleep with that tocking twit Ticking and tocking until who knows when But back to the matter, I'll say it again; If I could break the clock (And make sure it ticks its very last tock) I could sleep the sle...

Within the darkest of dungeons and much to my chagrin I found an empty passageway Except for a ghost within He looked at me, excitedly He danced about the hall He stopped and glared into my eyes I could not help, but fall. I was fearful, almost tearful of what I cannot explain a sound was coming toward me the sound of a rattling chain. The ghost was advancing toward me Swaying about his stance He smiled at me and then he said May I have this dance? I could not help but wonder why he asked me this but when I stood to dance with him He said he only wanted a kiss. I heard that chain still rattling I heard a moan come from above I didn't want to kiss the ghost Until he called me his Ladylove This ghost of darkness, how could it be That he could make me feel A love that I have never felt And have it feel so real He leaped at me, but faltered He could not stand upon his feet For he didn't have any there, you see He was nothing but a sheet. :( ***

I am on a ship which is not allowed to sail They put me into the custody and cancelled my bail I tried to come out of it but every time I fail How can you put an innocent into jail? The only thing which I hated Is that I’m always been overprotected I am still alive but seem to be departed My wishes went unnoticed And dreams shattered You asked me to be strong and bold I tried to do what you have told When ever I put my step forward I was neglected and scold

" My Brother " (Dedicated to my brother) *** When I think about my big brother one word stands out above all the rest Love I have a special bond with him that I share with no other We finish each other's sentences Can make each other laugh with just a look Another word that comes to mind is Adoration I was the little sister that would follow him anywhere When I turned five and went to school I would sit on the swing and wait right there Until he finally came home Now that we're older and somewhat wiser Another word that comes easily to my mind is Respect I respect the man that he has become the difficult choices he's had to make And I never thought it possible But I love him all the more ***

Independence can be a very personal thing! You have to decide how independent you want to be and what independence means to you. It doesn’t always mean living alone and it’s not just about where you live. Independence includes things like good decision-making and learning about all of the areas in your life where you can take charge! Independence doesn’t mean you have to be alone and make decisions by yourself. Something that’s really important to know is this: “We are all INTER-dependent.” What does that mean? It means no one has to be on their own without any help or support. Our ultimate goal should be interdependence. That means having the drive to tackle our goals alone, but also having the wisdom to ask for helps when we need it. We all need some support from friends and family to get to where we are going, to reach our goals, and to get a little help when we’ve dug ourselves into a hole! So you can be independent and interdependent at the same time. Hey, a good support is one t...

Making Decisions: There are a lot of decisions you have to make if you want to be independent. That means you have to think about and explore a lot of ideas -- things like where to live, whether or not to live with someone else, whether or not your job can support you. It’s easy to take this stuff for granted when you’re growing up and your parents take care of things. But becoming independent means you have to start making decisions about these things. So you have to start learning skills for good decision-making. Makes sense, doesn’t it? But how do you learn to make good decisions? There are lots of ways to make decisions: · You can guess and hope you are right (not good). · You can ask someone else and then do what they say (Now, why would you want to do that?). · You can ask for advice from a bunch of different people and then try to pick the answer that sounds right (getting a little better). · You can talk it over with someone you trust (good idea). · You can practice with decisi...

‘Mum I think I don’t intend to marry right away’. I guess this is one line, every mother dreads when you reach marriageable age. I am no exception in this case. All was well till I was studying and the minute I am into graduation hell broke on me. Every day I am asked the same question ‘when will you marry’ from my near and dear ones, when my facial muscles start showing slight trepidation the next question is quickly shot. ‘Do you have someone in your mind’? Phew!! Ladies and gentleman welcome to the world of mid 20’s a time of your life when you become financially independent, when your aspirations are soaring high, when the world is not enough for you. When suddenly pop stars and Hollywood / Bollywood actors are no longer your idols and the likes of Bill Gates seems like iconic figures for you. And amidst all these ambitious dreams you are frequently awaken to reality and coaxed with that appalling line of marriage. This period of life with a sobriquet ‘Quarter life’ is a stretch w...

Why would you want to be someone else When you could be better by being yourself Why pretend to be someone you are not When you have something they haven't got --- Cheating yourself of the life you have to live Deprives others of that only which you can give You have much more to offer by being just you Than walking around in someone else's shoes --- Trying to live the life of another is a mistake It is a masquerade; nothing more than a fake Be yourself and let your qualities show through Others will love you more for being just you --- Remember that God loves you just as you are To Him you are already a bright shining star Family and friends will love you more too If you spent time practicing just being you

I can't give solutions to all of life's problems, doubts, or fears. But I can listen to you, and together we will search for answers. I can't change your past with all it's heartache and pain,nor the future with its untold stories. But I can be there now when you need me to care. I can't keep your feet from stumbling.I can only offer my hand that you may grasp it and not fall. Your joys, triumphs, successes, and happiness are not mine; yet I can share in your laughter. Your decisions in life are not mine to make, or to judge; I can only support you, encourage you, and help you when you ask. I can't prevent you from falling away from friendship, from your values, from me.I can only pray for you, talk to you and wait for you. I can't give you boundaries which I have determined for you,But I can give you the room to change, room to grow,room to be yourself. I can't keep your heart from breaking and hurting,But I can cry with you and help you pick up the pie...

**************************** I went to a party, mom, I remember what you said. You told me not to drink, mom, so I drank soda instead. I really felt proud inside, mom, even though the others said I should. I know I did the right thing, mom, I know you are always right. Now the party is finally ending, mom, as everyone is driving out of site. As I got into my car, mom, I knew I would get home in one piece. Because of the way you raised me, mom, so responsible and sweet. I stared to drive away, mom, but I pulled out into the road, The other car didn’t see me, mom, and hit me like a load. As I lay here on the payment, mom, I hear the policeman say, The other guy is drunk, mom, and now I’m the one who will pay. I’m lying here dying, mom, I wish you’d get here soon. How could this happen to me, mom? My life just burst like a balloon. There is blood all around me, mom, and most of it is mine. I hear the medic say, mom, I’ll die in a short time. I just wanted to tell you, mom, I swear I didn...

---------------------------- My mighty Aunt was wrong, when she sang me a song, Then she beckoned me forth to the fold. I sat on her nighty, she cradled me tightly, Then told me a story of old. “Young child” she declared with a snort and a stare, “There are things that I feel you should know. ”So she sat there with ease and she made me believe, That my father was some sort of crow! [On my father’s return] “My child what is up?” he choked with a cluck. “My darling you’re looking so blue!” “You’re a CROW!” I declared, then he stood and he stared, And off through the window he flew. She's the best, She's the youngest, I'd say she's the greatest. She's very smart, She's in my heart, I don't think we'll ever grow apart. Sure she's faraway, And I don't see her everyday. But she's my favorite aunt, And she's like a stuffed animal I really want. She's like a best friend to me, It's like she has a key, And through me she can see, Somethin...

It doesn’t interest me what you do for a living. I want to know what you ache for and if you dare to dream of meeting your hearts longing. It doesn’t interest me how old you are. I want to know if you will risk looking like a fool for love, for your dreams, for the adventure of being alive. It doesn’t interest me what planets are squaring your moon. I want to know if you can sit with pain, mine and your own without having to hide it, fade it or fix it. I want to know if you can be with joy, mine and your own. If you can dance with wildness and let the ecstasy fill you till the tip of your toes without cautioning us to be careful, to be realistic, and to remember the limitation of being human. It doesn’t interest me if the story you are telling me is true. I want to know if you can disappoint others to be true to yourself, if you can bear the accusation of betrayals and not betray your own soul. I want to know if you can be faithful and therefore trustworthy. I want to know if ...

--------------------------------------- Tears glistened in my eyes as i said something like this: your the only person I’m not, supposed to miss, so why are you doing this, i think you got it wrong, although I’ve held up you, I’m not that strong, your supposed to be my best mate, why are you telling lies, you no that they are, you even avoid my eyes!' and you glanced up and said, 'I don't need a friend like you, and you looked at everyone, and said 'its true' I turned away and started to walk, I was always there when you needed me the most, and now you don't care you've shown me the real meaning, of I hate you, lives sometimes strange I once called you my best friend.. I guess people change!

-------------------------------------- I'm there but you don't see me, I scream but you don't hear me, So why do I keep trying? ~ I lie but you can't see it, I'm in pain but you don't acknowledge it, So I'll just keep on dying. ~ Then you came along, Turned my world upside down. You made me smile, Whenever I would frown. ~ Then you made me fall in love, Shot me throught the heart. And I hope to myself, You won't tear me apart. ~ Like all those other guys, Who enjoyed my pain. Enjoyed how they Could drive me insane. ~ I hope that you'll be different, That you'll help me heal. I hope that you'll finally care enough, To teach me how it feels. ~ To theach me about happiness, To teach me if it's really love. To finally bring me peace, Like a pure little dove...

------------------------------ What you mean to me, is more than I can express. You see, I had no sister when I was little to call when I was in distress. When we first met, we had no clue, what was getting ready to happen, Was not completely out of the blue. God had a plan, throughout all the years; He was making us for each other, to share life's smiles and tears. I never could have imagined, what a sister's love was about, until I met you, and then I really found out. I never could have imagined, what a sister's love was about, until I met you, and then I really found out. A sister's love is unconditional, It's a love has no end, A sister's love wants the best for each other, It's a love that will always defend. Sometimes we may get mad, or we may begin to fight, but that's the fun part about having a sister, we both think we're always right! I'm so glad that I did not have, a sister in the past, it’s made me much more thankful, for t...

------------------------------------- If every word I said could make you laugh Ooh, I'd talk forever together my love I asked the sky just what we had it showed forever together my love If the song I sing to you could fill your heart with joy I'd sing forever together my love forever, forever I've been so happy loving you together my love Let the love I have for you live in your heart And be forever together my love Forever, forever I've been so happy loving you If every word I said could make you laugh I'd talk forever Forever, forever I'll been so happy loving you (Another nice song)

------------------------------------ Secret heart What are you made of What are you so afraid of Could it be Three simple words Or the fear of being overheard What's wrong Let em' in on your secret heart Secret Heart Why so mysterious Why so sacred Why so serious Maybe you're Just acting tough Maybe you're just not man enough What's wrong Let em' in on your secret heart This very secret That you're trying to conceal Is the very same one That You're dying to reveal Go tell him how you feel Secret heart come out and share it This loneliness, few can bear it Could it have something to do with Admitting that you just can't go through it alone? Let em' in on your secret heart This very secret That you're trying to conceal Is the very same one That you're dying to reveal Go tell him how you feel This very secret heart

------------------------------------------ कितनी बातें है जो, कह न पाये उनको, हम तो न थे इस तरह. आंखों ही आंखों में आंखों ही आंखों में यूँ खोये रहे बस तुमको देखे देखते ही रहे रुक जाए लम्हे सभी जाते हुए क्या तुमसे कह दे और क्या न कहे तुम ही समझ लो सभी ए काश के बस ये एक तम्मना है दिल जो अपना है उसको मिल जाओ तुम अब न ख्यालों में न सवालों में बाहों में आओ तुम आंखों ही आंखों में आंखों ही आंखों में यूँ खोये रहे चाँद सितारे सारे बेनूर थे तुमसे मिले तो सभी रोशन हुए ये सब नजारे फिर मिले न मिले एक दो कदम ही सही मिल कर चले कल किसने देखा है क्या भरोसा है रह न जाए गिलेयेही इफ्तेदा भी है इन्तेहा haii है है मुहब्बत भी ये आंखों ही आंखों में यूँ आंखों ही आंखों में यूँ खोये रहे,खोये रहे

I truly believe we all have one soulmate and very few are fortunate enough to ever make that connection. I met mine eighteen years too late. Ultimately, we lacked the courage to upset so many other lives and we parted painfully. Perhaps it was a brave decision rather than a cowardly one. I know most people will think it was the “right” one. But it has left a huge gap in my life which I cannot see my way past. Heartbroken, I grieved for more than a year. I watched while he met and commited to someone who was free. Even now, more than a week since he last made contact, I nurse an insane hope that he will renew our relationship. Insane to wish myself back in that impossible situation in which we found ourselves. I found an inner strength and I am no longer the dependent person who was once commited to him. He, on the other hand, has never grown up or learned to communicate on an intimate level. When we talk, which is rare, it’s about school, diary dates, practical matters. We veer away fr...

(Hindi version) तेरे बारे में जब सोचा नहीं था, मैं तनहा था मगर इतना नहीं था तेरी तस्वीर से करता था बातें, मेरे कमरे में आईना नहीं था. समंदर ने मुझे प्यासा ही रखा, मैं जब सहेरा में था प्यासा नहीं था. मनाने रूठने के खेल में हम, बिछड़ जायेंगे ये सोचा नहीं था. सुना है बंद कर ली उसने आंखें , कई रातों से वो सोया नहीं था। (English version) I was all alone, when I was not thinking of you like this. I used to talk to your illusion, I never had a mirrior like this. The sea kept me thirst, when I was in desert I was not thirst like this. In the game of love and hate, I didn't know we'll be seprated like this. I heard that he has closed his eyes forever, seems, from many years he never slept like this.