NEW LIFE OF MOM

So, there we were after all the chaos happened in the planning.. we finally started our road trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore on December 17, 2011. Our Party gang included: Kritika Jain (Me) Srividya Dwivedi (Our NRI) Aastha Khanijo (Girl Friend) Ayush Mittal (Boy Friend) Dinesh Moolrajani (Guitarist 1) Aman Jain (Brother 1) Pranav Sethi (Brother 2) Shreyan Dwivedi (Party Boy) Rishabh Bhutra (The Delhi Boy) Vishal Hirawat (Rockstar) Ronny Pedersen (Foreigner- Norwegian) Per Øyvind Fosse- (Foreigner- Norwegian) Even though we planned our stay at a hotel in advance, but after reaching that place we all felt cheated. The pictures they had put on their website were nothing like the actual hotel. So, we left that place and started searching a new one. As we all had a limited budget, we had to limit ourselves also. So after all the run we decided to stay at Ankur Resort a pretty much decent place to stay and specially the rooms we got were just in front of a big lush garden. We got a bargain...

What a sweet video Google posted.. Check I guess I am still in Love mood or I feel like I am a teenager again.. No actually, the reason is watching romantic movies again and again... Some of my most favorite romantic dialogues: "Hum Aapke Hain Kaun" Kaate Nahin Kat Te Lamhe Intezaar Ke, Nazaren Bichaein Baithe Hain Raste Pe Yaar Ke, Dil Ne Kaha Dekhe Jo Jalwe Husne Yaar Ke, Laya Hain Unhe Kaun Falak Se Utaar Ke... Kisi aur ke baare mein sonchne ki fursat kise hai? sirf aapse toh hum yeh gustaki kar sakte hain.. "A walk to remember"‎ "It's like the wind, I can't see it, but I can feel it. I feel wonder and beauty, joy, love. I mean it’s the center of everything." "I might kiss you." "I might be bad at it." "That's not possible." "You have to promise you won't fall in love with me." "The Notebook" ‎"I can be whatever you want. You just tell me what you want and I'll be that for you....

Few days back I was at a local fair, which promotes women entrepreneurs. They had some amazing stuff. I couldn't stop myself from buying.. At last I had to go back because my wallet was empty, but I still managed to take their visiting cards to visit them later. Few wonderful things I managed to buy were earrings, a sandals, a bag, few stoles, 2 jackets, candles, show pieces. Posting few pictures. One amazing thing I found there was Sweet leaf, As per that lady, if a diabetic person eats that one leaf daily, his sugar levels are under control within few days. They also had a packet of dried leaves for putting in tea and coffee. And a powder which can be used in making sweets and desserts. Doesn't this feel like a boom for the diabetic people? But wait, Before believing in them, I went to meet a Ayurvedic Doctor. He has well known in not only my city but across the globe. I told him about the plant I saw there. He then explained me few things, which I wanted to share with everyo...

This is me with Pratham Books again.. Recently I have joined Blogadda, and on the homepage I saw "blog about a NGO." and that very moment I started searching if they are featuring Pratham or Pratham books. After searching few pages I found Pratham books listed there and my smile grew wider. After working with Teach India, I started working with Pratham. My very first job just after my college. I have learnt so much from this organization. Infact on my very first entry I wrote on Pratham and my learning there. My first full time interaction with Pratham books was in Jaipur Literature Festival 2011. I handled the Pratham Books stall there. And I was so fascinated by those books. Whenever I was free at the festival I used to start reading the books. I used to gather small children from around and used to read out stories to them. I so wished to read such stories in my childhood. Now I make sure all kids in my house do read those books. I always gift those books to them on their...

I believe in miracles and dreams that will come true. I believe in tender moments and friendship, through and through. I believe in stardust and moonbeams all a glow. I believe there's magic and more there than we know. I believe in reaching out and touching from the heart. I believe that if we touch a gift we can impart. I believe that if you cry your tears are not in vain. And when you're sad and lonely, others know your pain. I believe that when we laugh a sparkle starts to shine. And I just know that spark will spread from more hearts than just mine. I believe that hidden in the quiet of the night, there's magic moths and gypsies a fairy and a sprite. I believe that if you dance the dances of your heart, that greater happiness will find a brand new way to start. I believe the gifts you have are there for you to share And when you give them from the heart, the whole world knows you care. I believe that if you give, even just to one...

I love my ma.. Who doesn't? This valentine week, I am celebrating with my sweet cute loving mom. Today on Rose Day, I gave a rose from my garden to her, and my Dad got jealous.. he then got a big bouquet and presented to her. I loved and enjoyed his jealousy. I am soo happy and feeling amazing. Tomorrow is my parent's 27th Wedding Anniversary. I wish them my best wishes and may they get lot of happiness in their life. And love between them keeps on growing.. Happy Anniversary to my most adorable couple. They love, they fight, they care, they share, they get envy and yet they can't live without each other. My dad keeps asking mom to go and live with her mom for 2 months, and if she does it then he'll get her choice of diamond set.. this he is saying from last 22 years and she got no diamond set for this.. I'm planning for making breakfast date for them tomorrow.. Abhinav gave me this idea.. I hope mom dad also likes it.. Love you soooo much.

As I stand alone walls on all sides On the hardness and trials I will stand tall as tall as I might, for all of my humble little life. Till the world tramples me, and I am no more, I will stand tall as tall as I might. Always reaching for the sun. Even though all around is brokenness and pain I'll lend my brief beauty and stand tall as tall as I might............!! Rohit C. D. Dewal

Time teaches me, To always dream. However it may never come true. But that's the best way, To live life through. Time teachs me. To dream so high, Never give up and always try, Never let go or say goodbye. Time teaches me. That when there is darkness, For sure dawn is the next, And when everything is so tiring, For sure there would be time to rest. Time teaches me. To always care for a friend, Always be true and never pretend, Always love with no end, And the broken hearts try to mend. Time teaches me. Never to feel the hate, Always be confident and never hesitate, Always believe in fate. Time teaches me. That lovers meet and stay together, And others are apart, So, if you are one who have been left behind, Don't cry and suffer, Just search for a new start. Time teaches me. The past I must forget, And nothing needs my regret. Time teaches me. To open my heart and forgive, Cause that will help me to survive and live. Time teaches me. To always offer my helping hand, And never do...

He sits at his desk watching his crush Watching her laugh, dance, sing, the way she says his name, Making him smile as well just from hearing her Wanting more than friendship But knowing he can't get it may be she loves another...another friend of him. Letting his heart break and mend again he watches on being the unknown. All the things he feels for his crush she may never know how he feels Not wanting to ruin the friendship they have So he sits crying and is silent saying not a word For, he is the Unknown. Rohit C. D. Dewal

I have been chasing them all the way since time immemorial. For you it can be a simple chase but for me, it is a stark snatch. Yes, they always take away my mast. I just want to catch hold of them and ask where they are planning to slink into? However, I know that the rejoinder would be - we are going to the land Insomnia. While I pause a perceptible grin would play on my face with the words, Wait! Let me come with you, My sweet sweet Dreams!!

I came to bed with a heavy head, Thinking of how will be the road ahead Will it be filled with cheer or will it be struggle for years I kept wobbling into my thoughts, and suddenly got a dream in front of my sight. I am a queen of the modern world which has only love and happiness around. I am a princess of a doting prince who is loved my not only me, but the whole clan. By Kritika Jain P.S. Title Suggested By Abhinav Sancheti.

So finally the weekend is here.. I anxiously wait for Friday so much, and I am sure everyone else also. There is something very special about Friday and Saturday. So, What is the plan for tonight? I will share one of my fav. recipe with all of you. Its not something unique for Indians, specially North Indians but I have given it my own twist. This is Rajma-Chawal or you can say it Kidney Beans with Gravy and Rice. 3/4 cup rajma (kidney beans) 1/4 cup whole urad dal (black gram) 1 1/2 cups steamed basmati chawal (Rice) 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera) 1 small stick of dalchini (cinnamon stick) 1-2 bay leaves 1/2 cup chopped onions 1/2 tbsp finely chopped ginger 1/2 tsp finely chopped garlic 1 to 2 chopped green chilly 1 cup tomato puree 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1 tbsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp red chilly powder 1 tbsp amchur 1 tbsp oil salt to taste For garnishing: 1 tsp- home made butter 2-3 tbsp chopped coriander leaves 1/4 tsp finely sliced ginger slice of a lemon ...

What can be better, when you dreamed of a chocolate cake and you get that first thing in the morning.. Deadly combination of hot strong coffee and a chocolate cake and that too rain outside in January.. Wowww!!! Will share the recipe soon. Let me just Enjy it's taste fr smtime.. Love.

Hey Girls!! Valentines Day is close, so what have you thought to wear on your date? I am sure you want to look at your best. I can help you in choosing your outfit. I have few looks for you. Style Up ladies!! Check out: Just write them for you complete Ethnic yet chic look for this Valentines!! Keep this Valentines Stylish!

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