The Green Room

Tuesday, July 26, 2005

Postponed Post

For most of the time spent in the green room, I had only been listening, and at times passing a few remarks of my own. You do remember that I had been the same even in our class. I had always wanted to write something, but kept postponing it, saying "tomorrow... tomorrow...". Well finally here it is:

Excerpt from "An autobiography of the Legendary ADTC" describing past one month (some 10-15 days more than that actually)

Suddenly one day, my mother remembered that before two years, we had gone to a centre called Mindscape, and she brought it to our (my father and I) notice. At that time, we (my parents and I) were requested to visit them again after I complete +2. So we decided to pay them a visit (and some money) to do aptitude tests and take counselling sessions. After discussing over phone, a date was fixed. On the scheduled date we visited them and I took the tests and did the counselling. The aptitude scores were "exceptionally high", to quote the consultant's words and the counselling session was very brief. When I mentioned I had applied to join a university in Singapore, I was backfired with the questions "Why do you want to do a diploma in Singapore when you have the potential to do a degree?" and "Why don't you try for IIT?". I was happy to quickly leave the place.

By the way, I forgot to mention this: While I had completed the tests and was waiting for the counsellor, I had a chat with the consultant. My parents were not around, so I was free to talk as I pleased. It was a pleasant chat, but I had lost control over my words. That led to a briefing of my entire life till then, which is a sad, sad story. One would not dream about sharing, even with an uncle or aunt, the sad life one has at home, if so be the case. But I blurted it out to an entire stranger. And I have no regrets whatsoever. I am happy that someone out there was ready to let me share it with her. If you keep something to yourself, it burns you, no matter how much water you pour over it. But if you share it with someone, it's much easier to put off the fire.

The consultant, while listening to my story, said she is happy to know that I am learning to control my temper and am trying to make friends. She complimented me that I have a great smile [ :) ] and guessed that I get angry very rarely, something that is true. On the other hand, my father gets angry very quickly.

That's all about Mindscape. Now we decided that I should join an institute called TIME (Triumphant Institute of Management Education). You must've heard about it, as they have over 90 centres across India. I joined the 'Repeaters' batch, although I am not really a repeater, because this is the only one through out the day.

This is where happiness returns to the highest point. I now have the chance to make friends, and best of all, they will never know how short-tempered I had been all these years. I now have a circle of friends (no girls, because none of them have guts to talk to boys!) and we enjoy the time we are together. We joke, we laugh (either with or at others), we tease each other, we discuss with each other, we eat together... and so on. It must be quite normal for my friends, but for me, the new experience of friendship is just truly amazing. Sometimes I feel that the reason I get up in time to get ready to go to TIME, is never to study, but to just spend some time with friends.

Let me write a few words about some of my friends:
Sreejith - A BIG guy. We call him 'thadiyan' (means 'fatty') and elephant. His weak point is 'girls'. Any girl passing in front of him will make him say 'adi sakke'. I don't know what it means, but it's supposedly bad. On last thursday I got an invitation booklet of Attinad Jewellers, which featured photos of his favourite actress. I gave it to him on Friday, supposing to make a joke out of it, and guess what? He was flashing the biggest smile he must've ever did! And the next day onwards, he's absent!!
Johny John - (aka Johny Walker) He says he's experimenting with Nero. He got a sketch pen free with CD-Rs but thought he could write on the CD with it. Every time he wrote on CD with the sketch, he held it in the sun and said "Oh gosh! This is just not drying!"
Jithin - His initials are I.V. Now that's short for IlichaVaayan (if you know Tamil, most probably you would know what it is), and he never knew that until he met me. Once he was proud to say "I am Jithin I.V.", but now he drops his initials.

That's all the names I can remember now. I will write up a sequel with more details.
- by The Legendary ADTC [whom the cyberworld bows down to]

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Sunday, July 24, 2005

My reality check...............

As part of a botany project on immunisation and AIDS awareness, a bunch of us from class had to visit the slums.Initially it seemed irksome and actually a joke to all of us.We acted like we were going for a picnic or some sort of outing.
But when we got there and satrted asking people questions and interacting with them,I was struck by how nice those people were inspite of the fact that life has been so unfair to them.I was extremely touched.I know we always talk about how fortunate we are but I don't think we actually realise in until we are in the midst of it.The worst part of it is that more than half the country lives in similar conditions.
I saw people with T.B and scabies and children who haven't had any food for days,its really a pathetic sight.I guess it made me truly appreciate what I have and also made me look at life differently.

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Friday, July 22, 2005

An SMS Chat That Changed My Life

Hi all you dudes and dudettes,

Heres something that i read in the newspaper the other day and thought I should share with all of you.

God: Hello.You called me.
I,Me, Myself: Called you?No, Who's this?
G:This is god.I heard your prayers.So I thought I will Chat With You.
IMM: Sure,I pray.Just makes me feel good.Actually, am busy now.In the midst of something,you know.
G:What are you busy with? Ants are busy too.
IMM :Dont know.But I cant find free time.Life has become hectic.Its rush hourall the time.
G:Sure,activity gets you busy.But productivity gets you results.Activity consumes time. Productivity frees it.
IMM:But I cant still figure out.By the way,I was not expecting YOU to buzz me on instant messaging chat .
G:Well, I wanted to help you resolve your fight for time by giving you some clarity. I wanted to reach you through the medium you are comfortable with.
IMM: tell me , why has life become so complicated.
G: stop analysing life.Just live it. Analysis is what makesit complicated.
IMM: Why are we then constantly unhappy?
G:Your today is the tomorrow that you worried about yesterday.You are worrying because the act of worrying has become a habit.That is why you are not happy.
IMM:But how can we not worry when there is so much uncertainty?
G:Uncertainty is inevitable but worrying is optional.
IMM:But then ther is so much pain due to uncertainty.
G:Pain is inevitable but suffering is optional.
IMM:If suffering is optional,why do people always suffer?
G:Diamonds cannot be polished without friction.Gold cannot be purified without fire.Good people go through trials.With that experience, their life becomes better ,not bitter.
IMM:You mean to say such experience is useful?
G: Yes.Experience is a hard teacher ,though.She gives the test first and the lessons afterwards.
IMM:But still, why should we go through such tests?Why cant we be free from problems?
G:Problems are Purposeful Roadblocks Offering Beneficial Lessond to Enhance Mental Strength.
Inner strength comes from struggle and endurance ,not when you are free from problems.
IMM:Frankly, in the midst of so many problems, we do not know where we are heading.
G:If you look outside, you will not know where you are heading. Look inside.Looking outside,you dream.Looking inside,you awaken.Eyes provide sight.Heart provides insight.
IMM:Sometimes, not succeeding fast seems to hurt more than moving in the right direction.
G:Success is relative,quantified by others.Satisfaction is absolute,quantified by you.Knowing the road ahead is more satisfying than knowing you rode ahead.
IMM:Sometimes I ask, Who am I, Why am I here? I dont know the answers.
G:Seek not to find who you are,but to determine who you want to be.Stop looking for a purpose as to why you are here.Create it.Life is not a process of discovery but a process of creation.
IMM:How can I get the best out of life?
G:Face your past without regret.Handle your present with confidence.Prepare for the future without fear.
IMM: Sometimes my prayers are not answered.
G:There are no unanswered prayers.At times, the answer is NO.
IMM:Thank you for this wonderful chat.I'll try to be less fearful.
G:Keep the faith and drop the fear.Life is a mystery to solve, not a problem to resolve.Life is wonderful if you know how to live.

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  • This article changed my perception of things and helped me a great deal.I hope it does the same to you.

    By Blogger Venkat, at Fri Jul 22, 03:04:00 PM GMT+5:30  

  • God speaks to you in ways you NEVER expect Him to speak! Keep your inner ears open and be in full attention. A little loss of it, and you'll miss God's voice you are never gonna hear again.

    By Anonymous Anonymous, at Fri Jul 22, 06:20:00 PM GMT+5:30  

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Thursday, July 21, 2005

Are you blogged?!?

Hi!
It seems like a lot people seem to be simply "monitoring" the blog. So if any one of you needs to know anything about how/who/what/when about the blog simply mail me/Ranjana and we will send you an invitation to post in the blog and also answer your questions.
Umm...it would be better if you contact Ranjana becuase I dont know how frequently I'll be checking my mail.

Cheers!
varun

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Soothe thy ears

Music thats been ringing in my head for the pat few days, and which are very worth listening to:
Badly Drawn Boy - The Shining
Dave Matthews band - Lie in our graves (love the drums on these)
Coldplay - Fix You (I'll never get tired of this!)
Weezer - Simple Pages
Athlete - Forgot the name! the new video that plays on VH1.....
Greenday - Wake me up when september ends

EnJoY!
varun

P.S - In three days the blog is going to be three months old! Congrats...

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Saturday, July 09, 2005

ELECTIONS AND LOSSES.........

Hey people!!!!

Its been a while and as promised I have decided to post something on the blog.Well as nothing much has been happening,I'll tell you guys about me standing for elections in college for something called the Green Gene Guild(GGG).Is basically this association which each biotech student is a part of.So a few days back they decided to elect their president,secretaries and treasurers.The 1st years are eligible only for the post of treasurer.I had to speak in front of all my seniors and classmates and ask them to vote for me.But unfortunately I did not win...but never mind,theres always next year!!!!
Anyway,please blog and let the rest of us know what you guys are upto!!!

cheers,
Rj

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Tuesday, July 05, 2005

From the library..

Hello!
Im blogging from my college library! The comp is not suppossed to be used for personal use...but who's looking???

Actual class starts on thursday. Yesterday we had a short intro talk. I met 4 of my class mates. There are totall 17 in my batch. The 4 i met are aged 22,24,22 and 27. I'm the youngest...

The college is cool is so mumbai! Interesting people and an interesting place...and yes much much better than blore!! The place is totally AC'd and is really lively..all splashed with colours (the college).

It hasnt rained yet today...so its going to be more easy to walk back home (since footpaths dont exist here!). The place im living is 15 mins away (by walk) from the college.

So all is cool (but not the weather!) and I'm desperately waiting for class to start!!

varun
P.S - What you all upto??

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Saturday, July 02, 2005

Back..

Hey all!!
I AM BACK!!! :)
I have lots and lots to say, but I dont have the time! I'm blogging from a net cafe and i noticed how quickly time flies wen u need it the most!!
So how are you all doing? Mumbai is great, I love it here. College starts on monday....cant wait!
I came online expecting people to be on...but it was just good ol' Hunk Bhai and Abinash.

When I have the time I will go into detail about evrything...

Its raining like crazy here. But it isnt continous rains.....but the problem is I need to keep changing clothes becuase it keeps getting wet and mucky...but its fun. A good expecrience..learning a lot. And my hindi is getting better!! :) I hardly hear english here. Its a "scarce" language!

So I will blog when I have the time, and I dont know how soon that will be..

Take care and enjoy!
varun

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  • hey!!!!...its good 2 hear from u!!!...been missin u,guess u realise the value of a person only when he's not around!!!....have fun and best of luck 4 ur 1st day of college!!!

    By Blogger ranjana, at Sun Jul 03, 06:40:00 PM GMT+5:30  

  • Beware of ragging! No, this isnt regular college so there is no ragging. Its not normal college life either. This place is open 24hrs and I can walk into the studios anytime as long as i have a timing booked!

    By Anonymous Anonymous, at Tue Jul 05, 12:37:00 PM GMT+5:30  

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Friday, July 01, 2005

WHERE IS EVERYBODY?????

Hey I was just wondering where in the world everybody is??.......I know people might be busy,actually...nobody is busy...so where is everybody?...and why isn't anybody blogging anymore???.....
ok,will blog later cause my brain is totally fried right now!!!!.....arun,blog sometime!!!

love,
RJ

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