Some Sizzling Scintillating Speculations

How do you say 'Yes' ? I'm curious. Do you say 'yes' and then swing your head from left to right to left? I first came to know @ this character trait some years back, when I first came here. The Boss at the first Co was talking to me, and I'd say 'Yes', and swing my head from left to right. One day he asked me' Are you agreeing with me or disagreeing?What is'Yes' and then a shake of the head?' That day, I went home and did a mock check in front of the mirror, and it turns out he was right- so I consciously changed the habit and now I nod my head when agreeing. And, me being me, I began observing people to see how they agree-  believe it or not, a majority of Indians(specially) have this habit. Makes me grin now to think about it. So, you tell me- do you agree in harmony with voice and body? ---- There's also this trait people have- of 'describing', so, someone giving directions to someone on the phone makes his hand go lef...

Now I know what people who see 'saayas'(Ghosts) coming out of the fog feel like..and, in fact, seeing me in my white T-shirt(luckily, the track pant was black, but in those wee hours of the morning, I'm sure only the Tee was visible- so, a legless saaya), that's what some people might have thought too, if they do an overdose of Holly-Bolly movies. You know- those ghosts with candles or a little something in their hands, coming out from behind the trees, just as the hero/heroine/victim is passing the 'zone'. But no such thing happened, of course. It was quite enjoyable, frankly- cold, clammy, but, enjoyable. Probably because it was a stratus cloud(if I remember my geography correctly), nee, clouds...Stratus clouds literally floating past at ground level, the neon street lights identifying them easily, giving one a sensation of being on the proverbial Cloud 9. Nice start to the last day of the working week here, of course.    Vehicles were moving relatively sl...

Thought for the day: A lie goes halfway around the world before the truth gets a chance to get it's pants on...Sir Winston Churchill --- Do you remember these favourites from childhood days? I got these via email and just had to share them here...which was your favourite? Add any more that you recall.:) I've added my comment below each one.:)  Ask me!!I just discarded oodles of cassettes last time(gave them away, I mean) I was in Baroda- coz the cassette player just refuses to function...umar ho gayi hai. Same goes for the video cassettes!Now, the photography shop guys convert them to CD/DVD for a nominal sum...so, family memories get converted. The movies? Are available on CD/DVD for nominal prices like Rs. 45 for three movies in one.So who has space for video cassettes? I still have this one, though, next visit will be retirement time for it, too, since the cassettes are gone. The shame, the consternation-taking drawings to meetings with consultants in Delhi/Mumbai ...

Prediction for the day: I t would be no surprise if you were alaready experiencing the powerful insights promised by next week's potent aspects to your ruler, Neptune. Exciting as what you're sensing may be, you've only a glimpse of what's coming. Focus on how these insights are altering your perspective, not just reorganising changes. ----- Amazing, as always!:) -------- Continuing from where I left off last time: My last day at what had been my haven-ly place of work for 13.5 years, was 31.12.01. (Incidentally, the middle of the year and the end of the year seem to be my lucky days...I'd joined on there 15.06.88) After the customary farewell party, and a few dialogues from colleagues who said they'd miss me(They said it with a smile, so I wonder-and, why do they distribute icecreams/samosas/et al at such times anyway? hahaha) and a read-from-a-chit speech from me, all about how I had no words to express myself since I was leaving a second home, blah...

"In the weeks since the stunning alliance between the fortunate Jupiter and Uranus in Pisces, on September 19, you've had a lot to think about. This has ranged from thrilling offers to disruptive changes. Now that you know your options, the time has come to narrow your focus and begin making some decisions." Now, if that isn't an accurate prediction, what is? It's exactly what's been happening, and, exactly what's been preying upon my mind over the last few weeks. So much so that I even forget the hours when I'm walking in contemplation- the limit was reached last Friday- a full three hours, in humid conditions. ROFL. Nah-nothing happened, except a stone(kg) or two dropping off, so it's all worth it, as is everything else in life which happens for a reason. Baroda beckons! And how! Let's see,now- am imagining the pieces of the jigsaw falling into place slowly and steadily. Will keep you posted. ---- Meanwhile, let me go back to the year 2001...

Can you believe this-one more week has passed? It's like 'kal to Thursday tha'..:)Today's stars foretell: It takes one baby step to learn to walk. It is the struggle to achieve independence that is important. You may be relatively powerless, but through sheer force of will you can actually change the world. That's somewhat reflective of what's been happening this week....I went through quite a gamut of emotions-- anger, irritation, normal, smiley....and, the max was, of course- neutral...no joy, no anger. As they say, with age comes maturity.:) Coming up- Memoirs of Dxb...:)Maybe later today, maybe tomorrow..(It being the weekend) Of course, my plan for tomorrow is:: And, of course, dream of being back in Baroda on Diwali day!!:)Cheerio! And, have a great day.