Hello Fellow Bloggers! Happy 2010!

Hello All,

I am back to blogging after a prolonged gap! I guess this break was much needed for me:) I managed to get my life arranged and back on track after some months of grueling job search and erratic schedule. Nothing was going my way. Eventually, I took the decision of moving out of the comfort zone of my nice, sweet home and beloved Kolkata. These days I have a second home in Bangalore, working and staying there on my own. I knew I had to, having no alternative option. This is my second going away from home, after my stay in the US back in 2003. I am not used to staying alone...rather I cannot stay. I miss my family, my dear ones, but I had to go. The job scenario was bleak in Kolkata and I had to take the decision of moving to Bangalore. It's a nice city, but I miss the bustling life of Kolkata. Moving to a new city entails a whole lot of problems and adversities. I had to handle those and get things organized. I took a break from everything--including my favorite writing and blogging. I did not even listen to music or watch movies. My life became constricted and I was left with no time. Thankfully, things are becoming normal now and I am back to pursuing my creative interests once again. I hope to regain those wonderful moments that shared with my dear blog friends!

Wish you all a happy and prosperous 2010!

Again a Long Gap...Ilness and Break From Blogging

Hope you are all fine and doing great!

This month has been very monotonous for me. I didn't get time for my blogs...got bored and caught up with flu in the midst of all the problems going on. Today back to blogging again and felt refreshed checking all your comments. Anamika's sweet comment suddenly woke me up to the realization that today is indeed the last day of the month and Saraswati Puja/Vasant Panchami. This day we celebrate Saraswati Puja and have khichri for lunch, which is a must for the day. This has been going on for years now, however, on this particular day, khichri is especially delicious because it is prepared with the finest rice, with ghee added to it. Besides khichri, fruits, sweets and payesh are also offered to the Goddess.

These days, I am very focused looking for a job and relocation to a different city...so quite tensed because of that. Wish me luck!

Awards...And More About Me...

My friend Vegetable Platter has surprised me with this cute Friendship Award. Thank you so much :) I'm glad that I have friends like you!

I would like to pass this award to:

Rekha's Kitchen

Anamika

Swati Raman Garg












My dear friend Swati has tagged me. So here's more about me...

1) LAST MOVIE U SAW IN A THEATER?
"Race"...at Inox, Kolkata, and it was fabulous as a morning show.

2) WHAT BOOK ARE U READING?
None as of now.

3) FAVORITE BOARD GAME?
None at the moment.

4) FAVORITE MAGAZINE?
Femina, Sananda, Filmfare, Woman's Era.

5) FAVORITE SMELLS?
Smell of first raindrops on soil, vanilla, rose, new books, floral perfumes, aroma of freshly baked cakes, sandalwood...and lots more.

6) FAVORITE SOUNDS?
Rippling water, raindrops on a window pane, birds twittering, piano, thunder.

7) WORST FEELING IN THE WORLD?
Not being loved.

8) WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU THINK OF WHEN U WAKE?
Can't I sleep for 5 more minutes?

9) FAVORITE FAST FOOD PLACE?
None so special.

10) FUTURE CHILD'S NAME?
Not married yet:) Will think later.

11) FINISH THIS STATEMENT—'IF I HAD A LOT OF MONEY I’D'
Travel the entire world with my love.

12) DO U DRIVE FAST?
I don't own a car yet.

13) DO U SLEEP WITH A STUFFED ANIMAL?
I have a teddy, though it goes out of the room when I sleep:)

14) STORMS–COOL OR SCARY?
Cool, only if the velocity is less; otherwise it is scary.

15) WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST CAR?
None yet.

16) FAVORITE DRINK?
Pineapple punch.

17) FINISH THIS STATEMENT-IF I HAD THE TIME I WOULD…
Start learning music once again...it's been so long since I left it :(

18) DO YOU EAT THE STEMS ON BROCCOLI?
Nope!

19) IF YOU COULD DYE YOUR HAIR ANY OTHER COLOR, WHAT WOULD BE YOUR CHOICE?
I think mahogany or burgundy.

20) NAME ALL THE DIFFERENT CITIES/TOWNS U HAVE LIVED IN?
I have lived in Kharagpore, Stillwater(Oklahoma) and presently in Kolkata(Calcutta).

21) FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH?
Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Swimming, Formula One.

22) ONE NICE THING ABOUT THE PERSON WHO SENT THIS TO YOU?
Swati sent this to me and she's a very nice and warm friend!

23) WHATS UNDER YOUR BED?
Nothing.

24) WOULD U LIKE TO BE BORN AS YOURSELF AGAIN??
Definitely...but with few changes.

25) MORNING PERSON OR NIGHT OWL?
Morning person always, but I was a night owl for quite some time due to work.

26) OVER EASY OR SUNNY SIDE UP?
Sunny side up.

27) FAVORITE PLACE TO RELAX?
My bed.

28) FAVORITE PIE?
Cheesecakes and pecan pies.

29) FAVORITE ICE CREAM FLAVOR?

Strawberry, Coffee, Chocolate, Vanilla.

30) OF ALL THE PEOPLE U HAVE TAGGED, WHO IS THE MOST LIKELY TO RESPOND FIRST?
Hmm...hard to say.

I would like to tag:

Sailaja

A&N

All of you have a great time ahead!