Monsoons

Its the beginning of the end. Its just a week before I fly to the States. Right now, its the monsoons in India. I have always loved the rains. I know rains are messy, causes lots of delays and jams, but thats something I can handle. I have always been bad at handling the heat, especially during the Indian summers.

Growing up in Assam, where it rains almost throughout the year, I feel at peace when it rains. Looking at the rains through my window, with only my thoughts to accompany me, calms my whole being. The pitter-patter of rains is a beautiful lullaby to me when I'm trying to sleep with a heavy blanket wrapped around me. I am basically a loner at heart, and rains brings out the best in me.

And nothing is more beautiful to me than the Indian monsoons. The earth, the sky and the heart just sings in happiness. It's as if the long summer has put everyone and everything in a slumber, and the rains with its freshness awakens everybody, bringing joy and peace. Both the earth and human emotions are fertile once again.

I'm glad I am experiencing the Indian monsoons before I leave. Monsoons are a happy memory and a peaceful state of mind. Monsoons means regeneration, growth and new life. Monsoons means hope. I too hope that I will grow.....

Bliss

Bliss....is when we all say ‘cheers’ to our first mug of beer , all smiling faces. Bliss....is when we laugh till we are into tears. Bliss...is our incessant whats-app group chats. Bliss...is our weekends together. Bliss...is when we are in a state of high together. Bliss...is our chicken curries. Bliss...is the warmth we feel with each other. Bliss....is how we keep all other plans on hold because we want to spend time together. Bliss....is how I can be completely myself with you all. Bliss...is our random last moment plans which always turn out be the best moments shared together. Bliss....is our collective laziness. Bliss...is our jokes and leg pulling.

Bliss...is having you all as my friends. I couldn't have asked for more in my life. 

Green

Its palpable, your jealousy. I can feel its strong currents. It won’t help you though. Everyone has their own destinies to fulfil. Don’t compare yours to mine. I am celebrating my destiny, even though it is not perfect. Learn to celebrate yours. Jealousy won’t take you anywhere. Understand what your needs and desires are and tailor your life accordingly.

Everyone has ups and downs. One needs to learn to be happy come what may. I am also trying my best, to smile through tough times. Don’t take my smiles as absence of sorrow or worries. I am still learning to overcome them. My smile is my weapon.  A beautiful weapon.

Learn to make friends and maintain relationships. No one can teach you that. You just need to learn to open your heart and mind to the right amount. It’s not that tough actually. Having friends really help. I am lucky in that. I have the best people in my life. Make some in yours. If I can make friends, anybody can.

Blindly copying someone out of jealousy doesn't help anybody. Walk your own path. Celebrate your own life.