My Heartfelt Thanks to You Sir…

Dear Sir,

Good Morning.

My name is B and my father is S. With immense gratitude, I am writing to you. Thanks for providing timely help once again. I am sure you know the dedication that my father has to you and his work. But, in this world where no one recognizes the intangible things such as honesty, loyalty, sincerity, dedication, hard work…, you come across as a person who knows his business and the people behind the business.

There are times when my mother had expressed opinion about my dad earning lesser than what he should and you getting the maximum out of my father. But those comments were more because of our financial problems than any. My father refused to work in Competitors Company, who promised a much higher salary, because he felt they were using incorrect means to grow and always felt indebted to you because you helped him when he needed.

You are such a source of comfort and strength to my dad. I can imagine the happiness and smile in his face when he told me over phone that you have helped him. My mom, my brother and I have very high regards for you.

I cannot express how much I owe you because you have done something that I am not able to do (because of the stupid society we live in. Damn these people).

With tears and thankfulness,
Bindhu!!
PS: My mom feels you could have done more. Your comments?

Mix up or Remix

Interacting with my 5 year old neighbour is my favourite hobby these days. And did some one say "Children are unpredictable". Yeah.. He is totally that.

Yesterday, as I was listening to remix version of "Jai Ho" and cooking, the kid calls me urgently and as I run to find out why he called me, he tells me "yeah dekho.... Jai ho kisi our song ke sath mix up oh gaya hi... teek kar... !!" (Translation: "See here... Jai ho is mixed up with some other song. Correct this... "). I just could not stop my laughter.
Kids are just great. And I hope the kid grows up and makes everyone laugh.

Bindhu

Ponniyin Selvan – My first novel experience in Tamil

Two months back, as I was getting ready to move out of Chennai, I wanted to buy a book in Tamil. I think I was getting emotional and wanted to carry a few things that will make me feel at home. J So, on the day of travel, as I was waiting in the station, went to Higgin Bothams and got a copy of the popular Tamil novel, Ponniyin Selvan.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book. When I read an English novel, I would normally get bored at those sections where they describe the country side and the locations, because I cannot visualize it. But reading PS was such an enjoyable journey.

I consider myself fortunate and blessed to have spent a few days of my life at Srirangam. I treasure those days. The days when I used to get up early, help my athai (aunt) in picking flowers from trees and making a garland, listen to my cousin playing Violin, spend time with river Cauvery, visit Ranganathar temple and involuntarily cry L, visit the market on Sunday with my cousins, apply mehandi at hands and endlessly listen to devotional songs – wonderful memories. Those look like a distant world now.

The character I loved in the book – It has to be Alwarkadian Nambi. I have listened to the fight between the devotees of Lord Vishnu and Lord Siva all my life and could enjoy the character of Nambi so much. J

I am happy I bought the book, against the advice of my father who thought I will never complete the book because of my proficiency difficulty in Tamil. The book literally took me to another world, a world which I enjoy totally. It has strengthened my wish to settle at Srirangam later in my life.

Bindhu.

My Beliefs.........and pain

Anyone who has spent a few minutes with me will know that I am a person with values. And I NEVER compromise on them. I am extremely sincere and dedicated to any work I do. In case mistakes happen, it will be because of my ignorance. I also ensure those mistakes are not repeated. If you ask me what is the feeling that is most important to me in life - No not love, its RESPECT. And if I respect someone they are special to me.

In case you are wondering why such a post, it is because someone at office doubts my sincerity. And it really hurts when you have been with the company for 4 years. It happened yesterday and I still can not get over it.

God give me some peace of mind.

It hurts more when you do not have your friends with whom you can vent your anger with the comfort that they will listen to you and help you get back to normal. I miss my friends and happy that I have my blog to give me company.

Bindhu!!

The film that reminds me of Fountain Head

Inspired from this post.

Reading the last paragraph on Tamil films that reflects Ayn Rand's Objectivism, I am reminded of "Velli Thirai" (Translation: Silver Screen) which is a close resemblance to Fountain Head. I have seen the film more than 5 times and every time I am in love with the characterization of the hero. In the points below, I have provided my reflections on the film.

• Saravanan – An aspiring director, confident of his stories and scripts and is not willing to compromise. I believe his characterization is based on Howard Roark.
  
• Mythili – A heroine who meets Saravanan as a assistant director and falls in love with him. She marries him later. At one stage she realizes she is becoming a burden for Saravanan and leaves him so that he can concentrate on fulfilling his dreams. Doesn't it remind of Dominique?
  
• Kannayan – Saravanan's roommate. An aspiring actor. He realizes that for him to become a big actor, he has to write a strong story and make him the hero of the story. So, he steals Saravanan's story and claims it to be his story. He finds a producer who produces the film and makes him the hero of the film. Yeah, reminds me of Peter Keating.
  

And here is the best of all.

At one point, Saravanan directs a film in which Kannayan acts as the hero. Because of ego clashes, Kannayan refuses to continue the film. To complete the film, Saravanan uses his intelligence and with the help of few of his friends, fools Saravanan and captures his real life emotions and uses it in the film. I am again reminded of the scene in Fountain Head, where Roark uses his intelligence and designs a project for Peter Keating.

PS: I have not seen the Malayalam original version of the film or the English film from which the story is inspired.

Bindhu!!

Care

Everyone knows……
 
Working hard at office,
Coding at late nights,
Handling calls every day,
And closing issues daily,
Is how he is.
 
He knows………

Working hard at office,
Coding at late nights,
Handling calls every day,
And closing issues daily,
Is how she is.
 
Being a few paces behind her,
Giving her company,
Escorting her to home,
And ensuring her a safe return,
Is his highest priority.

Bindhu!!

Silent for many, Ring for One

I am using Nokia N72 mobile, which I love. But yesterday I was disappointed with my mobile. The reason - I wanted my phone to ring when my husband calls and for the rest of the callers, I wanted it to be silent. I just could not do it.

Readers - Let me know if this is possible. If not, Nokia, Samsumg and other mobile manufacturers listening??
Bindhu!!