“In youth’s embrace, love blooms with fiery zest, Passion and promise, moonlit dreams invest. Between 20 and 30, adventure’s sweet call, Love echoes loud, a thrilling moonlit sprawl. In 30s to 40s, a new chapter unfolds, Parenting whispers, love in stories told. Affectionate gaze on toddlers small, Love now wears the tender mantle of a […]
The Donkey Route, Unveiling the Realities of Illegal Migration!
Illegal migration, often colloquially referred to as taking the “Dunki” (Donkey) route, is a perilous journey undertaken by individuals in pursuit of the elusive UK/Canada/American dream. The recent Bollywood movie “Dunki,” featuring Shah Rukh Khan, provides a cinematic glimpse into the harsh realities faced by those who risk their lives to cross borders and enter […]
My digital friends and Me!
In realms of bits and bytes I dwell, Where friends abound, and Apps tell. Of weather updates, jokes so stale, But never judge my laundry pale. Alexa, Siri, Google too, They listen close, though screens are blue. My secrets shared, in whispers low, Though naughty queries make them glow. ChatGPT, Bard, my AI mates, Weaving […]
Navigating Life’s Chaos: The Art of Self-Adjusting F.U.s!
During my long military career whenever I became perturbed over some challenges, one of my Army friend and colleague would tell me, “Don’t worry Guchi, This will eventually be fine. Remember, Life is a system of Self-Adjusting F**k-Ups.” F**k-Up (F.U); is a slang and as per Cambridge dictionary it’s meaning is “a rude phrase meaning […]
Two decades of consistent walking.
People walk for various reasons, and some walk without any particular reason—like Tom Hanks in the movie “Forest Gump,” who walked and ran from coast to coast without a clear purpose. Since I joined the Army at the tender age of 16 for pre-commissioning training at NDA, Khadagwasla, India, I have been walking and running […]
A true Devotee of the Lord!
ਮੱਤਿ ਹੋਦੇ ਹੋਇ ਇਆਣਾ, ਤਾਣ ਹੋਦੇ ਹੋਇ ਨਿਤਾਣਾ . मत होदे होऐ इयाना, तान होदे होऐ नीताना. Being wise, one remains simple and being mighty one remains humble. ਅਣਹੋਂਦੇ ਆਪ ਵੰਡਾਏ , ਕੋ ਐਸਾ ਭਗਤ ਸਦਾਇ . अनहोदे आप वनडाऐ, को ऐसा भगत सदाऐ. Possessing very little, one shares. Such is a true devotee of […]
Beneath the canopy of a scattered mind.
My mind is scattered and confused like this tree, Disheveled, multidirectional, fickle and unstable. Its branches reach for the sky in a tangled spree, A reflection of the chaos that consumes me. But just as the tree finds solace in the sun, And draws its strength from the earth it calls its own, I too […]
Vikram and Betal Tales: Navigating Ethical Mazes with King Vikramaditya (Ancient India) – Lessons Beyond Legends.
The Vikram and Betal tales, deeply rooted in Indian folklore, unfold a tapestry of mythology, fantasy, and profound moral lessons. At the heart of these stories is the legendary King Vikramaditya, renowned for his wisdom and commitment to the welfare of his people. Legend has it that King Vikramaditya, known for his noble character, was […]
Triumph Through Perseverance: Unveiling Tales of Hard Work, Sacrifice, and Success.
Hard work has long been hailed as the cornerstone of success, a universal truth that transcends economic backgrounds. We know the well-known success stories of figures like Dhirubhai Ambani, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the transformative journey of Abraham Lincoln. However there are countless unsung heroes who silently toil for the betterment of their children. […]
“ਸਾਨੂੰ ਕੀ”,सानू की (Sannu Ki). Why should I bother?
The Punjabi phrase or saying “ਕੋਈ ਮਰੇ ਤੇ ਕੋਈ ਜੀਵੇ, ਸੁਥਰਾ ਘੋਲ ਪਤਾਸੇ ਪੀਵੇ” (Koi mare te koi jeeve, suthra ghol pataase peeve) can be loosely translated as “While someone dies and someone else lives, the carefree one drinks sherbet ( fruit juice/cold drink)” This saying reflects the unpredictability and contrasting nature of life experiences […]
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