6 Reasons Why We All Need a Best Friend

“If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you.” ― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh 

A sorrow shared is a sorrow halved ,just as a happiness shared is a happiness doubled. And since we can't share all our problems or our triumphs with everybody, God has blessed each and every one of us with at least one close chum we can fall back on at the end of each day. The most beautiful part of friendship is, it transcends all barriers- age, sex, caste, creed ,religion or race. For me, the best part of each day is the time of the evening I share with my mother, and we pour  our hearts out to each other in a tete-a-tete over a cup of tea. So, I shortlisted six reasons why we all need a close friend, in order to make everyone aware of the blessing they have called a true friend .

• A good friend is a good listener- No matter what we've gone through the entire day, we can actually share all that with our close buddy. And that close buddy won't mind listening to our crap and endless rantings until our heart is satisfied. What are close chums for, after all?
• Comfort- As I mentioned earlier, we are not comfortable sharing our problems with everyone. So we need that one person wont judge us by our actions but will instead understand our problems and try to fix them.
• Connectedness- There are certain things you share in common with your close friend. It might be a common interest in sports,  a fetish for books, or a penchant for cooking, or it can just the way you both look at things, i.e. the basic philosophies of life. This is what makes two persons the closest of friends and helps to create an everlasting bonding.
• Fun - One of the various connotations for the word friendship is fun. And that's the kind of fun that takes place when two close friends are together- whether its going ROFL over a joke only you both understand, quarreling over whose crush is better looking, or rubbing cake cream all over each others faces!
•  A true friend gives honest opinions- It is important to have that one person who is candid enough to tell us what we're doing is right or wrong. Whether it comes down to a dress we're wearing,  our behavior in public, or an unscrupulous act of having cheated on someone. True friends back us, but at the same time help us see things in a better light.
• A good friend is essentially a 3am friend-  Yes, one of the biggest reasons why we all need a best friend. If you're feeling depressed in the middle of the night and you're on the verge of tears, all you want is the company of a close bud. And sometimes, it might not be possible for your close pal to be physically present, but all it takes is to dial his/her number on your phone. Sometimes you don't even need to speak, but the feeling of having your friend on the other side of the phone provides a whole lot of comfort.

That's the kind of friendship we all look forward to in our lives. And if you look hard, I'm sure you'll find that one person in life who deserves to be called a best friend. The person who has been silently helping you in many ways, but their endeavors to make you happy went unnoticed ! And all though it is not friendship day, I decided to write this post because we don't need to celebrate a beautiful bond such as friendship on a special day of the year! Good luck to whoever is on a quest of finding a true friend !

Funday with Friend

lychee chill and choco shots

Life is so dull at present! I want to escape this humdrum life and travel far, far away from the duns and drabs and slate grays of everyday life! Since I don’t see any plans for a get away very soon, probably a meet-up with my friend would be just fine. So, off I went to my friend’s house! I met her toddler cousins (they were all really cute)!! And her grandma made me some curd rice which is a South Indian preparation of rice with curd and pickle. And then we hopped into a CCD nearby. This was really fun!! I had a "lychee chill", (which tasted quite the same as milk shake) and my buddy had a green apple soda with mint. 

We chatted for a long time, and she also did nail art for me (which was probably the worst nail art you have ever seen). Later we also pigged out on chocolate shots and they were yum!! I had a great time, except for the curd rice, which I expected to be delicious , but it turned out so sour and my expression after having a spoon was one which people have when they stamp on a dog’s poop by mistake)! So, Saturday was more or less a Funday for me. After all Saturdays are meant to be fun, what say?

Friendship Day Special

A year passed in a jiffy, and yet again, Friendship Day is back with its delights! This time I dedicate this post to all those who’re still in a quest of finding a true friend.

Well, to begin with, a true friend is certainly someone who makes you smile, at least once a day, and doesn’t care to ask you before he munches away your share of meal. Generally, he’s the one who pings you and straight away starts a conversation, without even saying a “hi”. He might laugh at your follies, but will never abandon you in your hard times. He’ll get annoyed if you don’t ring him up at least once a day. He won’t mind cracking the wackiest jokes with you. 

He may sacrifice some of his interests for your sake and will never hesitate to help you out in times of need. The most important of all, you can trust him with your biggest secrets.

 When you are in desperate need of someone, to whom you can pour your heart out , you’ll have his number at your fingertips. And probably, he’s the one who may not find it necessary to wish you on Friendship Day!

Now, probably you’re doing a bit of brainstorming. Well carry on, and if you think you have such a person in your life, then he deserves to be called a true friend. Treasure your friendship, take his weaknesses to translate them into positives. That’s how you can build up an eternal friendship. 

Make Your True Friend Feel Special

Who do you call a true friend? For me, it's someone who is always beside you, through thick and thin. Well, one thing is certain, a true friend is the biggest treasure in your life. If you have a true friend,  no misery can ever let you down.

So, this friendship day, how would  you like to thank your dear friend for being there beside you always? . You know, only an e-card is not enough. Even the most expensive gifts are not enough. The best way to thank your friend is to make him realize how special he/she is for you, how much he/she means to you.  A few simple words and a hug filled with love is the best way you can thank your friend. So what are you waiting for? If you have a true friend then go and tell him how treasured he is. I hope your friendship lasts forever and grows even more deep this Friendship Day.  

The Sound Of Music

We make memories and we live them

They say music is a universal language. Music is loved by all and it reflects different thoughts and emotions of  life.

Music often reminds us of sweet memories. Has it ever happened that you have switched on your i-pod to a tune you haven't listened to for a long time, and suddenly it reminds you of some blissful days, which you would like to cherish again? 

I've always experienced it. Music makes sweet memories even more memorable. Music always gives me company in different moods of life. How can I forget the numerous meet ups with my friends?  All had a different fun, and some special music which made them so enjoyable. 

Music has added different colors to each day of my life. It is because of music that I can say "I make memories and I live them."

Spectrum: the array of colors in my life

Spectrum 2010

They say good times don't last long.It is one of such good times I'm going to write about.It is an eight months practice for a grand event called Spectrum which was to be held in Netaji Indoor Stadium.It started from the summer of '09.You can't probably imagine a good time in summer ,under the hot sun.But this was truly a pleasant time.
There was very less pressure in studies .Everyday we used to board the our school bus at around 11:30 and return to school at around 3pm.Though the journey from our school to the practice ground was not very long,we used to enjoy every bit of it.We used to crack jokes and sing out loud .But    the worst part was  practicing under the scorching sun.At times we were also taken to an air conditioned hall. During the days practice,we used to feel impatient for recess when we would all sip packs of Frooti .We were also provided with delicious snacks like cakes ,sandwiched and cookies.Practices were really fun.Run throughs were held during the last two weeks where we had to perform in front of Ma'am Khaitan.To we students ,she was a very formidable person..The final week of practice was held in Netaji Indoor Stadium.These days were the best during the practice and  we were given lip smacking meals like pizzas,chowmien and such other tantalizing dishes.We used to share our meals and watch the performances of other groups.When our turn would come and we had to peroform Khukri dance(a traditional dance from Nepal,performed with daggers),we used to hurry to the back stage and get ready.

During the last four days of practice,we had to attend school at 5:30 in the morning and return home at 11:30 or may be 12 at night.The 25th of January-the final day of Spectrum was very exciting because the great television personality, Amitabh Bachchan would come to watch our performance.But at the same time it was also very nostalgic for us, because the eight months of practice had come to an end and we knew that we would miss everything of these special days immensely.We had become like the members of an extended family.We made new friends and also experienced the joy of sharing and caring.Our costume looked really funny with a green kurta ,a black coat,and a black paijama with orange garlands and a ear ring in one ear and a "karra" in one hand.People on the roads used to stare at us with mouths wide open. At the backstage,on the final day of practice,we took signatures of our dance teachers and embraced them with love.We were very nervous during the performance.Our performance came out to be one of the best of Spectrum 2010.We were all so surprised at the news.We never thought that  the audience would enjoy our performance that much .After all success comes after hard work!

The beautiful journey of spectrum 2010 will be there with me throughout my life as one of the most memorable time of my schooldays.

Funtime at Cafe Coffee Day

Can you think of a great fun Tuesday? I am sure you can't, its not Sunday after all. But we did have loads of them.. How? Hey, our school is in a "Happy Holiday" mode.... and we too.......... So we friends gathered at CCD and had a peppy fizzy evening with my sis.

We started off with "Devils own".. a mouthwatering combo of rich coffee, chocolate and vanilla cream. Hot choco-brownie complemented the drink just too well.. Our talks bounced from school to great music albums and  films. But of all, we enjoyed the topic of ghosts and paranormal stuff. 

We hummed together to the tunes of 'Love story' of Taylor Swift and 'Party in the USA' of Miley. It was great fun.

My friend Anwesha was eager to know about planchet and exorcism. Suchandra told stories about twilight and eclipse (She just loves these beats).

My sis told us about some movies like 'White noise' and 'Exorcist'. It was all so scary and creepy. We were getting goosebumps all over. Oh dear it was such a spooky night. All of a sudden there was a strong gust of wind blowing away dust and dry leaves on the road. We huddled up in fear. Suchandra was really scared the most (She will want to kill me for disclosing this!!!!! lolz) 

I loved all the chats and talks and the togetherness.. and I am looking forward to another day together.. :) :)