Between You And Me

So how many of you saw the stunning video on Google Assistant making a phone call on behalf of the user to make an appointment at a salon? They call it the Google Duplex and it pretty much understands the nuances of speech and answers just like humans.  I am sure you guys would have watched it. Well, it is a game changer isn’t it? The idea is not far fetched. In no time we are going to have assistant making calls for us.  Likewise, I bet you would have noticed the advertisements for Google Home and Amazon’s Alexa too. And I am also seeing a lot of people actually buying and using it. They are so thrilled with the new technology that they cannot resist buying it and flaunting about it in their social media sites. After seeing Google’s duplex video, I was so amazed by the technology but the same time too nervous about it.In fact it started bothering me so much that I could not get it out of my head that day. To make things worse, I ended up watching a series of ep...

Well, hello guys. I am writing this post after probably mulling and pondering over a long time. Yes!!!And instead of writing about some particular topic, I decided; Why not write about “What to write??” I was very much stuck to the question of; what should I write? I am convinced that it is just not something pertaining to me, but with many others as well. People all over, have this fascination to write something interesting, but simply cannot figure out what that interesting thing is. Now, let me take you along the roller coaster ride inside my mind. At the beginning, the idea of writing a blog post kicked-in with super excitement, and slowly after contemplating on so many topics, the eccentricity started to fade like a zero watts bulb.                                                                    ...

“To travel is to take a journey into yourself” - Danny Kaye     Hello there! Once again thanks for taking time to read my post. This is the first time I am writing a travelogue, so hope you will enjoy reading it. So, I finally got out of my lazy life, and decided to go for that long-planned yet never executed vacation. My friends and I decided it was Thaila nd and Singapore.  Let me not bombard you with the entire trip at one shot, so I have split the travelogue into two.  Firstly, I will tell you about Phuket-Thailand and then about Singapore.        We first landed in Phuket, Thailand. We stayed near the Patong Beach at Deevana Resorts and Spa .  Patong is a happening place at Phuket and most of the tourists’ holiday at this spot. The roads are filled with food stalls, cafes, bars, pubs, massage parlous, shopping places, etc. The small coastal town is simply high on energy and bustling with nightlife. After loiterin...

I am hoping that you are one of those people who got provoked with my title as to “Why shouldn’t boys cook??” then Bingo!! You are on the right page. Once again thank you for taking the time to read my post. After meeting many women out there, I decided to write this post. In fact, I am a bit dazzled and infuriated with some of the women that set in motion to write this article. I have written a story that closely describes what is in my mind.  Here goes the story... Swetha is all dolled up and happily moving around friends and family on the day of her engagement party. She had met  Suraj probably twice before. He was now holding her hand and walking her around lovingly. Swetha was an MBA holder, and was now working as a Senior Manager in an MNC. Her parents had done the matchmaking for Swetha and concluded that by all means Suraj was the best fit. Suraj’s mother brings along a small group of relatives and proudly introduces Swetha to them. Slowly after the...

Hello my dear reader! Once again thank you for taking the time for reading my post. On a lighter yet older note, I just turned 27!!! :) I am somewhat surprised myself by the way I have taken it. It feels like a fresh start and a happy year ahead. And look what I got for my big day! Yes, it is an Amazon Kindle Paperwhite from a loved one. Since I have always wanted one of those, I was super excited to have it. Now let me tell you, I am not particularly a voracious reader, but I do enjoy reading a bit every day. So, as you can guess, I have been pretty much busy with my Kindle; I thought I will give you guys a review about it. It might help a few people out there to decide on buying it.   To start off, it is simply amazing. It is sleek, small and compact. When you read pages from it, it feels like you are reading a paperback version of the book. The device is very light to hold and you can simply sit back and dwell into...

Hello there, thank you for taking the time to read this post. I would like to tell you that this post is completely based on my opinion and experience in life. I am no love-doctor or love-guru. However, with whatever knowledge I have, I think these broadly determine the quality and longevity of a good relationship.  So, the following are signs that you are in a good relationship…  You are honest with each other. Yes, it might sound a little  cliche , but trust me, when you are honest with one another and can look right into their eyes and say the truth, the chances that you might stick along for a long time is high. You can talk anything under the sky with your partner and still feel comfortable with them. Yes, if you people have been talking a lot with each other; sharing all your life’s experiences and expressing your silly dreams; then probably you are on the right track. You can feel a sense of calm around him / her. When your everyday routine ...

Hi there, thank you once again for taking your time to read this blog. Very recently while passing through a very familiar street in Bangalore, I realized that something was different in the street. The street looked wider and spacious. After mulling over for about a minute, it stuck me that the roads have become broader because the tress were cut down. It was very disheartening to see the road barren of the trees. The beautiful canopy of trees on both sides that provided so much shade and coolness was lost. The street felt devoid of life. Why would the government approve for such a depressing act. Are not people ever going to  realize  that we have already swiped off a fair share of nature, and the more we are destructing, the more we are nearing danger. I read in today’s news that the cab drivers in Delhi have initiated a protest. The protest was against the High court’s order of changing their diesel cabs to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The order was made ...

Hi there! Thanks for taking the time to read this post. It’s a short simple article about my day’s experience. If you’re wondering about who the “you” in my title refers to, it is none other than my beloved mobile phone. Today morning was just like every other morning. Got up with the same lazy eye, completed my everyday chores, packed up and left for work. Just a few minutes after leaving home, somehow I got lucky and got an auto immediately. In the regular momentum, I opened my handbag to take out my mobile phone to finish my routine mobile time. To my shock, I realized that I had actually left my mobile at home. A sudden feeling of mild sadness took over me. I checked my watch, and realized that I did not have enough time to take a detour back home and pick up the mobile. With a heavy heart I proceeded my day without my phone. The following are the different emotions I had throughout my day: ·          Forecast of the imposs...

Let me start by appreciating the Director, Sudha Kongara, and the team for making an offbeat movie. The movie revolves around women’s boxing and how it is perceived in India. The movie has a decent story line that is backed by a very good screenplay. The movie reveals stark truth about the how women’s boxing is dealt in our country. It also brings to light, how politics and power influence Indian sports and sportsmanship. The story is about, how an aspiring girl who lives in the coastal slums in Chennai becomes an International Boxing champion. Madhavan (referred to as Prabhu in the movie) plays the role of the famous boxing coach. Without any doubt, Madhavan is perfectly tailor made for the role. His robust built and tough acting skills blend in to make him splendid on screen. The lack of dirty glamour and too many unnecessary song sequences makes the movie even more watchable. The small music sequences in-between the movie showcasing love, brings in some cuteness, making the ...

Money!!!The word that has been ruling the world for quite a few centuries. I cannot picture how the world would have been during the barter system age. Money has become the most fundamental need for human beings. For some people, it is the sole purpose of their life. How money matters to individuals differs according to their mind-set. There are poor people, rich people, and middle class people who have their own idea and desire for money. On a broader spectrum, the idea of money is like a chain reaction that never ends. A person with a cycle wants a bike; a person with a bike wants a car; a person with a car wants a personal jet; and the guy with a personal jet??? Probably is still not happy. Why money matters and why it does not? There is an old saying “Money can’t buy happiness”. But somehow this phrase is not very applicable in current day’s scenario. People assume that money provides happiness. For a few it might hold good, for a few it might not. I feel that t...

A few days back I traveled from Chennai to Bangalore in the Double Decker express train. Right from the day the ticket was booked; I was looking forward for the journey. My excitement level was similar to that of a kid expecting a fun trip. The journey was a neutral one. It certainly did not live up to my expectation, but I would neither call it a bad one. Let me share with you a few pros and cons of the train. I was praying to get a seat in the upper deck, but to my disappointment, I got a seat in the lower deck. The train was definitely clean than most of the other trains I have traveled . It was clean both inside and out. The seating arrangements are very similar to that of a normal Chair Car. Three seats on one side, and two seats on the other side. After you get inside the train there are about two rows of seats in the middle level. Then you have steps that navigate to both the upper deck and the lower deck. I found my seat, which was near t...

I cannot fight my tear When you are not any near Why would you leave me here? When no one else would hear There is no light in my life When you are out of my sight Gone are the nights that were warm Closely cuddled inside your arms All I wanted was another day To tell you everything I wanted to say What will I do anymore without you? Shattered into pieces without a clue I buried my face and wanted to scream Wishing all this was a dream Crazy as it sounds I am just running in rounds I do not know where I am going Without having any sense of an ending Before I have anything to say         Please take me with you right away!....

Hello, there. Thanks, for taking the time to read this post. I am positive you will love it! OK, this is how it goes.  This post is simple, funny, motivating, (at least I say so ;)). I figured that in the vast world out there; many people are confused, anxious, and blase about their life. (Don’t ask me how I figured; I have some connection with ‘greater power of the universe’)Just kidding! I have a few of people I know; who feel this way, and I too feel it sometimes. So this post is more like a DIY. Not exactly a craft idea, but something to think about. Imagine that you were gifted any one of the following: A Magic Wand, A Genie, A Magic Switch, or A Time Machine. Let me guess. I can hear wishes already. (Costly car, palatial bungalow, trip around the world... Oh god! How did I forget the latest iPhone??) Now, sorry to interrupt, but let me explain the property of these imaginary things. They give you the power to go back 3 to 4 years of your lif...

I love shopping, yes shopping is absolutely fun. How I wish I had more money in my wallet! This is the typical though I have every time I shop. Sometimes I even think I should earn more so that I can shop more (silly me ;)).  Shopping is an experience altogether. I would personally say that it is something you do for yourself and the ones you love. You do not need to be taught to do it; you are the expert at choosing things. Starting from choosing your shoes, dresses, and accessories; picking out the designs, color and pattern is definitely intoxicating.  When you see the right product you actually imagine a scene where you would use it right? (Well, I do that. I see a good T-shirt; I visualize wearing it to meet friends at a hang out! ) (I am omitting the part in my imagination where I get to hear “Cool T, where did you get it? :)). The moment you pay the cash or swipe your card; and become the proud owner of the stuff you shopped is ecstatic. No wonder...