Nostalgic:Save my Nation

we are the largest democracy in the world, and have been fighting terrorism since we obtained independence in 1947. The wisdom of the 3000 yr old Indian civilization to realize the dream is getting the pits . India is no stranger to terrorism. But the terrorism that India has had to face for some decades can by no means be connected only to Islam; and in almost every case the ruling government has played a part in causing and even nurturing the phenomenon. If we look at the story of Sikh extremism in the 1980s in Punjab, we find it has an eerie resonance with the events that took place in Washington and New York.
Just when we thought the die was cast, we are plunged into a period of tragic uncertainty. Of course, in the world of self-preservation, everything had to be anticipated.But The terrible thing about terrorism is that ultimately it destroys those who practice it. Slowly but surely, as they try to extinguish life in others, the light within them dies.
Defeating terrorism is more difficult and far-reaching than we have assumed. We may be advancing the ball down the field at will, running over our opponent's defenses, but winning the game is another matter altogether.
But we can’t accommodate terrorism anymore….

Life is a puzzle

Everything I Needed To Know In Life I Learned From A Jigsaw PuzzleDon't force a fit. If something is meant to be, it will come together naturally.When things aren't going so well, take a break. Everything will look different when you return. Be sure to look at the big picture. Getting hung up on the little pieces only leads to frustration. Perseverance pays off. Every important puzzle went together bit by bit, piece by piece.When one spot stops working, move to another. But be sure to come back later. The creator of the puzzle gave you the picture as a guidebook.Variety is the spice of life. It's the different colors andpatterns that make the puzzle interesting.Establish the border first. Boundaries give a sense of security and order.Don't be afraid to try different combinations. Some matches are surprising.Take time to celebrate your successes (even little ones).Anything worth doing takes time and effort. A great puzzle can'tbe rushed.

T he woman in your life...very well expressed...

This is a beautiful article:

Tomorrow you may get a working woman, but you should marry her with these facts as well. Here is a girl, who is as much educated as you are; Who is earning almost as much as you do;
One, who has dreams and aspirations just as you have because she is as human as you are;

One, who has never entered the kitchen in her life just like you or your Sister haven't, as she was busy in studies and competing in a system that gives no special concession to girls for their culinary achievements. One, who has lived and loved her parents & brothers & sisters, almost as much as you do for 20-25 years of her life; One, who has bravely agreed to leave behind all that, her home, people who love her, to adopt your home, your family, your ways and even your family ,name .One, who is somehow expected to be a master-chef from day #1, while you sleep oblivious to her predicament in her new circumstances, environment and that kitchen .One, who is expected to make the tea, first thing in the morning and cook food at the end of the day, even if she is as tired as you are, maybe more, and yet never ever expected to complain; to be a servant, a cook, a mother, a wife, even if she doesn't want to; and is learning just like you are as to what you want from her; and is clumsy and sloppy at times and knows that you won't like it if she is too demanding, or if she learns faster than you.One, who has her own set of friends, and that includes boys and even men at her workplace too, those, who she knows from school days and yet is willing to put all that on the back-burners to avoid your irrational jealousy, unnecessary competition and your inherent insecurities.Yes, she can drink and dance just as well as you can, but won't, simply Because you won't like it, even though you say otherwise
One, who can be late from work once in a while when deadlines, just like yours, are to be met;
One, who is doing her level best and wants to make this most important, relationship in her entire life a grand success, if you just help her some and trust her; One, who just wants one thing from you, as you are the only one she knows in your entire house - your unstinted support, your sensitivities and most importantly - your understanding, or love, if you may call it.
But not many guys understand this......
Please appreciate "HER"