Unveil the Other Side

Aadhya continues.. "See I told you about a surprise right? She is my friend Shilpa. And he is Mr. Perfect - Gautam". On sensing the gravity of the situation Shilpa managed to smile a bit with a simple "Hello". Gautam Nodded in response. Aadhya felt the missing surprise factor and was curious to know what the matter was. "Do you guys know each other?" asked Aadhya pointing to the silent Shilpa and dumbstruck Gautam. "Aadhya, I have to leave , got an urgent deliverable to be completed." - said Gautam in hasty and left gobbling up a glass of water. "Aadhya, can we have some fresh hot lemon tea?". "Order two of them please." said Shilpa to the waiter who approached the table. "No make one of hot espresso" Aadhya intervened. "For God's sake tell me what is going on. I need some explanation. Kill the news Shilpa." she pleaded. "Aadhya, Gautam is a married Man.He is my colleague Shalini's husban...

Aadhya picked her phone and re-dialled the last number. Yes it was Gautam. They had got closer from friends to buddies and now madly in love with each other. " Guess What?" in a high exclamation "Tell me what is it Aadhya?" "I have a job and I need to start work this Monday at the Blair's." "That is a wonderful news. Lets celebrate over at the coffee bar. Come over at 5 and I'll pick you up from Market area." "Sounds great.I'll be there. See you soon." Aadhya is waiting in front of Maria Bakers. She is all excited about the new job. Shilpa was returning home after the days work and she spots Aadhya on the other side of the road. Shilpa crossed at the junction and waved her hand signalling from this side to that. Aadhya was so happy to see her friend. She hugged her and revealed the news of the new job. "Hey Shilpa, I have been offered a job at the Blair's Publications.I was about to call you after your work time. I...

Shilpa helped Aadhya find an apartment studio that best fit her requirements. Aadhya got acquainted to the new home and the new environment. She met Gautam at the famous Indian grocery store one fine day. She actually bumped into him when she was moving towards the cash counter. "Hey Ms. Aadhya. How are you doing?" "Oh am Sorry.. Ga...Gautam (With a surprise). " "Yes Gautam. Glad you remember me and my name" "That day I could not thank you enough and before I turned to bid a bye you were gone." "Oh yeah I got a call from my manager and before I could answer it and return you had left." "Well I am doing good. How is your work, targets and what not?" "Hhhh! Work never going to end. I am quite happy by the way it is getting these days. Things are way better and more streamlined. Leave that alone. Tell me if you've found some offers. What's going on at your end?" "Gautam, you pretty well know that I am not ...

Shilpa, a chirpy bubbly girl from Delhi - the same city as of Aadhya, was presently working at the "Bank of West" after her arrival in the States. She got married a year ago to Mayank Bhansal, a so called rich MNC employee and had immediately joined him after the rituals. After Shilpa came and settled in Chicago, she continued to be in contact with her close friend Aadhya. In a way it was Shilpa who helped Aadhya gain confidence in herself and come over to the states for a better career. "Helloooo Aadhyaaa. Finally you decided to fly down here. Feels so good to meet you after such a long time. Hope you had no problems and your baggage is allright. By the way Mayank was about to join but you know these service oriented companies and their deadlines..." Excited Shilpa said in a single shot. "Hi Shilpa. Very nice to meet you too. I had a safe journey and everything was smooth and clear especially with the help offered by Mr. Gautam" As Aadhya turned to point ...

Almost an year ago, when Aadhya left to US after completing her post graduation in Mass Media and Communications from a reputed college of Arts - Pune, little did she know about the future that was in store for her. She had a very charming and attractive personality. She excelled in her studies too. October 27th , the evening she landed in Chicago is the day that remains bold and clear in her memory. In the baggage counter she stood wearing an anxious look. Her bright eyes were searching the two huge suitcases. Her mom had packed them with all sorts of eateries which consumed more space and weight than Aadhya's clothes or other essentials. She was nervous yet tried to portray the calm and confident self. "First visit to the states ?" came a gentle voice from behind. Startled at the question, Aadhya shook her head to respond in a "YES." "Well I am Gautam Choudary. I guess that was a Yes. No need to panic. Customs check is just a formality. I was afraid the ...

Late November, Chicago. That evening was freakingly cold, winds were really gusty making a cold day feel even colder. Naked trees and frosted leaves , the signature of nature that marks the winter, was here. Sleety weather was in full swing with flakes of snow drifting down in a pace of its own, forming a layer of about a foot high or even more in some areas. After a tiring day at work, Aadhya headed towards the metro station. She took the same route since 6 months, after having joined the firm that hired her as a print media specialist. Enroute, as she walked past the coffeeshop at the cross-section of Pike and 4th Avenue , the aroma stopped her from moving any further. She couldn't resist the hot espresso and forced herself into the cafe. Aadhya ordered her all time favourite on the menu - "A tall espresso Please!". As she wiat at the counter her sight moved to an empty table at the corner of the lounge. "Your espresso M'am, Cream on to your right please" ...

This one is doing rounds on FB. Liked the creativity so much that I could not stop myself from putting it down here. [Creator : Unknown.] Gandhiji's attire on a 10 rupee note can be so delicately changed to match the season. I never thought about it. Just for smiles! Here's the look.

Saturday evening it was. My sis had mentioned a new European Cuisine outlet about a kilometer distance from our place. We had plans of visiting this restaurant a week before but had to forego the plan for the "Pizza hut" demands :) Okay this saturday the trio - Sis , me and my cousin gave it quits to the food prepared at home and headed for the munching at the Euro-Restaurant. Dont ask me about the experience. It was an unpleasant one. I dont want to comment any further. But I cant let go my furious self otherwise. The reastaurant looked quite spacious [We later noticed it was not spacious but empty except for a few college buddies hanging out in a corner]. We were talking about the feeling of an isolated area only to be startled by the waiter's soft voice who placed the menu cards on the table and left us to decide on our choice of platter. [he kind of forgot about us until we reminded him of our existence with a waving hand] Bruschetta - totally italian for a starter wa...

A fresh February is already here! Did you know February is also known as Chocolate month! Yumm yumm yummmy! Full moon of February is known as the wolf moon. The calendar shot for February 2012: Location of Click : Bangalore Camera Settings: ISO: 400 Exposure: 1/40 sec Aperture: 5.0 Focal Length: 135mm Flash Used: No

A couple of months ago I had posted a comment on a photo clicked by a blog friend Siddeshwar from Life at Dharwad and here is what it said in Kannada: The link to the post is Leaves ಚಿಗುರೊಡೆದು ಎದ್ದಿರುವ ನೀ ಹಸಿರೆಲೆಯೆ ನಿನ್ನೊಂದಿಗೆ ಬಂದು ಸೇರುವ ನಿನ್ನವನೆಲ್ಲೇ ? ಎಳೆ ಹಸುಳೆಯಲ್ಲ ನೀನಿನ್ನು ಮಳೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಲಿದಾಡುವ ಆಸೆ ಬಂತೇನು ಬಾನೆಡೆಗೆ ತಲೆ ಹಾಕಿ ನೆಟ್ಟಗೆ ನಿಂತಿರುವೆ ನೀ ಏಕೆ? ಮುನಿಸೆ ? ಏಕೆ ಎಲೆಯೇ ನಿನ್ನವ ಬರಲೊಲ್ಲನೆ೦ದನೆ ? ಬರಲಿ ಬಾರದಿರಲಿ ನಿನ್ನ ನಗು ಮಾಸದಿರಲಿ ಸದಾ ಹೀಗೆ ಇರಲಿ ನಿನ್ನ ಹುರುಪು ಎದೆಯಲ್ಲಿ Gist: I am talking to the leaf that is proud of its youth. As you sprout and grow strong, you indulge in a feeling of loneliness. Is it the same case with you dear green leaf? Whatever may come please keep the smiles , stand high and be cheerful.