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To my alarm clock
Every morning I lie there innocently sleeping
When the peace is ruptured by a horrible beeping.
My serenity ripped asunder, sudden and drastic
By this evil, demonic, red-eyed piece of plastic.
I roll over in pain and pound on the snooze,
Groaning, moaning, thinking 'What's there to lose?'
'Don't make me get up, just nine minutes more.'
The same thing I've said every morning before.
It's not that I hate mornings or dread the new day.
It's just that I loathe waking up in this way.
I'd much rather simply rise up with the light,
Glowing in the window, chasing away the night.
But the sudden screaming, the incessant fuss,
Makes me want to yell and cry and simply to cuss.
Especially the knowledge that all of my sorrow
Will be repeated the same time, same way, tomorrow.
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Let's make a deal
You forgive me for liking you too much,
And I'll forgive you for not liking me enough.
You forgive me for missing you so,
And I'll forgive you for being so cold.
You forgive me for the loud racing of my heart,
And I'll forgive you for not hearing it.
You forgive me for playing your games,
And I'll forgive you for toying with my emotions.
You forgive me for finding you so attractive,
And I'll forgive you for not noticing.
You forgive me for raising you up so high,
And I'll forgive you for bringing me down so low.
You forgive me for wanting to be with you,
And I'll forgive you for avoiding me.
You forgive me for being so pathetic,
And I'll forgive you for taking advantage of it.
You forgive me for not being able to let go,
And I'll forgive you for never having latched on.
You forgive me for having hopes and dreams,
And I'll forgive you for crushing them.
Forgiveness brings inner peace.
Do we have a deal?
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Lessons on Life
Pictures of same scene, different seasons
There was a man who had four sons. He wanted his sons to learn not to judge things too quickly. So he sent them each on a quest, in turn, to go and look at a pear tree that was a great distance away.
The first son he sent in the winter, the second in the spring, the third in summer, and the youngest son in the fall.
When they had all gone and come back, he called them together to describe what they had seen.
The first son said that the tree was ugly, bent, and twisted.
The second son said no it was covered with green buds and full of promise.
The third son disagreed; he said it was laden with blossoms that smelled so sweet and looked so beautiful, it was the most graceful thing he had ever seen.
The last son disagreed with all of them; he said it was ripe and drooping with fruit, full of life and fulfillment.
The man then explained to his sons that they were all right, because they had each seen but only one season in the tree's life.
He told them that you cannot judge a tree, or a person, by only one season, and that the essence of who they are and the pleasure, joy, and love that come from that life can only be measured at the end, when all the seasons are up.
If you give up when it's winter, you will miss the promise of your spring, the beauty of your summer, fulfillment of your fall.
Moral:
Don't let the pain of one season destroy the joy of all the rest. Don't judge life by one difficult season. Persevere through the difficult patches and better times are sure to come.
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Letting go
I have this little box
Filled with memories of you.
Sometimes I open it
And remember the times we shared.
It makes me feel whole, just as much as empty,
Happy, just as much as sad,
And, loved just as much as lonely.
As I pick up the scattered memories,
I feel as though I am picking up
Pieces of my heart.
I smell them, feel them,
Touch them, and remember them.
When I put them together,
I feel as though as I am constructing a mold of my heart,
Replacing each piece of the frame.
Every time I open the box,
The frame gets stronger and less fragile.
It makes me smile to know that
At one time I was loved and that I loved.
Many pieces remind me of the pain you gave me,
But with sorrow and grief... comes power and triumph
And I feel as though I have won.
You may have broke my heart
But you taught me something;
If you love someone, really really love them,
Love will give you the strength to let them go
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What Is Love???
Love is sweet, love is kind
It isn't just a piece of mind
Love is something you need to give
Something that we share and believe
Love doesn't mind you
To cry a tear or two
But true love isn't sad
It's never bad.
Love is unique
Something like an antique
When it's broken
It seems to be forsaken
But then someone comes and see the gold
All that's scattered now is whole to hold.
What is love, you ask
It's something that can never be fully described
It's different to everyone
And it's really up to you to decide.
Love is powerful yet can be weak
Something that everyone seems to seek
Love is mindful and understanding
When everything falls
It'll be the last one standing
Though it seems like a small matter
Never judge emotion by its size
Understand what love is
You'll see what a world there is.
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Every dog has his day
It was that time of the year again, when the FEs came into the college. Needless to say, all the bird-watchers were keeping their eyes open for ahem.....you know what!!! He was sitting in the quad with his friends and they all were staring at the stage...as usual...waiting for something to happen and liven up things in this dull life in an engineering college. Soemone up there must have heard him, because suddenly.. out of nowhere, emerged a vision beauty, so alluring, so perfect, that he forgot himself entirely. He ogled shamelessly as dainty steps traversed the Quad, drafter in her had, innocence on her face, she could only have been a freshie.By now his heart was pounding like a Enfield mo-bike. He noticed, to his obvious chagrin, he was not the only one paying visual tributes to this Goddess. TO his delight she didn't seem to notice anyone else either. She seemed to be walking in his direcion. Was he imagining it?? or were her eyes really fixed on him?? A lilting, musical voice said," Hi!!" Wham!!!
A surge of current short-circutied his internal connections ( Sorry but these enginnering colleges do affect your vocab). He stood up eagerly to respond to her greeting, an obvious indication of her good taste and charming manners. She brushed past to him to talk to the nerdy shrivelled guy standing behind him- The #%&@! He tried to assume an air of nonchalance and sat down, hoping nobody had seen the way he had become a "popat". But one glance at her and her amused eyes( this time really fixed on him) revealed to him that she had noticed!!
Darn! Darn!! Darn!! How humiliating yaar!!
To add salt to his wound, his "friends" almost howled with laughter, the beasts!! He slunk away, wishing the earth would swallow him or something. He told himself not to fret so much...something good was bound to come out of it. Atleast she noticed him from amongst the crowd!! He made his mind. The next day he waited for her in the canteen during lunch break. There she came, surrounded by a bevy of girls which ruled out the direct approach.No problem!!.......he could play the waiting game. Just then a brilliant idea struck him. "Why don't I go to her class pretending to be a freshie??" he thought."Hurraaay!!" he almost jumped with joy. " Hopefully, I might even get to sit at a vantage point to recharge my emotions" He impatiently waited till 2:15- the time they would leave for their class. He followed at a discrete distance. He continued his 'dogged' persuit and in the process, reached the Mechanics Building...he hadn't been there in ages. Since he was in BE...it was almost 3 years since he visited Mech building. His guilty conscience made it seem as if everyone around him was staring at him.All of a sudden , she turned and there was no place he could hide. She said something to her friends, who took one look at him and promptly giggled. "Oh, these dumb girls!!" He thought.
Finally they reached their destination. He tried to sneak in between
two boys from FE hoping that the Prof. Won't notice.But No luck, man!! Professors sharp rebuke dashed his optimism and he was kicked out.
"Phirsey popat!! why God?? Why me??" He murmured as he stepped out of the class. "Enough is enough!!" he thought.
"How many more times shoudl I get myself insulted in front her??"
Next day outside the canteen he pretended not to be interested at all. He saw her looking around as if she was looking for someone- the plot thikens, he thought. " Lagta hai baat ban gayi. Am I the one she is looking for?? " He was on cloud nine by now Then her eyes fell upon him. As her face lit up with recognition, his air of studied indiffrence vanished and they walked towards each other.
Ther was something in her hand...something wrapped up. " For me??" He asked to himself. At last...
They stood face to face. By now, he knew what was coming and waited expectantly. She tore open the packet and handed...almost tossed it to him. She patted his head affectionately as he munched the biscuit wagging his tail in delight.
Every dog has his day...right???
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Alphabets Of Happiness
A--Accept
Accept others for who they are and for the choices they've made even if you have difficulty understanding their beliefs, motives, or actions.
B--Break Away
Break away from everything that stands in the way of what you hope to accomplish with your life.
C--Create
Create a family of friends whom you can share your hopes, dreams, sorrows, and happiness with.
D--Decide
Decide that you'll be successful and happy come what may, and good things will find you. The roadblocks are only minor obstacles along the way.
E--Explore
Explore and experiment. The world has much to offer, and you have much to give. And every time you try something new, you'll learn more about yourself.
F--Forgive
Forgive and forget. Grudges only weigh you down and inspire unhappiness and grief. Soar above it, and remember that everyone makes mistakes.
G--Grow
Leave the childhood monsters behind. They can no longer hurt you or stand in your way.
H--Hope
Hope for the best and never forget that anything is possible as long as you remain dedicated to the task.
I--Ignore
Ignore the negative voice inside your head. Focus instead on your goals and remember your accomplishments. Your past success is only a small inkling of what the future holds.
J--Journey
Journey to new worlds, new possibilities, by remaining open-minded. Try to learn something new every day, and you'll grow.
K--Know
Know that no matter how bad things seem, they'll always get better. The warmth of spring always follows the harshest winter.
L--Love
Let love fill your heart instead of hate. When hate is in your heart, there's room for nothing else, but when love is in your heart, there's room for endless happiness.
M--Manage
Manage your time and your expenses wisely, and you'll suffer less stress and worry. Then you'll be able to focus on the important things in life.
N--Notice
Never ignore the poor, infirm, helpless, weak, or suffering. Offer your assistance when possible, and always your kindness and understanding.
O--Open
Open your eyes and take in all the beauty around you. Even during the worst of times, there's still much to be thankful for.
P--Play
Never forget to have fun along the way. Success means nothing without happiness.
Q--Question
Ask many questions, because you're here to learn.
R--Relax
Refuse to let worry and stress rule your life, and remember that things always have a way of working out in the end.
S--Share
Share your talent, skills, knowledge, and time with others. Everything that you invest in others will return to you many times over.
T--Try
Even when your dreams seem impossible to reach, try anyway. You'll be amazed by what you can accomplish.
U--Use
Use your gifts to your best ability. Talent that's wasted has no value. Talent that's used will bring unexpected rewards.
V--Value
Value the friends and family members who've supported and encouraged you, and be there for them as well.
W--Work
Work hard every day to be the best person you can be, but never feel guilty if you fall short of your goals. Every sunrise offers a second chance.
X--X-Ray
Look deep inside the hearts of those around you and you'll see the goodness and beauty within.
Y--Yield
Yield to commitment. If you stay on track and remain dedicated, you'll find success at the end of the road.
Z--Zoom
Zoom to a happy place when bad memories or sorrow rears its ugly head. Let nothing interfere with your goals. Instead, focus on your abilities, your dreams, and a brighter tomorrow.
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Two sides of Love
His side
-"Tell her how you feel" is what my friends said
-So I picked up the phone
-Called your house
-You answerd
-I said "I Love you"
-And hung up right away
-The next day
-I told you it was a bet from a friend
-It was partly true
-But you didn't react
-No sassy come back which you always do
-Just stood there
-Then walked away
Her side
-You called my house
-I picked up
-You told me you loved me
-Then hung up
-The next day
-I was going to tell you I loved you back
-But you said it was a bet
-I had everything planned out
-Every move I planned
-Every word I rehearsed
-But when you said that...
-I had nothing to say
-I stood and watched you
-As you broke my heart
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It rained today
The sky is a clear blue color
of the bluest ocean
patches of scattered clouds,
like cotton candy...
the birds distant chirping sounds
can be heard
in a field of silence..
I sit under the shade
of the greenest of trees.
The Sun playing hide-n-seek
between the moving branches,
casting a warm touch upon my face
intermingled with a cool breeze
playing with my hair...
A pen in my hand, the diary in my lap
my thoughts... so far off
in another land..
another dream world.
Suddenly I feel a drop of water
fall on my hand, then another..
opening my eyes
I look towards the sky
no dark clouds in sight
the beauty of the place
is still the same...
I touch my cheeks and find them wet
the drops I felt
were the tears I had shed ..
the wind I had felt
sweeping my hair
was the gentle touch
of your fingertips..
the warmth I had felt upon my face
was but the closeness of your being..
I sigh once more and close my eyes
rest my head upon my knees.
One more day gone by
and we are still apart..
and, yes, it rained once more today
like always it does
but... deep in my heart.
-Esha
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And God created Man..
One day in the Garden of Eden, Eve calls out to God. "Lord, I have a problem!"
"What's the problem, Eve?"
"Lord, I know you created me and provided this beautiful garden and all of these wonderful animals and that hilarious comedic snake, but I'm just not happy."
"Why is that, Eve?" came the reply from above.
"Lord, I am lonely, and I'm sick to death of apples."
"Well, Eve, in that case, I have a solution. I shall create a man for you."
"What's a man, Lord?"
"This man will be a flawed creature, with many bad traits. He'll lie, cheat, and be vainglorious; all in all, he'll give you a hard time. But he'll be bigger, faster and will like to hunt and kill things. He will look silly when he's aroused, but since you've been complaining, I'll create him in such a way that he will satisfy your physical needs. He'll be witless and will revel in childish things like fighting and kicking a ball about. He won't be too smart, so he'll also need your advice to think properly."
"Sounds great." says Eve, with an ironically raised eyebrow. What's the catch, Lord?"
"Well ... you can have him on one condition."
"What's that, Lord?"
"As I said, he'll be proud, arrogant, and self-admiring. So you'll have to let him believe that I made him first. Just remember, it's our little secret. You know, woman to woman."
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