On the threshold of 2016

Another year, by God's grace will come to an end ushering in promises of hope and joy. Like every beginning holds promises of a better me, 2016 will be no different. 2015 has taught many invaluable lessons which will remain etched in my mind.

A student's passing on, a flood, a concert, . . . - 2015 sure was a mixed bag of emotions. It has not ended still but gratitude is nevertheless due for this year which over and over reminded me that I am not alone in this journey - my faith is always there to lean on. That I am more than a conqueror is being reiterated time and again and the reason is not because I overcame many pitfalls but that every pitfall reminds me to get up and move forward.

Cheers to new beginnings and unexpected changes!

The road ahead seems promising
 

 

Glory to the Risen Lord

If he had been alive, he would have been 70.

I don't know how life would have been if he were alive, but I do know that life now is good by God's grace and love.

It is quite strange that we do not think or anticipate certain aspects of life but when it does happen, we are led in the most amazing manner. I have learnt to trust him for everything.

I may not be perfect but I am evolving and learning, sometimes the hard way.


Yes, he is risen for me and you. Easter promises are promises for life.

Growing . . .

 

Finale of September . . .

These days of the month of September fill me with joy and anticipation. As I revel in the few days of my 34th, I look forward to the 35th. This year has indeed been a joyous one with many milestones crossed.

Today, I am thankful for:

1. The late evening drive for ice-cream.
2. The lovely songs on Indigo radio station.
3. Seeing my deadlines decrease steadily.
4. The Semester is slowly coming to an end.
5. Success with the ordeal of netbanking
6. Peace
7. Calm and content heart
8. My family - their endless stream of motivation and encouragement.
9. My students.
10. My faith which sustains me

My cup overflows

Lots of items to be listed in my gratitude list.

I am grateful for:

• My job as an Assistant Professor. To be able to interact with young curious restless minds after two long years comes as a breath of fresh air.
• My defense which took place after three long years.
• The love and affection of my pupils
• Rain which delights my senses
• Learning and relearning
• Internet
• Solitude
• Family comprising of my partner and extended family in different places
• Love
• Laughter
• Sleep

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09 April 2013

I have a long list today. Let me see where this leads.

* For the first round of interview which was super duper. I'm grateful and happy.

* For the enjoyable walk to the Post-office a few minutes ago.

* For S who makes my life easier.

* For the letters and cards that I received last week.
* For G who called out my name as I walking to the PO today. I was happy to hear my name being called out in a still unfamiliar campus.
* For the lovely breeze that cooled me while I was cooking this morning.
* For the energy and vitality of CBC that keeps me engaged.
* For an unexpected chat with S and R from Mumbai
* For the joys and smiles
* For the hugs and kisses

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02/02/2013

The first month of the New Year passed by rather quickly with many new things learnt and old things unlearnt. I am wiser than yesterday and relatively innocent than tomorrow.

Building the pace in the new place step by step. The house is slowly turning into a home by adding piece by piece to the comfort of the house.

Met an old friend after a long time and also met two online friends for real.

The walks are regular building stamina and speed.

The cooking is getting enjoyable.

The online forum The Chennai Bloggers Club is growing in leaps and bounds.

Life is good.

I am so very grateful and blessed.

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As we enter into a new phase and place :)

Tomorrow we leave this place. I have been here for about twenty-six months. In these months, many many important events of my life took place - submission of my Ph. D. thesis, my wedding, Chennai Bloggers Club among the many. I am thankful to providence for the wonderful blessings that were bestowed upon me and my family.

As we undertake our journey to another place, we carry a bit of this place in us. We can't be more thankful for everything thus far.

The journey continues . . .

All praise be to the Divine.

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Just two more days for October!

Another two more days and the curtains fall on September. I can see October waiting patiently in the green room waiting to arrive and turn the place a little different than what was in September. There's another reason for me to be filled with joy -- My walk on this earth will complete another year giving way to a new year. It feels splendid to have come this far.

Today my heart and mind is overwhelmed with gratitude for many many things. I cannot list out every single one but here's a few:

~ The cool weather with bursts of rain at times
~ The joy of conversations in the car with NS and R
~ The internet which disseminates wonderful information hitherto unknown to me
~ Meeting new and talented people through different groups
~ Laughter in abundance
~ Kindred spirit in M

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Why no entries?

There have been so many instances for which I was overwhelmed with gratitude but haven't cared to wrte them down. Does that make me less grateful? No.

~ It has been a year of being married
~ I have realised that sweating the small stuff is absolutely unnecessary when one has the option of being thankful for many many blessings
~ I am surrounded by people who love me inspite of me being not-so-pleasant
~ My memories keep me company in times of being lonely

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Small surprises that bring a smile

Today morning after I came to the Staff room having finished a class, I found a bag waiting for me. It was from my mother. She had sent some goodies which included my favourite mutton cutlets, and certain other eatables. I was overjoyed. My mom had sent these things with a non-teaching staff who had gone to Chennai for the weekend.

She made me smile and I am grateful for/to her and her thoughtfulness.

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A new month . . .

The first of every month fills me with immense gratitude and warmth. While many have passed on, I remain. I have been blessed with another month to savour, appreciate and be thankful for.

January and February, though had their own ups and downs have passed on giving me March to march ahead with joy.

Joy always :)

Household chores

Managing a home, teaching, marking examination papers and also finding time for being idle is definitely a cumbersome task. I didn't know that I would manage the same. I'm grateful to the Almighty for giving me the strength, energy, enthusiasm and vigour to pass each day.

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Yesterday is forgotten

I'm glad for today morning. Yesterday was a rough day but while in the middle of a rough day, one does not pay heed to the next day. But I'm glad that the cloud has lifted today.

The rain coupled with the coolness is definitely refreshing and I can't be more grateful for today. Filled with joy.

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beautiful day

living in a place with tropical climate, i always envy those who dwell in the temperate ones. but today is a lovely day where the weather is quite pleasant: cool air, dark clouds and fragrant smell. i'm enjoying my day thus far and i'm grateful for this pleasant weather and day.

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Nov 1, 2011

Ten months gone by.

New experience. New thoughts. New relations. New aspirations.

It has been a bittersweet ten months. I thank the Almighty for being there with me, sustaining, comforting, strengthening and nourishing me. If not for faith, I would have been lost and tired.

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Today and You

Waking up this morning, I was quite tired and didn't want to do anything. My husband volunteered to prepare lunch, which gave me some time to just sit and spend effortless moments. I am thankful for him today.

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32 . . .

The new year has begun. It has been an eventful 31 years. Filled with gratitude and joy.

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As September ends . . .

The ending of every month is a signal to feel gratitude for the bygone month and months. As I stand at the threshold of a new month and a new year, I cannot but be thankful for everything.

The cup of joy is brimming.

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1st August, 2011

Seven months have passed by. The first half of this year has been quite eventful: thesis submission, chicken-pox, my wedding and moving into a new house. Well, I cannot be more thankful for the seven months which have gone by. In spite of small desires in my heart which remain unfulfilled, I am glad for the first half of this year.

Joy always :)

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For today

I am thankful for today as I have been given another day in my life. The joys of a new home are beautiful and exciting.

My cup is overflowing :)

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