What MOOD am I in???
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31^st March 2012 was a night of unforeseen memories. The unpleasant power-cuts and the not-so-hot mosquito bites had kept me awake all night. In the mega mourn of that aura, I took my mobile phone and set to work.

I’m known among my friends as a silent killer. Underneath all the sheen of shy manliness, I pride myself as a person of inexplicable talent. Well, enough with the brags already! That night was a meaningful turn as I twisted my mind in cracking some pranks with my contacts. Everyone on my list received a “Happy Birthday to you” on account of the unavoidable April 1^st Fool’s Day. Most of my pals replied with messages that cannot be mentioned on such a good blog.

Although I had fun the entire night, I slept peacefully like a dead man, not knowing the ripple effect it would create. At 8:30am the next morning, I woke up having to find that I was left alone in my room. The place felt deserted and the shelves were ransacked as if hit by a tornado. Lucky for me I found my Laptop still lying on the table. Feeling the need for a social revamp, I turned it on to log into Facebook. Loading….Loading….Loading… it took more time than usual and luckily the Windows logo appeared christened with it magical colors.

Quenched with the thirst for rejuvenation, I stared at my welcome screen only to find that someone had messed with my account. Now there were multiple users, with smiling faces that looked like a teasing spree. I tried running around the entire hostel to find my room-mates, but they were not to be seen. I felt so distressed and despaired as such a behavior was so uncommon. I was sweating and beating up my bed, and almost tried to break the laptop, all in that frustration to overcome my fate.

Then it struck as though by lightening, my room-mate woke me up from my ill-tempered sleep and asked me, “What happened da???…Why are you banging the bed???”. Pfft!!! It was just one of those horrible nightmares!! And I was fooled by my very own mind!!! What an April starter!!!!

College Life is a Sweet Winter...

Battered in El Salvador,

My spirit yearns for cold…

Trained like a young Labrador,

The mind sways away, untold!

Gentle mist from heaven afar,

Rained down like snow…

Hailstorms once iced above,

Now felt like tears of joy!

Emptied up like Santa’s ride,

Felt me, at end of time…

Feelings of happy tides,

Now rang on like a chime…

By: Anoop M. Mathew

Dated: 22-03-2012

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She’s been with me for so long,

Helped me sail through the storms;

Been a guide in bonded form,

In every situ and silly norm!

She's near me daily, in my room,

Works playfully over the gloom;

Bore my stress upon her whole,

Never left, even when I let her down, lo!

She faithfully stands as an asset,

Works perfectly like a Passat;

I guess my gratitude has no bounds,

Thank you Red Devil, my blood, my hound!

By: Anoop M. Mathew

On: 02-03-2012

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When one life ends, another life is given birth to. Why do people not understand the value of life? Experience is the key factor that determines the efficiency of a person’s thoughts. With time, a human being gets matured, which means that he gets familiarized with the situations around him that he learns to become versatile. Often, some people neglect experience and go for their own insight. Conscience affected people are the ones who end up with suicides and illness caused due to unwanted intake of harmful substances.

Time is of essence
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There is always a lot of ideology that builds up even while youngsters start off their world into the realm of adulthood. The facts may look strange and the world may seem a more meaningless place. This feeling is experienced by most of the solitary reapers who spend most of their time by themselves. It is said that loneliness is a thought-provoker, yet it is also true that an idle mind is the Devil’s workshop. Casting away these spells is a reality that is so unaccomplished by many.

Teenage is the age for exploring new things, and teenagers often have the urge to misuse their freedom. Freedom when misused can have many difficult consequences. What do these young minds really need when it comes to reality? It would be none other than a good example. In this world today whom can you show as a perfect example? Well you’d ask me now, “But nobody’s perfect right?”…. True!

Perfection is just a myth, getting close to perfection and trying for that coveted title is the real challenge. Youngsters need someone they can rely on, it may be a good friend, a close brother, or even parents who know them well. But how do you get to know someone? It’s only through communication, and to communicate effectively, you need time!!!

Time is of essence. Time can make or break a man. All that’s left of in a man’s record is his time. Let people remember you for your time that you spend with them. Let them feel better because of you. You only live once, and that may be the greatest gift you can give to anyone….!!! So use time wisely and live life daily!

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Climbing the ladder to success is like watering a never ending fountain. The human perspective of clear vision is achieved once we get a clear ideology of things. To prove this concept, mankind has ever since kept trying to climb the steps of wisdom to achieve success. But where does this wisdom lie? 

A lunatic soul once took off to the Himalayas. His hand was filled with breadcrumbs of formulae to nourish his daily inspiration. But little did he know that the birds of the air were far better thinkers than his perverted mind. Keeping aside all strain, he hustled towards his goal, conquering over milestones and surpassing missile toes of misfortune. As he etched towards his peak, he noticed that life felt stranger and lonelier. He wished for companionship but found none. Hardened by the ever thirsty feeling for love, he rechecked his past to find that all he gained was worthless. Life suddenly felt like a breeze, and he was a stranger to the world around him. Desperate for redemption, he pursued towards the heights even against all odds. Wind and rain broke down his splendor, and tree roots filled his stomach. But the room for lust had died and snowfall had filled his life. Finally, at the end of time, he reached the top only to find himself a lonely man with no bonds, no more passion and a lost life. The end may seem bitter but this may be what you would expect from the saga of a Yogi.

Success can blind you, but never forget where you came from. A humble man who shows self-restraint is better than a proud boaster. Sometimes we forget that we are mere human, bound to humane errors and chased by unfulfilled dreams. The real successful people are those who can smile even at the darkest hours of their lives, with the courage that all will turn out for the good. My salute to such minds!

Trust

Hard to build, easier to break 

Breaking trust is a piece of cake 

Building trust may take so long 

That breaking it, will seem so wrong. 

Every relationship is built on trust 

Love and care never lets it rust 

Trusting a stranger is hard to do 

Especially when they act sweet and try to woo 

Trusting someone is giving him the capability 

To break you down into pieces, wholly and completely 

Yet, you are so sure that they will not 

Its your confidence and faith, not an option that you got 

Trust, you see, is a powerful word 

So has been told, so has been heard 

Trust cannot be given to all 

Neither can be obtained By means of maul 

Trusting blindly is a gift you give 

And this trust is destined to live 

In the hearts of friends forever 

In years to come through fruitful endeavour! 

By: Majida Shaheen

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Human mind is a wonderful machine of vibrant thoughts. It works like a wonder and the greatest challenge faced by even the best psychologist is to analyse the human thought. If anyone could control his own thoughts, he would redefine the concept of 'perfection'. Unlike the earlier version of homo-sapiens and the men of the previous century, our era has evolved into a more desperate kind. We want more than what has been achieved by our ancestors. Newer inventions and discoveries are yet to be made. Particularly, the concept of a greener planet is a myth that is slowly coming to life with the advent of newer technologies that assist in the production of better features of lifestyle. Our ancestors may have destroyed the planet, but our breed of survivors are trying to replenish the adverse effects of the past with smarter solutions. Let us hope that with time there will be a better understanding within humans themselves about the need for a cleaner planet. The urge must be sown within each of us, only then can a change take place. We have to change ourselves first, before we try to change the planet. We need to shed our skins of greediness and selfishness, eradicate corruption, support freedom for all, and equal rights to all; only then can we change the planet. Otherwise, all that we keep trying to do will end up just like a hole in the pocket of a government employee. With this small touch of thought, let's begin our endeavor into this new year with a different perspective. Happy New Year!!!

Earlier i used to wonder, 

What exactly is love? 

I used to sit for hours and ponder, 

Why is it considered above 

All feelings and emotions, its so pure 

Its a feeling you understand 

Only once you experience to be sure 

That its better than the shores and sand 

Better than the world’s best place 

Gives you joy and happiness infinite 

Just with a single glimpse of his face 

My day seems to be magically bright 

Yes, i am in love 

For this feeling is so new 

Life’s colourful; red, yellow, mauve 

With all the shades and hue 

I think about him all the time 

Want him to succeed in every way 

His happiness is my sole prime 

Just talking to him, makes my day 

The way he loves me 

Without terms and conditions 

So untrue it all seems to be 

His never ending care and affection 

Love is one of the best things 

That can happen to anyone 

Your heart wants to dance and sing 

Days seem blessed from mon to sun 

Thank you God for this wonderful feeling 

So pure, eternal and divine 

He, by my side, my life is reeling 

He is just mine, mine and mine!

By: Majida Shaheen 

Lucre lava, it’s burning
Supernova, the end’s nearing
Messed up titans of Atlantis fall
Left behind tales of Troy’s tall
Giant mammoth of times ago
Felt the pain of homosapien bows!
Dodo flew not, so extinct
Tiger, wild, in dangerous kill
Blue whales blow off to the sky
Birds we knew once, now a lie
Time and tilde of tide at bliss
Wake up by the quake’s distress
Gone are ages of happy pasts
History changes, lets’ hope we last!

By: Anoop M.Mathew
Date: 3-11-2011