5 Type of Guys You Meet in an Arranged Marriage Setup

At the onset, I would just like to say that ‘This is a work of non-fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents are either the outburst of the author's real life experiences or the result of author’s observation used in a non-fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely not so coincidental’.

Firstly, I have absolutely nothing against arrange marriage (not that I have any other option). It’s a tradition which we all have grown up with, only to know how torturous it gets with fleeting time. Though, there’s been an evident evolution from the chai cups and trays at home scenario to coffees and waffles in the café, but there are some things which you really can’t get away with. For the ones who are married can sympathise, and the ones who are yet to kiss the frog, are living it and how. And the ones who are you yet to enter the market, my condolences are already with you babies!

Let’s have a look at the 5 types of men/guys you will or would have already come across, adding the drama to your otherwise dull and boring life!

1. The one who stalks you. Right in front of you

All of us have met this bunch of ‘Sherlocks’ at some point in life, but how about the ones who stalk you right when you are sitting across the table? Sending you a follow request and asking you to follow him back on Instagram, Facebook and why leave LinkedIn also. All of this on your 1^st date. Yes, such self-proclaimed luminaries exist. He does nothing, but adds to your regret of meeting him, which you didn’t want to anyway.

2. The over-excited hormone

He’s the one who loves to be that extra. All of us love gifts, undoubtedly, but when someone gets you gifts (mind you – Zara bags and clothes), he’s already got the wedding bells ringing in his ears, eyes, mind and everywhere else (pun intended). You don’t need such kind of desperation in life.

3. The time-difference detector

An arrange marriage process is outright incomplete without meeting an Amreeki return. You know it’s ‘time’ to leave, when he tries to shut his wrist watch alarm which you didn’t even hear, because the poor soul forgot to change the time zone. Can we please get a little better and classier at bragging here without the pseudo accent which is miraculously developed in a span of few months?

4. The human timetable

He has a specific hour dedicated to eat, sleep, breathe, poop and everything that can possibly fit in his professed schedule. He calls you when you are 5 minutes late in replying to his messages to check if you are alive or maybe he is just not used to this kind of unpunctuality. Are you ready to transform your life into a revolutionary calendar?

5. The shy baby

This little nervous and shy baby can confuse you, as you may not know is he really shy or just not interested. His shyness can put any Bhartiya Nari to shame. Get ready for some awkward silence and eye rolling moments. It’s time to strike a conversation and make him feel comfortable, yeah!

Well, these are just some of the experiences we’ve had (my best friends and I), and I know the list just doesn’t end here. So ladies, do share your fun arrange marriage stories and let’s get an entertaining discussion rolling. For all the men out there, no hard feelings!

Let Her Be!

The world is changing

but her world is still the same. She can't ask for more of anything,
Because she's a girl and she's got no rights to claim.

She loves you more than you can ever expect,
But she fails every time she tries to express.
She doesn't ask for money, or your undivided attention.
She just wants some time to experience new joy and craves affection.

Life has never been easy for her,
But she's still an inspiration for many.
Because her faith and passion,

Doesn't let her give up on any.

Life without her parents would be a nightmare,

But there’s no harm in giving her some space.

Just let her be,

Before she runs elsewhere.

She can die for people she loves,

Not forgetting she can kill someone for the same.

But just let her be when she asks for,

Because peace is what her name stands for.

It’s ok if she achieves success late,

It’s ok if she doesn't have the love of her life right now.

For her, there is no right age for getting a job or to get married,

Because she believes in moments of perfection no matter when, where and how.

Independence gives her an adrenaline rush,

All she needs is your belief and trust.

There have been hurdles on her way in and out,

And she nails them with just one purpose of making you proud.

Why don’t you believe in her and let her fly,

She will succeed, even if you just be there for a while.

Discard your endless worries and cries,

Everybody else can take a step back and get a life.

She doesn’t utter a word back because she respects,

She’s not the one who hurts and shouts.

She will do it all what everyone expects,

But just take care of her little dream clouds.

Just let her be and she will stand out,

Be there, she’ll pour her heart out.

She knows the rights, wrongs and future might be,

She will do all what you want, just let her be.

Let her be!

5 Reasons Why You Should Watch Breaking Bad

Today, we live in the age, where we are judged by our social media profiles and where the youth talks sitcoms. And if you have happened to miss out on the latest talked about series or movies, apparently, it seems like you haven’t been living at all. Albeit some of these trends are just too ostentatious, but watching something worth on television can truly help you binge on some drama in your dull and monotonous life. 

And one such show that brings you all the ecstasy and excitement is Breaking Bad. Critics has much-admired the show and the fans can’t agree more to this. There is absolutely no reason for not watching it. It leaves you totally daunted right from the first episode and consequently you can’t help but to watch all of it without getting jaded. With a brilliant cast and a story that confines you in it, you will be left nothing but amazed. So check out these 5 reasons why you should watch Breaking Bad –

5.  Aaron Paul

Yeah Bitch! Girls, you undeniably can’t miss the hot Jesse Pinkman here. But when we talk of him as an actor, his performance surpasses his looks way beyond words. The popularity and appreciation of the show would have been for a toss, if not for Aaron Paul. He is as sensitive as much as a spoilt drug aficionado and the manner in which these gainsay emotions are showcased with his expressions and dialogs are worth a watch.

4.  Moments/Characters that ring a bell

You can call them the brand (Breaking Bad) recall elements or moments and people that you will never forget even though you may fail to remember the gush of the show.  Right from their ‘RV’ which was the meth making work station to the ‘Bald Brothers’ with no expressions whatsoever.  I am sure when any of the Breaking Bad fan visits new Mexico, he is sure to eat at ‘Los Polos Hermanos’ at Albuquerque :D And my friends, after watching BB, I am sure you’ll never ring a hotel lobby bell in the same way again, would you?

3.  Spell-bound Cast

It is enormously unfair to give the tribute of the success of the show just to the main leads and forget the rest of the captivating cast of the series. Right from the bold and strong Skyler White to the most chilling but intimidating bad guy Gus Fring, each of them has put in their soul to bring out the best of their characters. The problem solver lawyer Saul Goodman is been a phenomenal character with his witty one liners whereas Hank Schrader enacts an intelligent DEA officer who faces a tough time to reveal the poker face of his brother – in- law Walter White. The awards given to the supporting actors, well, are highly deserved.

2.  Bryan Cranston

Yes, he is the star of the show. Vince Villigan, has made the best choice for the character of Walter White, letting the show success go leaps and bounds. He has left no stone unturned to bring out the intensity of this character. His dual role of Walter White and Heisenberg defines Breaking Bad.  He is the danger and he is the one who knocks. A performance class- apart with the right sum of emotions of a loving family man and a dangerous meth maker calls for all the awards he’s won. He is one of the brilliant reasons to watch this show.

1. Breathtaking Concept

And here comes the best quality about the show, its fabulous conceptualization. Never has been a TV show so unique, fascinating and so well-written. The problem of a middle class family man – a cancer dealing chemistry professor and how he breaks bad to take care of his family and himself by using his chemistry to manufacture methamphetamine is something you have not seen before. The script/story gives a very subtle appearance even to the most violent and gory scenes and characters. Apt placement of dialogs, emotions, expressions and characters makes it an enthralled experience ever.

Anywhichways, we all end up breaking bad once in a lifetime: D

5 Friends to Boost Your Happiness

Whom do we remember; when we have to tell the ‘hottest gossip’ or cry over the smallest of trouble? (Better put it as making a mountain out of a molehill) From sending them your latest wardrobe shopping pictures to crying your break up stories, you do it all with nobody other than your crazy but best friends. One thing I am swollen with pride of and thank god, is for blessing me with some golden pals who make my life more than perfectJ.  However sober or psycho, but har ek friend zaroori hota hai! I am sure we all have these 5 kind of whacky species in our gang of buddies and if not, make sure you have them. They make life fun and as I believe, simple J

The optimist/inspirational motivator

When you are on the planet negative and you think you have been jinxed by destiny (which is an extremely melodramatic and unrealistic thought), this friend comes to the rescue bringing in his/her affirmative vibes.  This person is always in hunt for the positive side even in the worst of situation and this will help you get a beautiful look at life making it simple. Yes, you may think the baba talks are not practically applicable, but trust me, when you listen to this person with a genuine ear, peace will knock your door.

The Drama Queen/Laughter Comrade

Yes, you know this person will act like a total freak and probably come up with the most pakav jokes when you need some desperate reason to smile.  This friend will leave no stone unturned to embarrass you while walking on the road, utterly unhesitant for Adam teasing and has all the traits of a fanatical crackpot but no doubt an entertaining individual. When the idealistic talks go overboard and you need some chuckle, this friend becomes zaruri.

The agony aunt/ The peace maker

The agony pal is the perfect person to look for when you have to natter out your crisis and ask for a sound advice. He/She is the sensible and mature one amidst all your friends and will always be there to listen to your copy willingly. You will suddenly feel grown and at your cool with this person  as they carry a different and better view to embark upon the petty and major troubles in what we call as ‘life’.

The Straightforward/Practical Crony

For a tight and momentous life, it is really important to have a candid person around you who will help you see the true and factual picture of any situation. No beating round the bush, this mate makes sure to give an honest opinion and is a firm believer in no-nonsense. You will never be in the darker side of the world since this friend will always be there as an eye-opener.

The Perfectionist/Time Machine

No, this buddy will not tolerate even when you are just five minutes late (even though it scarcely matters). Right from keeping things at their exact location to making a career decision, this person likes to be ‘just the thing’.  Until and unless you have such a person around to kick you and get things done on time, you will be away from punctuality for a good long era in your life. So listen to him/her and adapt aptness.

Just be there!

This bunch of extreme personalities prepare you for a tough yet breathtaking journey call “Life” J

Love, learn and grow with them. Now, that’s simple J

Make peace with 2013!

2014 is just around the corner. Keeping aside all your party wardrobe and venue qualms, take out some hushed minutes and think about all the things that may help you be at supreme peace when you are about to bid a farewell to 2013. Honestly, how happily can you dance or laugh on your new years eve when your heart is still wondering why has been my best friend not talking to me? Why is my heart broken by someone whom I really care for? Why am I not happy even after having all what I want? How can I take revenge for all that unwanted drama happened to me? And all the WH’s that has been thrown on you by your very ownself.

When the new year is about to begin, won’t you wish to give it a  start which is as serene and as happy as when a confine bird is set free to fly? Correspondingly, set your heart and spirit on the house to start your celebration with oodles of pure delight.

Keep no reluctance within you. Just let it go. Talk it out. Make peace with everyone having chip on your shoulder. Get the words out and let it happen in a subtle way.  Give your pal a jadu ki jhappi and say you love that idiot; tell your family they mean the world to you; go on your knees and express your feelings with whom you wish to grow old, gift forgiveness and take every small effort that you have always been longing to do, but never got an opportunity or your clock never showed the right time for it.

Life is too short to hold back your feelings and blaming destiny for your failure. Life gets harder and ugly when your anger or feelings are based on assumptions. Don’t let the new beginning have its foundation with fume within, your so called intuition, sneakiness and ego. You may be at the faulty side of the story or you may be not, a simple apology works wonders, especially the ones’ said with some flowers or chocolates ;). Try it buds, if it works, you owe me one for sure: D

Be a little more human, kind and compassionate and preserve these emotions for your lifetime. The sheer joy of giving is what makes you a complete piece of peace. So cover up for all your awful behavior (whether on purpose or not) and spread some smiles.

Celebrate love, apologies, forgiveness and friendship as a little bit of all makes what we dub as ‘Life’. A year filled with ecstasy and unavoidable drama (definitely worth it, believe me) awaits you!

Live 2014.SimplyJ

It's Time For Some Life!

After fighting all the lethargy that kept me away from starting to blog, literally, I have finally managed to throw away the languid hormones and start the game of words. Trust me, writing your first blog post can be scary. Starting my blog actually charged me leaving my job….ahh kidding ;). But that’s how in a point of fact I got some gap to realize that it’s time for some action.

Wondering what to start blogging with, made me think why not just throw a light as to what my blog is going to be all about. Naah, it’s definitely not going to be about the uncanny and intense Life talks nor do I have any plans to bore my fellow mates with those eerie relationship gyaan. Being my very first blog post I am just writing my heart out and hey, there’s always a room for improvement, right?

‘A Little of Everything Makes Life’ is nothing but my opinions of all the smallest and biggest affairs that sums up to what I perceive as Life. Right from describing the unsurpassed days, moments and thoughts to sharing the nastiest or the finest movie I may land up watching, I wish to pen it down all.

A little bit of fun and boredom, a little bit of smiles and frowns, a little bit of failure and success, a little bit of happiness and sorrow - That’s all the elements make up the compound called Life J

The fun lies in talking and doing things in the simplest of forms and that’s how I will go about while expressing myself through my words. Getting your thoughts and opinions on it would make me love you all the more, pals. 

Keep living and loving, Simply J