We Indians are easy to identify!
We are like this only So true, lets start the list
1. Everything you eat is savored in garlic, onion and tomatoes.
2. You try and reuse gift wrappers, gift boxes, and of course aluminum foil.
3. You are Always standing next to the two largest size suitcases at the Airport. 4. You arrive one or two hours late to a party - and think it's normal.
5. You peel the stamps off letters that the Postal Service missed to stamp.
6. You recycle Wedding Gifts , Birthday Gifts and Anniversary Gifts.
7. You name your children in rhythms (example, Sita & Gita, Ram & Shyam,
Kamini & Shamini.)
8. All your children have pet names, which sound nowhere close to their real names.
9. You take Indian snacks anywhere it says "No Food Allowed"
10. You talk for an hour at the front door when leaving someone's house.
11. You load up the family car with as many people as possible.
12. You use plastic to cover anything new in your house whether it's the remote control, VCR, carpet or new couch.
13. Your parents tell you not to care what your friends think, but they won't let you do certain things because of what the other "Uncles and Aunties" will think.
14. You buy and display crockery, which is never used, as it is for special occasions, which never happen!!
15. You have a vinyl tablecloth on your kitchen table.
16. You use grocery bags to hold garbage.
17. You keep leftover food in your fridge in as many numbers of bowls as possible.
18. Your kitchen shelf is full of jars, varieties of bowls and plastic utensils (may of which you got free with purchase of other stuff)
19. You carry a stash of your own food whenever you travel (and travel means any car ride longer than 15 minutes).
20. You own a rice cooker and a pressure cooker.
21. You fight over who pays the dinner bill.
22. You live with your parents and you are 40 years old.
23. You don't use measuring cups when cooking.
24. You never learnt how to stand in a queue.
25. You can only travel if there are 5 persons at least to see you off or receive you
whether you are traveling by bus, train or plane.
26. You only make long distance calls after 11 p.m.
27. If you don't live at home, when your parents call, they ask if you've eaten, even if it's midnight.
28. You call an older person you never met before Uncle or Aunty.
29. When your parents meet strangers and talk for a few minutes, you suddenly discover you're talking to a distant cousin.
30. Your parents don't realize phone connections to foreign countries have improved in the last two decades, and still scream at the top of their lungs when
making foreign calls.
31. You have bed sheets on your sofas so as to keep them from getting dirty.
32. It's embarrassing if your wedding has less than 700 people.
33. All your Tupperware is stained with food color.
34. You have drinking glasses made of steel.
35. You have mastered the art of bargaining in shopping.
Tuesday, October 5
Friday, September 17
"I don't go out on many dates..."
Lie. This one immediately sets off my bullshit detector. Why the hell do girls say this all the time? What do they want, my sympathy? I recently had the misfortune of talking to a girl that claimed she rarely went on dates.. yet every night of the week she goes dancing and hangs out with dipshits at the club. Hmm... going out, hanging around with guys.. sounds like the equivalent of a date to me, jackass.
"These new pants are giving me a rash between my legs..."
Lie. No, your inability to keep your legs closed for five minutes is giving you a rash between your legs. There's a girl I talked to that told me this; she said that she couldn't go dancing because she had a rash between her legs:
It just so happens that she's a super-bitch too. I'll just call her Crotch-Rash for short (to conceal her identity--not that it matters, anyone can follow the trail of nasty-nast she leaves behind to find out who she is). Maybe if Crotch-Rash didn't jump on everything that moved, she wouldn't be in the situation that she's in. Silly Crotch-Rash, pull your head out of your ass.
"I think you're really cool, let's hang out some time..."
Lie. This one translates to "I have no intention of calling you or hanging out with you, but I'm too much of a coward to tell you the truth, so I'll lead you on for a couple of weeks while you put your life on hold for me in case I actually stop being the indecisive bitch that I am and I give you a straight answer." Like I don't have anything better to do than to sit around and wait for your dumbass to call me. I'm so sick of inconsiderate hags that act like they're doing me a favor by gracing me with their BORING-ASS conversations on the phone. Tell you what super-bitch, just forget it.
"I like everything when it comes to music..."
Lie. Oh, you like everything? Great! Since you like all music, we'll listen to what I want the whole time. Dipshit. I hate even talking about music with girls because more often than not, if it's not something off of the latest top 10 on the radio or some new-age hippy bullshit, chances are that she's never heard of it. Hey, I have an idea! Why don't you derive your own taste in music and stop listening to the trendy shit on radio stations for a change. Just for the record, anyone that listens to NSYNC has problems, seriously. Who the hell in their right mind would listen to NSYNC? If you see NSYNC in your friend's CD collection, that should be a warning flag that says "STAY AWAY." Crotch-Rash listened to NSYNC and look at what a bitch she turned out to be.
"All I want is a nice guy that will make me feel special, that will listen to me and love me forever..."
Lie. She left off the part about "and a guy that will have plenty of raunchy sex with me because that's all most girls are really looking for, but we're too shallow to admit that to you because we want to keep this 'virgin-girl' image we have going on and we don't want to sound too slutty, so we're going to pretend that all the nice guys we've met so far haven't fit the bill when in reality, they've treated us infinitely better than any guy we could ever hope to meet at a club downtown." I've said this before and I'll say it again:
I know there are SOME out there that do.. the ratio of honest girls that want nice guys to sleazy girls that are in it for money and sex is very small, if not non-existant. However, I won't consider this possibility at this time.
Almost every guy that goes to a club goes there for one reason: ass. More often than not, they get it. Way to go champ, you got laid, now wipe off the disease and try your luck again. That's all they want and girls aren't so stupid as to not realize this, but they want to make it sound like they're perpetual victims that can't find the elusive "nice guy." Why don't you actually TRY LOOKING for one, you moron? That's like a guy trying to find a "nice girl" by cruising the streets downtown. You tread the grounds of prostitutes, so don't complain that all you have to show for it is a yield of whores. I'm so sick and tired of girls giving the false impression that they want a nice guy; this is only true for women in their 30's that have already spent a decade getting their brains screwed out and now they're finally pulling their heads out of their ass and they're looking for a decent guy to settle down with. It's not going to happen moron, you blew your chance. I see girls fall for bad guys every day. I see girls abused, cheated on and insulted in public ALL THE TIME. What the hell is wrong with them? They think that there's something wild and untamable about bad guys that's attractive? WAKE UP. WAKE UP. You're getting abused, hurt, murdered and taken advantage of. Holy shit, how can people be so stupid? Is there no end to the barrel of stupid they drink from?
"I'm not really seeing anyone..."
Lie. "...except for Jack, but he's just a friend.. and then there's Charlie, but it's nothing more than sex. I'm kind of seeing Rupert on the side, but he has two kids and I don't know if I want to be tied down by kids right now.. then there's Eddie, but he's a mechanic.. oh he's so hot, but I can't settle down with someone like him because he has no future and I need commitment .. John .. Jacob .. Mark .. blah blah blah blah blah" SOMEBODY TURN HER OFF. You want to find a guy, yet all you do is talk about other guys. Great move dipshit. No wonder you can't find anyone. Here's a hint: quit sleeping around. Maybe someone will eventually respect you enough to treat you more than just a sex object.
"I've never had sex before..."
Lie. Unless you ignore all those times I've been felt up on dates, performed and received oral, fooled around with other girls, etc etc etc. Why do girls lie about this? It doesn't have to be coitus for it to be sex. Sex is sex. Quit trying to give people the false impression that you're innocent and pure. Just tell the truth. If you're embarassed about it and regret doing it, then you probably shouldn't have done it in the first place. At the very least, you could respect yourself by telling the truth.
"Sorry I didn't call, my uncle was sick and there wasn't a phone in the hospital and I thought that maybe your pager battery died so I didn't bother paging you to tell you to not wait for me all day..."
Lie. Translation: I went drinking with my girlfriend and my mom. Oh, you didn't know I had a girlfriend? Oh yeah, well I'm bi and we've been seeing each other on and off (in more ways than one) for over two and a half years. I guess I forgot to mention that part. True story.
Saturday, September 11
a colourful punjabi wedding.......................
The Punjabis are best known for their zest for life, vivaciousness and of course, the bhangra, know how to pull all stops when it comes to celebrating. Punjabi Wedding Ceremony is a very lively yet a simple function and is celebrated with lots of relish. The wedding ceremony consists of many rituals, which have a distinctive significance and charisma. These weddings due to their colorful manner have got a major place in Indian movies.
Match Making
Matchmaking among Punjabis strictly follows the caste and descent of the prospective boy or the girl. Punjabis usually marry their daughter and son within the community only. Though relations among different castes and communities are increasingly being accepted by them and it is admirable about them. Horoscopes are matched to see which day is auspicious for the marriage.
Costumes
The wedding dress for the bride includes a Sharara, which is a long following skirt and blouse. There is a dupatta to cover the head. The groom wears a gorgeous Sherwani or a conventional salwar and kurta. But there are no rigid rules here.
Pre Wedding Rituals
There are a number of pre wedding rituals, which makes the Punjabi wedding even more colorful.
Roka Ceremony - Punjabi Wedding, Indian WeddingRoka: Roka ceremony is performed on a mutually convenient chosen date as `shubh muhurat`. Family members and close friends for basically exchanging gifts and cash attend this function. The girl`s mama (mother`s brother) gives her the nath (nose ring) that she wears on her wedding. The origin of this ceremony lies in the arranged marriage norm where the parents would let out the world that they are Rokalooking for a suitable match for their son or daughter. And once they had found that match, their search had come to an end. Though rings are not exchanged, the couple stands unofficially engaged after this ceremony. The wedding date is fixed after roka.
Sagai: The wedding celebrations begin with the tikka ceremony, held a week to ten days before the wedding (depending on the number of functions to follow) in which the family of the girl visits that of the boy`s carrying beautifully wrapped gifts and the tikka material: a silver tray with a few grains of rice and saffron in a tiny silver bowl, 14 chuharey (dried dates) covered with silver foil and a coconut wrapped in a gold leaf.
Sagan: The ceremony usually takes at the groom`s house. Sacred fire ceremony named "havan" is performed. The girl`s father applies the "tikka" (made of kesar, rice grains and flower petals) on the boy`s forehead who takes the blessing from the girl`s family members. Each of the relatives and friends present from the girl`s side then offers mithai to the boy and gives cash.
Chunni Chadana: On this occasion, the boy`s parents and relatives visit the girl`s house. The boy`s sister presents the bride a red "chunni" or a red sari. After dressing the girl in those clothes, they lead her to the venue of the ceremony where the groom`s mother gives her gifts and adorns her with jwellery. The boy and the girl exchange rings and the girl is given gifts, in cash and kind, by all those present from the boy`s side.
Sangeet: Before the wedding day after Sagan on every night till the wedding day, the relatives and friends get together for singing sessions both at the boy`s as well as the girl`s house. One day is fixed for special sangeet session, which is attended and celebrated by both the sides together.
Mehendi: Mehendi is applied on the bride`s hands and feet either by a family member or by a professional but the important factor is that the Mehendi is sent by the boy`s side as part of the kwar dhoti. Wedding Ceremony
chuda ceremony - Punjabi Wedding, Indian WeddingCeremonies at the girl`s house: The "chuda" ceremony begins with a "havan" or "puja". The oldest members of the family performing this ceremony keep a fast till chuda. The chuda, i.e., the set of cream and red ivory bangles, is not shown to the girl just before the ceremony. After the puja everybody present is supposed to touch the chuda, which symbolizes offering his or her good wishes to the girl. The bride is suppose to sit in front of the four oil lamps lit and to which the oil is constantly added so that the glow will be reflected on her face and she will look more beautiful on the wedding eve. A paste of turmeric powder and mustard oil is applied to her body and then the bride is given a bath with holy water. The bride then wears her bridal attire, which as per tradition given by the maternal uncle.
Sehra Ceremonies at the Groom`s house: The bridegroom is applied a paste of turmeric and mustard oil and is bathed by water brought by his sister in law. He changes into his wedding attire, which is presented to him by his maternal uncle. The boy`s father or an elderly relative ties the "sehra" on his head. The pink turban is touched by all present before it is died on the groom`s head. The groom then leaves for the venue.
At the venue: The bride`s family waits at the entrance to greet the baarat (the groom and his family), who reach singing and dancing. The father, brother, uncles and grandfathers of the groom embrace the corresponding members of the bride`s family. While embracing, they try to lift each other as a show of strength and superiority, amidst much laughter and cheer. When they enter the venue the bride is brought out and the couple exchange garlands. The groom, who is usually taller than the bride, is not supposed to bend while she is garlanding him, to tease the bride as if to say she is the one who would have to compromise in the relationship; he will not bend. Another game played is by placing a ring in a plate filled with milk. The bride and groom dip their hands in the plate and the one who comes out with the ring will dominate in the marriage.
As the time of the mahurat approaches, the boy is led to the "vedi" where the pundit performs puja for the boy. The boy recites the first few mantras only. This is the time for the mischievous pranksters from the girl`s side to grab for the groom`s shoes, which they later exchange for money. Thereafter the girl is led to the "vedi". Then the ritual of "kanya daan" takes place where the girl`s father puts a ring on the boy`s finger before placing his daughter`s hand in his. Thereafter the couple takes the seven pheras around the holy fire. Then the bride puts a foot on a stone as she says no matter what problems come their way, she will be stable - solid as a rock. Her brother pours kheel (a sweet) into her hands, which she pours into her husband`s hands. Just as the kheel cannot return to it`s original state of grain, neither can the bride return to her earlier state of daughter of the house.
Bidai - Punjabi Wedding, Indian WeddingOnce this is done the boy`s father sprinkles water on the newly-weds to say that if there are misunderstandings between them, he will help calm them down - not add fuel to the fire. The bride then makes a tearful farewell to her new home in what is known as the `bidai`. Traditionally she would sit in a doli (palanquin), which would be carried by the bride`s brothers. Even now some brides sit in a doli, which takes her to the getaway car, where the groom and a few members of his family are waiting to escort her home.
Post Wedding Rituals
As per tradition on her first day in her new home, the bride is supposed to make a sweet dish like halwa or kheer. The parents and relatives of the groom give gifts and presents to the bride. After that the newly wed couple visit the girl`s parents where the girl and boy are given gifts of clothes and jwellery by the girl`s parents and relatives.
Match Making
Matchmaking among Punjabis strictly follows the caste and descent of the prospective boy or the girl. Punjabis usually marry their daughter and son within the community only. Though relations among different castes and communities are increasingly being accepted by them and it is admirable about them. Horoscopes are matched to see which day is auspicious for the marriage.
Costumes
The wedding dress for the bride includes a Sharara, which is a long following skirt and blouse. There is a dupatta to cover the head. The groom wears a gorgeous Sherwani or a conventional salwar and kurta. But there are no rigid rules here.
Pre Wedding Rituals
There are a number of pre wedding rituals, which makes the Punjabi wedding even more colorful.
Roka Ceremony - Punjabi Wedding, Indian WeddingRoka: Roka ceremony is performed on a mutually convenient chosen date as `shubh muhurat`. Family members and close friends for basically exchanging gifts and cash attend this function. The girl`s mama (mother`s brother) gives her the nath (nose ring) that she wears on her wedding. The origin of this ceremony lies in the arranged marriage norm where the parents would let out the world that they are Rokalooking for a suitable match for their son or daughter. And once they had found that match, their search had come to an end. Though rings are not exchanged, the couple stands unofficially engaged after this ceremony. The wedding date is fixed after roka.
Sagai: The wedding celebrations begin with the tikka ceremony, held a week to ten days before the wedding (depending on the number of functions to follow) in which the family of the girl visits that of the boy`s carrying beautifully wrapped gifts and the tikka material: a silver tray with a few grains of rice and saffron in a tiny silver bowl, 14 chuharey (dried dates) covered with silver foil and a coconut wrapped in a gold leaf.
Sagan: The ceremony usually takes at the groom`s house. Sacred fire ceremony named "havan" is performed. The girl`s father applies the "tikka" (made of kesar, rice grains and flower petals) on the boy`s forehead who takes the blessing from the girl`s family members. Each of the relatives and friends present from the girl`s side then offers mithai to the boy and gives cash.
Chunni Chadana: On this occasion, the boy`s parents and relatives visit the girl`s house. The boy`s sister presents the bride a red "chunni" or a red sari. After dressing the girl in those clothes, they lead her to the venue of the ceremony where the groom`s mother gives her gifts and adorns her with jwellery. The boy and the girl exchange rings and the girl is given gifts, in cash and kind, by all those present from the boy`s side.
Sangeet: Before the wedding day after Sagan on every night till the wedding day, the relatives and friends get together for singing sessions both at the boy`s as well as the girl`s house. One day is fixed for special sangeet session, which is attended and celebrated by both the sides together.
Mehendi: Mehendi is applied on the bride`s hands and feet either by a family member or by a professional but the important factor is that the Mehendi is sent by the boy`s side as part of the kwar dhoti. Wedding Ceremony
chuda ceremony - Punjabi Wedding, Indian WeddingCeremonies at the girl`s house: The "chuda" ceremony begins with a "havan" or "puja". The oldest members of the family performing this ceremony keep a fast till chuda. The chuda, i.e., the set of cream and red ivory bangles, is not shown to the girl just before the ceremony. After the puja everybody present is supposed to touch the chuda, which symbolizes offering his or her good wishes to the girl. The bride is suppose to sit in front of the four oil lamps lit and to which the oil is constantly added so that the glow will be reflected on her face and she will look more beautiful on the wedding eve. A paste of turmeric powder and mustard oil is applied to her body and then the bride is given a bath with holy water. The bride then wears her bridal attire, which as per tradition given by the maternal uncle.
Sehra Ceremonies at the Groom`s house: The bridegroom is applied a paste of turmeric and mustard oil and is bathed by water brought by his sister in law. He changes into his wedding attire, which is presented to him by his maternal uncle. The boy`s father or an elderly relative ties the "sehra" on his head. The pink turban is touched by all present before it is died on the groom`s head. The groom then leaves for the venue.
At the venue: The bride`s family waits at the entrance to greet the baarat (the groom and his family), who reach singing and dancing. The father, brother, uncles and grandfathers of the groom embrace the corresponding members of the bride`s family. While embracing, they try to lift each other as a show of strength and superiority, amidst much laughter and cheer. When they enter the venue the bride is brought out and the couple exchange garlands. The groom, who is usually taller than the bride, is not supposed to bend while she is garlanding him, to tease the bride as if to say she is the one who would have to compromise in the relationship; he will not bend. Another game played is by placing a ring in a plate filled with milk. The bride and groom dip their hands in the plate and the one who comes out with the ring will dominate in the marriage.
As the time of the mahurat approaches, the boy is led to the "vedi" where the pundit performs puja for the boy. The boy recites the first few mantras only. This is the time for the mischievous pranksters from the girl`s side to grab for the groom`s shoes, which they later exchange for money. Thereafter the girl is led to the "vedi". Then the ritual of "kanya daan" takes place where the girl`s father puts a ring on the boy`s finger before placing his daughter`s hand in his. Thereafter the couple takes the seven pheras around the holy fire. Then the bride puts a foot on a stone as she says no matter what problems come their way, she will be stable - solid as a rock. Her brother pours kheel (a sweet) into her hands, which she pours into her husband`s hands. Just as the kheel cannot return to it`s original state of grain, neither can the bride return to her earlier state of daughter of the house.
Bidai - Punjabi Wedding, Indian WeddingOnce this is done the boy`s father sprinkles water on the newly-weds to say that if there are misunderstandings between them, he will help calm them down - not add fuel to the fire. The bride then makes a tearful farewell to her new home in what is known as the `bidai`. Traditionally she would sit in a doli (palanquin), which would be carried by the bride`s brothers. Even now some brides sit in a doli, which takes her to the getaway car, where the groom and a few members of his family are waiting to escort her home.
Post Wedding Rituals
As per tradition on her first day in her new home, the bride is supposed to make a sweet dish like halwa or kheer. The parents and relatives of the groom give gifts and presents to the bride. After that the newly wed couple visit the girl`s parents where the girl and boy are given gifts of clothes and jwellery by the girl`s parents and relatives.
Friday, August 27
wedding come alive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
August 28, 2010
Wedding Flowers Tips By:Amanpreet Singh
What would a wedding be without the beauty and romance of flowers? They create that pleasing visual backdrop and atmosphere of aromatic delight. Yes, you’ve been dreaming about it, but now it’s time to get down to the practicalities that will make your dream come true. If you read on, you can avoid something that should be pleasurable and sensual from becoming downright cumbersome and grueling. Take a look at our most frequently asked questions: What exactly do I need flowers for? You will need personal flowers, i.e. bouquets for the bride and bridesmaids, boutonnieres for the groom, father of the bride and groom, groomsmen, and corsages for mother of the bride and groom. Ceremony flowers - whether it’s a wedding in the home or a place of worship. Reception flowers - usually includes centerpieces for tables, guest book table and possibly the cake table. What’s the average cost for wedding flowers? The average cost for wedding flowers can range between 50000 to 100000 rs. When do I start shopping for my florist? If you know your wedding date, start shopping 6 months ahead of time.
Many of the best wedding floral designers are booked well in advance. Begin by gathering your ideas. Start collecting pictures of flowers and color schemes from bridal, home & garden and food magazines. Of course the internet can be a great inspiration for ideas as well. Try looking at wallpaper or fabric books. They have wonderful ideas for color palettes. Then just don't start shopping around for floral designers. Believe it or not, at this point you do not have know the color of your bridesmaids’ gowns, nor do you have to have a color scheme in mind. Your concern is to view their work and to feel comfortable with the the designer. Don’t be afraid to ask how many weddings we ’eve done and to see photos of their work. I recommend you go to "questions to ask us before venturing out to shop in case you become tongue tied. Once you have narrowed down your choices for floral designers, secure the date by leaving a deposit. Usually a deposit ranges from 10000-15000
Make sure you get the date in writing and find out whether the deposit is refundable. OK, I picked my floral designer that is us. Now what? Now you go armed and prepared. Remember your wish collection of flowers and colors? Bring in everything you’ve got. Don’t worry if you’re stuck on ideas. Your designer will know how to draw out your likes and dislikes. Her job is to guide you, not to bowl you over with ideas that don’t suit your personality and overall desires, not to mention budget. *Make sure your designer understands to work within the budget you finally agree upon. HOME Help! We’re on a tight budget. How can we save money? There are a few ways to make money.
Here’s some hints: -Choose blooms that are in season (for your wedding date) and/or locally grown.
-Ask your designer ahead of time how the flowers can be used for both ceremony and reception sites. This way, they’re not just used for one hour. -Ask if your designer if he/she would be willing to transport the flowers from the reception site to the ceremony. If they are not willing to include this in the price, ask a friend to transport them and place them appropriately at the reception site.
-Don’t let your floral designer talk you into putting flowers in every nook and cranny. It isn’t necessary. Put your most expensive arrangements where you want to make the biggest impression or where they will be seen the most. Use lots of greenery, alone or with baby’s breath or bows. Bows may even be used alone. Greenery with tulle looks very romantic!
-Choose smaller bouquets. Gone are the days where the bouquet is practically all you see when the bride walks down the aisle. Besides, they cover up the dress and are very heavy. By the end of ceremony, your goal is not to feel like you’ve had a great work-out. Contract Tips -Make sure every little thing is itemized on your contract.-Make sure it stipulates when and where the flowers will be delivered.
-Don’t forget to ask if someone will be there to assist you on the day of the wedding. A good floral designer should be there to help pin on the boutonnieres and corsages etc
General TIPS - Centerpieces - If you want your guests to be able to see each other across the table, the centerpieces should either be above or below eye level, or about 14 inches.
Wedding Flowers Tips By:Amanpreet Singh
What would a wedding be without the beauty and romance of flowers? They create that pleasing visual backdrop and atmosphere of aromatic delight. Yes, you’ve been dreaming about it, but now it’s time to get down to the practicalities that will make your dream come true. If you read on, you can avoid something that should be pleasurable and sensual from becoming downright cumbersome and grueling. Take a look at our most frequently asked questions: What exactly do I need flowers for? You will need personal flowers, i.e. bouquets for the bride and bridesmaids, boutonnieres for the groom, father of the bride and groom, groomsmen, and corsages for mother of the bride and groom. Ceremony flowers - whether it’s a wedding in the home or a place of worship. Reception flowers - usually includes centerpieces for tables, guest book table and possibly the cake table. What’s the average cost for wedding flowers? The average cost for wedding flowers can range between 50000 to 100000 rs. When do I start shopping for my florist? If you know your wedding date, start shopping 6 months ahead of time.
Many of the best wedding floral designers are booked well in advance. Begin by gathering your ideas. Start collecting pictures of flowers and color schemes from bridal, home & garden and food magazines. Of course the internet can be a great inspiration for ideas as well. Try looking at wallpaper or fabric books. They have wonderful ideas for color palettes. Then just don't start shopping around for floral designers. Believe it or not, at this point you do not have know the color of your bridesmaids’ gowns, nor do you have to have a color scheme in mind. Your concern is to view their work and to feel comfortable with the the designer. Don’t be afraid to ask how many weddings we ’eve done and to see photos of their work. I recommend you go to "questions to ask us before venturing out to shop in case you become tongue tied. Once you have narrowed down your choices for floral designers, secure the date by leaving a deposit. Usually a deposit ranges from 10000-15000
Make sure you get the date in writing and find out whether the deposit is refundable. OK, I picked my floral designer that is us. Now what? Now you go armed and prepared. Remember your wish collection of flowers and colors? Bring in everything you’ve got. Don’t worry if you’re stuck on ideas. Your designer will know how to draw out your likes and dislikes. Her job is to guide you, not to bowl you over with ideas that don’t suit your personality and overall desires, not to mention budget. *Make sure your designer understands to work within the budget you finally agree upon. HOME Help! We’re on a tight budget. How can we save money? There are a few ways to make money.
Here’s some hints: -Choose blooms that are in season (for your wedding date) and/or locally grown.
-Ask your designer ahead of time how the flowers can be used for both ceremony and reception sites. This way, they’re not just used for one hour. -Ask if your designer if he/she would be willing to transport the flowers from the reception site to the ceremony. If they are not willing to include this in the price, ask a friend to transport them and place them appropriately at the reception site.
-Don’t let your floral designer talk you into putting flowers in every nook and cranny. It isn’t necessary. Put your most expensive arrangements where you want to make the biggest impression or where they will be seen the most. Use lots of greenery, alone or with baby’s breath or bows. Bows may even be used alone. Greenery with tulle looks very romantic!
-Choose smaller bouquets. Gone are the days where the bouquet is practically all you see when the bride walks down the aisle. Besides, they cover up the dress and are very heavy. By the end of ceremony, your goal is not to feel like you’ve had a great work-out. Contract Tips -Make sure every little thing is itemized on your contract.-Make sure it stipulates when and where the flowers will be delivered.
-Don’t forget to ask if someone will be there to assist you on the day of the wedding. A good floral designer should be there to help pin on the boutonnieres and corsages etc
General TIPS - Centerpieces - If you want your guests to be able to see each other across the table, the centerpieces should either be above or below eye level, or about 14 inches.
Monday, July 26
this year,,,,
This year I learned just exactly what stress is and ultimately what it can do to a person. I became very pessimistic and kind of a pain to be around. But luckily with the help of some very good friends, I discovered that I do have a lot to be thankful for and that I live a blessed life. Although throughout life we will all face obstacles, we must hold on to the hope we have and we will overcome them. Have a little faith and remember to always appreciate the little things in life.
Thursday, July 22
Commonly used phrases at the office &what they actually mean!!!
Commonly used phrases at the office &what they actually mean!!!
For your information please (FYI) ------We don’t know what to do with this, so you please keep it
Noted & returned------ we don’t know what to do with this so please keep it a little while.
Review & comment------ do the dirty work so that I can forward it.
Actions please------goes & get you involved for me so that I can claim the credit.
For your necessary action------ its your headache now.
Copy to -------- here is the share of the headache.
For your approval, please --------put your neck on the chopping board for me.
Action is being taken------ your correspondence is lost & we are trying to locate it.
Your letter is receiving our attention------we are still trying to figure out what you want.
Please discuss-------- I don’t know what the hell this is, so please brief me.
For your immediate action------do it now or you will get into trouble.
Please reply soon------- please be efficient, it makes me look inefficient.
We are investigating / processing your request with relevant authorities-------they are causing the delay, not us.
Regards------- thanks for reading this nonsense.
For your information please (FYI) ------We don’t know what to do with this, so you please keep it
Noted & returned------ we don’t know what to do with this so please keep it a little while.
Review & comment------ do the dirty work so that I can forward it.
Actions please------goes & get you involved for me so that I can claim the credit.
For your necessary action------ its your headache now.
Copy to -------- here is the share of the headache.
For your approval, please --------put your neck on the chopping board for me.
Action is being taken------ your correspondence is lost & we are trying to locate it.
Your letter is receiving our attention------we are still trying to figure out what you want.
Please discuss-------- I don’t know what the hell this is, so please brief me.
For your immediate action------do it now or you will get into trouble.
Please reply soon------- please be efficient, it makes me look inefficient.
We are investigating / processing your request with relevant authorities-------they are causing the delay, not us.
Regards------- thanks for reading this nonsense.
Tuesday, July 6
Children live what they learn
If a child lives with criticism
He learns to condemn
If he lives with hostility
He learns violence
If he lives with shame
He learns to feel guilty
If he lives with encouragement
He learns to be confident
If he lives with praise
He learns to appreciate
If he lives with fairness
He learns justice
If he lives with security
He learns faith
If he lives with approval
He learns to like himself
And
If he lives with acceptance & friendship
He learns to love the world
Tuesday, June 29
Are you A reason, season or A lifetime!!!!!!!!!!
“to describe life in three words ..IT GOES ON……….”
People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you figure out which one it is, you will know what to do for each person and moreover all what to do with that person.
Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good luck... Illness, injury, love, defeats and your unintentional acts of foolishness occur to test the limits of your soul. Without these small tests, life would be like a smooth, flat, straight road leading to nowhere
Sometimes people come to your life and you know right away that they were meant to be right there. ……..to serve some sort of purpose, teach you a lesson or help to figure out who you are and who you want to become. They come for a reason……………… They may seem like God send and THEY ACTUALLY ARE.
You never know who these people may be but when you lock eyes with them, you know that very moment they will affect your life in some profound way. And sometimes things happen to you at the time they seem horrible, painful & unfair but in reflection you realize that without overcoming those obstacles you have never realized your true potential.
AND THEN
Without any wrong doing on your part or at an inconvenient time, that person will say something to bring the relation to an end…some times they die….sometimes they walk away…or they act up and force you to take a stand ….and that of course seems like a dead end, But its not.
What we must realize is that our need is met, work is done and desires are fulfilled. The prayer you sent up has been answered.
So just move on…
When people come in your life for a season, it’s because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn. They bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done before. They give you an unbelievable amount of joy………….But only for a season. a predetermined period of time. The end of which was known to you much before it happened.
Lifetime relations…………………………..they teach you more than what a lesson is ….a lifetime lesson,,,,,, things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation … your job is to accept the lesson , love the person and put forward what you have learned to use in all other relations and areas of your life….
Well, linking this concept with our life….we sometime fail to categorize our relations in these three parameters and even it’s a tuff task. Even some critics of this concept treat this as an act of selfishness to divide relations in groups.
Sunday, June 27
for all those who keep on dusting.............
Let the dust rockkkkkkkkk!!!!!
Thursday, June 24
HINDU INFILTRATION OF SIKH INSTITUTIONS
HINDU INFILTRATION OF SIKH INSTITUTIONS AT THE HIGHEST LEVELS
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SHAMELESS JATHEDARS : Vedanti, Tarlochan Singh and Gurbachan Singh
Presented with images of Hindu Deity Ram Chander at a pro-RSS function
- Chaman Lal organizes pro-RSS function with chairs in front of Guru Granth Sahib
- Vedanti and others attend function, accept gifts depicting Hindu Deities
View Entire Gallery of Photos Exposing the Jathedars and Chaman Lal
New Delhi - Panthic Weekly has published a number of exposes detailing the association of several world renowned Sikh parchariks and Sikh organizations with the leadership of the right-wing Hindu terrorist organization, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Well known Sikhs like Giani Thakur Singh, Prof. Manjit Singh, and Prof. Prem Singh Chandumajra of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Longowal-Badal) are all involved. Interestingly, the RSS has openly declared that Sikhs are part of the larger Hindu community, and that the Sikh Gurus are a continuation of the greater pantheon of Hindu Avatars, yet our shameless leaders continue to justify their links with these anti-Sikh elements.
Prem Singh Chandumajra (left), and
Kathakar Giani Thakur Singh (center) consoling Rulda Sinh at his son’s funeral
(click to view/download larger image)
Panthic Weekly (PW) originally published a string of articles under the RSS Woos Khalistanis/Sant Samaj series in early 2006 depicting the depth of the involvement of Sikh leadership with various pro-Hindutva organizations. Since then, our news staff has come into possession of more credible evidence that not only proves beyond any doubt the collusion that is happening within our corrupt leadership and Hindu supremacist organizations, but also reveals that the tentacles of India's Brahmin masters have successfully reached into the very innards of Akal Takht Sahib--controlling all those who are in its path.
"It (Hinduism) is like the boa constrictor of the Indian forests. When a petty enemy appears to worry it, it winds round its opponent, crushes it in its folds, and finally causes it to disappear in its capacious interior....Hinduism has embraced Sikhism in its folds; the still comparatively young religion is making a vigorous struggle for life, but its ultimate destruction is, it is apprehended, inevitable without State support." (Max Arthur Macauliffe, 1903)
As the fascist Rashtriya Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) organization realized that it was no longer possible to intermingle with Sikh leaders under the RSS banner, they have created offshoots such as the Rashtriya Sikh Sangat, Guru Granth Sahib Vichar Sanstha and Prerna.
Prerna : RSS by another name
The RSS offshoot known as PRERNA, depicts Sikh Gurus as Hindu Deities
The Prerna organization was created by the RSS with one thing in mind: To blend, muddle and taint Sikh practices and ceremonies into the folds of Brahmanism.
One of the promoters of Prerna is an individual associated with the company MDH (a worldwide spice manufacturer) who is also the key promoter and advertiser of 'Sacchi Sikhsha', the official monthly magazine and the daily 'Saach Kahoon' of the Gurmit Ram Rahim Sacha Sauda Cult.
Bhai Chaman Lal
An image of Chaman Lal at Jejal Ram's Ajadpur Mandir, where he is worshiped as a Hindu devta
The well known Bhai Chaman Lal of Delhi (now referred to as Bhai Chamanjit Singh Lal) is one of the main organizers of Prerna. PW is releasing photographs of a September 2006 Prerna function in which Chaman Lal openly inter-mixed Sikh and Hindu practices.
Prerna 2006
Chaman Lal holding a 2006 Prerna divan with Guru Sahib's saroop along with Hindu images
Note large pictures of the Hindu deity Ram Chander placed in front of Guru Granth Sahib Ji and on back wall along with an image of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
Scarves of 2006 Prerna attendees with Sikh and Hindu Symbols
Note attendees wearing orange scarves with the the sacred Sikh Khanda and Ek Oangkaar along with the Hindu OM.
Chaman Lal distributing the 2006 Prerna souvenirs with Hindu deities on a picture of Sri Darbar Sahib
The souvenirs presented by Chaman Lal to VIP guests included framed photo of Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar, with images of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and Hindu deity Ram Chander next to the Darshani Deordi.
Controversy since 2001
In 2001, the Badal installed Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Joginder Singh Vedanti, demanded clarification from Chaman Lal for performing at a Hindu Mandir known as the Sanatan Dharam Mahvir Temple in New Delhi. At that time Vendati described the act of performing Kirtan at the mandir with images and idols of Hindu deities of Shiva and Hanuman as anti-Panthic and in gross violation of the Sikh Maryada.
Interestingly, Chaman Lal received nothing more than a slap on the wrist for performing Gurbani Kirtan in front of a 70 foot tall statue of Hanuman at the Mandir, and more surprisingly Chaman Lal was allowed do Kirtan at Sri Darbar not too long afterwords, arousing the suspicions of various Panthic organizations who were familiar with the Chaman Lal controversy. It should be noted that SGPC still doesn't allow Gursikh Bibis to do Kirtan at Sri Darbar Sahib, yet individuals such as Chaman Lal are allowed.
Prerna 2007 : The Takht Jathedars Join In
Were the SGPC, Akal Takht Management and Chaman Lal all in this together? This year, this question has been finally answered. Chaman Lal and the Prerna organization took a bold step and invited Akal Takht Sahib "Jathedar" Joginder Singh Vedanti, along with Sri Darbar Sahib Head Granthi Giani Gurbachan Singh, and Keshgarh Sahib Jathedar Tarlochan Singh to their October 2nd function in Delhi.
Shockingly, these so-called Panthic Jathedars accepted the invitation and went to Delhi to attend this function in which rampant disrespect of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and the Sikh maryada openly occurred.
2007 Prerna Billboard with Ram Chander and the Hindu Om symbol
Advertisements and billboards with clearly published pictures of Hindu deity Ram Chander along with Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Note Ragi Harjinder Singh Srinagar's promotion in the above ad.
Mixed Signals : Lights outside the 2007 Prerna function
The outside entrance of the function has large lighted OM and Trishul Hindu symbols along with an Ek Oangkaar , clearly indicating that something was wrong at this function. The Jathedars ignored these warning signs, and went on to participate in this pro-RSS function.
2007 Prerna Function with Jathedar Vendanti and Pro-RSS Prerna Promoters including Ravinder Khurana who holds weekly RSS Sakhshahs at his residence
Note Prerna sign with an OM symbol behind Vedanti and Chaman Lal's Jatha.
2007 Prerna violates Sikh Maryada
2007 Prerna attendees sitting on chairs in the presence of Guru Granth Sahib Ji, a blatant violation of Sikh Maryada.
The 2007 souvenirs presented by Chaman Lal to VIP guests including Vedanti, Giani Gurbachan Singh and Tarlochan Singh including a lighted scrolling picture of Guru Nanak Dev Ji with Hindu deity Ram Chander. These Jathedar shamelessly accepted these Hinduized mementos from Prerna in the presence of Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
2007 Prerna - Vedanti, Tarlochan Singh and Gurbachan Singh gifted with Ram Chander images
Zoom of Hindu Deity Ram on 2007 Prerna souvenir to Vedanti
Another interesting angle to this story is that the stage secretary for the 2007 Prerna function was Ravinder Sinh Khurana, who is ex-general secretary of the Delhi Gurdwara Management Committee, and a member of Akali Dal (Badal). PW has also learned that the RSS holds weekly shaksha meetings at Ravinder Khurana's residence in Delhi.
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