the 30 seconds preview of the Tamil version of "Behene De" has been on loop for the past 3 days. Nuff said.
Although there is room for bias (a), I do sincerely believe that the Tamil version is a nudge better.
...For the love of purple jumpsuits... and a certain GEM!
graffiti courtesy of LILO <3
why the pastel colours you ask? because I walked through the 3D "tendances mode" exhibition at Ailes de la Mode today... minus the 3D shades... I'm smart that way.
BLOGGER NEEDS TO GET A CANADIAN ENGLISH DICTIONARY!! I WILL NOT WRITE COLOR (minus now, for ranting purposes).
Frustrated. Lost. Helpless. Running dangerously low on optimism.
Why does it seem that every effort, every initiative, every instance of hope ends up being another futile subordination to a string of miserably depressing acts?
I'm not only referring to my grades which are puke worthy, but most things in general...
*disclaimer* : this is going to get real (as opposed to simply) boring, bare with me.
So, yesterday was a special day. Yesterday marked the first concrete implementation of what has been until now only a mostly theoretical political device to advance human rights - courtesy of the Tamil Diaspora. The Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam.
I remember reading up on the concept for a course I had taken and thinking, we as Tamils need this. Staying within the paradigm of globalization (another equally relevant yet atrociously long and annoying topic of conversation... let's not.) the notion of global citizens and the responsibility of every individual to look out for the respect of human rights and the the dignified conservation of humanity is one that is gaining momentum. The idea that what happens to an individual or a collective can easily bring about repercussions to us despite our distance hadn't been more real.
Introducing a government that represents a nation on an international level outside it's rightful country itself is a mammoth task, as the responsibilities and difficulties related to the execution are exponential. Communication, despite our technological age, is not as easy and smooth. Over coming all of this, to be a strong representation and legal body that can rightfully question the atrocious acts happening worldwide and more particularly with respects to the state in question is a, on paper, a beautiful idea for human rights proponents.
When corruption, greed and popularity have a part in it all... things are disastrous to say the least.
I am not satisfied with yesterday's votes. Too many unlawful things happening in the name of democracy. Too many.
People were not in it to defend or promote OUR aspirations, that we had so honourably struggled for over the past 60 years, but rather to promote their own. Within a day's worth of hours, they brought shame to the freedom struggle.
Things like this happen and I lose all the hope I manage to scramble together from whatever is left over from the previous incident. It's not fair to those living through the consequences of our decisions, back home. The power and responsibility has been plopped into our hands and all we ever manage to do is juggle. I'm always on the edge of my seat praying a million prayers... that WE wake up. That the seriousness of it all hits us smack in the face. That we understand the need for us to stand in solidarity. The need for us to let go of our selfish desires so we can have a place to call home.
"Who are you?"
"A Tamil."
"Where are you from?"
"Tamil Eelam."
"Where is that?"
- I show them the vague borders of Eelam.
"But that's not a real country?...I mean... It's not even really on the map."
"Not yet."
"Right then... Why don't you say Sri Lanka?"
"That would be incorrect."
"So you have no country?"
Monday, May 3, 2010
An Aries Woman...
Had never caught on to horoscopes and astrology before, but something about this description has me thinking twice about it all...
Romance is something that no Aries can live without and the same goes for an Aries woman also. However, for her, not getting on without romance is not same as not being able to live without a man. In her heart, she will always be yearning for that someone special, thinking about him in the monsoon and that will be her idea of romance. She doesn't need a real man for it. Aries female is the one who will do anything and everything herself, without needing any male help. One of her basic personality traits is total confidence in her abilities.
She has to lead, to be the first one to do anything. At times, her independence does not go well with the male ego. However, an Aries girl never wants a puppy for a lover or a husband. She seeks a man, but not the one who constantly chases her. The best way to woo her is to throw subtle hints, be a little detached and keep her wondering. Give her the impression that you can resist her charms and she will come rushing to you, to prove that she's desirable. Aries women will never have to yearn for male attention.
They always get plenty of it, but inside they will be waiting for the one they cannot have. An Aries woman can survive even the toughest of circumstances alone and has the ability to come back even after the most gruesome tragedies. She can play the role of a female perfectly and, at the same time, can do everything that a man can do. If you have managed to subdue her aggressive drive, you will be treated to a woman who is full of optimism and has such faith in future that can uplift your mood also.
An Aries female does not like flattery. You should be sincere while complimenting her. Over-sweetness and too much closeness can make her run away, but she doesn't want you to be too detached also. You'll have to maintain that delicate balance and still keep the romance alive. Once she has committed to you, she will be extremely sentimental and very loyal. Don't dominate an Aries female and don't let her dominate you. Either of the extremes, she will not be able to tolerate. Give her reasons to be proud of you, but do not forget to praise her for her talent too. Her expectations are too high, but she will also give you double in return.
She is very possessive and love is something she can never share. She can be very jealous even at the slightest of suspicion. In case you have a female secretary, it is better to bid her good bye right now. If an Aries girl gets hurt, she will become as cold as the ice in your fridge and this behavior may last an entire lifetime. She is generous to the faults of her loved ones and it is better not to criticize them in front of her. On the other hand, if you are good to her, she will be extremely kind, tender, loyal and supportive.
You will get plenty of reasons to be jealous when you are with an Aries female, since she is more comfortable with men than women. However, don't be suspicious of her, she would be really hurt. She is possessive, but she doesn't like to be possessed. She wants her freedom and your complete trust. Remember, if she's committed to you, you have no reasons to doubt her loyalty and sincerity. An Aries woman is much too truthful to be involved with two people at the same time. She will first break up the relationship that is not working.
She is extremely passionate and believes in forever-lasting relationships. Though, this leaves her disillusioned many a times. She will never play games with you and is incapable of deceit. An Aries girl is nothing if not simple, innocent and very emotional. Maximum chances are that she will continue her career even after marriage. She loves challenges and believes in miracles. Though it sounds a little freaky, but miracles do happen in her case. Just like a typical Aries, she never learns from her mistakes and is likely to fall in the same hole again.
For her love means sharing and that means sharing everything, right from her emotions and checkbook to your bank account. Always respect an Aries woman and never try to dampen her zeal, or she will be hurt. Though she tries to show that she is very strong, she is as innocent and as vulnerable as a baby. Be there to comfort her when she runs up to you after being disappointed with the world. If you stand up to her when she comes to you like this, you will never ever lose her. An Aries female will never forgive you if you fail to fight for her.
In return, she will always be there with you, even if she has to go against the whole world. She is not the one to feign illness, but if she is really ill, be there to care for her. She is quite extravagant and giving her the debit cards will mean an empty bank account. She will be a caring mother, who makes no unnecessary fuss and sparks children's imagination. An Aries girl has a bad temper, but it will go away as quickly as it came and leave no grudges behind. She is a complete woman, who gets hurt easily and is totally innocent. Though she is a little impulsive and bossy, she will give you complete security, fight against the world for you and be yours forever!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
I hate allergies.
it's haunting... karthik's voice... behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de....
Arrey aankh se boondh gira koi, chingari ka tukda jala koi Oh! something just dropped from the eye...like a piece of burning coal Umeed ko aag laga zara, sehra ki pyaas buja zara Set your hopes on fire....extinguish this thirst of desire Umeed ko aag laga zara, sehra ki pyaas buja zara
Set your hopes on fire....extinguish this thirst of desire
Ghann itna baras ke galne lagun main paani ke upar tarne lagun Let me rain so cruelly....that I start floating on water
Behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water..... Oo behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de Oo...Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water..... Behene de ghangor ghata, behene de paani ki tara Let me flow..O! colossal rain......let me flow like water
Sagar mein jaake girna hai, behene de nadiyan ki tara Have to merge into the sea....let me flow like the river
Sharrt lagi hai marr jaane ki, jeena hai to pyaar mein I bet on dying that I will live this life...for love Deha kahin bhi ho mera, jaan rakhi hai yaar mein Where ever be my body...my life is placed in my love Beh ja, beh ja, hai sagar ka kehna Flow on...flow on...is what the sea says Beh ja, beh ja, hai nadiya ko behena Flow on...flow on...the river has to flow on Patte se tapakti boondh ki awaaz sunayi di thi I hear the sound of the droplet falling off the leaf... Nadiya mein tapak kar gum ho jayo It falls on the river...and disappears Beh gaya beh gaya, jo reh gaya reh gaya It has flown....it has flown...who got left...is left forever... Beh gaya beh gaya, jo reh gaya reh gaya
It has flown....it has flown...who got left...is left forever...
Behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de
Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water.....
Oo behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de
Oo...Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water.....
Behene de ghangor ghata, behene de paani ki tara
Let me flow..O! colossal rain......let me flow like water
Sagar mein jaake girna hai, behene de nadiyan ki tara
Have to merge into the sea....let me flow like the river
Mera pal pal ang ang bhar diya, tune jaan pe junoon sa kar diya Each and every part of me has been filled with emotions....what kind of obsession have you created in me?
Mera hai kya jo main haar doon, jaan teri hai tujhpe vaar doon What do I have of my own to lose???...even this life belongs to you..and I name it unto you
Doob gaye jo suna hai saare tere dere aate hain Whoever arrives at your estuary....has had to drown... Dil ke chulu mein bechaare dubkiyan aate khaate hain They suffer a merciless end in this spaceless heart Beh ja, beh ja, chal tod kinare ko Flow on...flow on...break the shore....
Beh ja, beh ja, dhar le majdhare ko Flow on...flow on....catch hold of the puppeteer
Chingari uda ke raakh se ik boondh gira ke aankh se Aviate a spark from this ash...by dropping a tear from those eyes... Chalne ke ishaara kar gaya, kar gaya, kar gaya He has signalled to move... Sab bhar gaya, bhar gaya Everything has been filled.... Kar gaya kar gaya, sab bhar gaya bhar gaya
Ready and moving....
Behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de
Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water.....
Oo behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de
Oo...Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water.....
Behene de ghangor ghata, behene de paani ki tara
Let me flow..O! colossal rain......let me flow like water
Sagar mein jaake girna hai, behene de nadiyan ki tara
Have to merge into the sea....let me flow like the river
Behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de
Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water.....
Oo behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de mujhe behene de
Oo...Let me flow....let me flow.....flow like water.....
Behene de ghangor ghata, behene de paani ki tara
Let me flow..O! colossal rain......let me flow like water
Sagar mein jaake girna hai, behene de nadiyan ki tara
Have to merge into the sea....let me flow like the river
so oddly enough I went to Villa today. I know right?!
My mom had me drop off something at the office for my sister.
The walk up the avenue was weird... It wasn't too long after school had officially let out for the day but as usual the girls lingered the corridors and green grasses doing homework, harassing one another if not the teachers and socializing cause besides... going home only meant homework. I remember.
But the weather was lovely and so the walk wasn't too bad... I remembered how I used to time myself and judge how late I would be everyday... I ran up the avenue more than walked. Ms. Leddy and her blue slips with the threat of potential, and ever so dreaded demerit points. BAH!
So I walk up and buzz in (apparently they've tightened security around the school because of the Dawson incident and since finding out that it was a target at one point). The voice that answers is all to familiar, Mrs. Lucia... I missed her so much! Would she remember me?
"Gayathri right? Gayathri Kathiresu" I was stunned to say the least. People hardly remember my name, and my full name at that? I was left speechless. I handed her the documents and she listed my sisters which was amusing... and then she paused. "You look different. You seem different. Not so shy anymore"
I don't know how she managed to remember me but also the way I was? She stared at me a lot with a smile... a lot like my mom does... without the smile of course. I felt at home... It was home. I promised her I would visit her and actually muster up the decency to follow through on this promise once heard before.
*sigh*
After that I literally left with a smile on my face and a feeling of belonging... I'm weird.
The rest of the day was spent with my lovely ladies at Juliette & Chocolat (YUM! Not a fan of chocolate but this place is gorgeous and absolutely amazing! You should go if you get the chance) and then walking around the core of my beautiful city. It's finally starting to sink in that vacation time is here... I can't wipe the smile off my face! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA. YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS.
night blog
PEACE.
ps. we lost the first game of round 2... fear not! we will do better. (sorry sidney, i love you)
