Things I miss most when I'm away from home

- Hugs from M. Really miss resting my head on his strong muscular shoulders and feeling protected as he folds me into his arms.
- The first thing I feel every morning - his warm breath on my neck as he pulls me closer to "sleep for 5 more minutes"
- My bed
- My home and the freedom that comes with it - to be able to eat, sleep, drink, anytime and anything.
- M
- Hugs from M (I'll say it again, I love them)
- Even the kisses (which I find annoying when I actually get them)


But on the other hand, I had the most amazing time in LA this past weekend. I am traveling for work and it was such a nice break from the stress that everyday life can induce! Feast your eyes -

Hit or miss (in other words, pretty random)

I have been going to Zumba class regularly for about 7 weeks now. The class is every Tuesday, so technically I have done it only 7 times so far. But I still give me credit, cos doing something consistently for 7 weeks is unheard of in my case, especially if it involves anything that requires moving your body just for the sake of it (or moving your body, period). What...you didn't know I am a sloth? Well, now you do. Yesterday in the class while moving and shaking my bootay, I figured out why I like Zumba so much. I am a hard-core desi, down to the detail of loving Bollywood. I realized just like the movies, I too need the singing and dancing in my life.
It was funnier in my head, I promise.

When I first came to US, I used to live on Kellogg's Frosted Flakes. And then as always, I ate them so much and for so long I got sick of them. Yesterday, I had them after almost 3 years. Ever since, I cannot stop dreaming about when I will eat them next. I diagnose a "mild" case of OCD and I want to prescribe some Frosted Flakes to me.


What's the news at your end?

PS: I got a whopping 103 votes for my apartment!!! It's unbelievable. One hundred AND three. I am really overwhelmed by the number of people who took time to register and vote. It's amazing and if I could, I would thank each and everyone personally. Thank you guys!

<3

M got me this because our apartment is on apartmentmenttherapy.com, as a contender in Small Cool Contest. Isn't that the sweetest! :)

On cloud 9!

Before I tell you why I am on cloud nine and so happy today, here's a funny story. I was returning from another city by train today. Everyone on the train most probably flagged me as a moron, cos I could NOT stop grinning the whole 3-hour ride home. Why am I so happy you ask? Well, a couple of weeks ago, I dared to submit my apartment pictures in the Small Cool Contest by Apartment Therapy. After waiting for about 10 days for my apartment to appear on the contest page, and still seeing no sign of it, I gave up. Today evening I got an e-mail that my apartment is now posted! Check it out!

The way anyone wins this contest is by getting the most "favorite" votes. You know what's coming right? Pleading for votes...total politician style!! Won't you "please please pretty please with a cherry on top and a cute red bow" go to my apartment page over at apartment therapy and "favorite" me?!! I would be eternally indebted to you and do your laundry for lifetime if I could!! ;) :)

You might need to sign up, and it only takes a minute and I promise they never send any mails (spam or advertisement or anything else). I know this first hand, cos I have had the account for a long time myself!

Hope you do vote for me! Even if you don't do leave a comment, either here or there to tell me your feedback (whether good or bad). My home is always a work in progress and any feedback is most welcome!

In the meantime, you know where to find me - Cloud 9. Being here is awesome and I want to enjoy the high while it lasts! Can't remember the last time I was this excited! :)

Hello World!

Coming from a technical background, I don't think I have ever used this title and it's really surprising! For all the lucky people who don't know what I am talking about, "Hello World" is the first standard program you write to start learning a new programming language. Exciting (not!) stuff.

However (I am loving this word these days, btw. Suddenly it has a High-Class appeal). Anyway.

However, I am not here to talk about my technical background or random words that are high on my to-use list  (communicate, set expectation, bullsh*t etc.) these days. I am here just to say - Hello! (Another frequently used word currently).

Lets make it quick and painless shall we? I have exactly one thing to talk about today - An update from our bedroom and it involves a cozy comforter!

Not much to say about it, except that I bought a new cover for it recently. I have been trying to buy a decent one for months. One, they are really expensive and two, I wasn't sure what print is universal enough to go with my printed bedsheets. And then the light bulb went off - STRIPES! Stripes usually go with all types of prints and I set myself to find an affordable striped duvet cover. I saw this one online on West Elm Sale for $49.99. I wasn't sure if I wanted to pay for shipping so I just called the nearest store to see if they had it in stock and if so could they hold it for me. They did and they could! And what's even better is I ended up getting it only for $35! Winning!! It was a match made in heaven and I really love it! Take a look -

I really love how it ties so well with our Map! And that my dear folks, is the latest update from our bedroom. Which can be shared.

See you later, alligator!

The bright side!

"The only advantage in not being too good a housekeeper is that your guests are so pleased to feel how very much better they are."

 Eleanor Roosevelt, "My Day" Syndicated Column (June 7, 1939)
(Via Real Simple magazine)

Reasons to smile

#1 Your 2-year old niece talks to you on the phone and even says "love you" back!

#2 You take your eyes off the Zumba instructor for about 30 seconds and still manage to stay in sync.

#3 After feeling tired for countless days, suddenly you don't want to collapse into bed as soon as you see one!

#4 A boring book suddenly takes an interesting turn!

#5 Going to a mustache party and have your hubby comment - "You look like Bhagat Singh".

#6 Going to a mustache party!

#7 The house is relatively clean, but even when and if it's not (like right now), not letting it bother you, cos you can always do it tomorrow!

#8 Going shopping for clothes and finding something you like on the first trial.

#9 Friends. And M. And most of the family ;)

#10 Being able to subscribe to 3 magazines for just $4 (and 600 miles)! Not being able to contain yourself till you start getting them!