Republic Day of India
Falling on January 26 of every year, the Republic Day of India marks the implementation of the Indian constitution, and the shift from the British Dominion to a Republic.
Midnight of December 31, 1929 to January 1, 1930, at the Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress, the Tri-Colour Flag was unfurled by the nationalists. The constitution stated that the people would incessantly work towards the establishment of a Sovereign Democratic Republic of India. On January 26, 1950, the pledge was amended and the Constitution of India created by the Constituent Assembly of India came into power. This constitution abides for the desires and objectives which ‘the common man of India’ treasures.
A national holiday, it begins with a Presidential address to the nation and homage is paid to all those freedom fighters who gave their life for the country. It is celebrated with great patriotic fervour with a parade by the Army, Navy and Air Force in the capital of India - Delhi. Many school children take part in drills and spectacular displays by people showcasing their state’s traditions in the form of dance and music is exhibited.
This day brings together the people of the whole country and hence, is one of the most celebrated festivals of India.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Monday, January 18, 2010
Cooking
Prompt: The Daily Topic: "What is the most boring or tedious thing you do on a daily basis? Using great verbs, write about this activity so that it seems incredibly INTERESTING."
Cooking has always been a tedious task for me. I generally don’t enjoy cooking, as I would enjoy reading a book which can be so mentally refreshing. But the fact is that I simply have to cook on a daily basis. At our home, we eat home-cooked food - eating out everyday can not only be expensive, it can create a problem for the stomach as well. Hence, I find myself in the kitchen everyday trying to cook something or the other for my daughter or us. Though I must state here that over the 8 yrs of marriage, my culinary skills have improved a whole lot and I have become a decent cook, but that hasn’t turned my dislike of cooking towards love. Ok, it maybe a slight liking but certainly not enjoyment. Anyhow, over the years I have started cooking a variety of dishes from starters to the main course and finally dessert. Infact, its ironical but I have even taught some of my friends some dessert or a main dish which has actually turned out pretty well especially at a get-together. So I guess I can advice all the people who hate cooking, that’s its actually not so bad. Just that when you get down to cooking, put your heart and soul into it for that short period of time. Believe me, your recipe will certainly turn out very well. Also, when you end up cooking for the ones you love and the dish has turns out well, you get immense satisfaction in watching them eat heartily.
Cooking has always been a tedious task for me. I generally don’t enjoy cooking, as I would enjoy reading a book which can be so mentally refreshing. But the fact is that I simply have to cook on a daily basis. At our home, we eat home-cooked food - eating out everyday can not only be expensive, it can create a problem for the stomach as well. Hence, I find myself in the kitchen everyday trying to cook something or the other for my daughter or us. Though I must state here that over the 8 yrs of marriage, my culinary skills have improved a whole lot and I have become a decent cook, but that hasn’t turned my dislike of cooking towards love. Ok, it maybe a slight liking but certainly not enjoyment. Anyhow, over the years I have started cooking a variety of dishes from starters to the main course and finally dessert. Infact, its ironical but I have even taught some of my friends some dessert or a main dish which has actually turned out pretty well especially at a get-together. So I guess I can advice all the people who hate cooking, that’s its actually not so bad. Just that when you get down to cooking, put your heart and soul into it for that short period of time. Believe me, your recipe will certainly turn out very well. Also, when you end up cooking for the ones you love and the dish has turns out well, you get immense satisfaction in watching them eat heartily.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Minutiae on Skin care
Cold and Dry: Skin in winters
During winters, dry skin is the most common amongst people. The cold makes the skin dry which is a result of low moisture. It is important to take care of the skin so that it does not get chapped or cracked. A good moisturizer applied regularly, everyday in the morning and night prevents the skin from getting dull and itchy. The skin can be kept healthy by drinking of lots and lots of water. Use a scrub or pumice stones at least once a week to remove the dead cells off your skin. Set up humidifiers around the house to ensure a stable humidity. Coat, hat and gloves should be used while going outdoors and wear socks instead of going barefoot at home.
During winters, dry skin is the most common amongst people. The cold makes the skin dry which is a result of low moisture. It is important to take care of the skin so that it does not get chapped or cracked. A good moisturizer applied regularly, everyday in the morning and night prevents the skin from getting dull and itchy. The skin can be kept healthy by drinking of lots and lots of water. Use a scrub or pumice stones at least once a week to remove the dead cells off your skin. Set up humidifiers around the house to ensure a stable humidity. Coat, hat and gloves should be used while going outdoors and wear socks instead of going barefoot at home.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
It's Pet Time
Prompt: The Daily Topic: "What might pets really do when left alone for the day? Write a story about the mischievous or incredible activities your pets might engage in when they have the house to themselves."
In a few words, the whole house will surely be upside down.
The food on the dining table and from the refrigerator will be all over the floor, half eaten, half beaten (with legs ofcourse)…
The sheets, pillows and cushions would be again all over the house.
Any paper found would have faced teeth as a shredder.
The show pieces would not be standing smart and neat at their place. They might have found a new place - dustbin.
Utensils would have banged against each other well.
The food in the kitchen cabinets might have found their place apart from the kitchen - in the bedrooms or drawing room.
I can’t even explain what would happen in case the pet feels the need to visit the loo.
Finally, when the pet is exhausted from the household chores, the TV might be on, with the pet sprawled on the sofa…………….and once you return, you would certainly want to scream and throw your pet right out of the house!
Nothing too serious in case the pet is found outside. In anger, it would only be destroying the garden completely!!!
In a few words, the whole house will surely be upside down.
The food on the dining table and from the refrigerator will be all over the floor, half eaten, half beaten (with legs ofcourse)…
The sheets, pillows and cushions would be again all over the house.
Any paper found would have faced teeth as a shredder.
The show pieces would not be standing smart and neat at their place. They might have found a new place - dustbin.
Utensils would have banged against each other well.
The food in the kitchen cabinets might have found their place apart from the kitchen - in the bedrooms or drawing room.
I can’t even explain what would happen in case the pet feels the need to visit the loo.
Finally, when the pet is exhausted from the household chores, the TV might be on, with the pet sprawled on the sofa…………….and once you return, you would certainly want to scream and throw your pet right out of the house!
Nothing too serious in case the pet is found outside. In anger, it would only be destroying the garden completely!!!
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