Give me the simple life!

I don't believe in frettin' and grievin'; 
Why mess around with strife? 
I never was cut out to step and strut out. 
Give me the simple life.  

Some find it pleasant dining on pheasant. 
Those things roll off my knife; 
Just serve me tomatoes; and mashed potatoes; 
Give me the simple life. 

A cottage small is all I'm after, 
Not one that's spacious and wide. 
A house that rings with joy and laughter 
And the ones you love inside.  


Some like the high road, I like the low road, 
Free from the care and strife. 
Sounds corny and seedy, but yes, indeed-y; 
Give me the simple life.

A song from the movie, 'Father of the Bride'. I found it so true that it touched my ambitious heart in a strange way. This song reminds me of the importance of leading a balanced life, a life where work and family stand on the same pedestal; a life where when you get back home from work you know that there is someone waiting for you; a life where you can be successful but at the same time enjoy simple joys, laugh uncontrollably and be in the company of those who truly love you...

"I prefer to be true to myself, even at the hazard of incurring the ridicule of others, rather than to be false, and to incur my own abhorrence."  - Frederick Douglass

Perceptions...

Okay, so you think you know her well and understand the way her mind functions and her thoughts process. You think that you can predict her reactions and forecast her behavior. You think you are aware of her limitations, aspirations, strengths and potential. I ask you again, do you think you know her well enough? For once, leave aside your ego and give this question a fair chance. Is it you who knows her or your perceptions that always color your judgement about her?

In the short life that I have lived so far I have always seen people viewing others in the mirror that only shows the reflection of their own perceptions. You think that a particular thing is always done in a way because you have never seen it done otherwise. The belief that all creative people are eccentric and that every smiling face is happy are just perceptions not reality. Perceptions cripple reality, disfigure it and leave it helpless. They paralyze your rationale and limit your range of comprehension. Don’t you think that this is what makes you more gullible and a prey for all rumors, gossips and falsities in the world? Your misperception possesses the power to damage someone’s reputation beyond resuscitation!

People read books, study human insights and socialize with others not just to enhance their knowledge of the world but also to widen their horizon that minimizes their perceptions. But, it is also true that perceptions are immortal and cannot be eradicated. They are vile and pollute the purity of truth.

“Anybody who's ever gone through a hard time - any outsider's perception, no matter how much information they're given, they have no idea what the person's life is like.”

Amy Grant

My articles for CityOffers (a short stint :D)

What Music is to ears, Traveling is to body and mind!

The mind needs some breath of fresh air after days of toil. You give your body rest by relaxing, but what happens to the mind. It remains engrossed in the tensions of the work place, the deadlines you have to meet every day, the complications of relations and the responsibility of fulfilling the expectations of everyone around you. When was the last time you detached the strings of your mind from the strings of your work, the strings that keep pulling your peace of mind in the realms of stress. Stress leads to anxiety which build up into frustration and a lot of health problems.

Sorry, but we are not doctors and neither are we here to prescribe you any medicine for releasing stress. No pills, no bitter tonics, we at CityOffers have found out the panacea for all your problems. The cure-all of all the problems in the world is... travelling!

“Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” – Miriam Beard

CityOffers has something for the adventurous souls, the travel enthusiasts as well as for the spiritual nature lovers. The recent travel offer brought to you by cityoffers.in will thrill you to the core. We take you to the land of yoga, ashrams, ayurveda, rafting, spas and retreats. Rishikesh it is for you. It is the Mecca for peace seekers and the Gateway to unlimited fun for the daredevils. So, here comes the opportunity to go on a trip for 2 days and 1 night with all meals, river rafting in the Ganges and an exuberant stay at Phoolchatti resorts in Rishikesh at a discount of 67%. So much of pleasure at just Rs. 998!!

This is just the tip of the iceberg. To experience the real fun start packing your bags. This travelling experience will prove like a therapy for your fatigued mind that is so desperately waiting to break-free. Take some time off your busy schedule to disentangle your mind from the everyday complications. Revel in the serenity of Rishikesh and let your mind swim in the ocean of free flowing ideas. Let the freshness in the air sink in and rejuvenate your mind and soul. Wake your body from slumber and enliven it by playing outdoor sports like beach volley ball, cricket, body surfing, cliff jumping, river rafting, bone fire, badminton and tug of war, all available at Phoolchatti Resort. This travel might also give you a chance of interacting with new people and making new friends or strengthening your existing relationships with some extra time and care.

This is just the kind of vacation that you were waiting for since so long. With all the arrangements for your comfort and activity already planned by us, this travel to Rishikesh is surely going to be a lifetime experience worth cherishing. Book your ticket to happiness now, time is running out!!

Define your Lifestyle..

What is lifestyle for you? Is it just your way of being or your image, style, social class, consumption habits, aspirations and everything that you associate yourself with and every sense in which you wish to be projected as? Lifestyle actually encompasses everything that is mentioned above. It is not just how you deal with your life but also how others perceive you as a person.

All of us yearn to possess a lifestyle replete with luxury. When we look at our favourite film star, a renowned model, a business tycoon or a socialite; our mind automatically wanders into the realms of aspirations. We start dreaming of expensive wardrobes, lavish penthouses, opulent cars, extravagant vacations and delectable and savoury meals at plush 5 star hotels. But how many of us can actually afford to turn these dreams into reality. The question is an answer in itself.

So have you been always compromising on the kind of lifestyle that you wish to endorse? Has it always been an incessant struggle for you to make your family feel delighted? If happiness beguiles you in actual price then beget it through discounts and offers. If you have in you the urge and the desire to manifest your aspirations then exploit the various discounts and offers that cityoffers.in brings your way. We understand you and your dreams, and are therefore always upfront in catching the best deals for you, deals that are not only exquisite but also take care of your pocket. Trust us with your lifestyle, there is no stopping you. Make the world your oyster and experience emancipation.

With online shopping options like cityoffers.in, give the word ‘lifestyle’ a new intendment. Take your wife on a drive in a chauffeur driven Mercedes Benz, gift her most precious of gems and prettiest collection of flowers at the convenience of a mouse click. Revel in the luxury of spas and build your health in gyms all at discounted prices. Food, entertainment or technology, define your lifestyle guided by the myriad of options that CityOffers showers on you every day. With as much as 70% discounts on Services like restaurants, spa & travel; Events like movies, clubs & performances; and Retailers like cosmetics, apparels & electronics, is your dream lifestyle any away from you? The word ‘Luxury’ has a renewed connotation due to the incredible daily deals available at cityoffers.in. It now means something that is easily achievable and affordable. Don’t wait for the elite to set the trends, you now have the power to define your own lifestyle!

Valentines’ day: Write your story of Love in Mercedes

Valentines’ Day, the day of Love celebrated all over the world on 14^th February has its roots in ancient history. It reminds us of St. Valentine who solemnized lovers into the sacred bond of marriage during the reign of Roman Emperor Claudius in 270 AD. Surpassing all boundaries of nationality and culture, Valentines’ Day brings a wave of delight in the lives of all those who possess unfathomable love for their sweetheart and also in the lives of those who have guarded their feelings so far and are waiting to express their love. It is the day when you take time off from your maddening life to spend some time nurturing the most beautiful relationship of your life, your Love.

So what have you planned for those dreamy eyes waiting for the surprise that you are going to give her this Valentines’ Day? Chocolates, flowers, greeting cards or jewellery? These are all old ways..be innovative and make your love feel special!

CityOffers brings to you a unique way of expressing your eternal love for your Valentine. Take your love on a long drive in nothing less than a Mercedes Benz. Make her feel like a princess, and if you don’t feel like taking your eyes off her then we also give you the opportunity of revelling with your beloved in the comfort and luxury of a chauffeur driven Mercedes. Just take the backseat, relax and reminisce the beautiful moments that you have spent together. Forget about the world for those 5 hours that you spend with her and create some new honey dipped, roseate moments. Enjoy the happiness on your Valentine’s face, proclaim to the world the real depth of your love and make your girl realise that your love knows no bounds.

If you are wondering what she would keep with her apart from the beauteous moments spent with you in Mercedes, then we have a solution for that too. What comes as a package with the offer of a chauffeur driven Mercedes Benz is the opportunity of giving her a token worth cherishing. You can choose from one of the following gifts to mark this Valentines’ Day as the most special day of her life:

• A Pendent set and Silver pen worth Rs 2000 from Jpearls.com
• A bouquet of flowers and Teddy Bear
• A bouquet of Flowers and Chocolates

Isn’t this the perfect recipe of making this Valentine Day the most memorable of all? Colour this day crimson, after all, it comes only once a year. This is the only occasion when you can give voice to those unspoken feelings. Let the melody of Love fill the whole atmosphere with sweetness. Let the fragrance of your relationship captivate your beloved’s heart. Do not wait anymore, just grab this offer and make your sweetheart the happiest person on earth!!

One of my favourite speeches ever from my favourite book "The Fountainhead" by Ayn Rand