God Sex and Spinach

"God is a circle of infinite radius having infinite centers and considering each human being to be discrete points inside the circle,are at equal distances from God !" Akshay said these solemnly without blinking even once

Since when did you start taking interest in such matters? Inquired Vijay

Do I look one who would venture into reading all this...common you guys know me !
That's exactly why we are worried.Hey everything's fine ? - Akash chipped in.

Akshay ,Vijay and Ajay are friends from college.They have shared everything ....well almost everything.Studied together,cheated together,hit out on girls together and even got rejected together.The most important part they all even got married almost at the same time.It has been a year that they met and after much effort they planned for a get together at Akshay's place in Delhi.Their wives also came along.

According to our Vedas there are 330 million Gods and Goddess!

Dude did you get hit by something or something really shocking happened or just that you are out of your mind?

"The most shocking thing which happened to me is marriage!Ever since I got married I have been constantly hearing lectures about Gods and Goddesses.Initially I did not pay much attention but slowly it grew like an obsession,"saying this Akshay put down his glass and reached for the bottle of scotch.He refilled his glass.Ajay helped him with 2 cubes of rocks and some soda.Sipping his new peg he resumed,"Guys my house is now like a temple where everyday some puja or the other keeps happening.I am thinking of replacing the calling bell at the front door with a 'ghanta' and hire a 'pujari' instead of a maid ."

All burst out laughing.All of them were in the third round of drinks.Their wives were having a separate conversation.Not about their husbands but about their mother -in-laws.The guys were re-living their college days.Under the influence of wine they were speaking more freely.

Yaar Akshay you can atleast sleep at peace.Temples do not open at night.If you hear me out, you would consider yourself lucky.Vijay kept his glass down and looking sideways started narrating.My wife is a doctor.She has this weird habit of relating everything medically.I can understand washing hands before having food or keeping house tidy but SEX....no way.

What she explains SEX in medical terms - Akshay asked curiously.

Yes dude you heard it right.She will explain the reasons of having sex.The pros and cons associated with it.The psychological aspect of it.But how do I explain that when you make out you simply make out.I do not require explanation or motivation for it.Arent we all motivated from the time we were sperms maybe!

Ajay and Akshay were thrilled to hear the narration from Vijay.Vijay has been quite a loser throughout his life.His hit ratio with girls has been pathetic.Yet he had this habit of bragging about his experiences.To find him in spot both were laughing their wits out.

Yaar Vijay we can understand your plight but really we cant help but laugh.- Akshay interrupted in between their amusement.

Ajay suddenly stood up and became silent.Everyone stared at him.He took a sip from his glass and supplemented with some fried cashew from the table.

You guys can at least have a sound sleep.I cannot do that as well.My wife has this obsession of having fresh fruits and vegetables everyday.I wake up everyday at 6 AM and head to the sabji mandi to buy fresh fruits and vegetables.

Akshay was shocked.You were the one who used to always miss the first period since it started from 9 AM.I do not recall a single day when you woke up at 6 AM.That's some achievement ! Hats off!

Yah what is game for the cat is death for the rat.Guys just because having fresh spinach gives you those extra few kilo calories and increases your eyesight doesn't mean I will compromise my sleep for it!

Just as the conversation was getting more interesting that their wives arrived.The guys suddenly stopped and stared stupidly at their wives and then at each other.

Akshay its already 11 PM.Tomorrow we have the Maa Santoshima puja at our home.I need to arrange for it.You better wrap up fast.

Vijay you better start having brandy.Scoth has molasses which will increase your Triglyceride levels in blood.She whispered something silently-"Ajay's wife mentioned having sex actually burns 300kCal of fat!"

You better be fast.

Ajay you need to get me some spinach and coriander leaves.I have a new preparation which Akshay's wife told me.You better hurry else you'll be late for market.

The three wives put in their ultimatum and left.The statements made by each was so very ironical.The guys were speechless.Each word they were discussing had been put to testimony.They heard it from the horses mouth.

However these are the most thick skinned people human race has ever seen.The toughest of papers,the most humiliating scolding or the worst rejection did not deter their spirits.The wives came in much later.All of them refilled their glasses and raised a toast.

To God!
To Sex!
and finally To Spinach !Cheers.


 Cheers,
Avique

Date with One Zero Zero

"Stand Down ....Stand Down.... ." a sharp tone swept across across all walkie talkies held by the cops.

It was near 2 AM on the Christmas eve.The cops had been on duty throught the day.Huge forces were deployed.The "Stand Down" order brought some relief.Everyone started to disperse.

"Avik what about dinner?Come lets enjoy the Christmas eve with few rounds of Scotch.Game young man?" the Additional SP said these light heartedly to Avik.

"Oh thank you sir ; please carry on."
"As you wish young man,Merry Christmas"

Avik was an Inspector with the Police force.In his late twenties,dedicated to his work,soft spoken and has  lately started putting on weight at wrong places.However he always longed a physique of a Spartan !As the jeep of Additional SP sped past,Avik courted a salute and proceeded to his chamber inside the police station.He had just lit a cigarette that a commotion broke outside followed by a girl who dashed inside his chamber.He was taken by surprise.Avik struggled to find his ashtray.After getting sight of it he rose up from his seat stubbing the newly lit cigarette and asked " Whats the matter?What happened?"

The girl was still trying to catch her breath.Avik asked her to take a seat and sat down himself.He was observing her carefully.Her hair was neatly done,curled and tied with a hair band.She wore a short kurta and  jeans.The colours werent vibrant either.Her eyes were very expressive and massively highlited with black shades.She had a sophistication which is diffcult to express.

"Someone get her some water.You dont seem to be one of those party going girls.Its very evident from your appearance.Now tell me what is the matter."

"I am a journalist,was covering the celebrations for the Christmas eve.In one of the pubs while doing coverage overheard a conversation for a drug deal.I followed the people but they somehow became suspicious and chased me.I somehow managed to run and raeched here.They will kill me!"

"Relax,you are in safe custody."
"Ravi,register lana inka statement lena hai aur FIR likhna padega."
Ravi gave him the register and he started penning down the details.So what is your name?
Piu....Piu Banerjee.
Other details like where do you stay,your family etc?
I stay in Salt Lake.I share my apartment with a friend of mine.My family is in Bhilai.I work for Kolkata TV.
Independent girl huh.Itna bada risk lene ka zaroorat kya tha.
"Had the police done its duty with dilligence we would not have to take such risks,"she replied sharply.
So you think we are useless?
Not exactly but incompetent is a better word!
Had it been any other person he would have surely got it from Avik but strangely he did not react just smirked.

Piu let me tell you,in this police station there are 15 men who are on duty at any instant of time.The population of our jurisdiction is 7-8 lakhs.A crime is reported every 6 mins.4-5 convoys of minsiters pass through our area every day.A procession or gathering of atleast 500 people is held fortnightly.And we generally have our dinner everyday at 3 AM.

Piu although did not buy everything Avik said in his argument but she was quite impressed by his clarity of thought and eloquence.

You should be reporting for our channel officer.You speak pretty well.She replied light heartedly.

Avik rasied his eyes from the register,excahnged a quick glance and said "O really...thanx....naukri chali gayee toh aapke channel mein hi kaam karunga !"

Can you describe the people whom you had noticed.The one who chased you.
I did not see them very clearly but I can provide some details.She provided details of whatever she could recall.
Did you have your dinner?
No I havnt,was too busy covering the Christmas eve.
Would you mind having dinner with a cop three hours past midnight ?
I would rather get chased by those same people ! Just kidding but then at this time there wont be anything open.
Oh you leave that to me.Just make yourself comfortable I will change and come.
They both went towards Avik's jeep.Avik took out the pistol and kept it on the dashboard.
Why did you take this along?
You must have seen in the movies.Tumhara encounter karna hai !
Very funny !

They found a restaurant on the highway.A quiet place.They spoke at length.Various incidents.Both had loads to share.Both had loads to fight over.Time just flew.They have been continuously working since last night.Somehow they found more strength to talk.

Do you want anything else.Shall we get the bill?
No thanks I am done.
When they came out it was around 4:30 AM.Dawn would break in an hours time.
Should I drop you home?
"Hmmm theres a problem.The place where I stay they dont allow anyone after 11 PM and the gates open only after 6 AM."
When was the last time you saw a sunrise over the river.
Cannot recall.Infact never.
Come let me take you somewhere.They drove to a bridge.It was completely empty except for some heavy vehicles.
Do you have a boyfriend.He looked into her eyes while saying this.
I generally do not carry excess baggage!
Oops ,not even once in a while?
Depends if it is worth the pain.
Nice sentences and well pronounced.You have a camera in your mobile?
Ofcourse I do.The sun is expected to rise anytime.

The water was calm and serene.A sharp wind was blowing which brought a spine chilling sensation.Dawn had broken.In the distance Avik noticed an old man carrying a basket in his head.On approaching near he noticed it contained flowers which he was probably carrying to trade.

He asked Piu to start take pictures and signalled the old man to the other side of the road.He bought some flowers.Red roses and lilies.
Congratulations! You have just made history.You are the first person in the world to dine with a cop at three hours past twelve and receive flowers from him at sunrise !
A bright smile flushed across her face.The sunrays falling on Aviks face.It lighted a part of it.
Hold it there.Piu took out the revolver she had quitely sneaked from the dashboard.
Are you crazy its loaded !
Do I look like a fool to show you an empty revolver.Kneel....now !
Avik went down on his knees.This girl is crazy.
Congratulations.You have just made history.You are the first person in this world who will propose a journalist on gunpoint at sunrise!

Avik looked up.His heart was beating fast.This girl was smart for sure.He remained on his knees and proposed.The sun had now risen completely and shimmering brightly in the distant.He dropped her home.She returned his revolver and said -

"Anyone can fool you.You dont deserve to be a cop."Saying this she smiled and got down the vehicle.

Avik started his vehicle and replied "Once a cop.Always a cop"

Cheers
Avique

Memories in March

It had been a long day.Pushy clients,quarter end pressure and infinite abuse combined to form a cocktail in Avik's head.The drive to home either has not been pleasant.Clogging at various junctions in the city.In one of the junctions read a digital sign board with date and temperature."12th March, 36 deg C ".

A quick freshening up.Then what?After pondering for quite sometime decided to hit the pool.It has been almost a decade and a half that Avik went swimming.

The evening breeze blowing gently.The pool was on the roof top.Few more high rises besides.The horizon is still red but darkness has engulfed.Lights from the neighboring high rises falling on the water and diffusing in a blissful orchestra.The water seemed to wash off the sun rays still on his skin.

Avik was still in the water.From what seemed from there was a solitary figure on the farther side of the pool.He could not see clearly from the distance but could make out it was a girl.Somewhat skinny,curly dark hair which was kept open and part of it was fluttering,an expressive face but an unsure one.Avik observed her for sometime  and realised she was alone.

"I sell measuring instruments.Have faster ways in which you can measure the depth of the pool !" Avik came from behind and caught the girl unawares with these lighthearted lines.An immediate blush and an exchange of glances.She was taken by surprise and did not speak.Avik with a compulsive habit of speaking started once again.

"You seem new.."
"Yah Ive moved in just a couple of days back."
"You'r working for...."

"An MNC ...software stuff.Is the water very cold?" She said the last part with a childlike innocence and fear.

Avik could not hold back his smile and replied cheerfully ," I also sell thermocouples...you know the ones which measure temperature ! Just hop in."

They used to bump into each other frequently.Never really spoke much.Avik somehow was at loss of words in front of her.He made it a point to go swimming everyday.The summer was picking up.The colours of the fruits and vegetables slowly changing.They enjoyed each others company.They went for walks and chatted for long hours.The heat was slowly picking up.He did not know if it was love.He was very confused with the subject anyways !A company which he longed for.A person whom he started missing.

The girl was not very expressive though.She chose her words.Smiled often. Fidgeted a lot.Listened to whatever he said and never complained.

It was again a busy day for Avik.The board read "30th of March,37.6 deg C".This was going to be a painful summer.They spent quite some time together that evening.Avik was doing most of the talking and she was receptive all the while.She was in black top with a pair of jeans.Neatly done her hair and a soothing nail color.Suddenly Avik was caught unawares  -" I shall leave tomorrow.Dont ask me where."

Avik respected her and understood she meant each word of it.He stood there with just a sideways glance to and fro.She would not meet his eyes.They did not bid good bye.The summer was severe.

Almost an year passed.The digital board reads a new date and time each day which Avik observes daily but nothing really seems to change.It was again a quite evening in March.Avik decided to stroll by the pool side.Familiar memories flashed by.He could soon visualize the year old moments.

"Do you still sell those instruments ?" a voice came from behind.It struck him like lighting.He knew this voice.He has spoken to her within himself a million times and has anticipated  her response.He was not sure if he was hallucinating.He turned back,looked into her eyes and smiled.

 "Yes,I still sell those !"





Cheers,
Avique

He weds She

"I do " and life changes !

I am sure many of my friends can relate to what I am trying to hint at.The past two to three months have seen the Indians most active trying to wed their children.Many of your friends boyfriends and girlfriends get married during this period.An exercise which starts well in advance from finding a suitable boy or girl (just in case you are useless and believe in outsourcing the same to parents).The whole exercise assumes herculean proportions with slowly the whole family and friends giving you options.Most of us haven't had much of a choice in our entire lifetime.Be it choosing a the stream of study,career ,you were even given names without your consultation!However this is probably the only time when we are asked to exercise our choice.More often than not if we are given an option ,we choose. Isn't that a great strategy!

Marriage has been termed as an institution.I beg to differ.It is more of an economy.Movies,songs,event management,caterers and almost anyone and everyone gets a share of the pie during this period.Hum Aapke Hain Kaun and DDLJ were the greatest hits of Bollywood.Such was the impact of these films almost all dogs in the nineties were named "Tuffy" !Even the pressure cooker sales goes up being the most favored wedding gift !

Its a known marketing strategy to engage your customer.So if I believe that Marriage is a company it engages the people flawlessly.From the moment your marriage has been announced almost everyone starts talking about it.Gossips run wild in all parts of the country among your friends and family.Almost every age group has their share of gossip.The 20 odds talk of your ex and breakups and how this guy is an *ss*h** for you to the elders in the family who discuss the feats achieved by people who were born 4 -5 decades earlier in both the families.

Now comes the D day.Young, old ,irritating, agonizing, lovable, short, small all types of people attend your wedding.You suddenly wonder you've grown up without even hearing about them and suddenly you treat them on your wedding.Well some charity guys at least once.

And then you have friends like us it the crowd who are the most eligible bachelors.We are the ones who are most sought after.A sexy (I cant use a better word than this) marketing place for you just in case you happen to be one like us.Looking strongly at 30,too tired to date someone,running out of options - an apt place for some new leads.So it really pays off to attend most of the wedding ceremonies during this period :)

I wish to congratulate all my friends who have tied the knot recently and are going to do the same recently.There is no such cozy combination as man and wife! All the best for your future ,do remember to call me to your wedding,cant afford to miss them anymore :)

Avique

I donno where shes leaving or where shes gonna go!

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose,Terminal Kolkata isn't a great place to be at 5 in the morning.I simply wondered if all the people in the queues are here for boarding a flight or maybe their loo is dysfunctional!

Just as the FIFO was getting implemented I happen to pass a bookstall.Grabbed a Alice in Wonderland.While browsing the pages happen to read the following para -

'Would you tell me please,which way I ought to go from here?'

'That depends a good deal on where you want to get to, said the Cat.

'I dont much care where -,' said Alice.

'That it doesn't matter which way you go,' said the Cat.

'-so long as I get somewhere,'Alice added as an explanation.

'Oh,you're sure to do that,'said the Cat,'if you walk long enough.'

Nice way to start the day!Well Hi friends... haven't been around for quite some time.Was between jobs,relations and cities.Thankfully have rested now and settling for peace on all three fronts.I am found in Kolkata these days in a place called Rajarhat where the human population still matches that of Australian coastal cities.I have a job thankfully and yes Im single...on the wrong side of twenty five !Dont really mean to retrospect though.

Alice would probably be categorized as a aimless wanderer by many,which eventually is true.However what catches attention is the attitude of Alice.She doesnt really care about the goal.If Lewis Caroll is difficult to digest then even Einstein once mentioned that "I do not think about the future ,it comes soon enough!"

I am describing a bunch of people who act on their instincts rather than those who think beyond time and space coordinates.The later are the ones who prioritize their actions based on events which are yet to happen.Well even neural networks are based on algorithms which takes decisions based on past events and none works on future anticipated events!

I have this liking towards people like Alice who are rare.Most are the ones who I classify as 'visionaries' (pun intended).However I am lucky not to be surrounded by the later type people.They either stay away from me or categorically reject people like Alice and me! We need more Cats which is actually responsible for bringing out the Alice in ourselves.

Friends ......twas a long time after which I m posting.This was a casual piece jotted down by a tired soul.Promise to come back soon with my 'Manohar Kahaaniyaan' before Christmas.Well, gave up on painting..the canvas doesn't seem to like me anymore !Miles to go.

Cheers,

Avique

from Calcutta

Officers and Men

Blanket of white snow had engulfed everything around.It had snowed for the first time in the valleys this winter.The intensity of the sun started rising once the snowfall stopped.Multiple reflections of the sun rays reached a tin rooftop on the other side of the road which blazed directly on my blue shades.Awesomely soothing I should say.The relief was shortlived.Immediately a gust of wind started blowing.The arteries and veins seemed to contract.A slap on the cheeks which were exposed.

I looked around and saw a tea stall nearby.Without wasting time ran for shelter.

"Ek chai aur cigarette dijiyega please."

"Cigarette kaun si lenge Janaab?"

"Kings ...badi waali"

"Yeh lo Janaab.Aap Hindustan se ho ?"

This question hit me even more stronger than the chilling winds on my cheeks.I never expected this sort of a question.Not able to understand how to react answered in a single syllable - "haan!"

I am giving an account of my recent trip to Srinagar.From the moment one reaches Srinagar do you find very tight security.Men in uniform guarding the whole city.On the way to hotel I was sort of confused.The mesmerizing beauty of the place,the beautiful hills surrounding the city,the charming Dal lake and lush green estates all around.On the other hand the view of all these scenic wonders are interrupted by men in uniform with snipers and hand ammunition.An unusual tension can be seen on all their faces.I was left all confused.

So far away from the capital I realised that things like Leftist,Rightist,Communist do not hold good here.I have left them far away.You are just a few seconds away from the bullets on the other side of the border.

Kashmir has been termed as the paradise on Earth.Few can contradict it though.A place you would promise to return.Can we not have the paradise once again or is it too late....is it paradise lost?

Lost Profiles

Hello Friends,

No not any story this time!This post is towards one of my recent paintings.Will give a little gist before this.It has been long that I have left painting,almost 10 years or so.In fact to be true never really took it seriously.However really dont recall what prompted me to take it up once again.Maybe its the best way to relax over the weekend after travelling some 2-3 thousand miles.Whatever might be reason all I can say is...Im loving it!

Well the painting you see above is a random expression of my thoughts. Doesn't really make much sense.A depiction of various form of people in black,signifying the common experiences and conditions different people go through.However the background is different for all of them which signifies a different world of each.

Dont really go too much into the meaning of the above papagraph just njoi the painting and let me know if you like it.Will be expecting your comments !

Cya Guys,

Avique

Antaheen

Characters :

Avik Choudhuri - IPS Officer

Brinda Roy Menon - Investating Journalist

Ranjan Da - Avik's Uncle and a retired person.

Uma Di - Brinda's friend philosopher and guide and also her boss.Well she is also the "still in good terms" separated wife of Ranjan da.No,they did not seek divorce.

These are the real life characters,the ones which are not as follows:

Raat_Jaaga_Tara - A GTalk ID

Boy_In_The_Box - A GTalk ID

Well Raat_Jaaga_Tara and Boy_In_The_Box are very close friends,offcourse over the web.They spend most of their time chatting whenever in front of their computers.This has been going on over a year.Strangely enough they still do not know each others name.They prefer anynomity.Both are comfortable sharing their feelings to complete starngers.

Raat_Jaaga_Tara -Hi u der?

Boy_In_The_Box - (He had been impatiently waiting for her to ping.Suddenly turns back and breaks his glass containing drinking water.)

You just broke my glass :)

Raat_Jaaga_Tara - How ?

Boy_In_The_Box - (He explains the reason.) Hey what is ur take on marriage?

Raat_Jaaga_Tara - Cant say.

Boy_In_The_Box - So are you?

Raat_Jaaga_Tara - Am I what ....married?

Boy_In_The_Box - yah

Raat_Jaaga_Tara - Not yet and I am quite happy bout it.How bout u...are u?

Boy_In_The_Box - Am I what - married or happy?

Raat_Jaaga_Tara - Both --- married and happy or happily married ?

Boy_In_The_Box - Married---- well not yet and happy ----cant say!

Raat_Jaaga_Tara - Its a very impatient day.Tis cloudy since morning but not raining.Wind is blowing but its not a storm.The portrait of Che Guevera in my room has been swinging since morning.My mind is very restless.You know what, there is a small antennae on the roof top which I can clearly see from here.A kite has stuck there and is unable to fly away .I feel bad for it :(

Boy_In_The_Box - You might feel bad about it now,however after it blows away you will start missing it!

17 kilos of Marijuna has been found in the outskirts of the city alongwith huge arms and ammunitions.Avik has spearheaded the operation.It was a huge success for the police department.The news had spread like wild fire across the media.

"May I speak to Mr Avik Choudhuri"

"Hello Sir,this is Brinda speaking on behalf of Star Anando.I would like to take a small interview of yours regarding the arms and drugs ceaze.Can you please spare some time for this"

"I am sorry,it would not be appropriate to sensationalize the case at this point as it is far from being over," saying this he hung the phone.

"What an arrogant fuck!"

Just then Ranjan Da calls Avik,"Come over in the evening.We can gulp down some rounds of Chivas!"

"Oh sure Ranjan Da!"

It was Ranjan Da's birthday.Uma di was pretty excited about it.She called up Avik to ask if he is coming down to Ranjan's house in the evening.She even invited Brinda to accompany her to Ranjan Da's house.

All of them met at Ranjan Da's place.Brinda was quite annoyed to learn that Avik was there.However they worked out the differences pretty well.After completing a couple of rounds of Chivas Brinda and Avik proceeded towards the kitchen to prepare some dinner.

"What the hell are these two people doing for so long in the kitchen," Uma di enquired.

"I know Avik very well.He cannot do anything so fast!" came a light hearted reply from Ranjan da.

"You will always point towards that one same point!"

"Thats the only valid point Uma,we are all bloody directionless commoners!"

Avik was busy cutting fine pieces of onions.Tears rolled down his cheeks.Seeing this Brinda was prompt to comment - "Oh my God ,a cop is crying!"

Avik took the knife in his hand and stretching his right arm towards brinda said - "Please take this and cut right here in the artery.You will find the colour of blood is Khaki!.Brinda I would like to tell you please do not engage yourself in the real estate scams.It is a very dirty line and would advise you to stay out of this."

Ranjan Da and Uma Di were pretty high and hence Uma di stayed back.Avik dropped Brinda home.They bid each other goodnight.

Brinda had not returned home till midnight from office the next day.Her mom called up Uma di who said that she had left a couple of hours back.Avik started searching for her.

The dashboard had hit against a truck.The left door was hanging.The front windscreen had been smashed.Blood was ticking down her temple.The colour was black.A bullet mark was clearly visible.The seat was completely drenched in blood.Avik felt the pulses.It wasn't there.She was dead!

A very mournful environment at Brindas residence.Avik entered the house.Her Mom was not speaking.She tried keeping her composure and not to break down.Avik entered through the front door and went towards Brindas room.

It was yet again a windy day.However a storm was fast approaching.Clouds were there but it had started raining.He entered Brindas room.The portrait of Che Guevera was swinging vigorously.Avik was shcoked!He turned his head and to his surprise a kite was hanging from the antennae on the roof top.

Avik still keeps looking at his laptop.He signs in regularly to find Raat_Jaaga_Tara not there.He takes the cursor over the offline name in a futile attempt."You look disturbed ," Avik's Mom enquired.Do you want some coffee?"

"No ,thanx"

"Sarakhon laptop ta niye boshe thakis,eto bhalobasha ekta meye ke dile toh kaaje dito!" ( All the time you work on the laptop,would have made sense had you given so much love to a girl!)

Avik did not reply.

Having a heart is one thing loving someone is another.Love although is fragile and very demanding is endless .It is .........Antaheen!

Avique

The Race

The muddy spikes firmly dug,the limestone scattered loosely along the ground,sweat dripping from the temple,the head making movements down and then steadily up towards the finishing line."On your marks," Avik steadily comes to position with his torso nearly 45 degrees to the horizontal,"get ,set ...," he knows this is his last chance,"GO!"

Like other years this year too it was the annual sports day at school.Avik has the responsibility of winning for his team.150m,200m and 400m has been completed.He could not clinch the gold in any of them.Aspirations were high.His Dad who has coached him for the past years keenly observing.The teachers and his classmates very disappointed with the performance.This is the last chance.A win is must for his team to score the maximum points.He can never face his dad if he loses.

The 100m race has begun.It was not the perfect start he would have liked to have.He was lacking concentration.His start was very late.Almost half way down the race, a decent 10m distance had been created between the leading runner and him.Only 50m separated between him and the result!

Things were very different in the previous years.It was a clean sweep for Avik in nearly all events.The confidence level at an all time high.A pack of loose glucose allowed him to run throughout the day.It was merely the second spot which others competed for.Things certainly have changed.

The crowd was silent.They could clearly see Avik giving up half way through.Suddenly out of the crowds came a shrieking girl's voice "Avikkkkkkkk ......................come on.....pulllllllllllllllllllll !"

Avik knew this voice.A sudden gush of adrenaline flowed across his ailing body.The monotone gather momentum and the whole crowd started cheering him at the top of their voice,"Pulllllllll...........Avikkkkkkkkk....pulllllll !"The resistance gave way to strength.The focus shifted completely towards reaching the finishing line first.A sudden acceleration in the final 20m caught everyone unawares.It wasnt anticipated.Avik pulled from the 4th position clearing the two runners infront.The crowd was in for a photo finish.

Avik generally puts his head down when he is about to end.This ending was much different.It was not the same cakewalk which he is accustomed to.He pulled from behind to catch up with the leading runner.The line was just a couple of seconds away.He put his head down and made that final dash.The flag fluttered at the finishing line!

The race had finished.Dust engulfed the whole arena.The crowd anticipated the result in silence.11.78 seconds......Avik wins!

Avik was gasping for breath.He knew he had won.A joyous moment which was he had anticipated since long.Tears did roll out but little did anyone notice them except his Dad.Never did he cry after a race.Is it winning which mattered most or the effort put towards winning mattered most.Is it the happiness or the pursuit of it.He is yet to figure it out.

Avique

Seven Habits of Highly Inefficient People!

Disclaimer : The examples quoted in this article are no way remotely, either directly or indirectly related to the author.Do not get ideas punks!

1.Habit #1 - And this part is called waking up!

Sometimes I feel along with the rotation of the Earth along its axis ,there has been a relative movement in the horizontal direction of all species over the years.An aspect which evolution hasnt been able to account for.What makes me think so? lemme explain -

What time do you wake up?

8AM?9AM?10AM or you have flexi timings in your office !

Given a chance you wouldnt have woken up!This makes me feel we ought to have been part of a different time zone altogether.Else how could such an important activity be so similar!

Wake up folks!

2.HABIT #2 - Called the skipping lunch episode

Human beings can be classified as either herbivore or carnivore.However with the advent of these "highly ineffective people" we have a breed called "fuckthevore" who are just too disinterested in eating anything at the right times.Just how ridiculous and we always thought people worked to have a full time meal.....strange!

3.HABIT #3 - Called I love my browser syndrome

I am not sure how somehow can keep oggling at the stupid monitor for hours doing nothing....well almost nothing.Even Anjelina seems boring after a couple of hours watch.We always thought human beings are attracted to the opposite sex well waivering of article 377 suggests something different as well ,however how on Earth can someone explain an attraction towards lifeless and sexless objects like a monitor - crazy !

4.HABIT #4 - Losing stuff

How many times have you found your nail cutter after losing it in a span of say 6 months or even a year?The answer says it all.The whole fun of losing and gaining is not understood by this material world.If things were to remain in place as they were it would have been so boring.I agree that without discpilne nothing can exist but without chaos nothing can evolve!

5.HABIT #5 - Do not wear a helmet

These objects are a severe hindrance in the evolution process.Had we stopped wearing helmet from the time twas invented ( God knows who and by whom it was invented!) we would have eveolved with skulls much more stronger and better shock resitant.Hence in the greater interest of the generations to come we are trying to achieve this target!

6.HABIT #6 - Do not listen to parents!!

Im not sure if this is an inherent behaviour which is genetic,culturally transmitted and absorbed or maybe even a reflex action.We somehow tend to oppose anything and everything which our parents say.Its as if to say "You have the right to your opinion but I dont want to listen!"

7.HABIT #7 - Somehow get our work done!

Great job guys!No matter watever said and done we somehow manage to get things done!Be it slogging our ass off before the exam or a deadline!The whole fun is in living on the edge.Life does pose challenges to us we are the bigger challenge!

We do not posses a religion.We do not have a nation.We do not fight for our rights.We simply live our lives and let other live.We do not justify right and wrong.

We proudly proclaim ourselves as "The highly inefficient lot!"

Regards,

Avique