The Irony of Modern Day Husband's

         We recently completed 6 years of matrimonial bliss, but on the 6th anniversary my dear husband was stuck in office and well all my friends and family members who knew about it were not worried about the fact that we could not be together due to his work commitments. On the contrary everybody was at their wildest imagination spree (specially all my male friends and relatives who are married). Wondering how did I get to know about this?

            As a sweet gesture my younger brother and his wife posted a picture of ours wishing us happy anniversary on Facebook and what followed thereafter was hilarious. Well, what was more surprising was that my brother who posted this picture was at his wildest of imagination that day... I guess girls, these guys really can't find any thing else as interesting and exciting than making false stories of how scared they are from us. Well, when the post came both me and hubby thanked them from our distant locations and then the strings of comments followed. The first one being from my brother to my hubby, "bhai ghar pahaunch warna tu toh gaya"...  Well, when my hubby entered home in the evening the next day, calls started coming in as to whether he was alright. I appreciate all the genuine concerns of all his male friends, they were all worried, "people made wild guesses like I would have not given him food, broken his head or done something really wild to make up for his absence on the d-day". I swear, guys can get so imaginative about girls. Well, how could my husband disappoint his male friends. Waise, hubby dear you cooked up real good stories to make them believe how realistic their imagination was.

           Both of us had a good laugh that day. Thanks to all his male friends, I had a good dose of entertainment. All this did not end here. Co-incidentally, after being absent from our anniversary my hubby presented me a lovely ring, the reactions on this one were even more entertaining and fuelled everyone's imagination even more. They kind of almost believed that I must have surely given him a tough time and so their typical resolutions of not forgetting and not celebrating their anniversaries started doing the rounds. This time even the girls gang was participative ;) But in all this I truly understood the irony of modern day husband's. They love us, there is no entertainment in their lives without us, but their male bonding codes and societal codes does not let them accept this. They are rather more happy, making fun about it and laughing out loud. Well, guys thank you.... you all are a complete package of entertainment not only for yourselves but us too. We enjoy having a laugh over these over the top, dramatic reactions of yours. As we have accepted it, its time you all to accept that your life will be really boring without us :)

       

Artistic, Unique & Pocket Friendly Fashion

Hello people, I am one of those few people who retorts to the internet for every small and big thing I need on this earth.  As they say, “Google it” I belong to the “Google it” genre. Blame it on lack of time, distances, traffic chaos I largely depend on the internet shopping websites for my regular shopping needs.
    I am a self-confessed internet shopaholic. I usually pick up my clothes, shoes, bags and any kind of accessories I need from the online lifestyle stores like Jabbong and Myntra. But off late I really had enough of similar styled stuff on these websites. In my quest to find something different I googled again, and I came across this lovely brand “Maati”. For all of you who have very simplistic style of dressing and love to stay in your denims and tees but still spell class and sophistication Maati t-shirts are just perfect for you.

About Maati
    Maati is a brand that specializes in making hand-painted t-shirts. If I am not wrong I believe they are the first of its kind to make something as unusual as this. As I was browsing through their product catalogue I instantly fell in love with their t-shirts, they are truly amazing, beautiful painted Buddha, Colorful Camel, A Tribal Dancer and many more such artworks to choose from. The range in both Men’s and Women’s is extensive. Whatever your mood, whether to party or just chill out or have a laid back day at home in style, Maati has a great piece of art work on its t-shirts for your different moods.
    The quality of the t-shirts is too good, super soft fabric and very easy to maintain. My first thought was that since its hand-painted I may have to hand wash it. But I was really delighted to see its wash instructions. One can wash these on a gentle cycle in the washing machine as well. Now that’s what you call style with convenience. Also, given the kind of classy pieces they are their pricing is very reasonable.
    Maati has really perfected the art of blending Indian art with modern fashion sensibilities. I ordered for the Buddha t-shirt which is truly enigmatic. Not only is it a beautiful piece to instantly jazz up you plain denims, it really makes you feel calm and at peace with your-self from within. Another interesting thing about Maati is that they really value their artisans. Each t-shirt of Maati comes with a story about the artist who has painted it and also carries the story behind the art on your merchandise. I am really impressed by this endeavor by the founders of Maati. You really don’t find people these days that identify their products and brands with the people who work on ground level, but Maati does.

I am looking forward to have more of Maati tee’s in my collection. The complete collection can be found on their website www.maationline.com and if I am lucky enough would surely want to visit their store some day. Till then all of you who love to shop online, and like things that are unique and stylish you know Maationline is one great place to be.
 Watch this space for more as I come up with more and more information on Maati, and Maati, way to go.

For all those who believe in buying clothes by walking into the store, the good news is Maati has an exclusive outlet in Delhi. The address is:

“The Maati Store”
26, Hauz Khas Village
New Delhi - 16

Homemakers - Anchoring Many Lives

        Hello everyone... I am "A stay at home mom",who makes a home out of a concrete house, makes humans out of young little children... but people around look at me just as a normal housewife.

         I too had a career, I also went to college, I am no less educated than any of my friends working in big IT Firms or a Corporate office, but still why do people think I am lazy, just because I am at home. It's not just me, we are an entire community. There are many others like me, who are stay at home moms. It is not, that they are not smart enough, or not educated, but they chose this life over everything else. Once, they too had a high flying career and they gave up all, just to make the future of their little angels they brought into this world. Even if some of them, never went out and worked, it was their individual choice. They chose building a strong family foundation over everything else. This is not just my story, but it is indeed a story of millions like me. I know of many ladies as well, who look down upon the one's staying at home. But, did we question or comment on your choice of going out and working, then why are housewives a point of discussion among people. I am lucky, to have been blessed with a life-partner who values my role as a housewife, but there are many others who are not as lucky as me.

       Contribution of a housewife, is often questioned in society. But, I think the contribution they make is just unmatchable. Their contribution cannot be measured in terms of monetary value. House wifes, are a robust support system behind the advancement of any community. What we become as adults is a true reflection of what are parents imbibed in us as little children. Most importantly, our mother's. This is only one job, one role, which is done without expecting anything in return. A stay at home wife/mother is a stress buster for her family members at the end of the day, is a strong support system who manages the smallest of nittie gritties of each and every member of the family. She has no holidays, no Saturdays and Sundays. She does not have the motivation of a fat pay check at the end of the month. Whatever she does, is purely on her own determination, self-motivation, and the happiness and smile she sees on people around her. It's the happiness of these people around her that keeps her going. Don't forget, she too has a life of her own, but for her that has taken a back seat. Not that somebody forced her into doing this, she has chosen the role herself. Appreciate and value her. If that is so difficult, atleast do not look down upon her.

       There is no human, not making any contribution to the society. Everybody is playing his/her role in their  own right. It may be a monetary contribution or a societal one. Respect everyone. Me and many other's like me are making their own great deal of contribution, by raising and preparing adults for tomorrow, who will make society. And, believe it or not are also, strongly supporting the adults today, who are stepping out to become great achievers.

I salute to the spirit of ladies who have chosen to manage career and family both, but please do not forget, you are what you are because your mom chose to stay at home and look after you. Even today, for most of us making a career, it is our stay at home mom and mom-in-laws who are giving us the much needed support system back home.

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