Exams

Today I gave my last paper of this semister, technically I still have another exam in next few weeks. Last night was a precarious one, I slept at 12 am and wanted to wakeup by 3.30 am to complete last leg of revision. More so just wanted the clock to strike 12.30 pm so that it will be over once and for all. This exam was different from so many exams I have appeared for since childhood.

Importantly I am studying after a gap of alomost 8 years. Wonder how does it feel to give exams and work on assignments after so many years? Must admit never studied so hard for any of my earlier exams - not even board and universityexams. I am a early morning person and could never study at night, never mind how important the exam is. Here I was studying till 12 am - 2 am reading the marketing concepts and market research applications. Studying after 10 pm was a task for me in school and college. The first person to deter me from studying at night was my grand mother. Gosh I miss her so much!! My early morning studies during exams were always accompanied by hot cup of tea served by my grand mother. Never mind if it was 5 or 6 am,'a cup of tea makes you fresh', she would say.

I must be a lucky one - here in London too i am pampered the same way. Not allowed to do house chores, 'lower the music volume Tejal is studying' someone will scream. Really lucky to have such friends. Had the pleasure of enjoying spicy bhel on a rainy day while studying, all thanks to my lovely rommies - they rock! The first thing I did today - crashed, that is what I will do soon - see you later

Recap 2010

My first and last post was in April 2008, that's a bad bad record considering the blogging sphere. But of late the writing bug has again begun to bit me, and what could be a better start than the new year. Hopefully i will maintain this resolution.

Aptly i decided to recap 2010. On first thought i never realised when 2010 ended, till new year eve it was not sinking that a new decade is starting. When I look back, i see some immense happy moments in 2010. Last year started with my best friend giving birth to two beautiful twins. And i realised we have had a long journey from school friends to one of us now a mother, the other preparing to go abroad for further studies. Very few people get a second chance in life and 2010 gave me this precious opportunity. After working for 3-4 years i finally found my calling of studying further and decided to come to London. Never in my dreams had i thought that I will leave Bombay to study abroad, but such is life. I like this constant change in life, it is the best teacher. I am reliving the student life here in Kingston, with new university,new friends, new subjects and yes a new perspective of life. And must say am liking it!!
Looking back I think one of the lovely moments of 2010 was my trip to Nainital with my mother. This also made me realise that we have grown up and time has come to look after our parents. Give them that small joy, some happy moments to cherish. It really feels proud when when you can give them exactly what they want on your own. The week of travel was an excellent break from hectic work life and some precious time spend with my mother. And Pappa - it was the memorable sunday of 5th Sept when we celebrated his 60th birthday. I can still remember happiness on my parent's face. It was also my farewell as I was leaving for London on 13th Sept.
How can i forget Abhi's call to ask if things were fine with me here and now his concern now how am I managing here and curiosity to see my pics :)
Lat but not the least the immense satisfaction I felt when clients appreciated my work while quitting and my treasures - friends that I have left behind in Mumbai. I miss them all but can be in touch with them thanks to FB and Internet. World is indeed a small place. No wonder my parents are liking the new toy - Skype- and want me to come online almost daily :))

Shall take leave on this sweet note , more updates later