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GRATITUDE - IS LIKE MUSIC TO THE HEART GRATITUDE is the Music of the  Heart we play towards those who Help us in one way or other.   It should therefore be Sincere and Personal as possible. In my Youth days I had a lot of  Friends including many Pen Friends. I remember once I had to sent to a Pen Friend  Abroad a small Gift for her Birthday. In acknowledgement she sent a phonograph record  which played, when played,  spoke in personal  terms  the GRATITUDE for my little present.   All my Friends including myself appreciated  this unusual proof of thanksgiving. Nothing is so hurting as the indifference shown by a  Beneficiary or Parrot -like "Thanks", that comes without warmth. In the Bible for instance we read that Christ cleansed Ten Lepers one and only One came running to Him to Thank Him  And where are the other Nine? asked Christ. That was indeed Ingratitude on the part of those who  never cared to turn up to...

THE MAN WHO BROUGHT THE EAST TO THE WEST AND CHANGED GOA FOREVER VASCO DA GAMA Vasco da Gama is a Portuguese explorer widely credited with the discovery of an oceanic route linking Europe and India in 1498. He was the first European to reach India by sea, and his voyage to the East marked the beginning of an era of maritime imperialism by European powers in Asia. Da Gama's journey to India had a profound impact on the history of the region. It opened up trade routes between Europe and India, which allowed Portugal to dominate the lucrative spice trade in the region. At the same time, it enabled the Portuguese to spread Christianity throughout Asia and to expand their colonial empire in the region. The Portuguese, under Da Gama's leadership, also established their base in Goa, India. Goa was the first Portuguese colony in Asia, and it would remain under Portuguese control until 1961. During this period, the Portuguese introduced numerous innovations to the region, such as ...

"A wealthy man lost his Wife when his only child. was very young.  A. Housekeeper came to work in the house to take care of the boy. The boy died tragically at Twenty. Years of age.  The Old man was without. Kin or kin, and he died of a broken heart some years later."   The man had no  Heir to his enormous Estate,  nor could one be found.  Neither was there a Will.  So the whole property passed to the State.  In due course, there was an Auction to dispose of the personal effects of the mansion.  The Old. The housekeeper attended the auction,  not because she could buy anything, but because her grief was too strong to keep. away. There was only one thing in the whole collection that attracted her attention.  It was a Photograph of the Son whom she had looked after. She had lived him as her own son.  No one wanted the photograph, and her few pence was enough to buy it. ". She brought it home and proceeded to take it out. fro...

When we look at the image before us—a brilliantly detailed owl, alive with color, symmetry, and depth—we are not just observing a piece of art. We are standing face to face with a powerful symbol of wisdom, awareness, and inner strength. Across cultures and centuries, the owl has represented insight, intelligence, and the ability to see what others cannot. Today, this image invites us to reflect on our own lives and the wisdom we carry within. The owl is known for its sharp vision, especially in the dark. This is not accidental. Darkness, in life, often represents uncertainty, fear, confusion, or challenge. And yet, the owl does not avoid the dark—it thrives in it. This teaches us an important lesson: true wisdom is not developed in comfort alone, but in moments when clarity is most difficult to find. When life feels uncertain, when answers are not obvious, that is when our inner vision must awaken. Notice the intricate patterns and vibrant colors in this image. Every line, every sha...

Darth Vader, though often mistaken by younger audiences due to the mystery of the mask, is not a girl , but a male character and one of the most iconic figures in the Star Wars saga. He is a powerful Sith Lord, originally born as Anakin Skywalker , whose tragic transformation from a heroic Jedi to a feared enforcer of the dark side forms the emotional core of the entire Star Wars narrative. Darth Vader's story spans generations, beginning as a gifted boy on the desert planet Tatooine , and ending as a redeemed father who sacrifices himself to save his son and destroy evil.  Anakin was discovered by Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn , who believed him to be the Chosen One prophesied to bring balance to the Force. Trained under Obi-Wan Kenobi , Anakin quickly grew into a skilled Jedi, known for his bravery and power, but also for his emotional instability and defiance of Jedi rules. His deep love for Padmé Amidala , whom he married in secret, coupled with a haunting fear of loss, made hi...

Raja -Who is a superhero? Kavita - A superhero is somebody who saves lives, it is as simple as that.   Raja - Have you met a real life superhero? Kavita - No, but I would like to meet one.   Raja - Ok, then let me introduce you to Ambulance Dada, a real life superhero.   Kavita - By the way Raja, why is he called "Dada", is he a Gunda?   Raja - No, he is not a Gunda, but a social worker from Dhalabari in North Bengal. He is called Dada out of affection and endearment.   Kavita - Ok, Raja, then tell me more about Ambulance Dada.   Raja - He is from Dhalabari, a small town in North Bengal, famous for its tea gardens and Gorumara forest range.   Kavita - I am really intrigued now, so tell me about this social worker?   Raja - He is a school dropout who has saved more than 7000 lives since 1998.   Kavita - I wonder how did his journey begin?   Raja - It all began with an unfortunate event when he l...

In the urban slums of the Philippines, particularly in densely populated areas like Tondo, Manila, a harsh reality known as “pagpag” exists—one that starkly reveals the depth of poverty experienced by many Filipinos. The word pagpag literally means “to shake off dirt or dust” in Filipino. However, in this context, it refers to leftover food scavenged from garbage bins, usually from fast food restaurants, that is cleaned, recooked, and eaten by people who cannot afford freshly prepared meals. Often, these food scraps include discarded fried chicken, rice, burgers, or spaghetti, scraped off used packaging and collected from trash bags dumped behind fast-food chains. People resort to eating pagpag out of sheer necessity. For millions living below the poverty line, where daily income is sometimes less than ₱100 (about $2), access to nutritious food is nearly impossible. In some communities, pagpag has become an informal industry: individuals, often children or mothers, collect food was...