tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35082101542009020852024-03-13T13:13:57.043-07:00my life as a brownie.priya tandonUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-37766716189807934712013-04-11T18:34:00.001-07:002013-04-11T18:34:22.543-07:00don't poke fun at mental illness. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Recently I read an article in the Huffington Post about McDonald's apology to the public for the "You're not Alone"- Millions of people love the Big Mac. <br />
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The ad is a picture of a woman with her hand on her head. It really seems as though they are poking fun of mental illness. I'm surprised McDonald's would even allow such an ad to be put through. If I was working at an ad agency, it's my responsibility to make sure to speak to the brand of McDonald's. That's why I was wowed by the advertisement. <br />
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Well at least McDonald's did the right thing by apologizing. That's actually the only thing they could have done, or else they would be experiencing a nasty brawl. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-13610191416694124782013-04-01T13:40:00.004-07:002013-04-01T13:40:31.129-07:00routine. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<i>As you all know, this weekend we were on holidays and so was my blog! </i><br />
<i>Sorry for that. But I am back and I will have two posts this week. </i><br />
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I have one more week of school left. It is a bittersweet feeling. I thought I would be jumping with joy but having a consistent routine for the last two years is going to make me miss the school.<br />
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I have grown so much these past two years and have gone through many struggles. I'm not saying the buck stops here but my personal growth has been immense and I thank it to this program and my family and friends who have stuck by my side through it all.<br />
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I am so excited to start the next phase of my life-be it the challenges, happiness, struggles etc. I will face, I believe I can do it all. You know why? "If you are put in a position where you are to complete various tasks that you never thought you could and even if you think it's the best work you have done and you get it back with an auto-fail or a fail because an instructor felt it wasn't - that means you are learning and you will do better next time AND you can take up any challenge that comes your way."<br />
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That's what I got out from most of my assignments. Regardless, a mark will never define you. It is the way you learn and what you take in while learning. Plus, having instructors believe in you always helps.<br />
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I wanted to share a quick recipe that helps boost my energy through it all.<br />
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1 tsp protein powder (I love the French Vanilla flavour)<br />
1 tsp peanut butter<br />
1 tsp of walnuts<br />
Cup of Almond Milk<br />
Handful of frozen mangos (Or any frozen fruit you love)<br />
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<i>optional: handful of kale or spinach </i><br />
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Magic Bullet it and voila you have a delicious, high in fibre protein shake.<br />
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<b>My goal for the upcoming year- get up early every morning, work-out and work even harder to succeed for the future! </b></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-22240125779677554402013-03-21T15:31:00.003-07:002013-03-21T15:31:36.984-07:00wedding fun. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
2013 is a big year for my family and I. My one and only sister is getting married end of August and so is my really good friend end of May. <br />
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Pinterest has been my wedding fashion, DIY decorations, ideas, thoughts and so much fun, escape. <br />
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Even though I'm not a strong believer on spending large sums of mula on a wedding, I can admit the excitement does get in the way of the cost. <br />
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However, Pinterest has been a big help on the plans my sister has for her big day or rather the plans I have, considering I'll be doing most of the work! <br />
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Below are a few cool ideas on DIY bridal shower/ festivities/ and East Indian wedding fashion! <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-73988516596478631562013-03-14T21:13:00.002-07:002013-03-14T21:13:30.200-07:00the pain never goes away. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
The past two days I have been at the Convention Centre listening to my fellow classmates IPPP's (Independent Professional Project Presentations). What a fun ride it has been hearing everyone's journey along the way and the challenges/successes they've faced. Congrats to all of them!<br />
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My good friend and classmate, Dave Baxter did his IPP on Manitoba Cold Cases. This is about the many missing women/ men in Manitoba. When I was listening to his presentation, I was thinking about the time my ma told me a story of her cousin who went missing in India and has yet to be found. Then, today, at work, I stumbled upon an article about the Nepali Civil War which happened nearly six years ago. In it is a woman named, Purniyama Lama holding a picture of her husband, who she's waiting for to return to her. He was taken away and rumours have it, he was killed.<br />
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Be it anywhere in the world, we all share a story and like Dave put it "the pain never goes away."<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-62375222119996347942013-03-07T21:21:00.004-08:002013-03-07T21:21:47.844-08:00Girl Rising<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I was asked to do a screening for this upcoming amazing film called Girl Rising. Just watch the trailer and you'll know what I'm talking about.<br />
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Happy soon to be International Women's Day! </div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-44886337124041791622013-02-28T15:38:00.001-08:002013-02-28T15:38:05.711-08:00india. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Last week I was in India. I can't even believe last week, this time I was in Delhi, shopping with my family and eating yummy food on the streets.<br />
It was a hectic, yet wonderful experience. It's been 22 years since I've been back with my entire family. It's always been either my sister and I and/or with my ma, but this time it was the whole fam jam. <br />
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All I can say about India: ORGANIZED CHAOS. You wonder how people survive in such a country where if you aren't up to pace then you are cut from the entire crowd and considered an outsider. A country where respect is number one, yet if you come from a lower social class, others treat you with disrespect. Where anger is not the solution, the answer to everything is "don't worry, it will get done." And, as a matter of fact everything does work out. Nothing is ever planned.<br />
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In a way it's overwhelming, crazy, out of control type of lifestyle, but the other way I look at it, is it's different. It's a different outlook on life and one the key attributes I learnt through this particular experience is patience is a virtue. <br />
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Travelling for 10 days wasn't easy, especially since my entire trip revolved around going to this store, after this store, after this religious place etc. It was a go, go life but luckily being in a program that's taught me to balance certain tasks, I felt I could handle it, or at least my mind could. My body on the other hand feel sick 4 days into the trip. The flu got the best of me, and now back in Winnipeg, I am left with a sinus infection. <br />
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Was it worth it, you may ask?<br />
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Yes, every experience is worth it. Be it good OR bad. <br />
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All I can say- family comes first and everything else is the many added benefits to the nourishment of my life.<br />
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Millions of people gather for a celebration that happens every 12 years. Hindu men, women and children gather in a holy place in Allahabad, India and dip in the Ganges water to free them from all there sins. During this time as many as 30 million people attend. In a couple of days, I will be one of them.<br />
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I've decided not to go near the Ganges because it's unsafe - already 36 people have died, mostly women and children in a stampede that happened two days ago. But the coincidence is many years back when my ma was in India, she prayed at the Ganges saying that when "my daughters are older, I pray that we will be back 12 years from now during the time". Her wish came true.<br />
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I will post pictures during the time I am there.<br />
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I've always loved children and even though I would never think of having them for my own, I knew in the back of my mind there would come a point where I would. <br />
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I also confide in my doctor a lot. I've changed doctors over the years because when I was around the age of 19, I felt more comfortable with a woman doctor which ended up leading me back to my family doctor. He's someone who really cares for human beings and someone I trust. <br />
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Now here is the issue. <br />
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When I read articles where doctors tell other women lies that they have cancer in the uterus and have to get a hysterectomy- then I become VERY angry inside. <br />
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This is happening in Rajasthan -north-west of India as I write this. <br />
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Women are confiding in doctors, saying that during menstruation they are bleeding heavy. The doctors recommend they get there uterus removed because they say they '<strong>MIGHT</strong>' develop cancer. <br />
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Many of the women in the article were reluctant of getting the surgery but they did because the doctor told them so. Did I mention the doctors get paid $200 which is equivalent to 10,644 rupees. For some people, especially in this village it means selling there house and/or animals and hope to survive in this tough world. <br />
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Not only that but most of the women who get these surgeries are physically tired and cannot do 'normal' activities like they used to. <br />
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This article doesn't have to do only with the lack of education but also dishonesty. If my doctor told me, Priya, if you don't get this surgery your life will be ruined- I would think for 2 minutes and end up getting the surgery. This is because we often trust people who have vowed to take care of humans. Not only that but we simply trust our doctors. <br />
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It's sad. It's sad because we live in a world where greed means more than the value of human beings. </div>
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Thanks to my amazing ma for taking pictures throughout the evening.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-53613879023155264242013-01-21T16:11:00.002-08:002013-01-21T16:11:07.855-08:004 days left. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
This post is dedicated to my charity event I am holding on for an organization called One! International Poverty Relief. They are an amazing organization, filled with awesome people that strive to teach literacy to children living in the slums of Mumbai! <br />
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Tonight We Are One! is a night filled with awareness, entertainment, great food and a way for you to be part of ending poverty and educating the youth! <br />
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Come out and experience it all at the Norwood Community Centre, Friday January 25, 2013, <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-62406537073511827622013-01-17T17:39:00.001-08:002013-01-17T17:39:41.333-08:00when will it stop. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
4 days ago another article was written about a 29-year old woman who was gang raped on a bus in Punjab. The woman pleaded to get off the bus but no one said anything or did anything except stop at a secluded area where six men raped the woman throughout the night. <br />
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The six men have been arrested. <br />
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This is another of the many cases, women are being victimized, tortured and objectified. When will our culture get it in their heads that women are not born to be sex objects! When will the media stop objectifying women in the first place? <br />
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All I see in magazines is women wearing products after products, starving themselves to look more appealing to who? To themselves? Or to the eyes of others? It's sad to think when I have children they will be growing up in a materialistic, fake- alistic WORLD. <br />
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Let's work together to educate the people in our life to not think/be like that. Because if we have more people loving, instead of conforming then maybe, just maybe it will stop. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-58235466789434963642013-01-10T16:35:00.001-08:002013-01-10T16:35:22.074-08:00so much to say. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
So much has happened this past holiday in the news. First the Connecticut shooting and secondly the Delhi rape victim. <br />
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I have a lot to say about both but this post will focus on the Delhi rape victim. My ma was the one who told me about what happened. My first reaction wasn't shocking as I've heard many stories in India where women are raped and abused and there's no cry out, except this time. It's very unfortunate what happened but it's important that it did- to teach a lesson. <br />
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When I'm in India, especially in smaller states like where I was born- Allahabad- population of 1.74 million, I feel very cautious of how I present myself. This is because whenever I go out, my sister and I get stared at like vultures. It's quite disgusting but it's something we have taught ourselves to ignore. And, that's just it. We teach ourselves to ignore the wrong to protect ourselves when we shouldn't even have to. <br />
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It's time India changes their way of thinking and it's time they talk about sex. First, educate children at a younger age about sex. It's still very hush, hush there and if it's understood at an earlier age of what's wrong and right then maybe such problems wouldn't arise so often. If I understand correctly sex education isn't taught at most high schools in India or at all? <br />
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And in all honesty it's time citizens of India get taught about sex because come on, India has a population of 1 billion or more so it's time they open there eyes to that option. It will leave less children in poverty, it will help the overall culture and hope to free the country as a whole into an open-minded way of thinking. - That's purely my thought on it. </div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-2359064361444456792012-12-13T16:03:00.003-08:002012-12-13T16:03:44.174-08:00ravi shankar<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
As a classical Indian Kathak dancer, we would often be told by our guru (teacher) to listen to classical music like Ravi Shankar.<br />
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Ravi Shankar's talent in playing the sitar is magnificent and being that he passed away at the age of 92 he lived a good life, or so it seemed with his stage presence. <br />
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I am actually very excited because on January 25, 2013 is the day I will be holding a charity event for an organization called One! International. They teach literacy to children in the slums of Mumbai and one of the performances for the evening is a sitar piece by a man I've known for many years, Joshua Stanton. <br />
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Joshua has the same grace as Ravi Shankar had. I can't wait for all of you to see him perform. Have a wonderful weekend, great people. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-84916302996723211482012-12-06T17:31:00.001-08:002012-12-06T17:40:10.802-08:00abuse. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
For the last year I've been following the Maple Batalia case. Batalia was shot to death at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, BC in September of last year. The men alleged of murdering her was ex-boyfriend, Gurjinder (Gary) Dhaliwal and his friend Gursimar Bedi. <br />
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Batalia was only 19 when she passed away. She lost her life at such a young age and for what reason? <br />
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I was reading many of the comments on articles written about the case. Some defended Dhaliwal, saying he was a quiet and a shy guy and others would say he would yell at Batalia on the phone behind closed doors. <br />
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I don't know neither ones personality but I know from personal experience that when you're that young you have no idea that you're being abused; physically or emotionally unless you're out of that situation. <br />
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This is based on my personal experience. I was emotionally abused a couple of years ago and it wasn't that the person called me negative names but rather put me through an emotional roller coaster where I almost lost my family, friends and myself. I was focused on fixing things with that specific relationship that I never focused on myself, my education or being my best self. Of course, with every experience, you learn and become a stronger, better individual- or strive to be. <br />
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Unfortunatly, Batalia never had the opportunity many men and women should. I find abuse a complex term. When I used to think of abuse, I thought of physical violence and pain. But when I look back at my life and experiences I realize that abuse is more than just that. It's a constant battle of having to conform your morals and ideals to match the other person's. And for what? NOTHING. It's all for nothing because at the end of the day as human-nature is, you move on and so does your past. <br />
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That's why it's so important to surround yourself with people that help you to be grounded and to find your inner-self (as hard as that can be). I'm so fortunate to have people around me who deeply love me and I finally have the mind to appreciate it. <br />
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It wasn't easy posting this. It has to do with the fact I always used to say I would NEVER be one of those women who would be emotionally abused but I became that person for a bit. I thank everyone who helped me realize that and contined to fight for me to be a better me. <br />
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For anyone who knows someone who's being emotionally or physcially abused, don't ignore it. Whether it's someone yelling on the phone, embarassing someone on the street or cheating on someone. It's abuse. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-31747438347880400372012-11-29T16:53:00.001-08:002012-11-29T16:53:02.885-08:00religion and art save environments. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I read an interesting passage the other day on BBC. It was of men and women painting tree trunks in Bihar, India of Hindu gods and goddesses like Krishna, Radha, Saraswati and Durga. The artists hope the drawings
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The reason why this has been effective so far is most people in India, especially in villages are highly religious and they fear cutting down trees will give them bad luck.<br />
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My public relations knowledge came into effect when reading this article. <br />
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1. <strong>Know your audience</strong><br />
- Bihar, India, religious men and women aged 20-65. <br />
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2. <strong>Communication/Action</strong><br />
- Message has been sent to various publics to NOT cut down trees in fear of bad luck. Beware or Hindu gods and goddesses will come after you. <br />
- Save the environment. India is growing more and more every minute and second of the day. Let's maintain the living life we have and deter from destroying it. <br />
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3. <strong>Evaluation</strong><br />
- how effective was this strategy- very effective! When you place fear in people's minds, majority of them would not like to be near it. Example, don't touch a hot stove or don't kill the environment or you'll face bad luck. (dramatic, I know, but it's working) <br />
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Religion and Art can save the environment! <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-73234315718660182522012-11-22T18:03:00.003-08:002012-11-22T18:03:43.001-08:00the joy of giving. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-77074470993390359952012-11-15T19:04:00.001-08:002012-11-15T19:04:44.323-08:00keepin' it real. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
My mom and I recently watched a Bollywood film called "Jab Tak Hai Jaan" (Until I live). It was your typical love story where a man and a woman fall in love, they can't be together due to circumstances and live without seeing each other for 10 years. I won't ruin the end for my audiences who may want to watch this film. <br />
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What I noticed was one of the lead actresses, Katrina Kaif who is stunningly beautiful looked a bit different in this film. Her face looked different, a lot different. She got botox and collagen on her lips. <br />
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Personally, it's really up to a person if they choose to do that to their face. I can understand that being in the public eye isn't easy and you have to meet people's out of the norm expectations but is it really necessary to make your face look expression-less when you're in a profession like acting?<br />
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Plus, why doesn't our culture embrace age and everything that comes with it? Wrinkles are beautiful and I have always thought they were. It shows a person's character and the life they have led. Especially when I watch films, I find that the beauty in such a career lies in the expression. <br />
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We live in such a unrealistic world. It's always about 'looking good', having a nice body both for men and women, making sure you are always 'groomed'. Sometimes I wonder why we have such ideals? Yes the media plays a huge role in it but when did we start defining what 'beautiful' was. <br />
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Why the long lashes and thicker drawn in eyebrows? Why the hairless body? Why the big boobs and big ass or small boobs and small ass when all of our bodies are made so differently? I can go on for hours. <br />
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Let's keep it real people because anyone who truly loves you, accepts you for you - even with the pouch on your stomach, or the hairy legs in the winter (ha) and of course the beautiful wrinkles. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-33379810402091483092012-11-08T18:49:00.000-08:002012-11-08T18:49:42.182-08:00<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
When I look back to my posts I often notice a pattern of similarities. Majority of the posts relate to backward-thinking fanatics who don't feel the need to progress with the changing times. <br />
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But, today I read an article on Jezebel that will change the dynamic of this particular post. An article was written on the first ever Asian-America woman elected in the Senate. I found this to be quite fascinating for two reasons: one, she is Asian-American and two, she will be the first ever Hindu to take an oath on the Bhagavad Gita. (scripture/holy book) <br />
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Both my parents have been brought up as Hindus but my mother in particular is the one that keeps Hinduism alive in our household. We celebrate all the festivals and I enjoy learning about the religion, culture and tradition. (more so the culture) <br />
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Every time my ma tells me a story from the Bhagavad Gita or Ramayan, it's as if she is telling me a bed time story from a make believe world. It fascinates me how bright her eyes get when she shares those stories. It could be because I have never had that sort of passion towards any religion. <br />
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So, back to the article I read today. It was interesting to see how our culture in North America is beginning to grow, but more so accept. <br />
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Acceptance seems to be one of the key messages gurus, priests, pundits, monks and mostly everyone tells. Accept people for who they are and what they believe in. It seems as if the teachings have always been with us but we often forget to accept not only what we believe in but in other beliefs too. <br />
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It's a battle of staying balanced in our views, thoughts, values, morals and traditions. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-56832695732764293162012-11-05T18:57:00.002-08:002012-11-05T18:57:11.502-08:00what if i told you... (follow up video)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Below is a follow up video of the parents who committed the crime and justifying their actions. The hardest part for me is watching the end where the little children are crying for their dad but fail to understand what he did. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-66521831208346488482012-11-01T18:21:00.002-07:002012-11-01T18:21:50.493-07:00what if I told you....<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
What if I said to you that you're not allowed to watch a teacher, teach?<br />
What if I said to you that you're not allowed to watch a chef, cook?<br />
What if I said to you it was illegal to watch a person walk by?<br />
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What would you say to me?<br />
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I'm absurd and crazy, right?<br />
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Well, two parents in a small town in Pakistan would fail to disagree. <br />
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A father watched his 15-year-old daughter <strong>glance</strong> at two men riding on their motorcycle. A harmless act that ended up causing her life. <br />
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Why you may ask?<br />
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Well, this father thought to himself that by looking at other people, especially the opposite sex, should be punished. Or rather his younger daughter looking at other men is a sin. <br />
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What did he or rather they do to her?<br />
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Her mother and father took her to the side. The father beat her up and with the help of the mother poured acid on her. <br />
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They took her to the hospital the next day, but it was a day too late. <br />
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Sometimes I wonder if her life was better off not being in this world, where humans are no longer beings but rather monsters. Why would she want to live in hell? Maybe she is happier now. Free from disgust and hardship. <br />
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But then I wonder how can we change a father's mind from his thoughts that have been ingrained in him ever since he was born? <br />
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Yes, it can be through education, but there is more than that. I am still trying to figure it out and maybe if I was physically in Kotli, Pakistan, I could?<br />
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Or is it human nature to be drawn to information that support your own beliefs? I really believe it's the fact that people do not like being proven wrong. I think this little girl's father was trying to make a point that his beliefs were right and his daughter should follow or be punished. <br />
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This story is another incident of 'honour' killing. Where the reputation of a family is more important than the lives of the members in it. <br />
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I feel it's time these people cozy up to the idea that being wrong is not bad. It is rather the polar opposite. It's a learning experience and in the end you become a better person, rather than a murderer (in this case). <br />
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Rest in peace little girl. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Saira Liaqat had acid poured on her when she was nineteen-years- old. She is a survivor and continues to empower women.<br />
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Liaqat at the age of twenty-two. She's had 25 surgeries and is still smiling :) <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-21684415114840093552012-10-25T16:41:00.003-07:002012-10-25T16:41:39.714-07:00what do I really believe in?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Yesterday was Dussehra- a Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil. It marks to end of Navratri- a festival dedicated to worshipping Durga- goddess of strength. It is also the beginning of autumn and considered an important time for climatic and solar junctions.<br />
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But for me it's a festival where I can't drink alcohol or eat meat for nine days. I never understood why, but made assumptions that it's a way to 'purify' the body and mind. <br />
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I've already seen a difference in my face where all the icky-ness that was in my body is now showing on my skin. I am pimple-fied. (Basically, my skin is breaking out). But that's the least of my worries. <br />
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What I do enjoy about this festival is the last day Dussehra. Not because I can continue enjoying my vino but rather that act of removing all evil around me. <br />
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The morning of, you write your name in Hindi on a new book (new beginnings), and take a leaf, put it behind your ear, go outside and throw it on the outside ground. <br />
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The significance of the leaf and throwing it downwards on the ground signifies the killing of Raaven "Satan,demon, evil". <br />
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I felt a sense of relief at that moment. It has to do with all the negativity that's been around me for some reason this past month. It seemed as if everything was spiralling downwards. However, having killed evil yesterday morning my mind seems more clear. <br />
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Now this could be because I'm allowing myself to clear my mind and body or maybe there is someone above me assisting me to think more positively and to remove all evil. (Self-reflection for a moment)<br />
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What are your thoughts on removing evil, is it all within and/or someone above helping to remove it?<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-49223814330466832512012-10-18T16:01:00.000-07:002012-10-18T16:01:40.890-07:00the world before her. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
This past weekend I was supposed to watch a documentary called "The World Before Her" by Nisha Pahuja. I was actually supposed to watch it with my ma, but because it was screened on a Sunday; the same day my ma chooses to cook food, clean and etc...we couldn't go. <br />
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I can tell she regrets it. <br />
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Anyways, it's a story of two very different worlds. One world is women fighting for beauty, glamour, fame and freedom from patriachal views. The other world is young girls and women fighting for their country. <br />
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Once I watch it I will let you know what I think and if any of you have already seen it, please let me know what you think. <br />
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Loving the comments. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-55429958223353230722012-10-11T16:22:00.002-07:002012-10-11T16:25:38.061-07:00for all the girls. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">T</span>oday is officially the "International Day of the Girl". What is that you may ask? <em>The day that will promote girls’ human rights, highlight gender inequalities that remain between girls and boys and address the various forms of discrimination and abuse suffered by girls around the globe. (UNGEI) </em><br />
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It's a great feeling to be alive for such a day. I feel it really has to do with the event I am putting on in January. It is for an organization called One! International and they teach literacy to children in the slums of Mumbai. This organization is really helping girls and boys live a life where they can succeed more than they ever dreamed of. <br />
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It is an organization that encourages girls and boys to focus solely on education. For girls the problems begin when they are sent off to be married at such a young age. It is said worldwide, <em>"two-thirds of the 130 million chidlren who are not in school are girls; more than 25,000 girls under the age of 18 are married everyday, and in the devloping world, one-third of girls are married before they turn 18"</em><br />
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My mother always says that education is a way for girls and women to escape a life they should not have to lead. My post is dedicated to a specific girl named Malala Yousafzai. Yousafzai was born in 1998 and wrote to BBC speaking about her life northwest of Pakistan and the many struggles she faced because of the Tailban. She is known to be an activist for young girls. <br />
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She was shot in the head and neck when returning home from school on October 9, 2012. <br />
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I dedicate this post to her for being such a strong girl and fighting for her beliefs and rights when no one else could. <br />
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Being raised in Canada, I cannot even come close to understanding how this even happens. If an incident like this would happen in my country, many groups and people would fight for this precious little girl to one day get justice. <br />
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It's so unfortuante. I think it's time we<strong> educate the older generation along with the young</strong>. Hopefully one day we can rid some of the stubborn, inhumane mentalities out there and make them realize how much harm they are causing. <br />
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Our prayers are with you right now as you struggle for your life. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-72397394132902722122012-10-04T16:46:00.001-07:002012-10-04T16:55:27.081-07:00bua. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I remember walking off the plane, filled with red cloth chairs and stewards that kept giving my sister and I candy. I remember my ma gathering all of our stuff as we were too small to help her out. My next memory is a garage door opening with a smiling face of a small little woman waiting for us patiently, smiling. <br />
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That woman is my <em>bua </em>(aunt), Anita Seth.<br />
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She's my first memory when I first entered Canada. It's strange how all of my younger memories are of India. It was a pivotal period in my life that I will share in another post. This post is focusing on what led me to speak about my<em> </em>bua. <br />
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The annual Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure walk was this past weekend- Sunday September 30th. I remember being so happy last year because I was walking for a personal cause, my bua - who was in remission at the time! <br />
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Right after the walk, I immediately called her and started tearing. It was a moment that I won't forget. Not because she fought cancer but because it was my bua. The person who yells at me when I do something wrong, laughs at all my jokes and is a pure child at heart. <br />
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This year was a bit different- or rather alot different. This year I am not in the same position as I was. Bua's cancer has come back. We found out this past summer. I do not often show to others how much it has affected me, but each and every day my heart aches. Aches for her to get better. <br />
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The day we all found out that it had come back, our entire family (consisting of my sister, ma, papa, both cousins, sister-in-law and uncle...and of course bua) spent the weekend with her. I could not sleep for weeks. It definitely has to do with the fact that I cannot imagine my life without her and never want to.<br />
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She is so dear to me. <br />
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I always think to myself how much I complain over the smallest things. I know it is human nature to do so- to feel that your life issues are far more important than anything else. But when you look at the 'big picture' its really not so bad. <br />
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I guess this post is to portray in words how proud I am of her. The reason being is how strong she really is. People often say, "that person is so strong" I never REALLY understood what that meant until now. She never complains and acts as if nothing happened to her. Though I know, well our while family knows that the fear of death is with her, but being around others is what keeps her smiling and encourages her to continue to be strong and fight her body off of this disease. <br />
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She will be a miracle. I know she will.... After all, she is my bua. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3508210154200902085.post-71004197994240965822012-09-27T11:19:00.000-07:002012-09-27T11:19:20.019-07:00embrace. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
My cousin, Joey sent me an article today about a Sikh woman standing up for herself so humbly after being humiliated by someone else.<br />
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Please read it first before you continue to read my post:<br />
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It is beautiful what Balpreet had to say and the fact that the person who wrote those comments about her ACTUALLY apologized.<br />
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Everyone makes mistakes in life and many people say things without realizing. I have done it so many times where I don't even think about what I say or how much it would affect others in my life. All I do know is the loving people in my life help me to be a better person and luckily I have learned at a very early age to surround myself with genuine people.<br />
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Life is about learning, so let's continue to learn, be less judgmental and embrace people from all walks of life.<br />
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