and no matter what ...we'd be together ...!!!

The real happiness in life comes from the inner strength. Delving into the depths of philosophy is no mean entertainment. Entertainment did i say? I meant realization. The one that often comes from the truths of life but we subconsciously try to dismiss it. It is only when we share it with the best people in our lives that we realize the real meaning of it. And such are the people I refer to as friends....who have the ability to give an "I can face it" attitude to life. And yet at the same time I feel the joy of an achievement and the pang of a disappointment with equanimity. It is then that I decipher the true meaning for my existence on the planet.

At the incipient stage....only when we started to play the real character with holistic capabilities and a slight touch of honesty, did we realize that we have started enjoying the company of each other. As freshers in the journey of friendship, we did make silly promises; the promise to be there for each other no matter night or day, the promise to keep the secrets no matter what they are, the promise to stand up for each other no matter what the cause, the promise to never judge each other no matter all the flaws, the promise to stand up for each other when any one of us is doing something wrong and the promise to remember this when the time is on us, the promise to help each other no matter what the weather and the most significant of all, the promise to keep a promise from then until forever. Today as I see the days that have passed, I realize we have grown older even if it is just by a few years, the friendship has grown, we have grown, we have changed, we have forgotten many things and have kept many things intact, we have even had doubts and sorrows that came along the way only to make us understand that we have managed them very well with the bond just getting stronger every passing day. And it is then that I realize the weightiness of the promises.

Wow,I am always so excited when it comes to thinking about the people who have made a difference to my life and with friends like mine..the difference and effect is not minuscule but magnanimous. And I mean it. The variety in life and the spice to it comes only when you have friends of varying nature who are strong individuals themselves, their quality, mood, attributes, humor, personality and outlook are the things that can cheer you and make you feel at the top of the world. The whimsical and the unreal concept of “Friends forever” has always been a conundrum to me. How is it that people can talk so casually about a concept that we cannot even wrap our minds around!!! But God was kind enough to answer this confound and fanciful thought by gifting my life with friends who mean a world of happiness to me. The journey in the past few years have been simple and sweet with some very talented people by my side. With talent comes their great and detailed understanding of the acquaintanceship we share and the effortless execution of the same with utmost guilelessness and reliability.

There are countless occasions that have some unforgettable memories and this page and my patience, both would not be enough to pen them down. The most difficult and anxious times in our lives bring with it the excitement that runs down the spine and just sends a chill in the entire body. But with the streak of luck always shining, we have had each other by our sides always; during all the adversities faced!!! Such situations would have been awfully wearisome and irritating otherwise. A big appreciation and salute to the spirit that is ever so enthusiastic and lively!!! We deserve an applause,don't we?

I can never let go of a time when I get to appreciate the real expertise and inventiveness that describe my friends the best. They are indeed divergent and distinct...with entirely different interests, varying tastes of music, varying levels of enthusiasm in sports from hockey to cricket to football to badminton to even chess, from having different individual qualities and a sense of achievement, who have won laurels in diverse fields and the list can go on. How fortunate I feel to have shared my life and some of the most memorable moments which such great friends. A humble and gratifying testimonial..!!!!!!

There have been instances of ups and downs. What is life without them!!! These occasions are nature's way of telling us that Life is full of challenges which can pass like a gentle breeze if you have people who are supportive and loving. It did not take me much time to get the picture of this...!!! I take immense pride in stating this and would be dignified if asked to prove the same. This friendship has definitely matured and is ingrained in our hearts with the lucid understanding of all the fundamental terms and individual perception elucidated.

The crazy moments that we have savored have been some of the most lively moments of our life. Remember the movies....!!! We did come out with mixed reviews but surely with a bucket full of laughter. These moments are worth to be cherished; for tomorrow each one of us would be busy in our individual lives. It is this phase of our lives that would act as a big challenge in shaping our careers. The mixed feeling of excitement, anxiety and sadness which accompanies the various shades of success would be the time where our real bonding would play a pivotal role and I am sure with friends so beautifully sound and understanding, this phase would also pass by peacefully. Then would be the time to revive our promises....!!!!!

Like the wind whispering through the trees your spirits lift my soul, teaching me the valuable lessons of life and I wait patiently to grow in the light of your eyes seeking an honest approval, knowing there's comfort in your silent embrace and I listen carefully to what it offers. I relish the joy that I get to see in your laughter and trusting eyes and it gives me a sense of satisfaction. When sadness fills my heart with disappointment and I need protection from the storm, I realize the depth of our friendship sewn together with unbreakable thread and I realize that the fabric only gets better with age. I agree that this has to be handled with care and sometimes it has to rain. I have discovered the beauty of friendship by lessons learnt while dealing with my crazy friends. Its just like a beautiful sky after the storm which has the strength to break free of the clouds and still amaze the world. This friendship shall have no end as the puzzle of my life would remain incomplete ever, without the precious pieces that are by my side today. With loads of love, fervor, adulation, fondness and piety.....I dedicate this to most beautiful people in my life....!!!!!!!!!!!! Love you !!!!

Cheers!!!!!