Interestingly, the first post of the ‘New’ Year is a sequel of one that was published in 2008 (Party Time). That post talked about festivity and how we have institutionalized it. Last night, people appeared all set to bring in the ‘New’ Year. This morning (rather afternoon), they woke up with a gift of 365 more days in their hands.
Relativity is something that is universally applicable. Thus, when we say ‘new,’ we are actually perceiving things in relation to the ‘old’ ones. Is that right? So, what exactly were we celebrating on the 31st? ‘Party Time’ searched for reasons behind such celebrations. And, the comments had some really good answers. Now, I have one too .
Festivity is, definitely, not purposeless. All of us want to rejoice. However, we should have something to rejoice about. For the last moments of a year to be a gala, it is important that the period preceding them has been invested with sufficient energy. If we enrich each moment of a year with memories which we can cherish, every day becomes an occassion. The present of life becomes a New Year’s eve - when we have an opportunity to celebrate both the past and the future.
Friday, 2. January 2009
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Wishing you all the best in 2009 More blessings to you and your family. God bless us all. Cheers!
Tuesday, 6. January 2009
well said.. its these festivals and occassions which breaks the monotony which consumes us at times.
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The year began with a shock for all of us here at Veda as we experienced the loss of a co-worker. Let us all remember his family in our prayers during this very difficult period.
Tuesday, 6. January 2009
Like you said Ankit, the New Year brings us a gift of 365 to make of them the best we can. Each of these 365 days can be a celebration as well - of life, our striving to achieve our goals, a deeper understanding of ourselves and those around us, of love, family, friends, togetherness and much much more. This New Year’s, I celebrated not the ending of 365 days and what all they might have represented in terms of happiness and grief but of the gift of another year to make something more of my life. Just the fact that you’ve perceived so much and written this is a reason to rejoice.
Tuesday, 6. January 2009
@ romila: that was touching
Wednesday, 7. January 2009
What a wonderful blog! I am going to try to add it to my blog list right now. Best to all of you!
Friday, 9. January 2009
Thanks a lot Devin…
Friday, 9. January 2009
Thanks Devin, We appreciate your compliment! Thank you for giving our blog a place in your blogroll.
Looking forward for more encouraging words from you.
Keep visiting !!