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Kalbelia tribe through my lens

It was when I landed on the land of colours and traditional values, only then I could realise its beauty and Royality. The vintage heritage that can be smelled in the air. The foot prints of love left behind on the sand dunes that get distributed all over the Thar. The people who touch your heart with their warmth and you carry the memories to cherish forever. No wonder, why they add that little amount of sweetness in their foods just to give you a call of love to come back. Yes, I experienced the colours of happiness even in a desert. After witnessing the glory and Royal affair of the state .I went for camping in the Sam village in Thar desert, Rajasthan.That is when I met those beautiful tribe of vagabond girls who took a corner in my heart "the kalbelia girls". Kalbelia is a group of nomad "serpents" in Rajasthan. Their traditional occupation is to catch snakes and trading them from one place to another. They reside in small camps called deras and keep changing

Am I Born or Dead

Everyone has a right to live and learn but the society has made my tribe weak with the torture and she is just learning to live. Here's what my "gulabi tribe"wants to convey to every individual in the society that questions her presence. In the ray of a flash light I can see myself lying on the death -bed. It's difficult to see my own body in such a pain, but I feel relieved when I see my eyes closed. I feel peaceful as they (my eyes) cannot see the damage I went through. Those little globular organs couldn't bear the pain my body went through. And the water from those balls in form of tears wash out the dirt I was gifted with. I was born and instead of celeberation everyone mourned because I was a girl child. I escaped death because at the time my family came to know about me being a female it was too late. I was already 5months old fetus. There was no option for me but to be born. I was brought up with the last best things of this world. Years passed and i to

"Smoking" oops "hating" is injurious to health

The recent viral pictures of the famous celebrities Ranbir and Mahira are making a steaming gossip over the coffee everywhere. The viral pictures took a wide turn when few people showed there disagreed faces against the Pakistani actress and she was slut-shamed all over for smoking in a short dress in New York. The eyes went to and fro focusing on the lady blowing smoke rather than watching the handsome man doing the same. Ah.. well yes he was noticed too when we decided to claim that being a Pakistani women Mahira shouldn't have done smoking with a Man. My question is why is a woman slut shamed in public for living freely? Smoking is definitely injurious for health but hating someone also falls in the same track. What if she was wearing a short dress and sitting in public with a man. That man is not being questioned for his drinking cigarette just because his gender owns the right to do that and we tag it as "cool statement". It is we who make our societies conservativ

"Youngest sarpanch"

When everyone is all gaga n blah blah over the Dera Sacha sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim. My heart and mind had no option but to just jump out of the well of all the whatsapp messages and social uploads of this epic drama.I tried to breath and inhaled one of the sweetest fragrance around.I let my eyes do a little swinging, to and fro.Then i came across few pictures of encouraging award ceremonies ,which captured my eyes and I was awestruck. I stopped on a lady with glittering eyes and confident looks. To quench my thirst of knowledge I searched and found the details. Google says she is "the first youngest lady sarpanch ever". I was overwhelmed  seeing the best suitable example of our tribe "gulabi tribe". She flaunts her pair of denims with Indian kurti with a scarf around her neck and sits as a sarpanch between the ladies still in "ghoonghats".She is Chhavi Rajawat, aged 39, an MBA degree holder and after working in different mnc's she chose to do som

Patriarchy on her phone ...not done!!

It's 7:30 in the morning and I am sipping some tea in the mid of my bouncing from the kitchen till waking up my little bunny, not showing signs good enough to do that early. Between the rampage of the daily routine, my eyes get captivated to a news flashing on the screen of my TV. It said " women will be fined,if found talking on their mobile phones". I at once check with my phone and the beings at home,whether I am liable for the same or not. Luckily the news said " the western part of Uttar Pradesh" and took a sigh of relief. It's 8:30nd my lad is ready to be dropped to his play school. N I pick up my cellphone before I leave . But ,the same thought wanders my mind throughout . How can some one be fined for talking on the phone?  The situation becomes complicated when it mentions"patriarchy ruling on women talking on mobile". A panchayat in a village called Madora,a Muslim dominated area in Uttar Pradesh, have passed a rule saying "any wom

Lipstick under the burkha or ghoonghat

Life is all about exploring and seeking every moment to stand out. But, when our system creates a "parda" between the dreams and our lives ,then comes the time to wear your " lipstick under the burkha" or ghoonghat . Yes, I am talking about the latest ladies crush in B-town that everyone is talking about. The movie "lipstick under my burkha" which taking everyone's ears to notice.  Caged gulabi tribe Well, there have been many revolutionary moves to let our "pink clan " or as I name them "the gulabi tribe" to,take steps to pave there ways to the road of their dreams. There have been afcourse many to criticise when implemented. But, have you ever thought that why is it that we being one of the tribe feel caged in the restrictions so much that it becomes difficult to make a free space to breathe. Even wearing a lipstick makes us feel ,doing a thing equivalent to climbing an Everest . Why do we heed to hide it? Colouring your o

GST colouring the gulabi tribe red

Is, changing with time known to change the natural cycles ? Be it the cycles of rain  or the cycles of climate or the cycles of our old aged mountains ,etc. Can we not do without changing with what we are gifted naturally. It's just like eating an ice cream with a sour cone . Why do we integer with the things that don't need " changes " but little bit of "senses" .  GST (goods and services tax) heavy words with heavy taxes sorry common tax for all. With the recent launch of this common tax for all the common people made me feel proud. I felt that this is such an analogue for the heavy payments we did from our wallets. Thanks to Modi ji for Modifying the rules. But, though being a NAMO lover I was dissapointed to know that we woman had a shocking amount to "pay" rather I would say "bleed".  "12% tax on sanitary napkins" I mean come on we are living in a democracy and we have to pay taxes to even bleed. Having sex has alw

When I met myself

In this assiduous world with people so busy, I tried to figure out where I am. With so much of crowd, traffic,buildings,etc I couldn't see where I was Can you guess ?I couldn't find myself! Because my physical presence was not able to connect with my own soul and I felt lost. Though we are in a new world with technologies and turbology, we hardly get a time to meet any body and surprisingly our own selves. It's very hard to find our being.You don't believe me? Sit in silence and try it once. It'll be very difficult for you to figure out your own soul. You will find the connection is missing. So, why not be friends with our inner soul again. Remember, we seek friendships outside in this world but we forget the lovable creature inside our own body.  Souls are the best pals if we give them the right place in our lives. Let us clear the search engine and retype to connect with our body ,our inner self. To do that discover yourself first. Find what you love to do and not

This monsoon take a deep breath

Writing for woman is my latest crush and it's becoming my passion. Because, as I write I dive into the sea of in which she resides. I feel though being a woman, I didn't knew her better than now. Then I took a deep breath and found She is far more reviting than I have known her. Yes, you are right ! To know her is not just enough to be her but to feel her. On one hand, She is shy, beautiful, fragile, emotional and more  such feminine features. But, on the other hand, she is brave, intelligent, strong and more.  Being one of the clan why don't we realise that it's all about us? We are those who are pretty and we are also those who are fighters. The answer is, that, now it's the time to change your period and land yourself to the place of self respect. So,let the rains fall and take a deep breath ladies , swim in the water of self actualisation. Let it flow and keep flowing with the same. Believe me you will experience and explore the wonderful assets you own.  Reme

Euphoria

"Euphoria" the joy, the happiness we behold. In this life,we have no time for our own selves we find it difficult to find such happy words. Why do we need to force to discover merriment? We have made ou selves so involved in the worldly affairs that we forget about the relationship we deal with the natural things. Don't you feel like landing in an island and swingin in an hammock with peace all around. Where there are No day to day discipline to work and perform on the targets. Yes,you do wish for a moment to celebrate calmness. We actually have it inside our souls. We don't need to wander around but take some time to take out that lill happy chappy within us. So, let your hairs down click on the channel of euphoria, take a deep breath of freshness inside. That is what euphoria is all about.

Third eye in the Gulabi tribe

"Third eye " refers to the things perceived beyond the ordinary sight. Things which one observes from the subconcious mind from the surroundings. This eye refers the power and wisdom that others cannot see but only one having it can. But,have you ever realised that our very own "gulabi tribe" (our clan of women) has that third eye too. You must have heard our mother making intutions in our childhood what to do and not to, wives making predictions about the future to husbands, sisters trying to guess the gossips you were involved in and afcourse you yourself trying to find answers to your unanswered questions,all with the help of the gifted "third eye". It's amusing how at times the third eye concept helps our lady for there emotional wiles. She has her own tear jerking style which,she definitely flaunts. But,with no doubts she has a power to explore the unspoken truth and make wise decisions. Her third eye is an eye opener for all. The cycle olf birt

Whip up , Don't quell

The world according to me is made up of two people Martian(men) n Venuses(women). Both are a plain land without each other. But when they unite they make unbelievable changes, that creates history. We do see when one of them quits n back outs the situation rather than encouraging the other a decline follows. Our society has a weaker proportion for Venus and her decendants, even though she does it all that is required for societal construction. So , why do we let her down and not let her take her own stand. Why not  help her build her own individuality? Martians wake up n stand up to enhance her in all that she has. She just needs u to talk around to support her and she will end up creating wonders. Never think she is weak or fragile. "Whip up" because if she can do for you then why not you? At times she is disappointed , dispirited, depressed or in sorrow hold her hand and bring her to the world of opportunities and possitivness. Both can walk hand in hand to make a bloss

Say Yes

" Yes " is a three letter word but it's not easy to say it. I know saying yes means the world to many.Though, it is difficult to decide whether to go ahead and affirm with the lovable word or to put a full stop with a infamous No . Delivering this positive letter often makes things possible and allows you to delve into the ocean of knowledge. Have you ever thought about the moments when you could have said a Yes and things would have changed like anything? So,rather than regretting for all happened why not we start saying Yes and solve our muddles . The word No is simple and influential to stop at once. We starve to do what we wish to. So,next time when your mind says No then,think for a while and let your heart point out the your will to say Yes . Say it aloud because your one nodding Yes can change your life. Afcourse, saying Yes is more fun than a No so go for it !

Mom in me

Everything and everyday begins and ends with Mother . When we were kids we had this word on our lips all the time. Be it, when we were extremely happy or the saddest moment of our life. Mom for us was and is the best of people we have in our life. She carried us in her womb for those difficult nine months and when we were out she shelled us and took care of our every little needs. Reading all this about her in words would be less than experiencing what she goes through. Believe me it's a journey of love with no intentions of returns . Now , when I have reached the " Mommy Stage " in my life, I can experience and understand every bit of it. Wow, being a Mom is so empowering . You almost feel like a Superwoman . Your child will make you feel like the world's most beautiful Brainy lady . That is enough to boost your confidence and feel gratified. Being called a Mom is an honour. The moment you will have your little one in your arms, you will endure yourself ho

Goddess Durga in Venus

Goddess Durga has all in her name, be it strength, the power to conjure or to fight for the truth. "Durga" means invincible that is too powerful to reach . Every Venus descendant has a Durga in her. She has that cosmic energy like Devi to conquer all the difficulties and overcome all the tasks offered. Though, She ( Venus ) is a fragile creation of the universe but she has the command to balance accordingly. Durga is fearless so is Venus . It is said when earth was under the black shadow of the terrible creatures headed by Mahisasur then, Devi came as a Savior for all. Correspondingly, we have the power to fight back for the ill happenings around us and with us. It's just that we need to realise and bringout the powerful Shakti to release ourselves from the bondage of Evil . If we succeed to open the eyes of the Aadi Shakti in us, that day our society will never have the words such as rape , suicide , dowry , abuse , domestic violence ,etc. Let us remove

Let's do it...!!

When you wake up in the morning....don't let the day be the same as before. Make new changes and take some challenges . Let the Sun shine brighter with your thoughts and motivate your ownself to achieve them. When you feel it's a " No " from you then polish and make it a " Yes ". Put down the negative soul inside and raise the power-packed pessimist in you. It does happens when you have ideas and ample amount of caliber but that introvert person creeping inside, not allowing you to follow your heart and controls your brain. Don't let this happen , stop hessitating because you can do wonders. " The buildings we see are not only made up of cement,iron and brick but with the high imaginations". Remember, you have this small Zindigi to take every bit of it and to give in every bit of you. Why do we have to decide between what we can do? and what we should do ? It's time to dope out this and say it aloud with our heart and souls &qu

Celeberating Womenhood

It's time to cheer n shed no tears, To feel proud and stand out of the crowd, Not to feel shy but fly in the sky, Don't feel depressed but feel blessed , Enjoy the womenhood you are gifted as no body has the right to snatch it, You are the princess you are the queen because it's the kingdom of what you dream, Take a step ahead and turn the heads, Let the hurdles on your way , act like pearls of the necklace you sway . The world will say no but you say yes because you know you don't wanna rest, Don't let them touch your veneration because it's your procuration . Let the Venus in you climb the heights and break the societal fights, You not bound in any fear so, my ladies say cheese and say cheers ..!!

My 24*7 Venus

Yes, Venus at home is on duty for 24*7 . She redefines the meaning of work with her dedication and contribution. Underestimating her is one big mistake in our society. "Work" doesn't  means to only move out at 9 am and wind up at 6pm. Then why we accentuate that working outside is more laborious than handling the home. We have two facets of Venus in our busy world. One that is taking up as the career woman and the other is a  family manager . We always keep the former on the first stand and the later on the second. But why? Both are equally appreciable and she should also have a paramount for what she does. She cooks meals,take care of kids,does all the households,etc. So, she is actually the backbone of our system . Being a housewife is not beneath any jobs in the world. She takes no holidays and her salary is just a cheque  of love and respect that she deserves. So, if you are remorseful that you are an homemaker, don't do that! You are a precious s

The Childlike She

Venus on earth is considered an epitome of love,patience, rationality, maturity, dependability, stoicism and balance. But, do we ever try to peep inside to unveil the curtain of her heart ? U'll find a "Childlike She" creeps inside. Just wishing to be free to hop around and sing a song. Why do we cover ourselves grey and donot allow the little innocent creature inside us out? Don't you wish to just dress up pink, eat a chapatti more and feel the rain? Don't you want to touch the high sky like we tried to in our childhood? Why a woman has to afflict herself with the social responsibilities that, the little damsel in her crumbles and hides. Being the brood of our lady Venus , we should learn to follow our hearts. Never feel ashamed to accept the kid in you because everyone has one. So, next time when you feel up in years , don't stop the sweet mademoiselle inside from buying cotton candies from an open market or from laughing fearlessly. Let the "

Shapes don't matter...!

Ah..! She is so pretty...what a fabulous figure she has.!! Why do we always define and describe her beauty with her body weight?? Can beauty be measured in kilograms? My answer is a big No No for this. We the woman are so conscious and cautious about our gaining weight because physically we are judged on this ground. I agree, being fit and healthy is a regime which should be included in our daily routine. A woman matures to become a mother . She bears you for nine months inside her,keeps you safe. But the moment she delivers she is asked sequent questions about her getting plum. But why to criticise Her when she is not able to? She has so much else to do. Encourage her for the same, " don't let her shed tear s , help her shed the extra kilos "if you can. So,to all the gorgeous Venuses out there..have patience. Don't loose hope,don't be ashamed because you are charming in nyways...! And remember " shapes don't matter...your smile does "

When She is depressed...She is not ill...!!

Well most of us consider that when a Venus is depressed she is ill . That's not true at all. Depression is a just word to describe your condition when you are depressed or saddened or unhappy. That does not state you fell in a disease. We all have our highs and lows/pinks and blues . It is not always the happy moments that we can post on a social network for some likes and opinions . We have few darker days, the unhappy us not in a mood to dance.  I wonder, life would be so boring if had every day just so perfect to hang on. Getting down and then lifting yourself up is such a challenge to make life adventurous. Prooving yourself to your own basics again, makes you polish the wood of your life to let it shine in the Sun. So,to all the ladies out there don't feel ashamed if you are depressed because you are not ill. Never forget you are a Venus decendant so, you have the power to walk through thick and thin. Let everyone around know you are just depressed at

Venus wants to Fly

Venus(woman) wants to spread her wings to fly high. She wants to fulfill her dreams and  satisfy her inner soul. I believe, the zeal in her is rarely found because, even her goals have an eye of warmth for others. When you see her flying she shadows the needy and calms those who are  lost  by embracing with her wings. That is what Venus is all about. She is on this planet to accord , so, why not respect her for the eternal love she gives. Please don't stop her to fly with the social restrictions and lift her a little from the ground. See, the beauty of her ambition in the sky , lher just let her fly high and high.

Venus and her Beauty Secrets

Well as I have already stated my paraphrase for woman as " Venus " in my last post. Here are few beauty secrets of this exemplary " avatar ". She looks pretty naturally in all her moods don't u agree?? According to me she looks her best when she does something for others. The inner satisfaction glows her face n afcourse only she can do it. A big thanks to all d Martians (males) who help her in her entire journey as they become d source of inspiration to her to groom herself. She has all the rights to go to a salon n brush her beautiful self. So those who feel she does all the make up to stand up in the crowd a big No to them. Venus (woman) has a heart of gold and her face lits up with her hardwork ,sacrifice,love ,devotion and above all the respect she gives you so help her look beautiful every day So to all d Venus decendants out there " cheers " to you and  keep looking gorgeous ..!!

Even She feels lazy on Sundays

Sundays are meant to be holidays for all the Martians n the cute Jupiters around you. A day to slack off from the daily routine and drown in your bed to a deep sleep. Ah..sounds cool?? But what about your needful stock of things, that keep on comming to you from the supply station handled by our happy lady Venus ( mother , wife , sister ). We know she has a heart of gold with so much of love in it. But does that gold in heart never melts,into a wish to just plunge into the cozy bed and dream for hours? Afcourse, it does. Even , She feels lazy! So, help her enjoy her beauty sleep and stay away from the tautness of her fixed schedule. Like, cooking,cleaning,paper works,baby alarms, etc. A time just for her ownself. Let her sip her coffee(that remains hot) in the bed.Give her a Sunday too!!

Venus on earth

Venus as the name itself depicts the feminity,passion,dedication ,beauty, sacrifice,happiness and positivity a woman is blessed with. Hence being the most beautiful creation of the universe and rulled by Goddess  Venus  a woman definetly holds all the above. She is the one who starts the world by giving birth. She bears all the pain to bring a new life on this planet to let them grow and make life beautiful to live in. I wonder how she has " n o complains even in the rains ". How can she be so dedicated ,so energetic,so responsible and the so goes on after every single word that describes her love. Well I learnt how dutiful n passionate this creature is when I being a woman experienced the stages she goes through....my journey with this mature creation has just begun so I am going to jot down with my ink and glitter the " Venus on earth "