How to start a great conversation with a Girl .....

The plunge into the icy Atlantic is scary. It’s bone freezing cold and you wonder if you can survive. Even the charming  Jack  couldn't do much as he swam in the Atlantic when Titanic sank. What chances do you have? Plenty.

First of all, you’re not in the Atlantic. That’s a good start for you. Making the move to talk to a girl can seem like a very daunting task. This is a very natural step that is as unique as you can be. You could do just about anything here, walk up to this person, even if she is with her posse of giggling girls, who already know why you’re approaching them, or you could step in closer and wait for the moment when she’s alone (which usually never happens. How wicked, isn't it?).

Here, again, your words don’t really matter, it’s all mostly in your tone and your composure, and that wickedly sweet smile of yours! Even if the damsel is proud and pretends like she isn't interested in knowing you, you can still go on with your words, adding humor and a line that makes her understand that you can’t imagine leaving the place without knowing her, and spending a few moments to get to know her better. Be calm, however much you feel the situation slipping away from you. If you want to pester her to talk to you, even if she declines it, do so deftly coating your words with a lot of charm and elegance.

If you've always dreamt of swimming across the English Channel, you know the first thing you have to do is learn to swim. It takes time, but you know there isn't much you can do but master the art of swimming one baby step at a time. The same with a girl , you get smoother each time you make your move.

If you can pull it off at the first try, that’s just perfect. Or beginner’s luck! If you’re not very confident, practice it a few times in different situations, when you’re alone and bored. It definitely helps you become that much more smoother. If it doesn't work in any rare circumstance… well, don’t tuck tail and run under the bed. Remember that even the best moves can go wrong. That shouldn't really stop you from approaching anyone else. Remember, approaching a girl you admire is wonderful, and it’s always a great feeling if you can pull it off your way.

Learn from your mistakes, and very soon, you would be able to approach just about any girl without a single sweat bead on your brow. If you are worried about the others who just watch and wait for you to mess up, just to get their laughs – ignore them.

Last day at my first job ...

My last day with previous employer  started on a hectic note and ended with me being exhausted. Slept for about two hours before I was up to catch the cab to Airport. Reached airport and was seated  looking around aimlessly as usual after the formalities . Saw a gorgeous girl seated few feet away from me. Her beauty was flawless. But my eyes turned away from her .. This was just the second time this has happened , first such instance being in a mall. Then the girl , though beautiful was smoking. So didn't like looking at her any longer. This time though the reason was different. My eyes were restless and mind was tired.  Went on looking around. Then I saw a kid of about two playing with another kid of similar age. This was  what I wanted for refreshment after a tiresome thirty odd hours. Beauty , in a pure form , to give me some sort of relief and refreshment. Innocence in the eyes , calmness of face and the purity of smile almost made me forget how eager I was to board the plane and doze off. On hearing boarding announcement came to senses and proceeded towards boarding gate. Just slept after boarding the flight and woke up on reaching Bangalore. It was only after my lunch I found time to reflect on the previous days happenings while trying to get some sleep.

Interview with HR was the first thing . Was pretty cool as I refrained from giving any controversial answers and all were  politically correct. There was clear lack of motivation and intent in the way I was answering. Completed some other exit formalities and just killed time till afternoon by doing routine things like morning tea with my "Chai Team "  , chatting etc . Went out for lunch and was back after about two hours . I was completely mechanical till now , just going through with the motions . Partly because it was hectic and partly due to my thoughts racing around . Bid farewell to some of my batch mates   Small farewell was organized which had cake cutting and was given souvenir . T-shirt with signatures and messages from teammates bought back college memories. Was also given a "Jabulani" with signatures of my Chai Team , a pleasant surprise. Was asked to say a few words , which I politely declined . I was in doubt if I could hold my composure if I started talking , particularly because some thoughts of B.Tech were also racing through my mind. Had one final tea meeting in front of CNN building enjoying the ambiance.  Made arrangements to get luggage transported and met few other friends before heading home. 

Now , I am here in Bangalore , recollecting the days happenings , while trying to sleep. I am quite pleased with how the day unfolded. There are things which I am happy to have left behind  , Noida climate being on top of list , especially summer. Having spent three years of my life there , I would have to be a guy with a passive heart to not have things to miss. I am quite happy that I held my composure in the last few moments . Life moves on and my journey now has lead me to Bangalore . Looking to have a great time .