Red roses...

Each year he sent her roses,
and the note would always say,
I love you even more this year,
than last year on this day.
My love for you will always grow,
with every passing year."

She knew this was the last time
that the roses would appear.
She thought, he ordered roses
in advance before this day.
Her loving husband did not know,
that he would pass away.

He always liked to do things early,
way before the time.
Then, if he got too busy,
everything would work out fine.

She trimmed the stems and
placed them in a very special vase.
Then, sat the vase beside
the portrait of his smiling face.

She would sit for hours,
In her husband's favorite chair.
While staring at his picture,
and the roses sitting there.

A year went by, and it was
to live without her mate.
With loneliness and solitude,
that had become her fate.

Then, the very hour,
The doorbell rang, and there
were roses sitting by her door.

She brought the roses in,
and then just looked at them in shock.
Then, went to get the telephone,
to call the florist shop.

The owner answered, and she asked him,
if he would explain, Why would someone would
do this to her, causing her such pain?

"I know your husband passed away,
more than a year ago,"
The owner said,
"I knew you'd call, and you would want to know.
The flowers you received today,
were paid for in advance.
Your husband always planned ahead,
he left nothing to chance.
There is a standing order,
that I have on file down here,
And he has paid, well in advance,
you'll get them every year.

There also is another thing,
that I think you should know,
He wrote a special little card...he did this years ago.
Then, should ever I find out that he's no longer here, that's the card that
should be sent to you
the following year."

She thanked him and hung up the phone, her tears now flowing hard.
Her fingers shaking,
as she slowly reached to get the card.

Inside the card, she saw that he had written her a note.
Then, as she stared in total silence,
this is what he wrote...

"Hello my love, I know it's been a year
since I've been gone.
I hope it hasn't been too hard for you to overcome.
I know it must be lonely,
and the pain is very real.

Or if it was the other way,
I know how I would feel.
The love we shared made everything
so beautiful in life.
I loved you more than words can say,
you were the perfect wife.
You were my friend and lover,
you fulfilled my every need.
I know it's only been a year,
but please try not to grieve.

I want you to be happy,
even when you shed your tears.
That is why the roses will be sent to you for years.
When you get these roses,
think of all the happiness that we had together,
and how both of us were blessed.
I have always loved you and
I know I always will.
But, my love, you must go on,
you have some living still.

Please...try to find happiness,
while living out your days.
I know it is not easy,
but I hope you find some ways.

The roses will come every year,
and they will only stop,
When your door's not answered,
when the florist stops to knock.
He will come five times that day,
in case you have gone out.
But after his last visit,
he will know without a doubt!
To take the roses to the place,
where I've instructed him
and place the roses where we are,
together once again.

Say it!

Its always nice to know what others feel for you, and good to communicate in words
to the other person, what u think about them and wish for them. :)

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When U Were Only 5 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Asked Me: "What Is It?"

When U Were 15 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Blushed.. U Look Down And Smile..

When U Were 20 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Put Ur Head On My Shoulder And
Hold My Hand.. Afraid That I Might Disappear..

When U Were 25 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Prepare Breakfast And Serve It In
Front Of Me, And Kiss My Forhead N
Said : "U Better Be Quick, Is's Gonna Be Late.."

When U Were 30 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Said: "If U Really Love Me, Please
Come Back Early After Work.."

When U Were 40 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Were Cleaning The Dining Table And
Said: "Ok Dear, But It's Time For U To Help Our Child With His/Her
Revision.."

When U Were 50 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Were Knitting And U Laugh At Me..

When U Were 60 Yrs Old, I Said I Love U..
U Smile At Me..

When U Were 70 Yrs Old. I Said I Love U..
We Sitting On The Rocking Chair With Our Glasses On.. I'm Reading
Your Love Letter That U Sent To Me 50 Yrs Ago..
With Our Hand Crossing Together..

When U Were 80 Yrs Old, U Said U Love Me!
I Didn't Say Anything But Cried..
That Day Must Be The Happiest Day Of My Life! Because U Said U Love
Me!!!

Two Cents of Hope

This is a post from my friend aks blog.
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Two Cents of Hope

"He had a dream. A dream so beautiful that it filled him with joy. An unbounded expanse of possibilities that lay crushed as he bore the brunt of life's harder lessons. Now he doesn't even dare dream"

"We have a dream. We dream that he dares dream. Again".

Two Cents of Hope is a registered non-profit charitable organization founded by a group of Indian graduate students at the NC State University. Our vision is to render education to the youth in India and create opportunities to realize their potential.

We focus on supporting merit cum need students in India by collecting money in the form of small changes like cents,5 cents and other coins which are usually discarded. Donations also form a major part of our finances.

Please be a part of this drive and donate generously for this noble cause. We have placed donation jars in and around NC StateCampus and apartments. If you want a donation jar for your apartment/labor want to make a donation contact us at twocentsofhope@yahoo.com

If you are interested in being a volunteer of the organization please emailus. Visit us at here

In anticipation of your response

With two cents of hope

TWO CENTS OF HOPE
Hope our dream that he dares dream
no longer remains just a dream.

Please feel free to contact us if you are interested.

In the woods ;)

It was raining heavily today and people had doubts if the meet would be held as per our plans. With some blind faith, I said definitely yes! And it did happen wonderfully well.

We all met at Woodlands drive-in at 4.00pm. As usual our folks did keep up the Indian punctuality. Kesavan along with his cousin Vasudha were there on time. Was good to see Vijay and Gadhadaran (a new admission to our group;)) too had reached well before time. After a small round of intro we were waiting for others to join.

Soon guest of the day Mrs.Anush and Mr.Ambs along with our hallo man Rajeev came. Our Orkut gang owes Ambs a special thanks coz it was during her wedding that we people became very close to each other. Thanks Ambs :)

Then came our ex-hero (since heroine is not in town :P) Badree with a big smile on his face. Soon Parth and sudh too joined. Since Mithi and Smriti got struck in a traffic jam they were getting delayed. Meanwhile our professional photographer Deeps had reached.
We decided to get inside and be seated. As we were a big gang, we asked the manager to arrange a place for us so that everyone can sit together.

Inspite of the fear of raining we sat outside and gave our orders. 5 sambarvadai, 4 bonda and 3 chenna batura. :D When we were about-to finish our first round Mithi and Smriti too joined, but they did not order anything. The second round went with 1 masal dosai, one plain dosai and few coffee, tea and sathukudi juice :P .

It was Kesavan’s day and he was royally treated ;) We were all making fun of him with his better halves ;) :P and occasionally didn’t forget to pull Mr. Hero’s legs too :D
There were few photo sessions and in the fun I forgot to pay the bill. It was supposed to be my treat but at last came to know that our so sweet beloved sis ambs gave the treat and Anush had paid the bill.

All fun over and it was time to say goodbye. At-last we decided to leave the place before the restaurant people pushed us out. Others had some work so they all left home. Myself, Kesavan, Mithi and Sudh decided to go to beach, as there was a long pending treat due from K7. Had a gala time at beach.

After a long time and a stressful week I felt extremely happy today and am all set for the next one on coming Sunday, a meet specially for our Choti si Asha :)