Category Archives: Observer

Ahh, the Smell, Mmm, the Taste: Foods of Calcutta (Kolkata)

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Guria

On a wet, lonely and hungry evening, I find nothing more fascinating than dreaming about the wonderful food of my city, Calcutta (or Kolkata). The city only always thought to be a haven for sweets is, of course a perfect … Continue reading →

Posted in Calcutta and Bengali, India, Observer | 21 Comments

Away in India

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Guria

DISCLAIMER: My opinions and observations are presented here. No one has to agree, disagree, this is not personal to anyone and not meant to offend either. If you are an Indian (ex-, once upon a time, right now, always, Never … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Observer, People and Relationships, Sarcasm | 14 Comments

Wish

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Guria

Do we always know what to wish for? He always told me I was one of the blessed few who had the power of wishful thinking. A few blissful years after our marriage, I found out how strong. There was a … Continue reading →

Posted in Creations, Life, Novelette, Observer, Philosophy | 17 Comments

Apologies

Posted on June 3, 2010 by Guria

It is always said, and rightly so, that there is dignity in saying ‘Sorry’, there’s strength in accepting that you were wrong. There is pride, there is good education, and there is honour in being able to apologize. But on … Continue reading →

Posted in Observer | 13 Comments

Why I Like being a Woman in a Patriarchal Society

Posted on March 21, 2010 by Guria

All we talk about are the drawbacks. Always. All the time. Of everything.   But I am an optimist who thought, thank God, cows don’t fly! And a woman who really enjoys her own wiles, appeal and different thinking while … Continue reading →

Posted in Laughs, Me, Observer, Sarcasm | 20 Comments

On Your Teeth

Posted on March 19, 2010 by Guria

Man was supposed to be a carnivore rather than a herbivore, only we were smart enough to give the leaves, roots and stems a thought, curious enough to nibble on them suspiciously, no doubt attracted by the colors of the … Continue reading →

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A Few Men Who Wished They Were The "Lesser" Woman

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Guria

I have never really met a man who wants to be a woman. I have never heard a man say it aloud. And therein lies all the distinction in the world, I realised in a recent stint I experienced. Of … Continue reading →

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Questions

Posted on February 14, 2010 by Guria

There are some questions that I don’t know the answers to, that hurt me, irk me…  Why is an Indian always jealous of another Indian’s achievement or accomplishment? Why is an Indian mostly honored in his own country only after he has received acclaim from abroad? … Continue reading →

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Just because I’m Female…

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Guria

…do I have to be a Feminist? I am honestly puzzled. All the opinions expressed and arguments presented are mine, no one has to agree to them. This is not written as an amusement for the men, or for ridiculing anyone … Continue reading →

Posted in Man and Woman, Me, Observer, Society | 60 Comments

There’s A Reason…

Posted on October 9, 2009 by Guria

…for Thinking Out Loud… (read the post and the oppositions err.. comments beneath it) Okay, I am a woman, happy to be one, and a believer in, as the statement goes, “If men are the enemy, I am in love with … Continue reading →

Posted in Laughs, Love, Observer | 27 Comments