… also marks a new beginning.
Been a long time since I have posted here. Work was hectic, but the words were just not flowing too. I had settled into this comfort zone of just reading and commenting, and not having to write anything of my own.
But today, I felt like writing …. the last post from my work computer 😉 Yes folks, today is my last day at work or the supposedly colourful IT world 🙂 And I owe it to this world – a world which taught me many lessons, made me tougher, taught me how not to crumble under pressure and so much more. A world where I made a lot of friends for life, and one that gave me the high of being a self-earning individual 😉 😉 God! I had never even given a thought to quitting this one for anything in the world. And today as I head out, I have mixed feelings. The joy of following my passion, something I want to do from the bottom of my heart; and this small void of leaving behind something which was an integral part of me for almost 7 years.
Now this one action of mine evoked many reactions. Some people thought it was very easy for me to do this because I am a girl! Others taught I was some super-angelic human being to be doing something like this. Actually, it’s neither. I agree it was a tough decision, but def. one I took for my own satisfaction and fulfillment. I worked as hard as any man would, had the same or even more zeal to climb up the corporate ladder and actually excelled in whatever I did – even though I say so myself 😛 And over and above all, I loved my job. *Period* So, why this qs of something being easy for a girl? Just bcoz the society has a norm that the man earns for the family !?!
Anyway, I know what is true and my dear ones know too and that’s what makes me feel good. My friends acknowledge all that I went through while taking this decision and my family appreciates it. I was really touched by all that u ppl had to say – thank u so much for all the wishes 🙂 And even guys I met over the blog world – not one of them spoke of how easy it is for a woman to do this! I am so glad I have such understanding people around me 😀
Well, I don’t even know what I am writing here, so let me stop 🙂 All I want to say is that it is not bothering me anymore that people here are getting their hike letters today, while I am running around completing my exit formalities. And that gives me an assurance that my heart and mind and soul !?! are on one wavelength on this decision of mine.
I think this goes to say any end marks a new and refreshed beginning too. And no, this one does not give me any free time. Wonder why many people also thought I will have a lot of time now to do house work, blah-blah. I was doing that anyway and loved juggling between all my roles. This one is just an addition to that and I hope I will be able to do my bit. Wish me luck and have a great weekend all of you 🙂 Until we meet from my other laptop, ciao 😉
First!!!!!!
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After reading the post, I’ve no words to say but “I’m really very proud to have known yu”!!! I wish I were in Hyd so I could meet yu in person 😦 . Gurl, keep going the same way and yes, any end marks a new and refreshed beginning 🙂 . All the very best for the future endeavors and I would like to specially appreciate Su for being such a wonderful human and a very understanding life partner 🙂 Hugs to you Swar!!!!
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Thank u so much and hugs to u too 🙂
Hope we get to meet soon 🙂
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Swaru Good Luck with your new venture. You are embarking on an initiative which not many people are familiar with, most of the janta understands the common job profiles, like one aunt asked her son “I don’t get what you do (work) all day on your laptop” 🙂
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He he! So true that Sonia 🙂
I get many such qs! Ppl cn never get what I will be doing the entire day, not their fault too I agree 🙂
Thanks much 🙂
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Ah… All the best and good luck with everything you wish to do Swaram.
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Thank u so much Mohan 🙂
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Congrats … All the best
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Thanks Stier 🙂
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Good luck as you enter this new phase of life…it’s a brilliant decision and an honourable one… 🙂 Hope to hear more about it in future posts… 😀
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Thank u so much PB 🙂
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you know what my views are on your decision and once again super tight hugs Swar !!!
Good Luck to you 🙂
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see I read the blog and commented too 😉
Lovely header by the way…which place ?
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LOL Thanks so much Nu 🙂
And the header is from Gangtok 🙂
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Had the same feelings about 18 months ago. By far the most difficult and yet the best decision I made ever. Best of Luck!
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Hmm true that 🙂
Thank u 🙂
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The header is beautiful, Swaram! Greenery on rocks!
Best of luck, Swaram! You are going to be happy in what you are doing, that is important!
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Thank u so much Sandhya 🙂 Abs. rt u r 🙂
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wishing you all the best again 🙂 i am sure you will do great there as well.
Cheers n i am waiting to see ur growing herbs as promised!
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Thank u so much Tara. And eh, will share them soon 😛 😛
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Congrats swaram and tight hugs for the wonderful decision you took…….
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Sari, make her something from “My Kitchen’s Aroma” !!!! 😛 😛 She deserves a great hug and a real gud foodie treat too…. 😛 😛 How I wish I am there at Hyd….. 😉
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Aww u girls rock 🙂
What r u gng to make for me Sari 😛
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Best of luck sweetie! 😀
Super tight hugs as you start a new innings! 🙂
You already know how I feel about this, so… 😀 😀
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I dnt know 😛 😛 But thank u 😀
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Aww sweetie, you follow your heart. God knows, not many people have the guts to do so 🙂
Loads of hugs and wishes for whatever you do. I know that once you put your heart and mind into something, the outcome is always fruitful.
So all the best.
(PS: glad to know that the offer letters dont tempt you anymore. Girl, you’ve mastered the art of Zen! Keep it up!! )
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I agree Noor. Swar, you are our zen girl! 🙂
Good luck babe!!
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Ha ha ha ha! U r so sweet to say that 😛 Some one-off case this 😉
LOL G, et tu 😉
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Swaram – Through you blogs, I have known you as a wonderful human being – more than anything else. So, whatever decision you take – I believe society will stand to benefit. Thank you so much for being selfless about giving back to community and reaching out to others. I wish you from the bottom of my heart to be successful in whatever you choose to do – eventually, like you said, what matters is whether you are finding it satisfying and fullfilling !!! Take care and keep the blogs coming from your “own & other” laptop 😀
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He he, I just posted from the other laptop Vidya 😉
And thanks so much for the kind words. I hope I try to live upto them 🙂
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Good luck for the new phase of your life girl 🙂 It really is a pretty difficult decision to take, whether it is for a man or a woman.. you will definitely succeed in this one too.. all the best wishes and hugs 🙂
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Thanks a lot Avada 🙂 For understanding that too 🙂
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All the very best, Swar. You are a great girl, and will continue to do great things, irrespective if it is whether inside an IT office, or outside on the field!!! We need more people like you around, to make our world a better place. Happy weekend!
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U r a sweetheart Pal. Hugs 🙂
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A very best of LUCK swaram, As i said earlier its a wonderful thing you are doing, I beign a man can say that I could not have done it.
Am so glad to have such men amongst my friends Bik 🙂 Thank u 🙂
For some reason as i was reading this article I could not think of a reason Why would this be easy for a GIRL. Do ask those people and let me know the Why, Cause if i am not wrong IF i have to become SEXIST here It would be harder for a girl .. But then we can never make everyone happy so why worry …
He he! True that 🙂
As you said you are happy in ur heart That is whats most important, the same people who say otherwise to you now will sing a different tune shortly, thats how the world works…
LOL very true 🙂
I definitely was , AM, in awe of you making a decision not many can do so as we can see people talk the Talk but never Walk the Talk.. and you have done that and I am so very happy that i know you.
😛 😛 😛
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Aaaaaw lady… Now u know why wea re soooooooo proud of u! n am sure u will fly n reach the toppest colors n nvr ever hv a momment when u hv to ever regret it! God bless u sweets…. U deserve all of it!
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Thanks so much gal! God bless u 🙂
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Congratulations on being brave enough to take such a big step. I don’t know too many people with this kind of courage! Good luck with your new venture – I hope it’s all that you’ve expected, and more. Hope it gives you that feeling of fulfillment that other ‘normal’ jobs don’t 🙂
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Thanks girl 🙂
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All the best Swaram…am sure you will excel and shine in the field you choose to pursue..and did I mention, I am proud of you 🙂 extremely proud 🙂
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😛 😛 😛 Thank u R’s Mom 🙂
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Good luck on the new beginning. Once you’ve really decided, then it doesn’t really matter. Hope you excel in your new venture as well 🙂
Cheers!
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He he righto 🙂 Thank u 🙂
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Awesome! 🙂
You are such an inspiration in whatever you do! IT Job, Blogging, Traveling or what you are about to embark on! 🙂
Oh and PS: No decision is an easy decision for anyone. It’s about how well you can live with it. And I think you’ll rock it! 😀
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Aww thanks so much 🙂 U guys make me stronger 🙂
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As I have said in your last post one needs courage to do what u r doing so am very proud of you my dear 🙂
Good luck for this new begining 🙂
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Thank u Smita 🙂
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I said it once, and I repeat it here. What you did needs guts. The girl theory is plain nonsense, especially when so many of us contribute equally and take our careers as seriously as our male counterparts!
That being said, I should extend an equal credit toy Su for having supported you to take up what made you happier! I am sure it is going to be an awesome fulfilling journey 🙂 All the best!
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OK Di…just said everything i wanted to say!! including the credit to Su
ALl the best Swaram !!!
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LOL, I agree she said it well too 🙂
Thanks both 🙂
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Swaram, It must be really difficult to give up your job – because for us its not just a job – its financial independence, it’s that giddy feeling of being a part of the competitive corporate world. But what really matters is what you actually want to achieve in your life – and you figured that out! It’s definitely an end but a beginning to such a beautiful journey! I wish you good luck!
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So with u on that giddy feeling 🙂 But thankfully, I realized that the giddiness stays 🙂 What changes is the source of it 🙂
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I like the way how “one end” becomes another exciting and fulfilling “beginning” !!! 🙂
Bravo Lady !!! I am proud to know you !!! Its not every person does this kind of thing and that too with so much ease and confidence. 🙂
Waiting for more posts on all the amazing things u are doing….Love you and God Bless you. 🙂
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Love u too Ums and God will def. bless u 🙂 Hugss!
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First of all, you’re not a girl, Swaram. You’re a grown woman who knows her mind and is following your heart. I kinda am not surprised, and am truly thankful that there are people like you, making things better. I can understand the mixed feelings over leaving, financial independence and self-sufficiency is very important for a woman. And you’ve always come across as enjoying your job, so you’re not leaving with bitterness in your heart.
wish you all the very best in your endeavours always! Big hugs!
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Thanks so much Starry. Makes me happy that I have such understanding friends 🙂
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Best of luck swaram. 🙂
Go Shine!
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Thanks Shru 🙂
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Wishes for you to excel in everthing you take up.
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Thanks AA 🙂
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Good to hear from you Swaram-and so nice to see someone daring to listen to their heart and soul and go out and make a difference. All the best
Looking fwd to read the words from “your” laptop
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LOL 😛 Another *work* laptop again 😉
Thank u HM 🙂
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awesomely proud of you, girl! have a ton of fun in all that you do…and good luck for everything 🙂
hugs!
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Thank u thank u, fun it is 🙂
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all the very best Swaru… For your attitude as I know from this blog you will succeed in whatever you take up. Just speaking about something is very easy but executing iis the real challenge… you are one of a kind. Hearty wishes to succeed and feel contented and happy in whatever you do… take care sweet gal 🙂 do write posts and keep us updated with all the good work you do.. It will have the power to trigger a sparkle in some of your blog followers…
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Hw nice of u to say that Ani! God bless u all 🙂
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All the best,Swaram!! So SO proud of you!!
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Luv u SubMum 🙂 Hugs!
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best best best wishes to you swar. so proud of the decision you’ve made. hugs!
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Hugs T 🙂
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It was a courageous decision, Swaram…. It is never easy to give up a well paying job and start doing something else from scratch…. I wish you all the best…. 😀
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Thank u so much Chhavi 🙂
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I have said it in the past – you were brave to take a decision like that. And I respect you for that. So just go and do what you love doing 🙂 Good luck with everything 🙂 I’m sure you will do well no matter what it is and where you are 🙂
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Thanks SnS 🙂 Hugs!
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Actually i do have one more thing to say – this aint the end – actually a new beginning 🙂
Cliche’ and all but appropriate
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LOL ya 🙂 Hugs Nuttie 🙂
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We are so Proud of you Swaram..I am sure you will excel in your new job too..Hugs to you and wish the very best in life..
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Thanks Seena 🙂 🙂
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the way you are confident and comfortable with your decision is inspiring… it’s like you have chosen your destiny yourself… 🙂
kudos to you gal… once again all the best 🙂
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🙂 Thank u Rajlakshmi 🙂
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I guess every girl has to hear about “It is easy for a girl to quit the job ” . I never understood that statement! Even the educated ,working ladies talk the same way.
Do not bother about what people talk about you. One always has to face these when they try to do something different from the crowd. Please do not let anything people say stop/worry you!
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Sigh! I know!
U r rt, thank u so much 🙂
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my bestest and choiciest wishes for you Swar 🙂
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Thank uuuuu Raysss 🙂
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All the very best to you Swaram. The path ahead is not easy and whoever thinks it is has not thought about it even for a min. But it is the path that your heart and mind are happy about which will make this new journey the best you have had yet.
Waiting to hear more from you. Till then hugs.
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🙂 🙂 Thanks Comfy 🙂
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good luck girl !!
make God keep you always 🙂 🙂
Am so so so sure you’ll do just great ( heh heh .. you know it yourself too, dont u ?)
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😛 😛 😛 Thank u 🙂
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Just tell them to go fly a kite!
I am so proud of you my dear! All my prayers and best wishes will always be with you.
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LOL 😆
Thank u so much 🙂
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You’re one hell of a courageous girl Swar..wish I could meet you in person..wish you all the best.. in everything ..hugs..take care
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I so wanna meet u too 🙂
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Wish you the very best Swar! Am sure you would enjoy this change much more and derive more satisfaction. Hoping to see many more positive posts about the newer side of the world:) Way to go!!!
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Thanks Vidya 🙂 I wish to record all the good things I get to see and learn too 🙂
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Yay to the new beginning Swaru 🙂
So glad that your heart and mind are on the same wavelength, quite unaffected by what else’s happening around 🙂 WTG!! Good luck and best wishes to you 🙂
And about things being easier for a girl… have they ever been?? is my question!!
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Ha ha! U r rt Priya 🙂
Thanks a lot 🙂
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wishes for all happiness, swaram 🙂
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Thank u so much and so nice to c u here 🙂
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U hav made a beginning, so the very best of luck. The journey is not going to be easy, there will be many a times when u may feel that why you took such a step or u may miss ur pay packet, so for all those times the very best of luck; and for all those times when u think u need some wishes, the very best of luck
Cheers lady !!
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Thank u so much! U r being very practical. Thanks for understanding 🙂
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Hugsssss!!!!!!!!! Following your heart is not a luxury most people have. Congrats for having the guts, and great that u have a hubby who supports you in following your dreams. 🙂
I wouldnt say its easier for you to follow your dreams just becoz you are a girl….thats just bullshit 😛 everyone has their own challenges. Having said that, it helps that Su is an earning member… maybe one can rephrase it that way…. Maybe the world would have been harder on you, had you been the husband and Su been the wife. Having said that, these are all excuses. Who are others to decide what works for you and what doesn’t? 🙄 Bhad mein jaaye! 😛 😛 😀
May this new journey of life see you find loads of happiness and satisfaction – and yes be a lesson to people around you that money need not be the deciding factor in life. 🙂 Love ya Swar!
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Thanks Ash. Am glad I hv all support in Su too 🙂
Agreed Ash! But all am saying is it is not that every girl who has an earning husband does that! So, it’s not all about income, isn’t it 🙂
Hugs and I luv u too 🙂
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Ah makes me nostalgic this…
All the very best for the new life ahead. I am sure you’ll keep rocking. 😀
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Ohh nice 🙂
Thank u so much and hope u have settled well 🙂
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Wow….hats off to u….
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Thank u 🙂
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all the very best Swar.. super proud of you 🙂 will call you some time and lets catch up. I seem to have missed a lot of things.
Ugadi habbada shubhashayagaLu 😀
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Haudu. Eshtu dina aythu nin hathra maathadi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dhanyavada. Nimellarigu kuda hardika shubhashayagalhu 🙂
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All the very best gal… I know you would do wonders in your new venture… Hugs… 🙂
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Hey Tan! Thank u 🙂
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God go with you Swaram! I’m really proud of knowing you and of you for having taken this decision. I hope you find more and more joy and fulfillment in your path! all the best Swaram!
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Thank u soo much girl 🙂
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All the best in your new venture. As I said in my last comment, it takes a lot of determination and courage to know what you and your heart want and go for it, in the face of everything. Glad you followed your heart. The world definitely needs more people who do. 🙂
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Thank u so much priya 🙂
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Good Luck Swaram! There are very few people who truly decide to follow their dreams. It is indeed one of the toughest decisions to make.
I wish you luck with all my heart.
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Thank u so much Telugumom 🙂 Hw r u dng?
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Good luck Swaru … May the Mighty force be with you ….
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Thank u CA and so nice to hv u here 🙂
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I can’t believe I missed this post. All the very best Swar. You’re a wonderful person.
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Thank u so much Pepper 🙂 U too 🙂
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Good luck yaar…you will excel in everything that you do…
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Thank u S 🙂
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Yes it is so tough to leave something you have been enjoying doing for 7 years …but great to know that you have found something much closer to your heart and ready to take it forward ..
all the best for your future !!
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Thanks so much Vandana 🙂
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Hugs Swaram…wish you all the best! May your tribe increase 🙂
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Thanks Homey 🙂 🙂
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A new beginning, a new journey…a new path to success & glory 🙂
Alllll the best 🙂
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Thank u soooo much dear 🙂
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As long as you have your conviction, there is nothing to beat it. Go out, have a great time, smile and breathe your passion.
Best wishes to you Swaram.
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Absolutely 🙂 Thank u so much 🙂
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Where are you?
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😛 😛 Bk now 😛
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Thanks for this post..Just brings back a lotta memories…I too resigned after 7 yrs of IT life – http://zradar.wordpress.com/2011/01/13/bidding-adieu/. Its been only 3 months, but I miss my office badly..Perhaps its worth another post..
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I wish you all success in future..And keep blogging..Loved them all…
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Oh let me go read ur post.
Thank u so much 🙂
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Hi Swaram… I am late to read this post but i liked when you said mind body and soul being unified for this decision of yours …
Loosing financial Independence feels a little awkward initially as we have studied hard and worked hard for it , keeping only a career in mind … to be away from something we earned, in order to go close to something our heart n soul wants may not be easy ..but so worth it.
All my wishes 🙂
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U got it all 🙂
Thank u so much sangeeta 🙂
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How did I miss to read this post?
That must be one great feeling and kind of mixed emotions when u typed this post na!
This is a great work u r doing, and we are so proud about your decision !!
Go on, and take the world in your hands and follow ur dreams…never mind other’s words…
Now..u gotta write more sharing about how u r njoying this new phase of life!! Come on back girl!!
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Thank u so much Anu, totally mixed they were 🙂
And am glad to be bk too 🙂
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A good!! decision taken… it’s nice that ur following ur heart!! 🙂
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Thank u so much and welcome here 🙂
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A little something for you here:)
http://suburbanmumma.wordpress.com/2011/04/16/i-have-been-awarded/
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Thank u sooo much Sub Mumma 🙂
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And now the true “song of life” will be in its full-fledged flow…. god bless u with all the energies and vigor to keep the flow going.
All the Best !!!
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8) Thank u Sir!
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Hello.. write a new post about the new beginning now?
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Exactly! An end has to have a new beginning and we are waiting to hear all the super stuff you are doing. So get started okay Swar!
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LOL ok my dearies 🙂 Done that 🙂
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ah swaram, i had no idea. i just missed this post. Best of luck in whatever you have decided to pursue now. i am sure u will be very happy and excel here as well! hugs dear..
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I think u r here after a long time no 😉 😉 😉 Thank u so much Iya 🙂
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Hey Swaram,
I have always envied people who know what they are passionate about. And now you have joined that list. 🙂 Its the most amazing feeling to follow your dreams, to do the work that you really LOVE, to get that sense of satisfaction, and I’m so very happy for you.
All the Best!
And don’t stop writing.
-Priyanka
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🙂 Thanks so much for the lovely comment 🙂
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why no new posts?
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😀
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Hey, been away from your blog for too long and have lots to catch up on. All the very best as you start on this new phase in life!
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Hey newmum, nice to hv u bk and thanks so much 🙂
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I could relate to every word of it, you know I had the similar situation myself. 🙂
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I was sure u could Sri 🙂 🙂
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Swaram.. Don’t worry about what world talks about… If it satisfies you and you feel you are doing good.. go ahead with it… PPL Justify what ever you do… I am hearing this from all my friends and colugues… how many ppl are ready to leave there job even if they are women? how many women are ready to leave there job even if there hubby supports them? how many ppl are ready to leave there job even if they are cororre pathi’s… Its just justification they give….
All the best for you future and enjoy your journey… Hopefully I will join your path soon…
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Hey thanks for the wishes. And welcome here 🙂 This is a 2 year old post though! Am already on this path now and could not care lesser for the world 🙂
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Lincoln said – “In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.”
Wonderful! While reading I could feel the song having those high ups and little downs. Nicely articulated experience and I know it is not that easy to pursue dreams which are hard realities when we wake up. Keep up the wonderful work you do!!
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Thanks Sreekanth! U put it very well 🙂
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