Is there any IDEAL age to get married?

This was the day which Shivani never wanted to come to an end. She did not want to go back to her sweet home which was used to her abode to get some peace and happiness after a long tiring job. She took an auto outside her office and started her journey towards her home. Delhi- the city which is known for its traffic jam suddenly became less populated. Unlike other days, this time, there was no traffic on the road or may it was what Shivani thought! Though it took 2 hours for her to reach the home, Shivani still thought it’s too early!

Standing on her doorstep, her hands were shivering. She did not want to enter the home as she knew she was bombarded with the same questions which she was facing from the last one week. With a heavy heart, Shivani entered. Her father, who always welcomed her with a big smile, this time, was in an angry mood. While Shivani entered the kitchen to get some water, her mother started yelling and shouting, “Why do you not want to get married?"

Shivani was tired with the same question every day. This time she decided to counter her parents. “Why should I get married, when I don’t want to be”? Her parents were not ready for this reply, and so her father angrily told her, “Next year, I will retire, and you are 26, so this is the right time to get married otherwise soon you will not get any good boy. We will give you so much education and freedom so that you get a well-educated boy, but now you are misusing it”.  Her mother added, “Sharma’s daughter got married last month, she is younger to you.”

Is there any ideal age to get married, when Shivani was about to ask this question, suddenly her mother asked her, “Do you have a boyfriend with whom you want to get married? Listen we will not allow you to marry outside our caste."

These words were enough to shaken Shivani who was working as a manager in an MNC. She always wanted to earn a name for herself in the corporate world, and so she was not ready to take her mother’s words. Tears started rolling on her cheeks when she stood up and left the room and discussion in the mid-way. She came to her room when her father’s words fell on her ears, “Iss ladki ko jayda padaana hi nhi chayihe tha. College khatam hote hi shaadi kar dete to acha tha. Musibat hi khatam ho jati.”

Shivani was in her room when she was thinking, is getting married the only purpose in a girl’s life? All the education which her parents gave her, it was just so that she could get a good groom. Girls should get married below the age of 25 as it is good for her biological cycle- we all heard this thing in our daily lives, but what is the ideal age for a boy? No one dares to ask that!

Shivani wanted to achieve more success in her life but her parent’s words were enough to shatter her. She decided to give up and get married to the boy of her parent’s choice.

This is the real story of one my friends. Many of you would be against Shivani’s decision. Even I was not happy with her when she came to my house to invite me for her wedding. I fought with her and gave all advice which I heard on TV from our ‘women rights activists.” But when Shivani left, I realized how much pressure a girl faced in her life when it comes to her marriage. Sometimes it is the society which again and again advised her to get married as she is getting older day by day and sometimes it is the family, which emotionally blackmails her to get into marriage.

But no one understands that there is no ‘ideal’ age to get married. But yes, there should be an ‘ideal’ person for marriage. Unless and until you don’t find him, don’t get married. Marriage is finding a soul mate that would walk with you through ups and downs of life. But if you succumb to ‘marriage pressure’ and get married just for the heck of it, you will be leaving a life in which you would have a mate but not the soul mate!

To Mom, From Your “Little” (But Now Married) Girl!!!!

Time flies..yes it flies… Earlier it was you mom, who would fed me once I came back from office. Mom I am back, these words were enough to alert you. A hot piping tea with snacks was always there on the table waiting for me and my taste buds. It was a daily routine for you which you ensured that you did it dutifully. Today also I am having a tea but the only difference is that it misses your warmth and love. As now I am married, I really miss ‘that’ tea which is for me the world’s best beverage (at least Now).

Known as a lazy laid at home, I used to wake up at 6.30 in morning as it was my habit to spend over 2 hours in bathing and dressing up myself. I always reached office late and that too when I did not even had to do anything at home. I know Mom, you will be proud to know as I wake up early in morning, make breakfast and also spend lesser time in getting up ready for the office. Only 15 minutes!!!!!

 You always made sure that I had my breakfast and lovingly handed over me my lunch and one extra dabba for evening snacks. Today, when every morning I pack two lunches- one for myself and one for hubby, it reminds me of you. Your little girl has now grown up mom, as earlier it was you who was making yummy food without complaining but now it is me who cook simple ghar ka khana for hubby and that too after throwing so much tantrums

When I got engaged, I requested you ‘please mom- teach me some household chores. I even do not know how to use the washing machinge.” And your reply, “Wakeup early on Sunday and will teach you how to operate the washing machine”. In your reign, that ‘Sunday’ never came. You will be amazed to know Mom, n

ow I do all laundry by myself.

You always considered me as a five-year old and that used to irritate me. Now I am missing those moments, pampering and your love.

I know I am someone’s wife and daughter-in-law but deep in my heart I still yearn to be your little girl, Mom

Have You Tried Hair Spa? Go for it in Monsoon!!!

The irritating Monsoon is showing no mercy. Every year during this time, I struggled with rugged hair. However, this year I am not dealing with this problem as my hair is shinning and luscious. Wondering what magic mantra I have found out to keep them beautiful? Then ladies,  answer is- Hair Spa.

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With hectic lifestyles, sunlight and pollution, it is important to take a good care of your hair. And what’s better than a good spa?

I personally like hair spa because-     

• It increases the hair growth
• It is a quick relief from busy lifestyle
• The mild and shampoo used during spa makes hair shining
• Hair mask which is applied on hair strands and scalp is a good conditioner. It takes care of all hair woes, including dandruff, hair fall and lots more.
• Massaging during spa improves blood circulation
• Hair steaming during spa helps hair regaining the lost moisture

Our hair needs pampering and I love my hair so much that I find hair spa worth it! So head to a salon and indulge into relaxing and amazing hair spa.

If you are soon to be hitched, then hair spa becomes more important for you. Who knows your partner fallen in love with your gorgeous mane!!!

Who Says Shahid Kapoor Can’t Marry a Younger Girl?

“Oh my god Shahid Kapoor is marrying Mira Rajput. Really he has broken my heart,” these words were enough to make me laugh on my elder ‘married’ sister who was never fond of movies (read Bollywood). Just to remind my sister her marital status, I pointed my finger towards a photo frame hanging on the wall, in which she was happily posing with her hubby. J

“Hey dear, there is one common thing between ours and Shahid’s marriage- Like me and my hubby, there is also a huge age gap between Shahid and his fiancée age.” Astonished and enthralled at my sister’s finding, I started thinking why there is so much hullabulla on the age gap of a couple? What is the ideal age gap? Our so called Indian mentality says, a girl should always be younger than her husband both in age and height. But is it a guarantee of a blissful married life? A big NO!!!

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To make a marriage work, it is imperative to invest your time and emotions in it. It is crucial that the wavelength of both the partners should be on the same level. Being a girl, I always find matured men attractive. What made me to take my casual dating to the next level, i.e; marriage was the humbleness and caring attitude of my husband. Even my sister’s husband is much younger to her but it is only he who has completely mentored her in every possible way. Be it personal and professional front, there is not even a single field where she doesn’t seek her hubby’s advice. It is all about finding a good partner, irrespective of the age-gap.

Don’t forget, Shahid had a breakup with Kareena Kapoor, who is elder to him. Now he has found a solace in a much younger girl. Age doesn’t have any relevance in making any relationship successful.

Hence Proved!!!!  

Let’s beat the heat!

The scorching heat must have turmoil on you and your health. But let’s beat the heat with panache! Lets undiscovered some great ways to keep body fit and hale-

·         Don’t act like a lazy bee- Make it a habit to go for a run every morning. I know you are a super busy guy and in today’s fast running life, it is daunting to take out some time for running. But by making small but inevitable changes to your routine, you can make running an imperative part of your life. Make sure that you always run to the nearby metro station or park your car a little away from your workplace so that you walk towards it. It is advised to take stairs instead of lift.

·        Keep a watch on your driving posture- In order to avoid backache problem due to long hours of travelling, you should diligently follow the rules of sitting with your hips and make sure that your chest is parallel to steering wheels, while driving the car.

·        Rigorous work out- Surely, you don’t want that belly to make its way which is caused due to sedentary jobs. So it is best to do some light exercises which you should do at your office also. Sit straight and try to stretch your legs with toes facing upward. Now you should try to raise them to the angle of 30 & 40 and slowly put them below without touching the ground. Now you need to repeat the same exercise for 15-20 times. Apart from strengthen your back; this will also keep your belly in.

·        Follow right diet plan- In order to keep yourself active and healthy, opt for fresh fruits and juices during the day. Keep fried and fat fattening food at bay. Choose low carb food like salads.

4 ways to balance office-home life

Let's unveil some great ideas that can help you in striking a seemingly impossible balance between office and home life-


Don't over prioritize your office work- You can't always choose work over your family. There may be a time when taking your wife to a nearby grocery shop is more important than completing the presentation. There is no need to stress either about your personal or professional lives. Though your earning decides your shopping budget, you should always remember, “Money can buy materialistic things but the smile which comes on the face of your dear ones when you spend time with them, is completely fabulous.


There is no set time or day to unwind yourself- From whom you have heard the rule that you need to wait for an entire week to chill with friends? Oh common, you can spruce up any day of your life. Just call your friends on any weekday or perhaps on an easier day when there is less work pressure. Chat, drink and de- stress. You'll find yourself in a much calmer and nicer space to go home and face next day's office work. Also when you meet friends in the middle of the week without any planning, life becomes more exciting.


Prioritize your needs- “I can't be perfect after all I am not a superman/superwoman”, say this line three times a day, and you will find your life easy and calm. In trying to be best in every situation, we forget that life is beyond that. It's ok if you want to go out to meet your friends, leaving behind husband or kids at home. Make life simple by not complicating it too much with your set criteria.


Stop worrying about every crisis- The unpredictability of life makes it more beautiful. Treat deadlines and home work just the way they are regular. Being exceptionally organized may be required, but it is not desirable. So never try so hard. Do what you can do to the best of your capability and even if you fail, don't fret!

Yes, you're the most beautiful person on the Earth!

Do you know you are so beautiful? Do you know you are the 'original manufacturing piece'? Hey before jumping to any conclusion, I want to clear that it has nothing to do with your waist line or shining hair. This is that charm and shine you are having inside that makes you beautiful person. Still you are doubting, well I can give you hundred reasons for believing me. Read on!



Your laugh makes you vivacious. Sometimes it mirages youth and peace, sometimes it is to tease your colleague, sometimes it exudes mischief. But when you laugh, you become so ravishing.

It is really commendable to handle your emotions without breaking down but sadly, not many people are blessed with a steel spinal cord. But do you know when you break down, you become so attractive. Your emotions are beautiful and every drop of tear which you shed makes your beauty indescribable. The way you cry and feel such heartbreak makes you lovable. Your courage makes you smile. The way you combat hardships, get worst on your face, get up, brush the dirt and smile again, walk again with the same pride. The dignity which your face is showing makes you darling.

You go all teary eyed when you see an old couple sitting on the bench of the park, you make sure you give your seat in a bus to an old person or a woman with a baby, you whole heatedly wish your friends on their birthdays even when they forget yours, you protect a puppy from coming below the wheels. Your thoughtfulness makes you stunning. Your inner self says 'I am the most beautiful creature on the world'.

Well these are only some points which make you beautiful but the list is endless. There are innumerable reasons which contribute in your charm and your beauty is not a slave to your height, weight, color or looks.

You might be a career oriented woman or a housewife, you are absolutely stunning in your own way. So flaunt your beauty in your style as the world is dying to meet the most dazzling beauty!


Congratulations on being the most beautiful lady in the world!