Book Review: The 5 People You Meet In Heaven

The 5 People You Meet In Heaven

 

This is one of the most interesting books I have ever heard....dont worry, this isnt a typo. I did indeed say heard. There are audiobooks u know :P

The book tells the story of Eddie, an 86 years old war vet and maintenance worker for a theme park called Ruby Pier with a seemingly uneventful life. After his death, he goes to heaven and meets 5 people whose lives have been affected by him whether knowingly or unknowingly and they all teach him a valuable lesson abt life.

The first person he meets is a bluish looking circus clown, Blue Man - from the clown Eddie learns that he unknowingly affected this man's life by becoming the reason for his death. However, he tells Eddie not to apologize as he died so that Eddie could live.

Every action has a a far reaching effect. So we should be careful of our actions, just like the "Butterfly Effect" theory that everything indirectly effects everything else, and even one small insignificant incident can change the world.

Secondly, he meets his former Capt.- who teaches him that experiences in life change who we are and that sacrifice is a part of life...its something to aspire to. Therefore, there is no need to be ashamed of sacrifice. Its truly one of the noblest thing a human being can do for when you think you are losing something, ur really just passing it on to someone else. "Your lose will always be somebody's gain!"

The third person he meets is Ruby, namesake of Ruby Pier - she teaches him the importance of forgiveness. Silence is rarely a refuge for your thoughts will still haunt you as was the case with his father. Moreover, keeping grudges will only eat you up from inside and make you bitter.

Life is too short and beautiful to be lived with bitterness....forgiveness not only lightens up our hearts but makes us better people too. Because at the end of the day, nobody is perfect. We are all humans and humans err. ;)

The fourth person he meets in heaven is is wife, Marguerite - she teaches him the lesson of love. She explains to him that love does not have an end. When people die, love just takes on another form. 

Consequently, he should let go of the feeling of being cheated since he always felt she was taken from him to soon. Nevertheless, she and her love were always there with him in the form of memories!

The fifth person Eddie meets is Tala, a young Filipino girl - she told him that everyone has a purpose in life that not only affects their own life but the lives of others as well, even if you dont realize it.

After reading this book, my view abt heaven changed. Heaven is no longer just a beautiful & perfect place that houses God and all his angels but its also where you learn and understand abt the significance of your life and its far reaching effects.

It got me thinking abt lots of questions: Who are the 5 people I would meet? Will I have made anybody proud and most importantly, would my life have a positive effect on anybody?

If I could have made even 1 person smile during their lowest moments, be there for a friend when in need, or even just positively touch the life of a stranger somewhere.....I would consider my time on this Earth worthwhile! After all, strangers are just family we have yet to come to know ;)

I would definitely recommend this book to everyone. Its a touching story that everyone can relate to and it'll certainly get you thinking, but that isnt such a bad thing now is it?:)

So go and get yourselves a copy! As for all you lazy people out there, if u cant bring yourselves to read this book than just go download the audiobook or watch the movie!! :P

Friends & Friendship

Friends…they can be people from all walks of life and anywhere. U don’t necessarily have to grow up together, go to the same schools or even live nearby. Many of my good friends are people that I have met in various stages of my life and are scattered all over the world!!

U just need to connect! The connection cud be over anything: hobbies, interests, social life, work, similar dispositions, same friend circle or even a particular person such as Sallu!

In the last 2 years, I met many new people & even reconnected with old acquaintances and it felt good. Today, several of these people are very close to me and have shared numerous experiences and fun moments with me. From silly jokes, outrageous comments, incredible coincidences, crazy days and most embarrassing moments….they have witnessed it all!! :)

Moreover, in the past few months I have also made some really good friends on cyberspace. And though our initial interaction was on a social networking site and due to a particular celebrity or cause, we have now become FRIENDS! 

At least in my case, I care about these people and the things that happen in their lives. I certainly hope the feelings are mutual ;) We may have the most random conversations but its always fun and educational. Time really flies by and even boredom at work seems like a distant thing.

As for my work colleagues, we make a gr8 team! U guys are the best and u make coming to work everyday an absolute pleasure! ;) Our jokes, group activities, meetings, leg pulling, shopping sprees & nite outs shall 4eva be remembered!

 In conclusion, I have lived some of my most unforgettable memories with all u guys. So here’s to FRIENDS!! U don’t need too many, just a few good ones are enough & wen u find them, make sure u don’t let them slip away!

U all are very special & our friendship is precious to me ;)

Thanks for just being there :D

xoxo, u know u luv me ;)

Lavi

The experiences of Bollywood in BKK

Seeing the movie Ready recently reminded me of the period from ending Feb to the mid of March which was a crazy one filled with celeb stalkings, making contacts with Bollywood people, participating in shoots or just hanging around on the sets!  But it was also one of my most funnest (does that word even exist?) and memorable experiences of my life!! :)

Thanks to the internet and with a bit of time & luck....got to see/meet the crew of Rascal (Ajay Devgan, Arjun Rampal, Kangana, David Dhawan, Sanjay Dutt, Rohit Shetty, Ana Singh, etc). 

However, the best was yet to come......got to meet my Sallu and that too a couple of times!! I had years ago met him once b4 & all he did was sign my autograph but he didnt even ask my name! So it wasnt a vry memorable experience :(

Fortunately, history didnt repeat itself & this time we actually spoke to each other.....ok, it wasnt ur typical conversation nor was it very long but nonetheless, we did exchange a few words & I was on cloud 9!! ;)

Furthermore, we got to experience "one day in the life of an actor". It was a long day but we had fun, or atleast I did!! :P Due to this, we also got to see/meet several cast members of the movie Ready including Arbaaz Khan - he wasnt very friendly thoh!:(

The most exciting part was meeting Sallu.......its was a dream come true! In our first meeting, I was actually trembling due to my over excitement but was ok n didnt make a fool of myself. In fact, Sallu even said bye to me!! (still blush everytime I think abt it) ;)

Saw him a few times during his stay in Bangkok, sometimes for a few seconds and other times for several hours. The most memorable day was when I went with 2 other friends (Priya W & Bhav) to Ancient City to have a fieldtrip & check out the last day of shoot as well!

Boy did we have fun that day.........driving golf carts, taking beautiful pictures including a polaroid one thanks to both Bhav & Milan for that :D We also touched a python, saw deers and got gajar ka halwa to eat :P

Finally, after enjoying the sites and sounds of Ancient City...we got to see the song picturization of "Humko pyar hua" feat. Sallu & Asin. It was so cute, Sallu seemed to be in a good mood and was quite playful. Even Asin was a sweetheart n very pretty too;)

At the end of the day, we had a wonderful experience and even got our pictures with the leading actors & Sallu's autograph too!

It was definitely an unforgettable and cool experience that I am proud to have shared with my 2 buddies...it was fun-filled perfect day out :)

P.S. - I did realize that I make an amazing stalker/paparazzi! ;P

xoxo, u know u luv me ;)

Lavi

Ready - nonstop entertainment & laughter = total paisa vasool!

Wat can I say...I was so ready for "Ready" & it sure didnt disappoint!

From start to finish the movie provides non-stop entertainment & laughter. The music is fabulous and the songs are catchy and visually appealing ;)

The story isnt that great but its hilarious & filled with typical Sallu one-liners! :P

N what can I say abt the pee break!! LOL, that was a kodak moment!;)

And though the action sequences were kinda over-the-top and exaggerated, but they were done with a sense of humor that you cudnt stop yourself from laughing....especially the climax scene where Sallu fights the bad guy with a bouquet of flowers! LOL!! It was more like a romantic Valentine scene with a nasty crash for the villain ;)

After which comes a beautiful surprise!! :D

As for Sallu, he's awesome in d movie!!  His character is so cute & adorable in the film! He totally carry's the film on his shoulders and cracks u up. He'll make u laugh till your tummy hurts and u have tears in ur eyes from laughing so hard!! Not to mention, he's HOT & he ROCKS! :D

Meanwhile, there was certainly chemistry between the lead pair (Sallu & Asin). She did a good job in the movie and looked cute!

All in all, its a total time pass movie = 100% paisa vasool!

The only negative comment is that they edited my scene from the movie....how cud they? ;( I guess I'll have to try harder the next time :P Although, my friend did make it for a few secs in the beginning of the movie (a girl in the background in a black churidar outfit) & she cudnt care less! No wonder they say that life's a bitch!! ;)

So do go n watch the movie....u'll come out entertained and with a smile, that I can guarantee u!

P.S. - I even wore my Being Human t-shirt just for the event! Sallu r u paying attention ;)

Till next time....

xoxo, u know u love me ;)

Lavi