Grandpa turned 70!

Last month we celebrated Grandpa's 70th Birthday with a huge surprise party at the Gem Restaurant in Petaling Jaya. Rocking 70 was the theme of the day.

It was a month long plan with everything going flawlessly as Grandpa had no clue what was in store for him including Grandma thinking it was going to be a normal day out.

All our close relatives and friends were invited and grandpa's close friends also joined to wish him well. The whole ground floor was booked for our event.

Cake cutting, a video presentation of Grandpa from his younger days, my song rendition specially for him and great food made the night super special.

Happy Rocking 70th Grandpa!

Happy New Year 2015!

Starting the year with loads of presents! Thank You Aunty Caroline for the gifts.

2014 has been a very challenging year for me. Starting Junior school and enjoying every bit of it was fun coupled with a fair share of intensity but I emerged unscathed.

I am looking forward to a great 2015 with my head held high looking forward with great hope and ambition. My empathy to the flood victims and deepest sorrow to the families going thru the airlines tragedy. School begins a week late on the 12th.

 Last night's fireworks display in Desapark city seen from Sailesh's home.

Merry Christmas

Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Merry Christmas to all!

Happy Karthigai!

Yesterday, all the Hindu homes were brightly lit with lamps to signify the Karthigai celebration. Just like past year, we had a lovely line up.

New lamps were bought and prepared.

Uncle got us these unique ones. The material was also much stronger.

Brilliantly arranged with Grandpa's help.

Happy Karthigai everyone!

Beaconhouse Children's Day Celebration

I went as the pink fairy.

Spidey took the day off

Deepavali - The next day ... Kaththi

After all the massive partying the day before, yesterday I spent, literally, the whole morning packing and distributing Deepavali delicacies to all our neighbours.

In the afternoon, I made it to the 2pm show of the much anticipated, Kaththi!

Behindwoods.com : Kaththi is a grand production which rides on Vijay's dual roles, the social interest angle & impactful scenes which are part of the mix. Murugadoss delivers a strong commercial movie with a nice social angle, in true Vijay style!

The movie was simply awesome! Some scenes left me in tears which really showcased Vijay the actor who was really at ease getting into emotional scenes.

Happy Deepavali!

Happy Deepavali Everyone!

The day started with prayers at home receiving blessings from the elders and then followed by prayers in the temple. We were at the Kaliamman temple, Kepong.

Visitors came by 11 in the morning and after that I was at my Uncle's place for lunch and after a sumptuous meal, another round out in the restaurant around 3pm.

By the time we returned home there were guests being entertained by Grandma and Grandpa and after freshening up, we left to Aunt's place for dinner and fireworks. We made so much noise, the quiet neighbourhood woke in shock!

Deepavali - 1 Day to Go! - Second Half Report

The remaining half, I arranged the few greeting cards that we received (3 of them came from the ruling party) and my personal favourite of Ilayathalapathy.

Made some last minute purchases, mainly snacks.

Aunty 'Skyfall' Caroline made some fantastic cakes for us. Daddy picked up the order and as soon as he reached home, I got a bite out of the chocolate cake. Bliss!

Fireworks continued at night but this time at aunt's place.

Baby Sailesh didn't quite enjoy the loud blast but took an instant liking to the twinkle light we put up for him. I can tell when I see that little smile of his.

Hitting the bed for a bright celebration tomorrow.

Deepavali - 1 Day to Go! - First Half Report

I was tasked to put on the new chair back laces and lovely silk arm rest.

New sheets for the bed. I insisted on this design.

Does look a little too pink doesn't it?

Sindhu is ready too ...

Deepavali - 2 Days to Go!

2 Days to Deepavali and I'm hoping I'll get the best gift ever of going to Mars! Yes you heard me right, the planet Mars. Here's my boarding pass.

Yeah I wish ... NASA is launching it's Orion spacecraft on December 4th and submitted names will be etched on a micro-chip that's going out of this world.

To submit your name to be on Orion's flight test, visit: go.usa.gov/vcpz
For information about the Orion mission, visit: www.nasa.gov/orion

Today in school we all bid festive wishes to each other and off we were to 'Seek The Light' in our own ways and will be back to school next Monday - 27th.

Deepavali - 3 Days to Go!

Since it was a Sunday with everyone at home, we worked on the garden. It was looking good in it's current state but needed weeding at some areas.

Time well spent bagging 3 large ones!

Washed up and immediately headed out to Semua House for some Deepavali sight seeing but ended up returning with a boot load of stuff.

Assisted Grandma with the 'Payatham Urundai', a spicy delicacy.

 

Checked in - fireworks! All safe under strict adult supervision.

Abhishek Krishnan from Behindwoods.com says this;

"The teaser followed by two back to back song promos have placed the exuberance level of the fans on a hyperventilating rocket. The trailer, has enough elements to produce that goosebump-ish moment for any ardent fan of Vijay. Ilayathalapathy appears to have retained the decibel raising “cracking-neck-muscles-with-fist-on-cheek” mannerism that he had in Thuppakki.

Ilayathalapathy promises Tamil Cinema a cracker of a Diwali."

Deepavali - 4 Days to Go!

There was a kolum competition in daddy's office and he was invited as one of the judges. Back in his younger days, the man did some pretty cool ones himself.

Since everyone got busy cleaning, I made it a point to contribute by atleast sorting out my own stuff. Did a massive cleaning of all my toys and lined up some for donation.

As always, here's the look at all my Deepavali attires this year.

Custom made 'Pavadai', jeans with T-Shirt/cardigan and a home wear set.

2 sets of dresses, 2 shirt sets with the pink one doubling up as a workout piece.

And some round neck T's.

Another magic happened overnight, song promo of "Selfie Pulla", rendered by Ilayathalapathy Vijay and Sunidhi Chauhan was launched. The fever rages on!

Deepavali - 5 Days to Go!

Today Grandma completed a traditional Indian sweet - Rava Laddhu!

Though most of them were bought off the shelf but some of them were made at home. In particular, Murukku, which is a must have for Deepavali.

Rest of the evening, I spent it at Aunt's place rib tickling Sailesh and taking him thru the colours. He gives his little smirk that instantly melts us away!

Nothing prepared me for this surprise!

Promo of the Anirudh - Vishal Dadlani rendition, 'Aathi Ena Nee' from the upcoming blockbuster - Kaththi! It cuts off before the song takes a massive turn in tempo. Another 5 days to experience the full cinematic magic!

Deepavali - 6 Days to Go!

Decorations are always a plus as it brings out the feeling of festivity and creates that ambiance when you get relatives and friends visiting.

We're not pressing too much on deco as it's been hectic all around. The little one has kept us on our toes and I have school till next Monday. Managing in between.

We're already talking about year end party and I will be handing out Deepavali cards to my teachers today. Lovely designs picked by Grandpa.

The curtains are up and that black patch there is daddy shirtless.

We also received a pleasant surprise ... from the Prime Minister and the ruling party secretary general. It was a nice gesture of them to send greeting cards.

Deepavali - 7 Days to Go!

2014 is a splendid year for me. This year, instead of my annual 'Rocker Valli' celebration, I'm going with 'Double Dhamakka' for my little brother!

The both of us are certainly going to take the celebrations to greater heights. He loves the colours from the twinkle lights and it's been shining bright the past few days.

My final assessment just concluded and with that off my mind, I'm gearing up for the festivity coming up next week. Lessons will go on as usual and I'm getting an additional day off from school on the eve of Deepavali.

Busy as a bee but good time management will certainly help me work things out and help where I can at home. I'm sure I'll figure it out.