Dreams: An alternate reality

“Don’t You have a dream?”

This is a phrase everyone hears at least once in their life. Of course, there are various instances for this question to be asked. Because this question itself is very ambiguous on its own, but with context, it adds a new meaning every time. Do you have a dream career?, Do you plan to get married anytime soon?, Do you plan to have kids?, and its a never ending cycle. Its a question that plagues us since we are born to our death. But are these questions to be taken to be “dreams”. A career can be equated to ambition. Getting married can be someone’s wish to have a partner and be committed. Having kids can be a choice one takes to bring up good human beings into the world. Can these be equated to a dream?

I always wondered if there were people who didn’t have these “dreams”. Someone who just goes with the flow. When I ask someone if they have a dream, some answer that they want to get a dream job or life, most of the others just answer that their dream is to be just happy. Now that is a far stretch. Being happy is not a dream, its a state of mind. And it is rarely possible as human beings, to always remain happy. You can live a peaceful life, but that does not mean that you will always be happy because there is not a single human who has led a life without shedding a tear or working hard to earn that peaceful living. In the end, even if we claim to live a peaceful life, there was some hardship put before us that we had to overcome to earn that peaceful life. And if you feel you have lived a life without hard work or claim to have lived a peaceful life without any hardships, you have yet to face them. It is a fact of life. As the saying goes, “There ain’t no such thing as free lunch”.

Coming back to dreams, your perfect career or a perfect life can be described as a dream, in the larger sense of the word. However, there are people who don’t have big dreams. I have never wanted to do anything in particular. If I could do my work for today and sleep, that is a dream for me. If I could just make a cup of coffee and drink it, that’s a dream for me. Some people would actually disagree with me and say that these are just my wishes and something you do everyday. If getting your perfect life is your dream, why can’t my simple wishes be my dream? Do I have to always dream big? I do not think about the future. Would I get a perfect job? I don’t know what I would describe as my perfect job. I have dabbled in different fields, not everything, but have found nothing that entices me. I love writing, but I would not consider myself as a brilliant writer. I love playing with numbers, but I would not consider becoming an accountant. Do I have to select something to do? I can do a simple job like cleaning or laundry at an industry and earn enough money to earn a livelihood and maybe sometimes splurge on my favorite fashion brands sometimes. I can still enjoy writing and I can still be happy. I don’t need to have a”dream” job. If my writings hit it off, that’s great! But I don’t dream of having a huge fan-base of readers and publishing books.

So if you don’t have a big dream like a perfect career or a perfect life. It is alright. You are not living in an alternate universe as others. Sometimes we realize our perfect career along the way of fulfilling our small dreams or in the other’s case, “wishes”. Sometimes we don’t have a perfect career, we just want to live through the day. And we are perfectly happy without a “dream”. We are not aliens, we are just unique and we don’t need to feel guilty for not having a dream or be depressed about it. Don’t wait for your dreams to awaken, just create simple ones that can keep you happy. Because in the end, we are all doing the same thing, them and us in the alternate reality, surviving.

The secrets of the Universe

*SPOILER ALERT*

Have you ever thought about what the universe hides from us? It’s secrets, some truths worth knowing. It’s a strange world and we are all aliens living in this planet unaware of ourselves.

Dante and Aristotle were great people of their times. One well versed in literature while the other a great philosopher. But unfortunately it was neither the philosopher or the poet who discovered the secrets of the Universe. It was Ari and Dante Quitana.

The secrets they find aren’t top notch scientific NASA type secrets, they are everyday things. Ari doesn’t for instance understand his father. He is rather ‘inscrutable’. He doesn’t understand himself either, being different from what is deemed to be normal. Dante is a whole other person who understands himself and finds himself way before Ari does. Ari reminds me of myself. A teenager unaware of himself and seeking to find the truths.

The truths and secrets are painful yet help him to grow as a man. Dante and Ari’s friendship is quite enviable. Though Ari never realise the depth of their relationship. Some truths are harder to accept and some are there just in front of eyes that you are afraid to accept. Ari’s story takes us on a journey of self-discovery which becomes the greatest secret in the universe, finding oneself.

This book really lives up to the hype that was built up around this book. I picked it up just to know what the hype was about. I never knew I would finish it in two days. To put it lightly it was unputdownable, if that is even a word. This was one of the books in my bucket list of summer reading.

The quotes in the book are not something you are likely to forget easily. It is quite memorable. It has that heart warming feeling along with some intellectual and inspirational words. My favourite quote is “The problem with my life is that it was someone else’s idea”.

To a degree it appears to be true. We are all part of someone’s plan. We are just living according to it. But the real secret in the universe is that we have choices. These choices make us different and make our life our own.

The biggest secret in the universe is not the biggest, it is the smallest thing in your life. Ari and Dante discovered this secret together and that’s all the book is about.

But it’s a must read for someone who loves inspiring quotes and a heart warming story. It was definitely worth the read.

When Spring comes…

“Until this cold winter ends and spring comes again”

The words more beautiful than any other lines said and the implications, many…

These words held a deeper meaning. I was not aware until I found “Spring day”, a masterpiece of a song. Melodically it seems like any other song but the words pull you in.

BTS and their music had inspired many around the world…. I am just one of many…but on this day when the song “Spring day” turned two, I’m reminded of the time when I first heard it…as I write this, I’m listening to it with tears in my eyes.

This song has great significance in my life…the beautiful words that made me hold on and move on…it was like they were singing to me and me alone, of course many would have felt the same… I am not special.

The sombre expression on their faces reflected mine. BTS time and time again prove themselves, there is no doubt they are famous for this very reason…they never disappoint…

https://youtu.be/xEeFrLSkMm8

This blog is just a tribute to one of my favourite songs…one I would most likely want to be played on my funeral…

I wanted to post it before 12:00am…so I don’t have enough time to describe the beauty of this song….but I would only want you to listen to it and feel for yourselves…

Musings….

Time passes fast when you’re having the most fun…..

It’s been awhile….I was doing so many things at the same time….got interested in many things…had fun with friends….this year is going to be a hectic one. 

I have found my music gods…BTS..OMG!!!…I am totally enraptured with their music and concept….this is what I have been up to….these last few days…..

They are the best!!😘😘

 I have also found my bias…..I do love kpop in general but..I stan them….😁😁….my fav is of course V..who we all know from hwarang the beginning….I am a true A.R.M.Y now..
Save me!!!😆😆

Other than that…I am now watching a drama….school 2017…Love teen dramas…but Haebak is a little disappointing….anyways…I haven’t made much leeway with kdramas since I got obsessed with kpop…

I am all about blood sweat and tears…🎉🎇🤓💻

My updates are slow as I have nothing much to share…these are just my musings as I keep reminding myself over and over..

Right now I am just waiting for BTS comeback. They will as always leave us flabbergasted…no doubt about it.

I am hoping to come up with some theories about their mv’s….in my next update..

PS…exo’s kokobop is just LIT!!!😋😍

Signal… Received….

Daebak!!!…this is the only word that describes this drama. It kept me so on edge even after its end. The suspense along with different timeline potrayal was the bomb. The cast was superb too. Both luteanant park hae young and detective lee jae han become our heroes in two timelines and their connection….a radio.

We cannot forget detective cha soo hyun and her perceptive skills. She is determined and partners well with park hae young. 

The timeline is the most important plot. Though we know that we should not mess with time or change the past in anyway but it would be pointless not to change it if its for a cause. The drama is definitely a legend. After I finished I was so sad. I tried to find dramas like this but only found Tunnel…yet it didn’t have the same pacing and urgency as signal. Still I am watching it right now to ease my helpless spirit after finishing signal. 

Of course not only the story and the plot but our real lee jae han’s cuteness cannot be ignored. His smile and eccentricity was the highlight of the show.

There is a slight touch of romance and humour that takes the edge of from the suspense but does not completely take the focus off from the real problem.

Then there are the killers and suspects. They too are so handsome its criminal. I would like to see them as a lead in other dramas. 

Overall the drama is an epic. Each episode is movie worthy and keeps you glued to the screen. Usually I skim some parts while watching dramas but with this I didnt even realize I had finished the episode without skimming. 

There is scope for a second season but we know those are very rare in korean dramas. I hope that there is because the last episode left us hanging all right. 

Anyways this one will take a long time to get over….

Is a smile so alluring?!😉😉

I decided to watch a chinese drama. It was my first cdrama. I don’t regret watching it. Its so cute. The actors have great chemistry. Yang yang has become my favourite c-actor. 

A smile is alluring or love o20… Is a unique drama with a whole new concept. 

The whole theme is based on a video game. I like the theme the most. And the chemistry between the actors is amazing. I especially like their relationship. They trust and love one another so much..the comedy is not amiss in this one either. They have a great plot down pat. 

Also who can forget the sweet friends of wei wei…their friendship is strong and their antics is fun to watch.

Of course who can forget the cute bromance between xiao nai and his friends…his friends really lift anyone’s mood. Wei wei is lucky to have such cute and funny brother in-law​s…

In my opinion its a hit. The misunderstandings don’t last long and even the villains are cute and realize they can’t get between the main couple. Of course xiao nai’s trust and love is the highlight. Avoiding the fact that he fell in love with her fingers ( wtf!!!).

So if you haven’t watched this one…you really are missing out….

Goblin review…😎😎

*SPOILER ALERT*..it contains spoilers so anyone who hasn’t watched it and wants to watch it.. Don’t read it…but if you’re okay with it…please continue…

This is one of my favourite kdramas of all time. Not only because of the Amazing cast ( especially my gong yoo oppa) but also the production, direction and the effects that were done so well that you can’t help but stare at the scenes and its perfection.( I sometimes tear up at the beautiful scenes… Especially the scene with goblin and grim reaper coming to save eun tak…I got goosebumps..) The special effects were the best. And the ost’s…I have no words..it has started growing on me….I listen to it everyday before going to sleep…I am that pathetic…

  The characters were beautifully potrayed by the cast. Gong yoo stole the limelight. His acting abilities are exceptional​. After watching ‘Train to busan’, I am his huge fan ( diehard fan). Whenever I see him, I remember the heart wrenching scene of ‘train to busan’ and I tear up..( my mom keeps asking if there is something wrong?!!!..)

( Of course, gong yoo oppa is the big factor why I watched this drama…his coffee prince was also a great one. For me, my ideal type is gong yoo oppa. I know he is 37 and old!! But I don’t care…he is the one!!!..)

   The bromance between goblin and grim reaper is very funny and cute. Enemies in past life, wang yeo and kim shin find friendship in each other. ( Though they do go through a rough patch when the truth is out).

 The character of ji eun tak was also refreshing and sweet. The girl can act for sure. Her crying feels real and even wells up emotion in others watching. Her antics as a teenager are really amusing to watch. The goblin couple’s bickering is also fun to watch.( Always ends up getting awkward!!…. Remember ” your boyfriend is here”… Their expression was a classic ..)

  Then there is the clueless sunny. She is just like her name suggests..cool as a cucumber. She is just like a sister to ji eun tak. Her relationship with the grim reaper is a constant up and down…

 And of course, who could forget the cute and funny yu deok hwa. His antics are really funny and he almost always ends up in trouble with his “uncles”…

  All in all, the whole drama is a masterpiece in itself. If you ask me as a fangirl, I would probably say I want a second season. But we all know those are very rare in korean dramas.( thank god….if it became like hindi serials..I would probably die..) personally, I think the drama is complete in itself and doesn’t need a second season. The last episode closed the deal. All the questions are answered and we get our happy ending. In the end, that’s all that matters…

                       —-THE END—

Beyond imagination…

Yesterday I was procrastinating whether to watch the movie “he loves me, he loves me not”…. I ended up watching it anyway.

As a literature student, we have to watch all kinds of movies and read all kinds of books… It was recommended by my teacher as it is related to our syllabus…anyways, finally I watched it. 

Its a French movie. At first I thought (excitedly) that it was another rom-com..but I was wrong on so many levels.. this is one hell of a creepy movie I have ever watched. 

There is a girl who is suffering from severe erotomania ( a psychological disorder that makes her think that the guy is in love with her…. Note: the guy is already married to a girl he “actually” loves) the whole point of the movie was to reveal  her illness…that is the “twist” in the movie. But what fascinated me was the last scene….you should watch it to understand. 

Anyways the whole thing made me introspective…There all kinds of love..and this one bordered (maybe even crossed it!!) On both possessive and obsessive..

At first we sympathize with the girl as she yearns for the guy’s love but then we realize the shocking truth of the circumstances….

Its worth the watch..even though its creepy to watch her, we somehow get intersted in the plot and its progress..the mystery reveals itself throughout the movie…

This is an example of a movie that looks at both sides of the story and does not leave us hanging…

Her imagination that he loves her makes her seem really crazy…. She believes her fantasies as real…anyways you have to watch it to understand….and the last scene is an epic one…

My top 10…..revealed

So…I am no bookworm like you think, I also watch TV a lot and when I say a lot…..I mean a LOT….

I watch all kinds of tv shows such as English sitcoms to Korean drama…So today I wanted to make a list of my fav and why they are so….

So first of all let me warn you…When I say my fav….It’s always the latest thing I am watching. I know it’s stupid but that’s how I am….So let me start.

10. F. R. I. E. N. D. S

It’s one of my fav…Hilarious and at the same time makes you want them as your friends. This show is a winner….I rewatched all the episodes and I still don’t get bored..

9. Sherlock

It’s one of the shows that keeps me on edge…Mystery…And hilarious….The most amazing thing about this show is the bromance between Sherlock and Watson….

8. Boys over flowers

It’s my very first Korean drama….It brought me into the world of kdrama..It’s your typical cliche teenage boy girl fight which eventually leads to romance…But still you never get enough of those…

7. Coffee prince

 I literally like this just because of gong yoo…..He’s the bestest of the best…After his train to busan…I immediately jumped to his dramas and I found this treasure….What I have noticed is that gender bender is like a trend in Korean dramas…They seem to crave it…Anyways this gender bender is a masterpiece in itself…

6. To the beautiful you

It’s another gender bender…So much for trend…I got sucked into it too…I also watched this due to the minho-sulli pairing…..It’s hilarious and sweet…

5. Scrubs

It’s also one of my fav….It’s funny and sweet…. Especially funny….It’s a medical drama…JD’s antics really funny and I can totally relate to his fantasies…I am always in a dream world…

4. Descendents of the sun

It’s one of the best kdrama…..I liked the theme much more than the plot….A soldier and a doctor….Their romantic hardships really is a unique theme….

3. Healer

This is my epic fav….I love their chemistry….Ji Chang wook is so cute….And the plot keeps us on the edge….It’s hard to get over…

2. Goblin

Another masterpiece of gong yoo….But what I really liked about this drama is the graphics and the cinematography…The production is amazing….And of course who can overlook the cute bromance and hilarious interactions between them…

1. Strong woman do bong soon

Now…I already told you…My fav is always the latest one I am watching….It might change later when I watch something else….But this one is a laugh….It also touches on the topic of feminism….The atrocities against women and gender equality…..It’s become a phenomenon….

So these are my fav tv shows…..Up till now anyway….

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A little obsession….

So I guess I already told you I am an open book. So I am going to let you in on a secret. I have an obsession.

That being…….reading books. But not any books, mainly fiction….romance much preferred. Comedy is a plus. When I get a book, I can’t put it down until its finished. I don’t know if its bad or good. As a literature student I am required to read books…but the thing is, classics really don’t interest me.

I read online….buy books,even make a collection. Now, it goes without saying…my favourite book of all time…..a book that anyone can approve of…..Harry potter series…its my very first book…I started reading it when I was 9 years old. When I was 11, I was eagerly waiting for the 6th book. Those where the days….

I am also a writer. But let me make another confession. I wanted to finish a novel. I had many ideas. I even started writing but always….always….something comes up….I lose track of the plot….I mix it up with something I have read….or I just slack off. I have so many plots written out but not completed (I even got yelled at for wasting paper!!!…as if!!…Later when I become a writer they would see…) Of course… Whenever I tell someone I want to be a writer, they just laugh it off..they say “it all comes down to talent” ….we will see who’s laughing in the end. Well, they are not wrong. It does come down to talent…a talent for writing….

Well only time can tell if my little obsession can lead me somewhere…if at all….anywhere….