10 Best Moments from F.R.I.E.N.D.S

If F.R.I.E.N.D.S was to be defined in a single sentence, it would be this: the show that gave us 10 years of awesomeness.

Every episode, every scene, every character, every relationship and every single second of this show was wrapped with crazy fun and impeccable humour. While it is nearly impossible to pen down the most special or amazing episode of the show that lasted a decade, here are 10 of the gazillion moments that will surely stay in our hearts forever:

     1.     “He’s her lobster!”

Since the beginning of the show, we saw Ross pining after Rachel. But be it Italian guys or Chinese-looking Americans, something or the other always got in the way. So, when these two cuties finally got together, the whole world cheered. Who doesn’t remember the Lobster theory, right?

    2.     Monica teaching Chandler the 7 erogenous zones

The day Monica gave the “erogenous zones tutorial” to Chandler, and did the whole world a favour.

    3.     When Monica and Rachel lost their apartment

Nobody could have predicted that what started as a simple bet would lead to Monica and Rachel losing their apartment to Joey and Chandler. This was undoubtedly one of the most epic episodes ever!

    4.     When Phoebe got pregnant

Another epic thing that happened in this episode? Phoebe got pregnant, with her brother’s child!

    5.     When Ross said “Rachel” at the wedding

We all hated Emily, didn’t we? After rooting for Rachel and Ross for 4 whole seasons, it killed all us fans to see Ross making such a terrible decision. But then Ross’s “I, take thee Rachel” restored our faith in this adorable couple once again. 

   6.     Joey’s reaction to Chandler and Monica’s affair

Monica and Chandler shocked everyone when they started dating. And though all the group members had crazy reactions to their affair, Joey’s perhaps was the best. We could totally feel the torture you went through, Joey; it was difficult for EVERYONE to keep this big secret to themselves!

   7.     When Monica proposed Chandler

This will probably be remembered as one of the most beautiful and emotional scenes of all time. After a hell lot of chaos, when Monica actually got down on her knees, and Chandler followed suit, that proposal absolutely won our hearts. We wept and smiled and danced, because Mondler just deserved to be together.

   8.     When Rachel had Emma

Apart from Ross’s hilarious reaction to Rachel’s pregnancy, these two had an adventurous baby ride. And when little Emma was finally born after 47 hours of labour, it had us all in tears. Like Monica said, we were all happy that Ross and Rachel got drunk and had sex!

   9.     “I got off the plane!”

10 seasons. That’s how long it took for Ross and Rachel to realise that they were indeed meant to be. After a decade of dating, break-up, a drunk marriage, a baby and several other crazy adventures later, when this couple was united in the very last episode of the show, the universe jumped and breathed a sigh of relief.

   10.    The Last One

This episode. The last scene; when you look around and realise you’re never going to see it all again: Monica’s apartment, The Coffee House, the fun, the laughter and most importantly, the friendships. But the beauty of this show is that just when you feel it’s all over, you can always go back to the first page and start the journey all over again. 

Yes, it broke our hearts to say goodbye to these 6 people who’d been a part of our lives for a whole decade. But we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect finale. We couldn’t have asked for a better show. 

Advance Happy Friendship Day, everyone! :)

Loads of love,
Creative Insanity. 

A Letter to My Dad

Dearest Papa,

                      

                     Your little girl is growing up, and she needs you now more than ever.

When I look around, I see a world full of people who don’t care who you are or how you are. Amidst this crowd of nonchalant people, I see you; a bright, warm face smiling at me. And along with it I see a heart that’s overflowing with unconditional love for me.

You’re the only one I want to see.

The face that woke me up with sweet, morning kisses during the summer, the face that tried to teach me to ride a bike, the face that rescued me when I was nearly drowning in the pool, the face that saved me from bullies, the face that covered me with a blanket when I was cold, and kissed me goodnight. It was you, all you.

Do you remember those Thursday afternoons when you used to pick me up from school after the extra classes? That was fun, wasn't it? Waiting to see you after hours of boring lectures and running towards the car after spotting you. You would play old Hindi film songs and we would laugh and sing along.

You taught me to love books. I’ll forever be thankful to you for that. You brought me my first fairy tale, and I still have it. It’ll always be one of my most priceless possessions. I remember you bringing me fresh, beautiful copies of the Harry Potter books as soon as they released. You gifted me a world of magic. You gifted me imagination. It’s cause of you that I believe in miracles.

I was pretty terrible at Maths ever since childhood, until you taught me how those numbers worked. Those trigonometry quizzes were fun, weren't they? Thank you for understanding when my grades were low. Thank you for rewarding me when you thought I made you proud. Thank you for admonishing me. Thank you for defending me.

You never understood Harry Potter much, but you still came with me to all the movies. Because you knew how much it mattered to me. How many times did you sacrifice your own happiness just to make me smile? I've actually lost count. 
Oh, the numerous times I've rolled on the floor laughing at your out-of-the-world jokes. You really were and will always be the life of every party. How do you manage to be so charming? :*

Also, HOW will I ever find someone as funny as you?! Actually no, that’s not the question. The question is, will I EVER find someone who is even half as brilliant as you? No. Not possible. Nah-ah. Because the challenge isn't to find someone who is like you, the challenge is to find someone who will love me as much as you do. I’m asking for a modern day miracle, aren't I?

I remember racing you in the rain. I remember watching almost every Cricket match together and cheering at the top of our voices. (Of course the cricket mania comes from you! It’s in my blood. :D) I remember the summers and the photographs. I remember the times you hugged me gently and calmed my nerves. I remember it all. I hope you remember them too.

You taught me to be brave and follow my dreams, and it’s all been working out great for me. You’re my guide, my shrink and my guru, and will always be.

But Papa, the world isn't as good as you. There are monsters in fiction and in reality too.

I need you to hold my hand, Papa. I need you to guide me through.

I know you will. You always do.

Your little princess is growing up. But she will always need you.

Stay happy, stay young and stay awesome.

I love you, Papa. I love you more than words. I love you more than stories. I love you more every day. <3

Yours crazily,

Me.  

Happiness is.

“Happiness is.” Must have seen that page on Facebook, haven’t you? It lists the various things that bring you happiness. That’s because it’s not one single thing. Happiness can’t be caged. It can’t be defined. Its different parts of the same movie, tiny pieces of one delicious chocolate, fragments of one big spell.  

Happiness is watching your favorite show sitting on the comfy couch of your home.

Happiness is going to receive your little sis at the airport and seeing her smiling face after four months.

Happiness is re-reading your most loved childhood book and remembering the day your dad gifted it to you.

Happiness is laughing at the silly poems you wrote during your teenage years.

Happiness is sitting with your old friends and reminiscing all the fun you had breaking test tubes in the chemistry lab back in school.

Happiness is seeing your mom get all excited about cooking your most favourite meal.

Happiness is visiting the bookstore you’ve loved since forever and seeing that it’s still as amazing as always.

Happiness is going on a long drive with your parents and watching the golden sunlight bring dawn to the city you’ve grown up in.

Happiness is having someone to assure you that everything is gonna be alright.

Happiness is knowing you have so much to be thankful for.

Happiness is…this. All of this. Everything.

Happiness is infinity.

:)

Maa, tum kaisi ho?

Mother’s Day has come and gone. And apparently we all did our duties as a child by dedicating sweet statuses to our moms on Facebook or posting pictures on Instagram. What did I do? Well, I kinda did the same thing. Except, I did it with all my heart. If you all did the same, then high fives to all of you

But Mother’s Day is sort of like Valentine’s Day, where we suddenly decide to display all our love for someone so special, for just 24 hours. But then what? What comes after that? What happens when the clock strikes 12, and that day gets over? Do we still treat our moms with the same amount of love and royalty? Do we still surprise her with little gifts or click photographs with her just cause we feel like it?

I have always been very close to my mom. And by close I mean really, REALLY close. She’s my best friend, my fairy godmother and my savior, all wrapped into one. She’s the one I go to when I’m upset, she’s the one I call when I have something happy to share, she’s the one who gives me the best advice, she’s the one who gives me the strength to go on. In short, she’s my lifeline. I love her unconditionally, yes. But just because she’s a perfect mom, it doesn’t mean that I’m a perfect daughter. Hell no. In fact, I’m far from it. At times I underestimate her, behave terribly with her, and say stuff I’m not supposed to... Basically, I do things that she never does to me. Of course I feel guilty about it later, and when I go to her with my watery eyes and puppy face, she hugs me tight and forgives me. Maybe cause that’s what is expected of moms; compassion, forgiveness and kindness. But have you ever thought what your mother expects from you? True that being the epitome of selflessness that she is, we never really think that she might need anything, but what we forget is that at the end of the day she IS a human being and she, like everyone else, has certain dreams and expectations.

After cleaning up your messes all her life, can’t you atleast thank her by covering her with a blanket so that she’s not cold?

After spending sleepless nights looking after you, can’t you just have a chat with her and make her laugh?

After throwing countless tantrums for every silly thing, can’t you, for once, ask her if she wants something for a change?

While you are at a pub dancing to loud music or boozing your lungs away, she is probably tidying up your room while crying because you shouted at her for the food being “not what you wanted”.  

Don’t do that to her. Don’t yell at her for your mistakes. Don’t make her cry. Don’t make her feel guilty about something she hasn’t even done.

She has been there for you your whole life and will always be there whenever you need her, so atleast be a little grateful for that. Cause everyone will come and go, but your mom will always be there right beside you, ready to fight for you against the world.

She doesn’t need your thank you, she just needs a hug.

She doesn’t want pricey gifts, she just wants some respect.

She doesn’t want a trip to Europe, she just wants you to sit beside her for some time and talk to her, share with her, listen to her. To just, be with her.

You love your mom, of course you do, so tell her that. Show her you love her. Take her out to lunch and treat her with her favourite cuisine. Go out for a movie. Go to the spa. Go shopping. Giggle like teenagers while taking trips down the memory lane. Remind her that you’re still her little kid and that you’ll always need her. But also let her know that you’ll be there for her when her eyesight goes a weak or when she can no longer remember things that easily. Hug her tight. Rest your head on her lap. You'll find peace. Tell her you’re sorry. She’ll forgive you. You know why? Because she understands you. Like no one else ever can. Because deep down she knows that you’ll always come back to her when you’re lost, and she’ll always hold your hand and show you the way back. She always has, and she always will.

Go to your mom and tell her you love her. It’s never too late and it’s never too much. I’ll do it too. :) 

Hello Summer!

Sitting in my childhood room, sipping my ‘Maa ke haath ki chai’ as the golden sunlight peeps in through the soft curtains, I can safely say that Home is definitely the best place to be!

Yes, I’m finally home. Got here a few days back after what seemed like an eternity of terrible winter, abominable examinations and crippling loneliness. The day my exams got over, I gave myself a little gift by treating my tummy with some real food and making my dad’s credit card see the light of the day. It was fun, spending time with myself. But I’d been doing a lot of it lately. So, I got back home and packed my suitcase with everything I needed for the summer that awaited me in my homeland. Along with all the yellows, blacks and reds, I also packed away my solitude, promising to pull it out whenever I needed it; because right now what I needed was Home, Family and Warmth. And that’s exactly what I got when I landed in my Arabland after 4 frikkin long months. The bright, smiling faces of my parents swept away the little bit of tiredness that had crept inside me and replaced it with a sense of belongingness, for I was finally where I wanted to be the most.

Now it’s time to soak in all the awesomeness of this beautiful city: scrumptious food, tempting malls, the calm sea and above all, the peace. The heart-warming peace.

This summer is definitely gonna be extra fun and sunny.

That’s all for now. I gotta go pig out on the delicious Shawarma that’s awaiting my bite.

Ma'a as-salamah, habibis.

Lots of love,

Creative Insanity.