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    Home » Events Hosted » Memories the Essence of Life ~ Best of 2009!

    Memories the Essence of Life ~ Best of 2009!

    Published: Dec 31, 2009 · Modified: Sep 24, 2016 by Srivalli · 15 Comments

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    Memories are like shades that we walk under,
    from the scorching sun or pouring rain,
    you always have something over your head
    to keep you going....
    The best part of 2009 on personal has been that, I have started recording my thoughts and emotions that hit me at the most unexpected moment! I really wish at those times that I had recorder that can record the thoughts that flow..but then again..
    When 2009 started I was full of hopes that this year would see the light of my cookbook. Somehow it was to happen in 2010. I was happy that I was atleast able to release a smaller version in eBook format that gave me hopes of a good on in happening.
    Though the year has been the fastest one ever to be remembered, it brought along many moments to cherish and celebrate. My parents came back to India, we celebrated our 10th anniversary, I got a nephew and my boys got their admission in a school nearby. So many highlights on the personal front.
    On the blogging front, I was able to write about Diabetes with Dad's help. celebrated the first year of Spice your Life. I am hoping that blog will get more patronage than this one. I am sure it will take off in the new year. I have many plans for it still. But of course, the best part was starting the Indian Cooking Challenge, which has over 100 members and all of us learn to cook traditional Indian dishes!I started the year with My Legume Love affair and ending it with the same event.

    Then I talked about Menu planning and I had a planner up which many readers asked for and said it was useful for them.

    The year was active with quite a few events being held. After My Legume Love affair, it was Meeta's MM, then my own Melas of Mango and Sweets!

    With Sia saying she wanted contribution to a blog that would talk beyond everything on Indian Cuisine, we came about a group Blog called Beyond Curries.

    Then I had one of a kind experience by cooking for over 100 ppl along with my colleagues for my office anniversary celebration. It was beyond words to explain what we shared.

    When once it was an easy task, now turned into an impossible situation. That is cooking, clicking, and posting on the same day. But I managed somehow with the Navratri Celebrations.

    Though I would have wanted to do more posts, I found myself cooking our regular and repeated stuff on daily basis. So my plans include making new ones coming year.

    On a personal level, I have more projects thought out for myself. I will be talking about them of course!

    When I sit back to think on what and how I have progressed in thought process, the most significant one would be that I started thinking more positively about everything. Memories seem to be the most prominent of all. Like a sponge sucking everything, my mind seem to gasp whatever that comes up. I know it's the right way. Will write about it more in detail.

    With this and the thoughts that my project takes wings soon, I take leave. I sincerely thank all my readers who have supported my dreams and make this space very dear to me. I hope I can continue receiving it in coming years too.

    Traditions are what makes this life more meaningful. I hope with this a new one is formed.

    I wish all my readers and friends a very happy New Year

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    Comments

    1. notyet100 says

      December 31, 2009 at 5:16 pm

      wish u happy new yr 2010...;-)

      Reply
    2. Jaya says

      December 31, 2009 at 6:45 pm

      wishing you and your lovely family a very happy new year ..
      hugs and smiles

      Reply
    3. Susan says

      December 31, 2009 at 9:31 pm

      Happy New Year, dear Srivalli! A lovely post. I'm quite chuffed that you included your 2009 MLLA hosting stints. Thanks so much for helping to make it an enduring event.

      Now, I must get moving on my post for you. If only it was the last thing I have to do in 2009! ; }

      Reply
    4. Red Chillies says

      December 31, 2009 at 9:57 pm

      I don't know how you manage to do all this cookbook, multiple blogs, kids, work, events etc et. Are you sure you don't have a twin/clone ?? 🙂

      Warm wishes for a Happy New Year to you and your family Srivalli.

      Reply
    5. ruchikacooks says

      December 31, 2009 at 8:28 pm

      wonderful way to look back..The best of 2009.

      Wishing you and you family a very happy new year.

      Reply
    6. Silpa says

      January 01, 2010 at 2:02 am

      Happy New Year!!!!

      Reply
    7. Siri says

      January 01, 2010 at 3:24 am

      Dear Valli,

      Wishing you and your family a very Happy and Joyous 2010.

      Cheers,
      Siri

      Reply
    8. Sushma Mallya says

      January 01, 2010 at 4:03 am

      Hi srivalli, wish u & your family a very happy & a prosperous new year

      Reply
    9. Kamini says

      January 01, 2010 at 3:35 am

      Happy New Year to you, your family and all your readers!

      Reply
    10. Jennifer says

      January 01, 2010 at 1:33 pm

      Nice, Srivalli.

      You have accomplished so much! Pat yourself on the back. With this momentum, you can do your cookbook!!

      Reply
    11. Cham says

      January 01, 2010 at 6:48 pm

      Wishing You and Your Family a Happy New Year 2010, Dear Valli!

      Reply
    12. pelicano says

      January 02, 2010 at 9:10 am

      That was a very nice composition; i hope that all of your dreams do come true this year, or soon after!

      Reply
    13. Priya says

      January 02, 2010 at 1:35 pm

      Wishing you and your family a beautiful and prosperous new year Srivalli..

      Reply
    14. Cynthia says

      January 02, 2010 at 3:58 pm

      Happy New Year!

      Reply
    15. lata raja says

      January 03, 2010 at 6:19 am

      That was beautifully summed up. Great going. Having known you through your blogs and finally the few hours of interaction, i am confident all your plans for the coming years will be a success. I can add some best wishes and prayers for your success. Hope the cook book is still topping the agenda.

      Reply

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