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Srininomics: July 2014
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Sunday, July 27, 2014. Am lucky to have met a few really good language teachers during my school and college days in India. My good luck streak continues at having found a great teacher for conversational Samskritam here in Canada. She volunteers for an organization called Samskrita Bharati, which has branches all over the world, and particularly big branches in the USA.
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Srininomics: June 2012
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Tuesday, June 26, 2012. Carrot Jalapeno Pav Bhaaji. Carrot Jalapeno Pav Bhaji. 3 - 4 Adults. Serve with bread, pav, rotis or pitas. Traditionally, this is served with pav (a kind of Indian puffed bread) which is dabbed with butter and heated. 2 medium onions, sliced / cubed. 3 medium carrots - skinned, boiled and mashed. 1 large potato - skinned, boiled and mashed. Add onion...
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Srininomics: August 2014
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Wednesday, August 06, 2014. Finally, after a long penance, the three brothers were about to get their just rewards from Lord Brahma. Finally, He would finally surpass all the devas, and come to be known as the greatest asura. With swirling excitement, and a barely suppressed chuckle, Kumbhakarna asked for, and was blessed with. "long sleep" *. Links to this post. Journey thr...
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Srininomics: Mambazha Pachadi
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Monday, July 21, 2014. So, here goes. 3 - 4 Adults. Serve with steamed rice and papad/thoran/poriyal . Fresh (or frozen) ripe mangoes. Oil (Coconut oil for a more authentic taste). Red chillies - whole. Dried tamarind powder (optional). Boil the mangoes with turmeric, red chilli powder and a bit of salt till they are soft. Add coriander leaves and salt to taste, if required&...
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Srininomics: Karuniso Ranga!
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Tuesday, July 15, 2014. According to tradition, Pundaradasa. Speaks about his regret at having wasted 30 years of his life by not getting to know the grace of Hari before ( yauvana dali shri hari pada nambade,. Muvvaththu varusha mOhAbdiyalli biddu. By not believing in Hari during my youth, I have spent/ wasted 30 years of my life, wallowing in ignorance. Shuka maharishi was...
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Srininomics: May 2012
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Tuesday, May 29, 2012. Book Review - Siddhartha by Herman Hesse. My rating: 3 of 5 stars. This is a simple, powerful tale with some deep allegories and symbolism built into the story line. I liked this tale, but didn't really love it.and would rate it at 3 stars. View all my reviews. Links to this post. Tuesday, May 08, 2012. 3 - 4 Adults. 2 cup soya nuggets. 1 tbsp coriande...
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Srininomics: October 2012
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Thursday, October 25, 2012. Movie Review - The Whale Rider. Movie : Whale Rider. Director : Niki Caro. Stars : Keisha Castle-Hughes. For her role, Keisha was nominated for the best actress oscar awar during the 76th academy awards. Becoming the youngest actress ever (at the age of 13), to be so nominated. My Rating : 5 out of 5 stars. Porourangi (Pai's father) is heartbroken...
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Srininomics: April 2013
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Tuesday, April 16, 2013. Lemon Avocado Frozen Yoghurt. Lemon Avocado Frozen Yoghurt. This particular preparation combines avocado, lemon, sweet yoghurt and milk and a has a creamy-tangy-sweet flavour. This can be a really good dessert for those hot summer afternoons. I hope you like it too. The measures below prepare approximately 8-10 scoops of frozen yoghurt. Salt - 2 tbsp.
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Srininomics: July 2012
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Tuesday, July 31, 2012. Book Review - Animal Farm by George Orwell. My rating: 4 of 5 stars. An all time classic. Satire at its best.Some of the events made me wonder whether the reference was really just to Communist "Comrades" or was this also a prediction about what would happen in post freedom democratic India. View all my reviews. Links to this post. 3 - 4 Adults. Once ...
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Srininomics: June 2014
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A study/analysis/discussion of various random topics under the sun (and over and above it) that pop into my mind from time to time. Monday, June 30, 2014. Book Review - 1984 by George Orwell. My rating: 4 of 5 stars. I read this a few months ago,.although have gotten to posting a review only now. This is easily the best dystopian novel that I have read till date. No wonder this book is so famous. It REALLY makes you think. View all my reviews. Links to this post. Sunday, June 29, 2014. Today, this weekend.