Went kinda ... offline for a while.

But what goes comes back around (well... if its really meant to be).

I joined an office. My first. I had many apprehensions but now all have been settled at rest.

There is a great culture going around here, and it is worth mentioning. Celebrations are a big deal here. ''Small or large, the idea is to celebrate things to stay motivated'', says my desk neighbour.

        Also once every couple of months the company celebrates all the by gone birthdays. The CEO, HODs and General Managers attend this event. A large cake is cut. Haldiram snack boxes are distributed to the former birthday boys and girls. The birthday boys and girls have to do something to entertain the rest. Those confident enough sing, others can get away with a joke or can simply smile and enjoy the performance of others!

Finally a gift is given to the birthday boys and gals. All this is done at the company's expense !!

Now this is a practise worth remembering and duplicating. It creates a feeling of belongingness and oneness within the organization. One does looks forward to celebrate. Every one gets to live their birthday- a day when they feel extra special - twice !!

LESSON: Celebrate the smallest joys in life ! It gives one the skill to appreciate the good one already has leading to a more grateful and contented life. And it also motivates one to be, do, achieve better.