Well I do realize that it has been quite sometime that I have shared anything with all. Maybe because I didn't have anything good to share or maybe I had someone I can share things with or maybe also because it was never very interesting. Whatever be the reason, I have every reason to be here and share something good and exciting with you all. Something which actually happened with me, something so real that I feel special.
So I have been traveling quite a lot back and forth and was never really all excited about the journey because inevitably either I would be dumped beside snoring uncles, loud speaker aunties, crazy nasty kids. So as always I prefer my own company or I rest my eyes. But this time something happened, it maybe small for you but for me something happened and now I believe in miracles again, and I believe that I too am special, no need to be special for others but for myself too. Here I narrate the day.
6th Feb 2016, I am all set to board my flight from Bengaluru Airport. Doing the late EST hour shift, I decided to skip on my sleep and also I was yet to pack for the coming week. With the sleepy eyes I managed to catch hold of season 4 episode 1 of Walking Dead which did not leave much impression on me. So anyways I was ready and since last night in office people had complimented so much about the newly acquired electric blue jacket, I decided to wear the same for the journey. The journey towards the airport was unimpressive. It was short (for a change) and I reached well before I could have anticipated. This of course was a good thing keeping in mind the long queues we have to stand and wait for the boarding and baggage. But I gave that a miss and went for Self Check in and also helped a couple of the travelers with the same, nothing much to boost about but it always feels nice to help the people around you. While waiting in the self check in queue, I noticed a huge queue of guys running towards boarding and all wearing the same tees. The first thought which came to my mind was that college students maybe going for a match. But then I noticed that many stickers on their baggage claiming - Delhi Dabbangs. So here was my big celebrity moment of getting to see the Pro-kabbadi Team - Delhi Dabbangs. And you know how much I am biased towards the city. At once my heart felt happy but then I thought maybe the guys are travelling home. In my mind I gave them my good wishes, obviously I was ignorant of their disastrous performance this series as I am not a kabbadi fan at all. But somewhere I thought someday I will indeed watch them play. So after finishing the check-in I rushed towards security from the escalator right on the left corner because I knew it is closest for ladies security check. As I rushed (you do know how fast I walk when alone) I noticed from the corner of my eyes that some of the Dabbangs guys were waiting and sitting in the couch and as I ran across them this one particular guy stood up and was staring at me. The stupid that I am, I can never assume that anyone can even bother to notice me, I ran away and made my way towards the security. But I did make a phone call home and let mom know of the celebrities I just passed across.
Since I was way to early, I made my way and sat near the gate from where we were supposed to board the flight. Met a Bengali family as always and helped the realize that boarding is going on for a different flight and ours will be the next one. But not liking the view of the place I was sitting at and moreover with the intention of boarding the flight first, I inevitably changed my seat to something absolutely near. I seriously wanted to be the first to board. Then something happened. I noticed the place I was sitting at and there was the Dabbang guys sitting and chit chatting. I noticed a couple of them and saw a few whom I found attractive. I was still under the impression that they are traveling back home. I noticed people jumping around them, clicking pictures, shaking hands and so on. A celebrity feeling indeed. I felt happy for the boys, life has offered them with an opportunity to enjoy one of the blessings which so many die for. Then I also noticed a guy with mustache being taken around here and there for the pictures. I did feel a little sorry for him, and realized how greedy with people are, trying to rub off the success of others and end up hurting them. Among them I noticed a comparatively good looking guy, smart eyes, strong build and a decent height. He had earphones plugged in and was strolling around. And you know what I thought he looked at me and smiled a couple of times. But as always since I am never sure, I did not return his advances, then was he actually interested in me when I was in Bangalore airport among-st a crowd of good looking females. I obviously thought NOT. So anyways I was glued to my seat looking here and there , checking the people who were taking pictures of the guys and at times I would end up laughing looking at how weird people behaved around them. And you know he caught me laughing once and as if out of habit, smiled right back at me. I could feel the warmth of that smile, but then typical Tripti, it can never be for me so I proactively look around to see if anyone smiled at him. And believe me there was none and so I turned my gaze directly at him and he smiled at me again. Shaking my head I turned towards the clock realizing boarding is already 10 minutes late and these buggers haven't done anything about it. That very minute I realized sleep taking over me and automatically my eyes were shut for a couple of minutes. I realized I am gone and I may end up missing the flight. I fought back the feeling and stood up and called Dad. He suggested I should take a stroll around just to be awake. I called a friend but he was too sleepy to give me a company. So following dad's advise I stood up, kept my bag down and started walking here and there waiting for the boarding to start. And to add to my misery as soon as they announce boarding they also announce that only seats 20-30 should board first. My shit luck, I was in seat 4E. Well the seat too has a story. While doing the self check-in, I wanted to select an aisle seat but my good luck I had the option of either 4E or 27 E. So I was like why take the back seat, front will be comfortable and easily accessible. On finally boarding the flight, I realized so many of the seats were vacant and I was surprised because it has been long that I have got vacant seats in a flight. This made me happy. For your information I was seated in the middle with an uncle on one side and an Aunty on the other. No good looking guy as always and so it was the right time for me to shut my eyes and fall asleep. Also for this journey I had already saved quite a number of Saturday Night Live episodes just in case to keep me entertained. But then someone entered and I was in complete shock. He was wearing the same electric blue jersey as my jacket and he was from the Pro-Kabbadi team - Delhi Dabbangs. My jaw half opened and I was like are these guys flying too with us. Then slowly the entire team started coming in. There were those guys whom I was staring at, then the second coach who was staring at me and finally entered the guy who had smiled at me. And my good luck or bad he sat behind me diagonally and I could feel his eyes constantly at me. And every time I turn I notice some guy or the other staring. Well I know had it been any other girl in my place, she would definitely be excited and feel overwhelmed but I, the great Tripti felt AWKWARD and UNCOMFORTABLE. Also I knew my plans to sleep in the flight were down to ditches.
So the flight started and suddenly I feel a tap on my left shoulder and the next question I hear is - Kolkata mein dekhne layak jagah kaun kaunsi hai. The brown eyes directly looked into my eyes and spoke to me. And I was like, shit why me. That of course I didn't say to him but I thought to myself. And me like a dumb said nothing at first then said Victoria Memorial, a church (forgot the name obviously), Ganga Ghat and that's about it. Then he asked how long will I be in Kolkata and where I am from and what I do, etc etc etc. Well obviously I was flattered by the attention and was on the top of the world, literally too cause I was flying as well. Then had a little chit chat with him.
Then the uncle beside me also started talking with me. And he said something which only a heart of a romantic or an English major would understand. He said Carpe diem - seize the moment. And added at times getting out from your everyday routine, meeting new people can refresh your mind and can help you gaze at things in a better perspective. He said let go of yourself and talk to these chaps, you can always get a free ticket to the game and end up uploading so many pictures on FB.
For a change I did let go. I spoke to them. I interacted and even exchanged numbers. I smiled at them, laughed with them, even sang with them. Believe it was too much fun. But I didn't click any pictures, maybe out of the fear that I would hate my mundane life here forth or because I hardly had time to even look into my cellphone. We all know when a guy is too friendly with a girl, he may have some hidden motive or agenda. But for me it was an opportunity for a lifetime, to see how guys who can't speak proper English have achieved so much. There was so much to learn from this chance interaction for me. They taught me self respect, confidence, Independence, they made me realize there is nothing to be ashamed of even when we don't know English. They made me laugh, they made me smile and most of all they made me realize what life is. I know the team isn't doing too good but Delhi Dabbangs you all will hold a special position in my life always. Keep rocking boys.
A Memorable Flight indeed. You know this entire journey has sketched in my mind and I can always go back to the happy place. Well at times people do check me out, I too can feel special and I too can feel the magic in me and around me.
Lastly, I would like to thank the Almighty, my sweet Bhagwanji for being there for me, for ensuring I smile each day I wake up, for the strength which keeps me charged up and motivated always. This is all for You, I hope You enjoy when You see me. Love You always!!!!
Signing out for now and not to forget - an advance Happy birthday to me...!!!
So I have been traveling quite a lot back and forth and was never really all excited about the journey because inevitably either I would be dumped beside snoring uncles, loud speaker aunties, crazy nasty kids. So as always I prefer my own company or I rest my eyes. But this time something happened, it maybe small for you but for me something happened and now I believe in miracles again, and I believe that I too am special, no need to be special for others but for myself too. Here I narrate the day.
6th Feb 2016, I am all set to board my flight from Bengaluru Airport. Doing the late EST hour shift, I decided to skip on my sleep and also I was yet to pack for the coming week. With the sleepy eyes I managed to catch hold of season 4 episode 1 of Walking Dead which did not leave much impression on me. So anyways I was ready and since last night in office people had complimented so much about the newly acquired electric blue jacket, I decided to wear the same for the journey. The journey towards the airport was unimpressive. It was short (for a change) and I reached well before I could have anticipated. This of course was a good thing keeping in mind the long queues we have to stand and wait for the boarding and baggage. But I gave that a miss and went for Self Check in and also helped a couple of the travelers with the same, nothing much to boost about but it always feels nice to help the people around you. While waiting in the self check in queue, I noticed a huge queue of guys running towards boarding and all wearing the same tees. The first thought which came to my mind was that college students maybe going for a match. But then I noticed that many stickers on their baggage claiming - Delhi Dabbangs. So here was my big celebrity moment of getting to see the Pro-kabbadi Team - Delhi Dabbangs. And you know how much I am biased towards the city. At once my heart felt happy but then I thought maybe the guys are travelling home. In my mind I gave them my good wishes, obviously I was ignorant of their disastrous performance this series as I am not a kabbadi fan at all. But somewhere I thought someday I will indeed watch them play. So after finishing the check-in I rushed towards security from the escalator right on the left corner because I knew it is closest for ladies security check. As I rushed (you do know how fast I walk when alone) I noticed from the corner of my eyes that some of the Dabbangs guys were waiting and sitting in the couch and as I ran across them this one particular guy stood up and was staring at me. The stupid that I am, I can never assume that anyone can even bother to notice me, I ran away and made my way towards the security. But I did make a phone call home and let mom know of the celebrities I just passed across.
Since I was way to early, I made my way and sat near the gate from where we were supposed to board the flight. Met a Bengali family as always and helped the realize that boarding is going on for a different flight and ours will be the next one. But not liking the view of the place I was sitting at and moreover with the intention of boarding the flight first, I inevitably changed my seat to something absolutely near. I seriously wanted to be the first to board. Then something happened. I noticed the place I was sitting at and there was the Dabbang guys sitting and chit chatting. I noticed a couple of them and saw a few whom I found attractive. I was still under the impression that they are traveling back home. I noticed people jumping around them, clicking pictures, shaking hands and so on. A celebrity feeling indeed. I felt happy for the boys, life has offered them with an opportunity to enjoy one of the blessings which so many die for. Then I also noticed a guy with mustache being taken around here and there for the pictures. I did feel a little sorry for him, and realized how greedy with people are, trying to rub off the success of others and end up hurting them. Among them I noticed a comparatively good looking guy, smart eyes, strong build and a decent height. He had earphones plugged in and was strolling around. And you know what I thought he looked at me and smiled a couple of times. But as always since I am never sure, I did not return his advances, then was he actually interested in me when I was in Bangalore airport among-st a crowd of good looking females. I obviously thought NOT. So anyways I was glued to my seat looking here and there , checking the people who were taking pictures of the guys and at times I would end up laughing looking at how weird people behaved around them. And you know he caught me laughing once and as if out of habit, smiled right back at me. I could feel the warmth of that smile, but then typical Tripti, it can never be for me so I proactively look around to see if anyone smiled at him. And believe me there was none and so I turned my gaze directly at him and he smiled at me again. Shaking my head I turned towards the clock realizing boarding is already 10 minutes late and these buggers haven't done anything about it. That very minute I realized sleep taking over me and automatically my eyes were shut for a couple of minutes. I realized I am gone and I may end up missing the flight. I fought back the feeling and stood up and called Dad. He suggested I should take a stroll around just to be awake. I called a friend but he was too sleepy to give me a company. So following dad's advise I stood up, kept my bag down and started walking here and there waiting for the boarding to start. And to add to my misery as soon as they announce boarding they also announce that only seats 20-30 should board first. My shit luck, I was in seat 4E. Well the seat too has a story. While doing the self check-in, I wanted to select an aisle seat but my good luck I had the option of either 4E or 27 E. So I was like why take the back seat, front will be comfortable and easily accessible. On finally boarding the flight, I realized so many of the seats were vacant and I was surprised because it has been long that I have got vacant seats in a flight. This made me happy. For your information I was seated in the middle with an uncle on one side and an Aunty on the other. No good looking guy as always and so it was the right time for me to shut my eyes and fall asleep. Also for this journey I had already saved quite a number of Saturday Night Live episodes just in case to keep me entertained. But then someone entered and I was in complete shock. He was wearing the same electric blue jersey as my jacket and he was from the Pro-Kabbadi team - Delhi Dabbangs. My jaw half opened and I was like are these guys flying too with us. Then slowly the entire team started coming in. There were those guys whom I was staring at, then the second coach who was staring at me and finally entered the guy who had smiled at me. And my good luck or bad he sat behind me diagonally and I could feel his eyes constantly at me. And every time I turn I notice some guy or the other staring. Well I know had it been any other girl in my place, she would definitely be excited and feel overwhelmed but I, the great Tripti felt AWKWARD and UNCOMFORTABLE. Also I knew my plans to sleep in the flight were down to ditches.
So the flight started and suddenly I feel a tap on my left shoulder and the next question I hear is - Kolkata mein dekhne layak jagah kaun kaunsi hai. The brown eyes directly looked into my eyes and spoke to me. And I was like, shit why me. That of course I didn't say to him but I thought to myself. And me like a dumb said nothing at first then said Victoria Memorial, a church (forgot the name obviously), Ganga Ghat and that's about it. Then he asked how long will I be in Kolkata and where I am from and what I do, etc etc etc. Well obviously I was flattered by the attention and was on the top of the world, literally too cause I was flying as well. Then had a little chit chat with him.
Then the uncle beside me also started talking with me. And he said something which only a heart of a romantic or an English major would understand. He said Carpe diem - seize the moment. And added at times getting out from your everyday routine, meeting new people can refresh your mind and can help you gaze at things in a better perspective. He said let go of yourself and talk to these chaps, you can always get a free ticket to the game and end up uploading so many pictures on FB.
For a change I did let go. I spoke to them. I interacted and even exchanged numbers. I smiled at them, laughed with them, even sang with them. Believe it was too much fun. But I didn't click any pictures, maybe out of the fear that I would hate my mundane life here forth or because I hardly had time to even look into my cellphone. We all know when a guy is too friendly with a girl, he may have some hidden motive or agenda. But for me it was an opportunity for a lifetime, to see how guys who can't speak proper English have achieved so much. There was so much to learn from this chance interaction for me. They taught me self respect, confidence, Independence, they made me realize there is nothing to be ashamed of even when we don't know English. They made me laugh, they made me smile and most of all they made me realize what life is. I know the team isn't doing too good but Delhi Dabbangs you all will hold a special position in my life always. Keep rocking boys.
A Memorable Flight indeed. You know this entire journey has sketched in my mind and I can always go back to the happy place. Well at times people do check me out, I too can feel special and I too can feel the magic in me and around me.
Lastly, I would like to thank the Almighty, my sweet Bhagwanji for being there for me, for ensuring I smile each day I wake up, for the strength which keeps me charged up and motivated always. This is all for You, I hope You enjoy when You see me. Love You always!!!!
Signing out for now and not to forget - an advance Happy birthday to me...!!!
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