Thoughts of a semi-nerd

I have been thinking for over 10 minutes just for the title of this post and still yet to find the apt one. Just the thought of him gives me a wide smile. I have not met such a genuine person before in my life. I try to be funny without hurting anyone's feelings; but boy, isn't he the best in business. He is funny, well mannered, disciplined, calm and got a great sense of humour. Now, why am I mentioning funny and sense of humour at the same time. Being funny and having good sense of humour are two complete different things - let me tell you how. Anyone can be funny if they have good presence of mind with quick thinking; but good sense of humour is how well one reacts when he/she is made fun of. I am (sometimes) funny, but got not so good sense of humour. My friend on the other hand does not take anything seriously if it is just for fun. He is simply a great guy. Sabaree (right) with me The way he carries himself has earned him respect among his friends and acquaint...

This is about another close friend of mine to whom I will always remain grateful. Yes you got that right - I said grateful. It was in my college days that I got my first computer; had to put up with lot of issues like SMPS failure, virus, software issues and so on. During the first year I had warranty to cover any damage, software or hardware. I was very poor with computers and at the same time eager to learn. It was after warranty period that the real problem started - system wouldn't connect to internet, will take ages to open a small text file, will not even boot up, blue screen errors (XP users will be used to this). For all these issues , I had one guy - my Godfather with respect to Computers; he'd solve any problem with computers. I used to call, or rather disturb him every now and then - never did he show disinterest nor was rude. One more friend very much unlike me. There were occasions that he'd come all the way, 13 kms, from his home to resolve the issue ...

My first dedicated post about a friend of mine. I am excited, wondering what he will say after reading this. To begin with, he is someone loved by all. We love somebody only when we are comfortable being with them. A proper definition of gentleman is someone around whom we are comfortable with. Needless to say, he is a gentleman. I always thought I am a gentleman, but I don't fit in with the just said definition. He is cool unlike the people who claim they are. I have always admired the way he handles pressure - does he feel pressure or he converts pressure into performance! Gotta ask him. He is intelligent as well - I have seen that in his technical abilities at work. I'd say anyone who understands others is intelligent - he is also adept at that. Now, have I spoken about the significance of the title of this topic. There is a beautiful quote by Avvaiyar in Tamil that goes "Katrathu Kai Mann Alavu, Kallathathu Ulagalavu" which means "What you have lear...