My Photo Album-173: Suri honouring Renowned Tamil Writer, Thi.Saa.Raaju

This photo was taken at a Homeopathy function held at the Health Institute, Karaikudi.  Renowned Tamil Writer and Homeopath, Major Thi.Saa.Raaju, was the Chief Guest.  I was given the assignment of honouring him.  I have been an admirer of him and have read many of his short stories along with my friend, Achuthanandam during my Manamadurai days. After coming to Homeopathy, I have read his books on Homeopathy in Tamil.  So it was memorable occasion for me to meet my favourite writer and honour him. The Major has long since passed away.So also my Homeopathy teacher, Dr C Abdulla Sehu. This photo has brought me the old memories of my Homeopathy days, which are gone forever now. However, I am happy to post this photo in my Album.  I shall always cherish this event.

A Thought for Today-598: Winston Churchill

We are still masters of our fate. We are still captains of our souls - Winston Churchill, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom for two terms,1940–45 and 1951–55. 

Write-up on Winston Churchill from Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winston_Churchill

Grateful thanks to Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Picture of the day-406:Tirupporur-Chengalpat Road

One early morning, Nellai and I decided to go to Singaperumal Kovil and worship at the shrine there.  There is a road from Tirupporur to Chengalpat.  Before Chengalpat, a short-cut takes us straight to Singaperumal Kovil, without touching Chengalpat. Nellai took me there in his bike. The road was picturesque and I liked it very much.  During that trip, I took several snaps, one of them is the above.  I have been longing to go to that shrine for a very long time.  It was fulfilled with the help of Nellai. I felt very happy about worshipping at the famous shrine and also about the beautiful trip.  Nellaiappa, a lot of thanks to you and may God bless you!

My Photo Album-172: Suri Felicitating Kalidas

Suri felicitating Kalidas at the inauguration of Dr Hahnemann Kent Clinic

A Thought for Today-597: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Write-up on Goethe from Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johann_Wolfgang_von_Goethe

Full Text of AUTOBIOGRAPHY TRUTH AND FICTION RELATING TO MY LIFE by Goethe from Project Gutenberg:
http://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/5733/pg5733.html

Full Text of FAUST by Goethe from Project Gutenberg:
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/14591/14591-h/14591-h.htm

Grateful thanks to Project Gutenberg and Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Self-Improvement-108: 7 secrets to success of steve jobs

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1.Do what you love (PASSION)
2.Put a dent in the universe (BIG, BOLD, CLEAR AND CONCISE VISION)
3.Say no to 1000 things (FOCUS)
4.Kick start your brain
5.Sell dreams not products
6.Create insanely great experiences
7.Mater the message

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Picture of the day-405: River Cauvery

Rivery Cauvery from Amma Mandapam, Srirangam.

My Photo Album-171: Uncle, Mr A.S.S.

This is my uncle, A.S.S., my father's elder brother.  My father lost both his parents before he reached the age of 9.  So this uncle was like a father to him, which explains I am named after him.  (The usual practice is to name the first-born-male child after one's father.  My father was very much devoted to him and people used to compare them to Rama and Laxmana.) He was the Leader of the Congress Party in the Dindigul Municipality and was respected by all.  He died tragically in a train accident on December 23, 1964.  It so happened that when his body was brought to Madurai Railway Station from the accident spot, I was the one who identified him and informed my dad. Then we carried his body by car to his residence at Dindigul.  

A Thought for Today-596: Leonardo da Vinci

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication - Leonardo da Vinci

Write-up on Leonardo da Vinci from Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonardo_da_Vinci

The Notebooks of  Leonardo da Vinci - Complete from Project Gutenberg:
http://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/5000/pg5000.html

Grateful thanks to Project Gutenberg and Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Picture of the day-404: Another Kodaikkanal Photo

Photo by Pravin

My Photo Album-170: Alex and Suri

Alex and Suri at India Homeo Clinic.

A Thought for Today-595: Abraham Lincoln

Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other one thing - Abraham Lincoln

Picture of the day-403:

Kodaikkanal photo. Snapped by Pravin.

My Photo Album-169: Dr S Malaikkani

Dr S Malaikkani has been a Teacher at school and college level for more than 25 years.  Till recently, he was Acting Principal of a College of Education in Tamil Nadu.  FASOHD and Homeopathy brought us together.  He has published several books meant for teachers and students.  He has appeared in the SUN TV program, Good Morning Thamizhagam.  He is an admirer of mine and has been encouraging me in several ways.  I cherish his friendship and pray to the Almighty to bless him and his family.

A Thought for Today-594: Arnold H. Glasgow

Make your life a mission – not an intermission - Arnold H. Glasgow

Picture of the day-402: Kodaikkanal

Photo by Pravin

A Thought for Today-593: St. Clement of Alexandra

If you do not hope, you will not find what is beyond your hopes - St. Clement of Alexandra, christian theologian

Biographical Sketch of St Clement of Alexandra from Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clement_of_Alexandria

Grateful thanks to Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

My Photo Album-168: Prof.S.Raghunathan

Professor S. Raghunathan, MTech from IIT, KGP, is the former Director of Computer Centre, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu. He is a great lover of books and a principled teacher. He has varied interests – Books, Music, Education, Philosophy and Holistic Medicine. He has a wonderful collection of books and carnatic music. He is soft-spoken and is an inspiring counsellor.

I first came into contact with him thru my colleague and friend, Mr.Srividhya. I found that we shared common interests in book collection and Homeopathy. These strengthened our friendship. He used to visit Health Institute, Karaikudi, and deliver lectures on various aspects of Homeopathy, which we found highly interesting and useful. Then we used to exchange notes about books. Now he is settled in Bangalore.

He has been showing interest in my blogs, which is a great encouragement to me. During the initial days of my blogging, he gave me an interview, which finds a place in my blog, BOOKS, BOOKS AND BOOKS. 

http://suribooks.blogspot.in/

He sends me links to great ebooks regularly. I am very grateful to him for all his encouragement and I cherish his friendship. May God bless him!

Self-Improvement-107: Three Keys To Greatness by Jim Rohn

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Published on 28 Mar 2012 by MarcoBelgrade

A guide for teenagers to achieve financial independence and success.

Jim Rohn covers the three places to begin for any teenager (or adult) in their quest for a future full of success, happiness and wealth.

1. Price and promise - the power of vision and setting goals.

2. Personal development - expanding your knowledge through books,

tapes, seminars and other successful people.

3. The principles of wealth - earning, saving, giving and investing.

Over the years, Jim Rohn has heard from thousands of people - many who saw or heard Jim early in their life who later went on to achieve success. Don't let yourself or your family miss out on this powerful 56 minute video that can inspire, teach and lead you to success.

"A very big thank you to Jim, all his staff and all his associates for helping me becoming more valuable to myself, family and the marketplace. Thousands of participants in my banking courses have watched Jim's "3 Keys to Greatness" video. It's been a great way to end my courses. It has been my greatest satisfaction and joy to see faces brighten up as neon signs. They all depart with "It is Possible and I Can" attitudes. May God's best and richest be yours." -- Micah

"I am a huge fan of your "words of wisdom" as I call it. After watching your "3 Keys to Greatness" I have to say, Great, and thanks!" -- Rob McKinney.

Grateful thanks to MarcoBelgrade and YouTube.

Eyecatchers-163: Intolerance

“… Intolerance cannot tolerate non-conformism; it cannot brook dissent. And when the dissenter is exposed to social and extra legal sanctions, democracy is under siege….” – From Soli J.Sorabjee’s “Practising Tolerance is the Need of the Hour” in the Chennai edition of The New Sunday Express dated Aug.19,2012.

Grateful thanks to Mr.Soli Sorabjee and The NewSunday Express.