Adhering to the customary special day post, here is the one
with Valentine’s day. Love is in the air
and everyone is hunting special gifts for their special ones. Though I don't have any plans I am amusing myself in the memories of this day..
Valentine’s day is supposed to be most romantic day of the
year. I found some interesting history behind the Valentine’s day here.
It is that time of the year where every restaurant, gift
shop, malls are drowned in theme red and hearts. This reminds me of something I
used to do. I had a queer habit during my college days where I used to gather
collectibles that was heart-shaped. I went way beyond control that my friends
had to hide anything heart-shaped from my reach. They ranged from small
pendants, key-rings, earrings to heavy paper weights.
There was some funny dress code for the day circulated in my
school and college days. Each color would be assigned a meaning to let your
loved ones and others what in your mind. This list used to change every year. Everyone was very cautious in getting
the color right and not convey the wrong message to the other gender. Funny, I
took this shit seriously then. I found the color code for this year too!!
Dress Color Meaning
Blue Love Applicants Invited
Green I am waiting
Red Already in Love, Two side
Black Proposal Rejected
White Sorry, I am already reserved
Orange Going to Propose
Pink Color Proposal accepted
Purple/Grey Not interested, Better luck next time
Yellow Broke Up
Brown Broken Hearts
Now I was thinking how would I want to spend the day with
the current mindset. These are my idea of V-Day picks that I would indulge in for a perfect enjoyable day.
The Book - A thing
beyond forever by Novoneel Chakraborty
I am sucker for romantic stories with cheesy and
disgustingly sweet romance. And if there is a sad ending, it is more likely to
be in my favorites.
I have not found a romantic novel that trumps this book in
my favorites. This is a sort of unusual fantasy-like novel where the
protagonist finds bizarre similarities between her child patient and her dead
boyfriend. She has not yet recovered from her past relationship but life throws
her haunting puzzles. What she does forms the climax. I was never convinced
that this was a debut novel of an Indian author. I read this book overnight and
still could not come out of the story. The story is woven around the sweet and
innocent love at adolescent and the sting and pain when you lose. The intensity
of the story made me forget the flimsy adult racy scene. This is must read for
those who want to melt away in romance.
The Movie – Titanic
by James Cameron
I think this would be the world’s popular choice for a
romantic movie. The ever-praised epic love story wins hands down. The love
between Jack and Rose, though short lived has the enchanted the entire world.
The amazing visuals and mesmerizing music adds to the effect. This movie also
speaks about the class discrimination and social preconception. Every time I
watch the movie I hope there is a way Jack was saved. Drown yourself this
valentine in the most acclaimed romantic movie.
The Chocolate –
Ferrero Rocher
What is a celebration without devouring the silky smooth chocolate? I
am not a big chocolate person. I prefer candies and gummy bears to the
chocolates. But if you are offering me Ferrero Rocher, I become like the Gollum
of the Lord of the Rings. It doesn't flood you with the gooey chocolate but nevertheless leaves you the satisfaction is of having a huge block.
The Destination – Paris,
France
Being born and bred in a country where the sun dominates most
part of the year. So I always dream of a place where I could enjoy a moderate
climate. Paris, it is! There is a reason this city is called ‘the city of love’
and it boasts being the top spot for Valentine's getaways and proposals.
The cobbled streets, heritage buildings, elegant and cosy restaurants, comforting
croissants and the sexy language adds flavor to the romance. It is my loooong
term dream destination and tops my bucket list for tours.
