Love is eternal, it does not ever die.
To get true love, there’s a hue and cry.
For it, people fret, fume, cry and sigh.
All the money on this Earth,
Love cannot buy.
For the sake of love, true lovers can even die.
Lucky are those, who get their girl/guy;
One then says, ‘You are truly lucky, sweetie pie’.
When one falls in love, he/she gets wings to fly.
He/she is in seventh Heaven;
N there is no reason why,
Lucky are those lovers,
Who a knot, can tie.
Wishing you all a Happy Valentine Day
Candies wrapped in heart-shaped boxes, local flower shops overbrimming with long-stemmed red roses, chocolates and marzipans, engraved, painted, etched and inked paraphernalia, baubles and bites all romancing the young and the old. Hallmark and Archie’s, Hanley’s and Tiffany’s all serenading and seducing sales, working their charm on lovers everywhere.
You know then Valentine’s Day is around the corner, where every turn you make your nose is rubbed in pink heart-shaped decorations, leaving hopes and hearts both ablaze.
What is it about February 14, year in and year out, that has such an effect on people the world over? Whether it is Facebook, WhatsApp or Messenger, the pipelines are chock full with romantic lines and fabulous gestures, from celebrities to the common masses, the celebration of this day is all about the flavours of the love. This is indeed tricky day! Whether you are celebrating or simply choosing to ignore this love-struck madness and furore, the underlying truth is that you cannot escape its presence, especially on that day. Whether you’re a mushy cheerleader or a downright Valentine’s hater, the day sure pressures you into having fun, celebrating and being just darn romantic all the way.
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So while couples or people in relationships seek to reaffirm their underlying love for one another, fully rejoicing in their relationship and publicly displaying their ‘forever’ affection, without shame or inhibition, without balloons floating on ceilings and red roses lining every surface. It’s almost as though lovers everywhere are suddenly surrounded in this hazy pink fog that clouds their senses and sensibilities, where that piercing honest sunlight of reason cannot penetrate.
This is the time when lovers find themselves thick in the moment of ardour, laden with heavy deep feelings and an ever-flowing pot of ink and sentiments.
They write about love and passion, regret and hope, flapping those regret and hope, flapping those white sheets in reckless abandon and pursuit. They call them poems, stories, essays, articles… all overbrimming with outpourings of pain, pleasure and stuff.
Flooding their Instagram accounts with open declaration, protests and posts, you will notice and read everything from the inane to the intense, love to despair, music to food, alcohol to spirits, they write about sunlight dancing on pretty faces and beautiful hair or the shadows cast on memories.
Suddenly, the whole world is infinitely fecund with ideas, drama, plots and narratives. It’s almost as if the world wakes up to this wave of love. Come February 14, every aspect, every shape, seems filled with heart and you wonder at this epidemic that seizes vulnerable souls while logic and reason cease to exist. And then, of course, for those who are single there is always an option of feeling mortified at your status and bellowing out loud to sympathetic ears, the fates, and the heavens or simply focusing on all the wonderful propositions of being independent and footloose, striding into spas and shops for a wonderful self-indulgent spree of pampering and retail therapy.
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Being single is pretty good as well for it’s often accompanied by its great sense of irresponsibility. Surely one can’t complaint there!
Nonetheless, whether you’re savouring the joys of love or gradually dropping the whole idea of it, performing the chores of daily life like a mill-horse tramping around blindfold or seeking those vast lands of passion and felicity all basked in glided sensuality of the heart’s delight… whether its sighs in the moonlight, long embraces and hands parting bathed with tears, the truth is Valentine’s Day fuels the excesses, or lack thereof of this while idiotic notion of romantic love.
So whether this conspiracy of society revolts your or simply leaves you unmoved, what one tends to forget is that even cupid does not have perfect aim. He’s known to have had misses and failures. Life, more often, is full of commonplace heroes and moderate feelings; it is rarely an Italian opera reaching a climax of uninhabited passion and overture.
While for a few of us who really have been through the whole human experience, wanting nothing more than to be serenely sitting down with both elbows planted firmly upon this table of life, it’s however not without a devious sense of mirth and smugness that we view new found love, painted on innocent child like faces, wearing an expression of exhaustion and somnolence when Valentine’s Day glares bright with all its exaggerated angles.
~ Veera Sanjana
The season of love is around the corner, it’s time to celebrate love not just with your partner but with your friend, family and even your roommate. On the special occasion of Valentine’s day, people take out time for their special ones and show them love and affection. The most timeless gift that you can gift is a watch.
So here are a few watches ranging from luxury to affordable segment that you can consider gifting your partner on Valentine’s day:
Ferragamo GANCINO BRACELET
Salvatore Ferragamo Women’s ‘Gancino Bracelet’ Quartz Stainless Steel and Leather Casual Watch, Color:Orange (Model: FII050015)
A feminine
Versace V-Motif Vintage Logo
Versus Versace Analog Red Dial Women’s Watch-VSPOL2317
TheV-Motif Vintage Logowatch is an immediate hit. That sought-after timepiece you do not want to miss.
The logo and pastel colors are its leit-motiv.
The laser printed Vintage ’80s logo on the watch leather strap is a clear declaration of style and which sides are you on. The symbolic V becomes one of the main graphic elements embellishing the surface of the bezel and taking the place of the indexes on the dial.
Blue and pink pastel tones on theV-Motif Vintage Logowatch are reminiscent of iconic Vintage logo looks, but this timepiece is also available in an exuberant red, black, and blue making it a total of six color combinations for this style.
Versus Kalka Bay
Versus Kalk Bayis the new watch from Versus Versace for young, urban rebels, unafraid to stand out.
Bold in its size, casual and stylish in its feel, the watch catches the eye with its geometric dotted pattern and is inspired by a sporty aesthetic. Standing out on the dial is the large date display, the Lion relief and the logo, that give the watch its Versus Versace identity.
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Accord Puducherry is 5.6 km from Pondicherry Train Station. Chennai International Airport is 159.3 km away.
A selection of Indian, European and Chinese dishes are served in the 24-hour Season Cafe. Zodiac Bar offers a selection of drinks. Legumes – Celebrating Vegetarianism is a concept restaurant that exclusively serves vegetarian delights.
Treebo South Avenue Pondicherry
Offering a restaurant that serves Indian and International vegetarian cuisine, Treebo South Avenue is located in Pondicherry, just opposite Pondicherry Railway Station
Located in Pondicherry, near Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Botanical Garden, The French Villa Rèsidence has a terrace. The nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, 5.6 km from the property.
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The Windflower Resorts and Spa Pondicherry
In the middle of lush natural surroundings, The Windflower Resort & Spa is in Pondicherry. It features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and standalone villas that overlook the garden.
Located 3117 feet from Pondicherry Beach, Hotel Atithi features 2 dining options and rooms with modern décor.
Free WiFi and parking are provided.
Located in the French Colony of Pondicherry, Le Chateau offers a restaurant. This self-catering accommodation features free WiFi.
The property feature 2 dining options that serves Indian and international delights.
White Town is a great choice for travellers interested in history, architecture and ambience .
Mell Ville is a self-catering accommodation located within 0.6 mi from the popular attractions like the Gandhi Beach, Aurobindo Ashram and the Ganesh Temple. Auroville is 3.7 mi away.
Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a massage parlor, Palais De Mahe is located in Pondicherry. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
Mahe De Malabar serves a selection of Indian and Continental cuisines. Mahe Café is a coffee shop that serves piping hot refreshing beverages. Room service is available.
Terrace Grill @ Hotel Atithi(Grill) –Go for their dinner buffet – it’s worth every rupee. The view on the roof top is also amazing. They have liquor too.
Hotel Sri Kamatchi (South Indian Non-Veg) –If you want to taste a different kind of Biryani than what you are used to, then try their Biryani. Some might find it to be a little on the spicier side though. You can also try Karandi Omelette, Kamatchi Chicken & Fish Kamatchi.
Villa Shanti (Multi Cuisine – Continental) –The ambiance of this place is stunning more than its food. Try their Ravioli & Stuffed Chicken Breast.
The Smoothie Bar (Desserts & Continental) –Great ambiance and amazing food & drinks. Must try: Coconut, Nutty Affair & Lean Machine Smoothie. Sorbet Ice-creams made with real fruits and their Continental Set Meal & Chicken Burger.
Zuka (Chocolates) –Try their Chocolate Pakodas, Hot Chocolate & Red Velvet Cakes. Most of their Cakes are delicious, their truffles aren’t great though.
Paris Restaurant(Vietnamese)– If you want a fine dining atmosphere, this is not the place to go. There are just two dishes (and only two) which you should try here: Chicken Noodles Soup & Chaiyo.
Italize (Italian) –4 Cheese & Sausage Baked Pasta & Lasagna
Eat my Cake (Pastries) –Try their Cakes & Cheese Platter
Cafe Xtasi –This is one of the most overhyped places in Pondicherry. You will see people flocking this place and the pizzas used to be good but now their quality, service and ambience
GMT (Gelateria Montecatini Terme)– If you have ever tasted a real Italian Gelato or Sorbet you will know why after you try this place. Their Gelatos are fluffy and use low-quality ingredients.
Barbeque Nation– Don’t go by the brand name, this outlet has a cut-down menuMulti-
Baker Street –Though some of their dishes taste good, the value for money is near to zero. Most of the dishes are precooked and they just reheat them and serve. They, however, have some unique chocolates and bread.
Cream Affair –Don’t get carried away by the photos of their desserts. Except for the fact that their bubble waffles are shaped different there is nothing worth speaking about. Their ambience is good though.
The Pasta Bar Vento –The ambience of this place is nice, but the food is a big let-down since some of their items are precooked. Not the place to go have good pasta.
Cafe des Arts –Except for the nice-looking yellow walls which will look great on Instagram, there is nothing great about this place. Their food is overpriced and tastes bad. Don’t even get started on service.
There are a lot of more good restaurants, I will try and add more places and dishes as time permits.
Have you been to Pondicherry and to more good restaurants, please do share in the comments section?