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Leaning in
Ten years ago I sent a video message to my future self. For the past 10 years, I have lived precariously close to jumping off with my whims, but I
posted: 2022-07-25
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Ubuntu Again
So this is what happened: Something happened after I wrote the post about moving from Linux to Windows, where I talked about how Windows 10 really is the only
posted: 2019-07-26
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Moving From Linux (Ubuntu) to Windows

The Journey sailing through different operating systems Before, I begin, let me clarify things a little. I have not really moved from Ubuntu to Windows recently. I made the

posted: 2019-06-20
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Your Existence
Your existence whether a mere coincidence, or part of a grand scheme, whichever you believe in, is a small glimpse of fading, moving air across your open palms on a
posted: 2019-04-18
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Back After a long time
It has been a very long time since I last added anything to my blog - I know! One reason is that I stay in front of a computer all
posted: 2007-06-27
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My First Super Bowl Ever!
I had never watched The Super Bowl – NEVER! The closest thing to it was the “Bowl” of rugby. That all changed last night when for the first time I
posted: 2017-02-07
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new static website
using markdown files and a few simple python and shell scripts, i was able to convert my old wordpress blog into a full static website that runs on pure html and css
posted: 2025-08-13
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Public libraries and meeting places
It just seems to me that people have forgotten what a public library is for. Library is a place where people get some quiet time so that they can read
posted: 2009-12-23
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#1 Unacceptable blunder of website deployment
The number 1 unacceptable blunder of website deployment is people not turning off the display of errors. I just came across one two minutes ago. People, when you put your
posted: 2009-10-01
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Gandhi Day
Today, the birth of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is celebrated all across India and is also a national holiday there. Gandhi is known as the father of India, who with his
posted: 2009-10-02
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Nuit Blanche
Someone correct me if I’m wrong. Nuit Blanche which means white night in French marks the sunset to sunrise arts festival in Toronto. Just coming from it and I must
posted: 2009-10-04
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Hire Me!
Just a little reminder to all those who are following my blog. If you want to start up a blog like mine, build a company or personal website or web
posted: 2009-10-07
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My site gets an extreme Makeover!! :)
I gave my site a very much needed makeover. Frankly speaking, previously, it was dull, it was boring and it just looked plain and stupid. Getting introduced to the ”
posted: 2009-09-16
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Kesario - My revelation
Have you ever made a decision, and although you gave a reason for making that decision, it was actually weeks, months, or even years later that it made real sense
posted: 2009-09-26
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The Emmys
Before I say something else, I’ll say I used to like the Oscars better than the Emmys, and the Emmys better than the Grammys. But last night when I was
posted: 2009-09-21
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beat the flu, and now back in bussiness
Hello everyone, It’s been a long time since I posted something on my blog. I had been out from it all, battling my fall arch nemesis, the flu..haha. It’s been
posted: 2009-11-05
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My Vision for My Company
Someone asked me what is your vision for yourself or for your company. Surprisingly, I answered the question right away, and when I thought back at what I had said,
posted: 2009-11-27
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Reflection of the year 2008
The year 2008 was one of the most interesting years in recent years. Everything from world weather, to world politics, to the global economy contributed to big stories. The year
posted: 2009-01-02
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Happy New Year
A very Happy New Year to you all! In case if you’re wandering about my new year’s resolution, I will tell you that I have none! Yes, that’s right I
posted: 2009-01-01
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Back after almost a year
Waow. It has been such a long time since I last updated my blog, its almost a year. I guess I didn’t quite follow up with my new years resolution. lol.
posted: 2008-11-11
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Mumbai Terrorist Attacks
I do not want to say much about this as I think I am very much affected by whatever that went on in Mumbai. Being of Indian origin and a
posted: 2008-11-29
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New Year’s Resolution - 2008
Every year I think about how fast time flies. Every year it feels like it was just yesterday when I was looking forward to the year 2000 - you know,
posted: 2008-01-01
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Trying New things
Things don’t always go the way you plan them to go. For me, I think they have never gone the way I have planned them to go. I don’t know
posted: 2008-01-26
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Never Too Late to Start Reading
It may be unfathomable to most that anyone who loves to write, not share the same sentiment towards reading. I am such a person, or rather, and might I delightedly
posted: 2021-12-13
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Kindle Or Kobo in Canada?

Why is Kindle Paperwhite the perfect Kindle? Price! It was on sale on Black Friday and is again on sale now for $115CAD. The new version has a modern

posted: 2021-12-13
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Canada Day 2021 - A day Difficult to Celebrate
I did not celebrate Canada Day this year. I did not wish anyone Happy Canada Day, I did not have a BBQ or go out for picnic. I have mixed
posted: 2021-07-01
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Veganism
About a year ago, I decided to adopt a vegan lifestyle. I call it a vegan lifestyle, because I feel that there is some negativity associated with the word “vegan”
posted: 2021-05-19
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Just a little Kindness - that’s all :-)
There are some things that you don’t have words. Check this video out. It’s one of those things that you don’t even need any words for. This video put a
posted: 2011-12-22
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Accident - my script removed all comments
I just want to say sorry to all my readers and subscribers. Comments that were posted on my blog by you folks were accidentally removed. I keep getting spam comments
posted: 2011-02-13
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2015: The Best Year Yet!
I just wanted to write a quick post before the year 2015 ends! Just a week ago I was reminiscing about everything that happened in 2015. So much has happened
posted: 2015-12-31
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Bike Month
I started riding my bike about a month ago and I can tell you the feeling is amazing. I started with walking, which was great and I still love it
posted: 2015-05-26
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Evernote: The only note keeper you’ll ever need
186tgj38eph2cjpgI’m going to get right to the point with this one because there is no argument about Evernote being the best note taking tool/software/service. ## What sets it a apart
posted: 2015-05-14
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Follow Your Bliss
Every time I drive on Rutherford Road in Vaughan I pass a small parking lot made of gravel and I see a narrow and steep gravel road that leads upwards
posted: 2015-05-03
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Give your Mom the Gift of Technology This Mother’s Day
Mother’s day is around the corner and if you’re not sure what to get your mom or grandma then I have a solutions for you. If your mom or grandmother
posted: 2015-05-08
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I’m a Misfit
best-fitness-trackersIt seems like wearable technology will soon be able to make your toast for breakfast or teleport me to and from work. Fitness trackers these days track your heart rate,
posted: 2015-04-26
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Le Tour De Norfolk - 160KM
On Sunday, July 17, I went on Le Tour De Norfolk staring and completing in Delhi, Ontario. 160KM riding in pure joy - at least most of it. Norfolk county
posted: 2016-07-25
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Happy Canada Day!
I love this Country! I really do! I love the seasons – yes all of them. Start of cycling, gardening, BBQ season in spring, beaches and camping and chilled beer
posted: 2016-07-01
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Bike Month 2016
bikemonth2016Bike Month in the Great Toronto Hamilton area starts on May 30th, which is also “Bike to Work Day”. Bike Month is a great time to take your old bikes
posted: 2016-05-28
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The Great Cycle Challenge
gcc living life > 27 children are diagnosed with cancer every week across Canada - please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids’ cancer! This June, I am
posted: 2016-05-26
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Bike the Creek Event on June 18, 2016
It’s that time of the year again. I attended the Bike the Creek Event last year and it was amazing. I got to meet new people, explored the Etobicoke Creek
posted: 2016-05-26
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Happy New Year 2016!
Happy New Year_2016
posted: 2016-01-01
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Busting Myths about the Brain
So today is Kaali Chaudas and I have been fascinated by this holiday since I was a little kid when I was forced to wake up early or face some
posted: 2024-10-30
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Total Solar Eclipse - Nothing Comes Close
By now you must have, especially if you live in North America, read, heard or seen photos and videos of the total solar eclipse that occurred on the 8th of
posted: 2024-04-11
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Loving Winter 2013
I can see that a lot of people are having a hard time keeping a smiling face when they talk about winter, the snow and the wind because they’re thinking
posted: 2013-01-24
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Gift Ideas for Procrastinators
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ptxfBYsgqk
posted: 2023-12-19
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Starfield’s Promise Fizzles: A Cosmic Letdown
I have always been fascinated by space all my life. I took courses in astronomy and at one point in time I was even enrolled in an astrophysics program
posted: 2023-09-08
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The Subscription Shift: What Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro on iPad Could Mean for the Future of Mac Software Pricing
Less than two years ago, I boldly made a prediction ahead of WWDC 21 that Final Cut Pro would make its way to iPadOS, exclusively compatible with the cutting-edge M1
posted: 2023-05-11
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Looking Forward to Gamescom 2023
I recently came across a book titled “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing”. After reading the book, I went on a rampage. I
posted: 2023-08-22
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Starfield’s Importance Goes Far Beyond Gamig
In the vast cosmos of the gaming industry, few upcoming titles have generated as much excitement and anticipation as “Starfield.” Developed by the legendary Bethesda Game Studios and published by
posted: 2023-08-29
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Tim Hortons - The Good, the Bad and The Ugly
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Hortons#/media/File:Tim_Hortons_(30341105726).jpg _UPDATE: After writing this post, I was challenged to look further into Tim Hortons. The original post, which mostly painted a rosey picture of the brand remains mostly
posted: 2023-02-02
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The Morning Rush : AeroPress recipe for Medium-Dark Roast Coffee
Although I am generalizing here, every coffee’s ‘medium’ or ‘dark’ roast will be different. This particular recipe, is my favorite one for the Tim Hortons’ Original Blend coffee. Check out
posted: 2023-02-02
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Farewell Facebook
I’m conflicted - I want to delete my Facebook account. For some years I was benefiting from this and other platforms by working with programs and providing strategies to businesses.
posted: 2020-06-08
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Sublime Text
The meaning of sublime according to the dictionary on my Macbook Pro is: > of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe And [Sublime Text
posted: 2014-03-03
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Earth Hour 2014!
In support of Earth Hour, we dimmed the lights on Okinara’s Facebook Page. Join us! Turn off your lights, light up some candles! :-)earth-hour
posted: 2014-03-30
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What’s in a Name?
> whats_in_a_name > > “What’s in a name? that which we call a rose/ By any other name would smell as sweet” > > Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare I
posted: 2014-09-11
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Happy 2014
2013_2014 As I reflect on the year 2013 I realize that it was an amazing year! Good Bye 2013 and Hello 2014! Happy New Year! Every year people who want
posted: 2014-01-03
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I’m Never Retiring!
Today after dinner and watching a movie, I sat there on my sofa thinking what I should do. I was thinking what I should be doing. There are a couple
posted: 2012-03-25
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Which Super Hero Are You?
I thought, I’d do something fun, so I took this super hero quiz, and this was the result. Aparently, I’m Green Lantern Your results: You are Green Lantern | Green
posted: 2012-02-09
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30 Things You’ll Learn after 30

Friendship (or Any relationship) is a Choice! There is nothing worse you can do to violate the sanctity of your life than to stay in a relationship which you

posted: 2018-05-06
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OH CANADA!
The Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games had “OH CANADA” written all over it. The color of the olympic flag might be white with different coloured rings on them, but the
posted: 2010-03-01
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Spring is here
Spring is here and this season brings new hopes, new opportunities and hopefully brighter results. I am keeping myself busy with projects. Keep those ideas pouring in and hopefully we
posted: 2010-03-26
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Happy Brithday Dad
This is a special message for my dad! Dad, you know how hard it is to talk about my feelings and express myself in the way I am about to.
posted: 2010-02-11
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