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I do hold grudges

Let’s be honestI’m no saint, and I won’t pretend to be. I do hold grudges, especially against those who have wronged me in ways that are hard to forget. I hold a grudge against people who: These are the kind of actions that leave a mark, and sometimes, it’s hard to let go. I know holding grudges is not good for the soul and so on. Over the years I have devised a way of avoiding accumulating such intense feelings in myself. In the long run I need to take care of myself and those around me. That will only happen when I play my role in life to perfection. I cannot let these grudges pull me down.

The Union Budget

I switch on the TV eagerly. The finance minister is walking up the steps of the Parliament. She is about to present the union budget. “I think it is a silk sari. Is that color magenta?” my wife said. “What?” I reply. I am more worried about that folder she has in her hand. It is the budget. The Indian Government is presenting its annual budget. All the taxes and rebates come in it. It is usually more taxes and no rebates.  “She has a preference for saris that represent our cultural heritage,” my wife said. “Shh,” I said, increasing the TV volume.  The finance minister’s speech was about to start. Ten minutes later, she stepped into the main part of the speech.“Telecom goods-BCD increased from 10% to 15% on PCBA of specified telecom equipment…” the sound from the TV speaker was echoing in the room. “What does BCD mean?”… The Union Budget