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New Year Resolutions? Not even once.

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That was Calvin at his sparkling best. Could we ever be so sure of ourselves? Are we perfect the way we are? Do we   think  we are perfect the way we are? Are we happy with what we are? My money is on no, most of us do not like the way we are. And hence we set resolutions every new year. If you are a Nepalese, you get this privilege twice a year. AD and BS both on our plates. This new year, I will quit drinking/smoking. I will start working out and get that fab-ab. I will start studying harder and get better grades. I will learn a certain musical instrument or some new skill. I will find a better job that I'll love. I will go for a vacation of a lifetime. I will spend more time with my family. I will find my soul mate. (May be I will make resolutions that I can fulfill) ....and so forth. And when we set resolutions, in paper or not, do we fulfill them? Do we try to fulfill them? And more importantly, do we even have the intention to ever ...

Calvin and Hobbes....for a refreshing morning!

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If you've ever felt alone, remember Calvin, who's found a soulful friend in his stuffed tiger toy, Hobbes. If a six year old boy can have adventures all by himself, why can't we? True, he seems a bit eccentric but life isn't fun without all these eccentricities. Whenever I read these comic pieces, I can't help but love this little boy and his friend, both of whom are filled with strange ideas.  I quote Calvin and say, "There's a difference between me and the rest of the world! Happiness isn't good enough for me! I demand euphoria!" Stay euphoric!!