Happy Diwali

I have not burst any of the fire crackers for last 3-4 years, at least not the one with that ear bursting noisy ones. The reason for it is simple I have become very compassionate with animals especially dogs- kutte. Last time when we were a little high and all and the crackers bursting around, it dawned on me how much suffering the poor pets go through. I mean give it a thought – a dog who is so sensitive to the slightest noise of footsteps or even the crawling lizards and you burst that heart wrenching cracker right in front of him, that must beat the shit of the poor soul. I mean just try to put your self in place of that dog (and believe me you can do it !), those eyes watching the ugly kid joe lighting up that Atom Bomb and get the movie rolling, you start backing of in anticipation and then feel that shudder- a roar and then you start howling. Damn they both are cruel who burn these fire crackers and those who make them ( and make them so costly before even firing them up you can piss in your pants.). If that s not vivid enough think the other way round- you walking towards a chicks house front gate and then that sudden roaring german shephard out of no-where barking at you. Yeah now the animal lover is gone, but think of the shudder and that palpating heart.

And since the day I dreamt about the dogs and cats and birds and thinking of burning the crispy green notes I have stopped doing this nonsense. I can't afford this any more. Its easier to go down the building socialize, meet friends, watch the pretty girls, and teach the little kids to light crackers and be content. And if possible while bursting those noisy bombs and all, try to stand near a chick , she just might shudder and turn around and all.....the dreams may come true.

But I am now grown up, this time around I will stand 4 meters far from the bursting point and measure the sound level. It should not be more than 125 decibels according to the cpcb ruling. Its just like having your fundamental rights read out by Indian police. We have rules for everything and excuses to avoid just about any daring act.

And no more further gibberish - time to sleep.

And yeah, Happy Diwali to all of you, have a nice holiday.