EPISODE 17-A TRUE MANIFESTATION

John had completed high school, his parents expected him to go to a Christian college. John, however, was unsure if college was in his future. He had long planned to continue his education, but when it actually came time, John was unsure. Much to the annoyance of Wilson, he couldn't explain his feelings. John didn't know it, but the Holy Spirit had given him a small still voice that told him to wait.This is so because John wanted to achieve something big in Fine arts but he also had a desire to give his business a new dimension so do he Joined in a near by college to pursue his under graduation, John got seat in the famous Christian college but considering the distance his parents objected his idea and made him study in a nearby college.John's day dream came real one day...yes its the day when john entered his college for the first time.John was had high school friend Kenneth also joined alone with him. so john was a bit relaxed in this new environment,John also had his 9th grade friend Errick in 2'nd year BBA, so do his childhood friend Marcus in the final year B.Com.But john didn't find the environment comfortable more over he was afraid about Maths and the Lecturers there.Every day classes was like hell to him.since John was sound in his grammar and vocabulary people thought he is a bright guy.But None except John knew he understood nothing from what they teach,since John from a commerce background with computer science as his major in his high school, he felt that the subject too hard to follow.John had too much of pressures in his mind .

John does not possess constant mind to decide things on his own,But he decided to move on to another college where his other friend Perry was Studying.He approached his principal along with Mr.Wilson and applied for Transfer,It was just the 18th day since college reopened so initially principal didn't accept John's Request but then she granted the certificates on a condition that the amount paid as fees 'll not be refunded.Wilson with a Furious face accepted it and John successfully Joined B.Sc with ISM as major in the college where Perry is studying.Here another big horror was waiting for John.From his first class he learned that his class consist of 10 Students in which 4 are Female and 1 androgynous(Rose) and 4 Chinese last but not the least is John.The first day class went on well but John found something fishy about 4 guys and Rose. the next day class started John was seriously listening to his lecturer soon something happened to him when he got up the class was empty it was 3 in the evening...John wat da F*** happen to u man?? y the hell u like this !!!!!! exclaimed Perry who fortunately came by his class to say bye for the evening..It was then john realized that he was dozed off by his class mates..it was nothing but some light narcotic Drug something like cocaine or Ganja.He learned this from his class mate Johnsy!!He took this matter to his principal But got no proper response; though John wants to quit the second day itself, he was asked to pay all the 3 years fees to get back his certificates. !!!Ultimately John took this matter to Wilson and then to Chief of the institution- he was well known to John as he is none other than the same person who selected John as the School Pupil Leader when he was in Higher secondary final year. John made up his mind and Decided to get back to the previous institution itself.Moral that John learned is ""Look before you leap"" and don't Look back once u step forward S tart small; T hink tall; R each over the wall; I nvest your all; V isualize the mall; E xpect you may fall; but, if you fall, that's not all; get up and STRIVE again

"ITS GUD TO PLAN YOUR WORK BUT ITS MORE IMPORTANT TO WORK YOUR PLAN"

So do John started off with a clear Mind to succeed!!

EPISODE 16-AN INCIDENT(contd)

"This is 911 emergency. How may I help you?" asked a woman's voice. For a moment, John's tongue glued to the roof of his mouth.

"Please get an ambulance to the corner of Radison right away! There's a man in the alley... he's lost a lot of blood!" John pleaded frantically.

"Stay calm. An ambulance is on it's way," the woman's voice assured.

"Thank God!" exclaimed John. The emergency dispatcher asked who he was, and then hung up when the sirens were within hearing distance. John dashed out of the bookstore, heedless of the oncoming traffic, and stood at the entrance of the alley. An ambulance pulled up beside the curb, it's red lights flashing.

"Over here!" he called. Two men jumped out of the ambulance and followed john down the alley.He watched as they unwound the limp arms of the stoplight panhandler.

"It's a knife wound," he heard one of the men say. When a policeman tapped John on the shoulder, he jumped.

"Were you the one who called 911?" he asked.

"Yes, I was," replied John, nervously.

"Did you know him?" the policeman asked, pointing at the limp form being lifted onto a stretcher.

"No."

"How did you find the body?" he asked. John felt faint. The walls of the alley began to spin around him.

"I was walking..." he began. Suddenly, everything became black.

When John opened his eyes, he found himself lying on a stretcher, with sirens screaming loudly in his ears.

"Do you feel better?" asked a voice. At the foot of his stretcher stood one of the emergency workers who had arrived in the ambulance. The stretcher suddenly bumped against the wall. It was then, John realized he was in an ambulance.

"I'm all right. You can let me out right here," he said pointing to a window.

"I think it would better to have a doctor examine you first," he explained.

"But, I'm late for School," he protested. The man did not hear him, for he was busily engaged with a person in the stretcher beside him. To John's surprise, it was the stoplight panhandler. A clear hose had been placed over his mouth, pumping oxygen into his still unconscious body. The emergency worker turned his eyes to a little monitor with a jumping green line. John lie quietly on the stretcher. Suddenly, the green line stopped jumping, and a flat line took it's place. The emergency worker grabbed two white discs and placed them on top of the panhandler's chest. His body jolted upward and then slammed back down onto the stretcher. He continued to do this until the green line began to jump again.

"He almost died, didn't he?" asked John.

"His heart stopped beating. But, for now, it's working again," the man said, sitting down. Soon after, they arrived at the hospital. The doors opened, and the stoplight panhandler was lifted out. John climbed down on his own two feet. A rush of activity surrounded john, as nurses rushed the unconscious panhandler into the hospital. John was led inside, and checked over to make sure he was really all right. Then, the police had him answer some questions. He told them what had happened.

"If I were you," warned the police officer who had been asking him the questions, "I would stay out of dark alleys. Especially, if you are alone."

"But, it's Providential I did, this one time," smiled John

"It's just another transient," shrugged the officer, tucking the clipboard he had been writing on, under his arm. "If this one lives to be discharged, he'll be out on the streets again. Bums like him die everyday." The police officer checked his clipboard one more time, and walked away.

A sick feeling crept over John. He navigated his way to the main exit, and quickly left the hospital. John looked up at the sky. Usually, the air was filled with smog, but a gentle breeze sent out from God's heavenly chamber had carried the man-made poison away. John gratefully thanked God for the safety He had given him that morning.

In spite of the pure air and the warm sunshine, John's heart was crying.

He arrived at work

The policeman's words echoed in his mind.

"Just another transient." A crowd of people exiting a nearby building, shook John from his uneasy solitude.

Fortunately or Unfortunately this incident made a deep encroachment in his mind ,that John drew stoplight panhandler in his next round of painting competition and won the first place fetching him the entry ticket for the next future rounds of the competition."Every single moment of life is precious"John whispered to himself.Ultimately his school days also came to an end.John secured good total and got a seat in the nearby college with computer science as his major.

EPISODE 15-AN INCIDENT

The busy city awoke to Monday morning, ready to face another hectic week of work and life. Like most city dwellers on such a weekday, John started off on his daily trek to the school. John had spent the weekend with his parents something he always did, for he was never so happy as when he returned home. The love he felt from her parents, would tide him over to the next weekend. Unlike most people, John never disliked Mondays. It just meant he was one day closer to Saturday. It was with these thoughts, that he walked down the sidewalk, on his way to work.

However, when John came to the stoplight, his thoughts changed course. This day had started like most others, but somehow, something felt different. Then it came to him.John looked around for the panhandler who had chosen that place as his spot.He had grown accustomed to his silent presence at the stoplight. He would greet him with a smile and drop lose change into his cup. The man would nod and look down, never saying a word. John had observed his long, unkempt brown hair.He had noticed his beard reached the top of his faded blue jacket. John saw he always wore the same pair of worn sneakers - ones with duct tape wound about them, to keep the soles in place. To his horror,John even observed he never wore slippers, no matter how Hot it was outside

But today, the spot where he always occupied, stood empty. Every day, without fail, he had always been there. John looked at the other people that waited at the stoplight. Most of them he recognized, for they too, made the same route to work, every day. As the light turned green, John saw none of them had noticed the missing member of their daily gathering. He looked at his watch. Yes, he had a little time before School. For the first time in months, John did not cross the street with the others when the light turned green. Instead, he searched the side walk on either side of the stoplight. It was then, he saw a dark alley separating two tall buildings near the panhandler's spot.

By nature, John was not intrepid. However, his concern for the stoplight panhandler, and His desire to not be late for work, propelled him forward in action not typical of a generally, thoughtful young man. In his haste, though, he remembered to pray before entering. "Safety is of the Lord," he reminded himself. He wrinkled his nose, for everything smelled of foul odors, and rotting trash. Cardboard boxes were piled up high against trash cans; a small stream of water ran down the black asphalt. John slowly walked to the end of the alley.

As he turned to leave, John noticed a huddled form crouched between two trash cans. He gave a sudden start, but the form did not move. It did not seem to be aware of his presence at all. John took a step closer, careful not to make any noise. As dark clouds softly parted overhead, a ray of light fell upon the huddled form's face, revealing the stoplight panhandler. His eyes were closed, and his arms were wrapped around his torso. The faded jacket was no longer blue, but soaked in a dark red substance. Alarmed John knelt down beside him on the damp asphalt. John bent down and put his ear up to his chest. His heart was beating, but it was very faint. This man was dying. John jumped to his feet, and dashed out of the dark alley. He had to find a telephone, quickly.

No one noticed the boy as he frantically ran down the streaked gray sidewalk, searching for a pay phone. Across the street, he spotted a secondhand bookstore. John quickly crossed the street, forgetting to look before he did so. A yellow taxi screeched to a halt, narrowly missing John. The driver stuck his head out and yelled at him in a language he did not understand.

"Sorry!" John called back. he opened the bookstore door and ran to the counter. "May I use your phone? It's an emergency!" he hurriedly asked an old man sitting by the cash register. The old man looked up sleepily.

"Just so as it's not long distance," he replied grumpily. John nodded as he grabbed the telephone receiver. His fingers trembled as he dialed 911. To his disbelief, the number was busy.

"Please, God, make them answer!" he urgently pleaded. The old man opened his eyes again, curiously observing his anguish as one would passively watch television. John's heart pounded loudly in his ears. The sound reminded him that with every passing moment, the stoplight panhandler lost more blood. "Don't let him die, God!" he prayed outloud. After what seemed to John to be an eternity, a voice answered.

************TO BE CONTINUED**********************

EPISODE 14-OPEN THINE HAND WIDE

Wake up dear," Mrs. wilson coaxed, nudging her sleeping son's shoulder. John, former secretary of contemporary arts and crafts have come to meet you,saying so she pulled the covers over his head in silent protest. "There's a reporter from 'America Weekly' downstairs and he wants an interview. You aren't in any trouble, are you, Love?" asked Mrs.Wilson.

John pushed back his long, brown bedsheet away from his face and looked into his mother's troubled eyes. "Of course not!" smiled John. "Go back and keep Dad company. I'll be there in a minute," he reassured.

Mrs.wilson went back downstairs while John got dressed. He took a deep breath and descended from his room. A casually dressed man stood up and approached John as he entered the living room.

"Mr.John?" he asked, holding out his hand, in a friendly manner. "I'm Jose Fernandez of 'America Weekly.'"

"Mr. Fernandez," replied John, shaking his hand.

"Call me Jose," he smiled, taking out a tape recorder. "May I record this interview?" he asked, looking up for his permission.

"Why not?" replied john dryly.

"Do I sense reluctance, Mrs.Wilson ?" asked Jose, taking out his note pad. "I thought everyone loved publicity."

"Some more than others," replied John evenly, accepting the cup of tea his mother handed him. Jose smiled grimly. He could tell this wasn't going to be as easy of an interview as he had hoped.

"Mrs. Wilson," he began, "are you currently employed or are you a house maker?" John took a sip of tea, his hand slightly trembling. When Jose first mentioned the fact John won the city level art competition which is gonna be a turning point in johns life , he had an uneasy feeling of which direction the interview was going to take.

"No, I am not," replied Mrs.Wilson rashly. Mr.Wilson looked up from his newspaper. This was news to him! He had thought his son had merely enjoying at home having shared the joy of winning first place in the competition with his family and friends.

"See Mr.Jose we never knew that our son John participated in that painting competition,and we are sorry to say he ll never take part in any such competition hereon and you may leave now.thank you for bringing this incident to our notice" ferociously said Mrs.Wilson.Jose understood the mind set of John's Parents, and he explained that John had a great future in Fine arts.But nothing fell into the deaf ears of Mrs.Sandra.John held the tears that failed to fall on the earth.John was on his Christmas vacation,so his parents held him up in the house,there by to prevent him from taking part in painting competitions,but John didn't stop his works he decided to start his computer business in a wider scale,So he worked over it.Meantime many of his friends and relatives appreciated John for his creative works and paintings.This bought slight change in MR.and Mrs.Wilson's mind .They never restricted as well they didn't appreciate for his painting works.Meanwhile Kenneth started visiting John everyday,they become intimate friends.John Trusted Kenneth more than anyone so do Kenneth Believed John. Year passed by and John is now in the final year of high school.He had a great responsibility as he had to prove himself and his mind constantly thinking about his vows.Even though he already taken few steps and succeeded successfully by fetching good name and fortune he wanted to prove more.On June 14th 2004 to every ones surprise John and Laura was announce as the School Pupil Leader of his school.It was the first time in the 128 year history of the school that a student who got detained and a student who was titled worthless was made head boy .More over John studied in that institution only for 4 years,there were many other students like Jones ,Brown, Miller, Anderson.But the board members was keen on selecting John as SPL.

John Felt that he was the happiest person in the world for a second,he remembered the day when his dad and grand pa was insulted.John took a turn around and saw the ones who insulted him for Most of them John was the best student now.but few still had their grudge in their Mind.But John didn't worry about that as he was sure he could prove himself. what ever and how ever the case be Johns and the schools Glory is now in thyself.

EPISODE 13-VANTAGE LIFE

John had never before experienced what it was like to be loved and cared for by someone unselfishly.He was safe, and protected. As a little wildflower, who was wind-blown and burnt with the sun, abused by this world, he found shade, at last, from a tall green tree who took notice of something so tiny and insignificant. And instead of ignoring the flower's pain, (which it could do very easily from so high a vantage), the tree sheltered it, and tended it. To be content with a discarded bloom, and find in it beauty and fragrance, everything to be desired - only true love can perform such a transformation .But then john felt lonely until he got a seat in commerce department and rest was sweet.Eventhough John scored very well in science ,he wasnt given the first group as he had a inadequate knowledge in Maths,so his teachers decided him to put him in commerce.Ofcourse John wanted to get into computers field ,so he took commerce with computers as allied and stepped ahead.

It was a usual introduction session,where John met few new friends namely Kenneth, Marcus, Hector and he had one friend from his previous class he is Perry.John and Perry are good friends they use to study together during exams,hang out around with friends and so they seem to have no problem with the change in group.John found the same thing with Marcus,hector and many others.But Kenneth stayed all alone,he was new to the school and he had problem communicating in English.John and Perry introduced themselves and over a month they became a good friends.Perry even though didn't like the moves of Kenneth,he never showed it out to Kenneth.But John understood that and advised Kenneth not to mingle too much with girls as it ll affect his studies.Kenneth took up his advise and This made John and Kenneth more close.John had taken a oath that he ll definitely make his parents proud when they were insulted when he was in 9th grade,just getting Good marks is not enough to succeed,he worked hard in all aspects like cultural , academics ,sports.side by side he did finished his hardware diploma also which fetched him more confidence.John Started training Kenneth how to communicate properly,Kenneth showed more interest,They both spent almost the whole day together and learnt new things.Meanwhile Perry also Joined them.

John Shone well in Academics ,for everyones surprise John got second Rank in a class of 52.He took up many competitions in intra and inter school competitions ,People wondered whether it was the same fellow who miserably failed to speak English ,who failed in all walks of life.With added confidence John started his career as a computer administrator assembling ,and pre-formatting computer hard disks for friends and relatives.He earned a very good name and Respect from all his friends and his teachers especially Mr.Noah who was his commerce and accountancy professor.Johns Mind was invariably thinking about achieving something big ,big in the sense like touching the sky high in whatever field he gets on to.He was also keen in participating the All india Artist association competition that is conducted national wide.John Enrolled himself with the money which he earned from assembling few computers in the vicinage.But he didnt reveal this to his parents as they might curb his desire.

He took up the competition which consist of 6 rounds which will ultimately take a year and half to reach the final 6th round.John is the happiest person in this world now,he got everything what he wanted starting from happy family,good friends,peacefulness,money of his own,everything he enjoyed .He was perfect in his duties so no one questioned him neither debated for what he says.To be more clear everyone started envying seeing John's Success.

EPISODE 12-DAYS OF GLORY

John thought Thank god ! atleast they set me free without berating! "But I wish they could have seen my painting ," . By the time he left the appartment campus, the sun was burning hot in the sky. Cars sped by him, as he picked his way through the crowd on the side of the street, his mind bent on getting back home before his parents come to know about this. After he had walked some distance, he realized that none of the surroundings around him were familiar.

"I must have went in the wrong direction," he thought, making an effort not to panic. "Help me, God!" he again pleaded.

A young man wearing a white T-shirt passed by him and then abruptly stopped.

"Excuse me,are you the artist who came to Downtown apts ?" With a surprised face, he nodded. "Richard has been looking everywhere for you! You better follow me." He motioned to John to follow him, as he turned in the opposite direction from which he was headed. "I never thought Richard might allow these kinda things inside apartment," he said, shaking his head. "I don't think he's ever looked twice at anything in his life, He turned to look at John as they walked. His head was bent, and he remained silent. The young man was obviously curious, but refrained from asking any questions. The walk that led to the big apartments, soon told John that he was near home.

"Hey! Richard! Get out here, I got you the artist!" he shouted. John became even more embarrassed than before. When no one came out to meet them, the young man sat down on the porch swing. John walked out 'f the campus, and quickly squeezed his eyes &

immediately wipped da falling tears from his face with a hankey .John buried his face in the handkey and let the tears he had been holding back, burst through. John soon made his way up the walk, confident that, wherever meets him and what ever happens we must not loose confidence and stick on to our goals".

"So you lost him on the first day," the man on the porch swing joked when Mr.Richard came out.

"Did you find him, Terry?" asked Richard.

"Sure did." He descended the steps, and whispered in Richards's ear, "I think he was embarrassed. I mean, after all, to go the wrong direction when there were only two directions in the first place! There's only one main road in all of Three..."

"Thank you, Terry," interrupted Richard and asked but where s the young man??.

"There he is ,pointing to John,said terry"

"But, just don't lose him again," said Terry, grinning ear to ear. "Aren't you going to go in?" he teased @ John.

"Aren't you ever going to leave?" asked Richard, half-jokingly. Terry threw his arms up in the air.

"I know when I'm not wanted!" he exclaimed, sauntering down the walk, mimicking someone who just had his feelings hurt.

"Terry!"

"Yeah?"

"Thanks."

He smiled, and left.

John opened the door, and looked looked out for Richard. He rccollected the face it was none other than the owner of the shop in front of the apartment and the secretary of the appartment.In the beginning John thought he called him back to advise him or to berate him for his act that morning.But to his surprise he enquired about john and his whereabout and he also enquired about the painting rates."asking So," he muttered to himself, "wow that's nice work young boy ! John soon discovered that he is on some plan to promote his painting sales!. "here opens the door for you young man " he said gently lookin each and every painting of his. "thank u,thaks a lot Mr..Richard ." The heartfelt tone in his voice did not fall on deaf ears. The door opened behind John with a squiggling sound, and the security who took him out of the campus the same morning serveh him a cup of coffee!Richard embraced him, and all was well again.wow ! how much these paintings costs ?? inquired the security to John!!! nothing other than that would have comforted John.

John was countenanced to Display/sell his paintings in that campus! there started a good deed to John!He soon earned peoples appreciation for his art works,even though he did not aim to make profit out of his talent, the situation necessitated him to do so!Simultaneously john Joined Advance diploma in Computer Motherboard technology. He took orders to do interior wall designings for bedrooms and drawing hall based on customers wish.John's Summer vacation came to an End, he had to concentrate on studies again.So he belittled paintings but did not stop painitngs completely ! In a couple of days He got one more happy news soon that had cleared his 10th grade in first class,which made John and his family members very happy!John recollected the day when his maths teacher said they would get centum result if ind looses in world cup finals-even though that was a stupid thing, it actually boosted John's confidence! "Thanks mam" Months and weeks of Hard labour finally saved us,now gotta get ready for our next mission John .whispered to himself!:-)

EPISODE 11-ELIXIR OF LIFE

As the morning dawned,the warm shower of ray from the sun pierced through the window of the little house,John opened his eyes.careful not to awaken his parents he quitely got out of bed and tiptoed carefully.In a couple of minutes Johns parents also got up, by that time john got ready in his new blue dress(the only article of clothing he had except his school uniform) for his first day of business...with determination and with very little experience, he made up his mind and was ready to set off,In executing his business plans,in every walk "he reasoned to himself" i must succeed.The cool wind from the horizon perfumed his face as he stepped out into the sunlight.He looked upward, and witnessed several small clouds scudding across the sky, as if bent on a happy errand as he was himself. The path from the little house led to a street teeming with trucks and cars . John looked about him. People were walking down the sides of the road,carrying Briefcase in one hand, and rushing to office , few people taking the air .John followed the road, keeping a lookout for anything resembling an apartment.The busy street did not bother him.In fact he was glad to see so many people.Since this i sthe first time John was coming out for a business every little thing that appread to his eyes was a milestone to him..hence he noticed every little thing very cautiously.

"So this is what a Appartment looks like.," he mused. John's was an individual hoz, its a government quarters given to his dad,moreover his house was inaccessible to public and sparsely populated he almost spent al of his time in his house watching his parents face ,he couldnt find any friend living outside, so he have no idea of how those people ll behave and ther attitude . Mostly his dad carried their groceries for everyday cookin,so he missed that chance even to keep in touch with the outer world. He entered a place to sell his works it was a huge appartments wit a 10 blocks each block had 5 floors and in each floor 3 domiciliate.The doors slid open as he walked through, and a gust of cold air chilled his face. The huge hallway clamored with the sounds of music playing over the loud speakers, and the sounds of squeaky carts slowly making their way down the aisles. He walked to the closest aisle and scanned.For the first time that morning, he felt out of place. Unfamiliar labels proclaimed the virtues of unfamiliar products. For a second or two, he felt like retreating. But, his desire to succeed in life , made him stand fast. Suddenly a Security guard came in and said,"you are not allowed to carry any thing with u sir" John said,but i m am an artist i am here to sell my paintings...the guard laughed and said, sir we dont buy or sell paintings...at this juncture only john came to know that it was not the entrance of the apartments and it was a departmental store.

"God, please help me," he silently pleadedsince his first attempt itself became seen of comedy."May I help you,Mr?" asked a short portly man with a balding head. He wore a Black coat from his accent and body language John understood he was from a well-off family .His short stubby fingers clutched a brown clipboard as he waited for John's reply. Are you looking for any paintings...??? canvassed John..he started explaining the painting,from his conversation John came to know that he was the secretary of the Apartments situated behind the Shop and was the owner of the shop.He showed a little interest but then didnt encourage John's idea.he called in the security and asked him to take John along with him .Poor John fele depressed and walked with a blank mind..he stopped on the way with a new thought flashing..what was tat???

TO BE CONTINUED......

EPISODE 10-MIGHTY (H)ART

The cold night air enfolded John as he slowly walked back to his little yellow house.

Chaumont Bay reflected the moonlight, giving the appearance of two moons. John rested his head on his pillow,with some cryptic mind. The peacefulness of the night mirrored his heart.Is it possible that i could prove something,or will i be able to bring out my talents ?? wat should i do for that?? all these thoughts were running in John's mind..Suddenly a bright Idea flashed upon John's mind, "i m good at paintings ; if i can paint for hobby why not as a business???"yes this is the right thing that i can do for now to stand on my own for my everyday needs.John's decision was clear and he was very confident that it will definitely help him a lot. From the next morning john was not just a school student but a rookie business man too.Since not a professional in business, john's aim is not amazing wealth but just a little profit to earn his livelihood....."well. .well. .well.."plan is very gud John but how am i gonna implement it??"" John was in serious dilemma whether to start business or not ,becoz he know not even the methodology of business.moreover he was uncertain; when,where and how to start the business.

Moreover he was pretty much sure that his parents would not allow him to start on with a business for and on his own.

As the Fresh day set out the first Somehow John made up his mind that he should definitely bring out his talents , so he approached his parents with his plan for it to get zpproved , for his surprise his parents readily agreed to start of with a business on one condition.,that is they ll not provide even a penny for his business and also they ll not support if he brings in any loss or problem with the business.they also said they dont want any money that he earnes from the business and expected him to use it for his own needs. John was very much confident that he ll be successful ,and ll not bring in bad name for his parents.Ultimately john took up his first step reckoning into a small square woody box with plenty of currencies and coins concealed in it,which he had saved since from 2nd standard.He had around 1000 bucks in currency note and about 300 bucks in coins..He took that 1000bucks alone kept it in front of god prayed before he embarked on his business plan.He took his cycle and pedaled towards a shop named contemporary gallery which was about 4 kms from John's hoz ,where he purchased materials like canvas, paints, brushes and stuffs required for painting.

The same evening John started his lively touch with a extemporize skill.John was very keen on establishing himself in the society,so he worked hard towards that.Ultimately he had few hindrances as we say every lock has a key and viceversa, john had a barricade in in the path of his success,painting requires peace and repose,which was curbed in his househis parents frequent quarrels disquieted him,"Never mind those things John,we have our future in our hand les concentrate on that"he boosted himself .In a couple of weeks his paintings was ready for sale but now da barricade is in findind a buyer for his paintings.Either he has to display it in a exhibition which is impossibe since it requires huge amount of investment and for now he has just 5 paintings which can only be sold in person..so he decided to approach the nearby apartments .Hence he decided to proceed with that idea, where he experienced quite a lot of humiliation,which actually served him as a gud experience.

A DAY I'LL NEVER FORGET

“I love you not only for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you. I love you not only for what you have made of yourself, but for what you are making of me. I love you for the part of me that you bring out.”

“In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.”

I'LL NEVER FORGET TO REMEMBER THESE THINGS BECOZ THIS PARTICULAR DATE MEANS A LOT TO ME,THANKS TO MY FRIENDS & MY WELL WISHERS....

  SATHYA

CHAPTER 9 - BLISS OF SOLITUDE

"Thanks for the easy paper god and thanks for ma dear friends for helping me,make them fetch high marks god "prayed John.This was rthe happiest day in my life. He looked up at the sky and began counting the faint stars that were fast appearing with the approach of night. Anything was possible, today.But John smiled weakly, refusing to take part in his own happy spirit.He knew, from observation, that his parents could put out any happiness John was feeling right now, with very little effort. The closer he reached his home, the more John grew concerned. When his home was finally in view, John pulled his thoughts aside.John closed the front door to find his mother pacing the floor.After that days exam,he went out with his friends enjoyin the last day of his high school education,even though he was he was very much sure that his mother is going to blast him for roaming about the streets ,he went out with his friends,hence John was prepared to give answer to any kind of question that sandra gonna shoot upon him.But to his surprise Sandra didnt ask any question but at him with an intense hatred that scared John,he held on to his conscious so tightly as if his life is dependent on it.

"It's your fault," said Sandra, twisting the pillow she held tightly in her arms. "I never had any trouble until the day you were born." John Froze.,We had a happy family" she stated firmly, pacing the floor once more, "until u born." John sank to the floor, stunned by what his mother had just said.Even though his mother had spoken so hardly John knew it was just because of the agony and pain of his heart she is speaking like this.But then he couldnt find out the exact reason for his mothers violant behaviour.She really cares much aout the family ,but often she fights with his father ..all these made John Worry about his future.What ever happens life needs to be kept going, keeping this in mind John walked silently to his couch without his supper.

John quickly found his way to the justice of the peace,Since John is a gud artist he decided to practise his strokes,so that he can develop his skill as well as pass time too.John had a terrible summer vacation.Almost all of his friends left the town for vacation hence John stood all alone without any company to pass time.Moreover John's parents had a belligerent life,having new theme to battle everyday.John felt like running out of house,though he cannot do so.In their busy engagemet often they faild to remember they had a child named "John" for whom they have to feed.John is no more child but a teen who could sustain hunger as well as anger of their parents buty then sometimes he felt "What a life have you given me god,instead you could take me back along with you" muttered and grumbled john.

John was lying down in his couch in a vacant and pensive mood,for the first time in his life a bright idea flashed upon his mind.

Keep waiting till the next post

Till then Guess wat s that Idea ???

To be continued in "Bliss of solitude-2"

CHAPTER 8-THE BEDLAM BIZ

It was almost the final phase of the game , John's parents felt he was queer.Its just because they have never seen him watching neither TV nor cricket but having his public exam the next day he showed no tension but equanimity watching the worldcup finals..John smelled his parents flavor,but then silently he continued wat he was doin.Almost 35 overs have gone,but india was making headway,which created more tautness in John's mind.To avoid tautness to a greater extent,he quit watchin the match and decided to revise his portions so that he can come back and watch the rest of the match after a hour of sincer final preparation for his next days exam.It was almost 8PM so his parents called him for dinner."hmmm just now i came to study ,but u r calling me immediately"buzzed John,saying so he continued his revision..John's dad approached him askin wats wrong with him,why is he not serious enough in preparing for his exams..??? John managed to convince Mr.Wilson.He then moved over for his dinner,simultaneously tuned to the sports channel watching out for any improvement in australia's side.Wow sachin got out and 2 more wickets also gone in a short span !!! Switching off the TV john left the hall and went to his couch.

The first light of the dawn beamed into John's eyes,with a hope for a gud news about the previous days final match he switchd on the TV,the first news that flashed upon his eyes was that India lost the World cup..John's felt very relaxed and satisfied with that news.With a new hope and with a superstitious belief happily got ready for the first day exam.John's Parents felt the cheerfulness again in John,they felt happy that john facing the exam with full confidence, they also discussed with themselves "John is confident Becoz he has prepared well itseems,john's dad exclaimed to his wife -"did u notice John was so confident,that he just revised only for a hour for todays exam .that means he had mastered the subject i guess" Innocent parents didnt understand that John was completely hooked on luck.

His examination center was in da middle of the town ,which was about 3 kms south from his house.As soon as he reached his destination he looked for his maths teacher in oceam of students standing around him. He once spotted her and greeted her with a warm morning wish and in his excitation he declared that he ll definitely pass in her subject as India lost its final chance to win the cup.But he was immediately smashed down with a angry tone " because of that alone u ll never pass, u have to put in your own effort from u r part to pass... did u atleast prepare the graphs and the theorems that i ve asked u to ??? asked his maths teacher ,even though he didnt prepare he didnt want to get unnecessary objurgations he calmly said "yeah ofcourse madam i did "

John heard the distant toll of church bell from the nearby church,30mins later the exam bell also rang announcing the entrance of the exam..only 30 min left out to see his fate in the name question paper.JOhn stood stunned thinking "did i make any mistake by wasting the time without preparing the last night???, but his conscious said "its now to late to think about it,so lets proceed with confidence and face anything and everything,There is no alternate though"Lost in thought John stood still all alone..."Aren't you coming?"Jones asked, surprised to see him still standing where he had left him. He shook his head, ashamed of what he had to tell him."i seriously didnt prepare well-said john to jones" the peak hour crowd had eaten, giving the ground a deserted look.John was a bit tensed to see the that the people were gone.Slowly John started of his foot,walking towards his exam hall...for John his exam room was like a sullen hall... But John had a comfortable seat beneath a wide open Dutch window,the exam center was located near the Three Mile Bay,so from his desk John could see the waves kissing the shore.It was a excellent scenery.On seeing that John's mind calmed down a moment he regained his confidence.Even though he had a tough time with his first and second exam,John performed really well with the other subjects that too he was pretty sure in getting 1st mark in science.

Days and nights of hard work flew,Exams too..John was happy with his performance and was waiting to reap the fruits of his hardwork."i've done my best, u r's is the rest,"Uttered John while he prayed to god every day.

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JOHN's

SPECIAL SUMMER

NEW VENTURES

Chapter 7-He Will Never Forget

"I gotta be more cautious now,i m in tenth standard now , already i have wasted my parents money and also a year in ma academics,so lemme do well this time " this was john's mentation forever,"i m an amateur in studies,lemme do something to bring out ma potential",he decides to approached his friend Miller and Laura:Both Laura and Miller is no more new to him,so they ll definitely help me ,hoping the same he approach them:As he desired they assisted him in all the ways they could.Slowly John started acquiring confidence,moreover he developed a great attraction towards Science the main reason behind is he had a great respect towards Mrs.Patricia who handled the subject,Also he found the subject interesting and simple too.the first term exam begun John was verymuch confident in fetching good marks ..the results came , for his anticipation he passed in all subjects except maths...But john never worried about that Bcoz he didnt put in any effort in maths,so he was aware that he'll flunk that ;but he had faith in him tat he ll pass the next time.John studied his everyday lessons then and there havin no back logs in his works .He never let any one answer in the class,before anyone could start he would have answered the question that has been posted.Almost for each and every dusk u can find John either in Laura's or Miller's place.Both of their family members too encouraged them in helping John. John felt that he was really blessed to have such a wonderful friends.It was the mid of september,almost 80% of the syllabus is over , john's mental attidude changed ,he started viewing things in a new dimention,his desire changed, he started aiming high,now his aim was not jus passing and to jus simply get some "n" rank,he wants to be the first, he desired to get high marks,high tat he should be the topper!! But will it be possible???

Everythin is possible if u strive hard to attain it...if this is true ! why not John can ???? John had another friend by name "Lucas"..he is a boarder joined this institution only a few months ago ,but he became very good friend of every one,usually Boarders ll stick people so easily since they dont have any other entertainment or company other than chatting with anyone they see in the school.He actually loved a girl named"Elina" she is not from John's class but she was in 'B' section.He never listen in the class and no one has ever seen him quitely or sincerly listening him in the class, he bypasses his class by sleepin in the class hours or during breaks .John was the one sitting next to him in the class,but slowly john started moving away from him,since he actually tried John fall in love with "Anna" one of the close friend of Laura and moreover Lucas know that Jones loved Elina..But John was very clear in his decision.Lucas tried all possible way to deviate Johns from his studies but ultimately he couldnt succeed. soon after a few months he fought with his hostel Warden and was terminated from the school for striking the hostel warden.

John was appreciated for his hardwork,except his maths teacher "Mrs.Jane" she always worried a lot about John.... her favourite dialog "u buffaloes, y the hell u idoits come and sit in 10th standard without knowing what is maths making us die teaching u maths" often she shoot up this dialog to John."But wat can i do ?? is there any guide like Renin martin to learn maths"????? John ever asked this question ..!!!" ohfff i guess for working out maths one must have something called brain" Some times john contradict himself,saying things like this. Like a wave which eagerly travels towards the shore promptly, The halfyearly exams were approaching him closely ..johns visit to the Laura's hoz rapidly increased..as he wished he acquired first mark in three subjects but this time too he miserably failed in maths...this increased everyones temper,everyone in the sense his teachers,his friends.his parents..but John was very much sure he ll pass in the final exam...whenever Johns maths teacher gets any free time she called up john and made him work out few of the easier problems that would help him to pass in the eximination.Meanwhile, john was badgered by few of his fello mates not to trust upon laura for she is not a very gud girl to trust upon.But John understood it was all because of pure envy on Laurs fame they say such things,but john never let things out to laura as he thought if he say what happened,it ll ultimately harm the good friendship between laura and those friends,moreover he did'nt want to ruin the harmony of the class .Everyone was given the hall ticked except few guys which included john,But why me??? outcried John.it was because of his maths teacher Mrs.Jane who barred the issue of hall ticked to john and many other among which moore s to be mentioned...it was the day before finals of ICC World cup 2003 almost she tried all sort of stuffs to make them pass, she even asked john and moore to copy the one words from someone in the exam so that they clear the paper ,"as if she is going to appear for exam ,she was so much worried that i could see the fear in mrs.Jane's eyes "..said john to moore. she was bit superstitious,that while concluding the final special class for them, said in the next days world cup finals between INDIA & AUSTRALIA ""if australia wins the world cup definitely ""we would get centum result...is tat a curse or a bless??? wondered John!!! the net day every one was unfeignedly preparing for public exams, even the top rankers , but John was seroiusly watching world cup finals Match to conform whether he ll pass in maths or not,since centum reflects john passin in maths,the match was goin serious,almost everyone prayed India should win the match was a dream game for india becoz nearly after two decades India qualifies for finals so it should win for sure ,but john exclusively prayed that australia should win the match,"yeah i know i m too selfish but centum means i m praying for others too" john uttered & contradicted to himself !!!the match almost attained its final tantrum...tension was flowing out of everyones eyes in the stadium...even john's too...his heart started pounding..

Will india loose ? if then will JOhn pass ????

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CHAPTER 6-THEY MUST KNOW

As the charismatic black sky Meander its prtoective blanket to shower a enigmatic blue to announce the outset of a new Dawn..Jonh tardily opened his eyes with an aesthetic view...and susurrating to himself " Its our Nation's independence day today,we don't have school,and what do we do today...???"...before he could finish off what he was thinking ,he heard a loud noise behind his bedroom wall ..wats this noise????? it was John's parents shouting at the top of heir voice ,quarrelling early in the morning, even before the sun is shone...."John palpated the issue and said,Ohfff, i am gonna have a hectic day man "John reciting the same ,John thought...."""whenever there is a holiday ,almost all the children would love to be at home or go out along with their parents or with their friends,But me?????????????"""..But john was different..since he has faced almost all kind of turmoil at this tender age, he didnt trust any of the people he knew Noteven his parents for that matter .. He enjoyed his days all alone..But John always had a suspicion that what might be the reason behind their parents unhappy life,and why is thier Marriage life so unsuccessful..Is that because of deficit Money??? or lack of proper understanding???? is that because of "me"...?? or something that is beyond the scope of my age or understanding???????? all these questions was perpetually banging John's head.. Since john is the only child he didnt had any one to share either his happy or his lamentable times ...hence whenever John stood up with a vacant or pensive mood, John would just sit alone and start painting watever that flashes upon his mind...Often Sandra failed to understand john craving for the pat of affection..she was so grievous that half of the time she didnt cook at all ... she didnt take care of John...very often this happened,since John is too young he couldnt bear Neither the agony of his heart Nor the hunger of his stomach.His dad was bit concerned about John but then he was afraid of sandra that she might create some other problem if Mr.Wilson could take John along with him for lunch or something like that. JOhn felt that his dad was correct in one way and his mom on other way...he also thought that understanding and Holding up each other in all the walks of life is a properway to lead a peaceful family..." poor mom & dad, u dont know this fact i guess "whispered John.

That evening John thought of visiting Millers hoz,hence he started in his Cycle towards millers house which was just a few miles North from John's house. As the afternoon faded fast into evening, the sun slowly sank in the horizon. The sky was clear, belying the fact that the day before, was storm- tossed and angry. Now, all was forgiven, and the bay sank into a restful peace that spoke to John's heart.John enjoyed taking a long ride in the evenings..After a gratifying pedaling John reached Millers house.John stepped in Millers house ,raised his hands to Knock the door"dock!! dock!!" a middle aged women opened the door ,giving a warm welcome with a happy smile..it was Jessica ,Millers mother. John eyes eagerly browsed through all the rooms in millers home lookin for miller,but he caught no sign of him."How r u doin john???, how is your studies going on??" asked Mrs.Jessica Parker."oh yah i m fine and ma studies goin real gud,well mrs,Parker, where is miller???" oh "you have come to see miller and not me huh??? "mrs.parker was actually chaffing ,even john knows that "no no noo not like that mrs.parker,i jus thought of spending the evening with Miller tats........"soon interrupted Mrs.Parker"i was just kidding son,actually miller has gone some where out with his dad,i hope they ll be back in a couple of hours"...soon after sometime John Left Millers house and started peddling to an unknown destination,where he saw a happy brother and sister playin Badminton in the corridor of a Flat that was a kilometer away from Millers house. Something flashed John,he backed again and took a Brighter look @ those kids again..ohhh!!! It was none other than Laura and her Brother Mark..in his delight John stepped down from his bicycle and walked towards Laura..Laura was Glad seeing John she walked towards him along with her brother .To John's Surprise, Laura Expelled john from her apartment,But John understood that it was Because,she was afraid of inviting a guy to her house,moreover John was new to her and to her family.Without making any hesitation John immediately left her apartments ,while leaving he saw Laura's mom standing in the verandah watching the whole scene.

Left behind alone,John wavered to get back home ...For the first time in his life, he decided to visit the nearby beach,he slowly wheeled towards chaumont bay.After reaching the destination he gently parked his cycle near a lamp post & he took a effortless walk to the shore while walking he noticed many things among which, stood a small house, encircled by a white picket fence, happily basking in the twilight. Along the front of the house, ran a long porch, covered in screen, creating a shelter from insects and bugs. Inside, he could see a porch swing, rocking gently in the breeze. The house was painted a soft yellow, "just like the color of the sun when it rises from the night," John noted. In front of the porch, lay a thick bed of white and yellow flowers. To his delight, he noticed they were tulips. If he stood in the breeze just right, John could smell their fragrance right away.The scene spread before John,as if on display just for him. John struggled to swallow the tears he felt inside."If I could experience, for just one day, a rest as peaceful and quiet as this, I would be content to die tomorrow." He spoke this under her breath, sincerely meaning every word. "I wonder who lives there," he thought, wishing for a look at the inside of such a happy home. John stood there, lost in his imagination.That night as John entered his house he was thwarted by his parents, ther still continued their unidentified quarrel.Without having anything for the night he went to his couch.John's eyes cautiously peeked over his knees. The room had transformed into a beautiful hue of silver.John seeing the moon light felt Relieved .John slowly moved the heavy bed across the floor, scooting it flat up against the south window where the moon's light was the brightest. Now he could sleep in it's light Dreaming all throug the night.For John, light meant happiness.

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• JOHN'S NEW GUIDE
  
• JOHN GETTING PROMOTED TO 10TH STANDARD
  
• JOHN INVOLMENT IN SCIENCE