Fork VS Chopsticks!!!

While looking for ideas for blogs, My Mother called me for dinner. We were having Noodles. So, I went to the kitchen to get myself a Fork, while my sister wanted to use Chopsticks. ‘Hmm?’ I thought. ‘Why don’t I write about which is better?, Fork or Chopsticks?’

 

This thought came to me last year, but today, that idea came to me again. Before I forget about it, (again) let me lay down the Pros and Cons of both.

 

First up;  The Fork!

 

Pros- 1. One piece

          2. Easy to hold

          3. Can pierce meats and veggies very well.

          4. Comes in many sizes and variations (Color, shape and material)

          5. Everyone knows how to use it.

 

Cons- 1. Is considered as a weapon in many parts of the                                   world.

                2. May get hurt using them.

                3. No health benefits from forks.

                4. Eats more due to fast grabbing.

                5. Is not appreciated to use forks in countries like Japan and Korea.

 

Next up; Chopsticks!

 

Pros- 1. Easy to use chopsticks to grab things, like rice, peas,                      tomatoes, etc.

               2. Can show off to friends and relatives.

               3. It is like exercising your brain and hands when using chopsticks.

               4. A good skill to know if travelling to Japan, Korea, China, etc.

              5. Because of it’s blunt ends, they are not used for stabbing, which is                considered rude in some countries.

 

Cons- 1. Pretty hard to learn and master using chopsticks.

                2. Takes time to finish eating.

                3. If you break your fingers, they are really hard to use.

                4. Many chopsticks are thrown after use, which is bad.

                5. Hard to grip onto round, circular things.

 

Well, what do you think? Will you change your go-to utensil for Noodles next time? Or would you stick on to your choice? 

 

That is for ‘You’ to choose, and for ‘Me’ to;

   

EAT NOODLES!!!

Unity In Diversity!

Hey Guys, It’s me. Maybe by now, you all must have already known my topic, so let’s get started. But before that, I have one quick question. How do u think our culture is different from other states? (Hint: I am talking about the Indian States!)

Well, Of Course, we differ in our religion, clothing, language, festivals, etc. We may be different in many ways but we are ultimately humans. You must have heard that India is called a Diverse Country. Let me tell what is the reason behind this through a story –

Once upon a time, there lived two neighbors in a happy cheerful kingdom. Their names were Raafta and Ram. One neighbor was Muslim and the other was Hindu. There were not just neighbors but also very close friends. They would go to work together, eat together in short, they did everything together. Many days passed in happiness, but one evening on EID raaftar was sad because he did not have anyone celebrate this time. His old parents lived far away and even his sister. While in deep thought, a small boy came and said that his neighbor is invited u to dinner. He was puzzled and thought why he has called me on a such day? When he reached, to his surprise. Wait, I won’t tell you further I want u all to guess what could have happened there that made raaftar shocked?

Well yes, He was shocked because in that room there was a variety of food laid on the table and along with that his parents and his sister were there! Raaftar was in tears after so long he was meeting his parents and his sister, after all. He thanked ram for bringing his parents and his sister. After a heartful dinner, He asked ram, why did he do this for him? Ram said He wanted to do something good so people from outside counties can understand “We may be different in culture but we are born by the same god, same land we are united in diversity.”

So, you see, we may be different in religion, but we can still be friends if we remove our religion aside for one day at least, we can see the true colors of the rainbow. Rainbow of Unity in Diversity.

Hestia-The Hearth of Olympus

When I say the words ‘Greek gods’, the first thing that may come in your mind are the Olympians. The Olympians are 12 Greek gods and goddesses, from Zeus to Dionysus. But did you know that there are 2 more major gods?

 

Yes. Though they are not part of the 12, Hades and Hestia were very important deities, maybe even more powerful than Zeus. Okay, you might know Hades, God of the Underworld, Eldest son of Kronos and Rhea, etc. But, have you even heard about Hestia? No? Well here I am to fill you in on the First and Last Olympian.

 

Hestia was the Greek goddess of the Hearth, Home, Family and Fire. She was the Eldest child of Kronos and Rhea. Unfortunately, her life was not, ‘bright’, I guess? Basically, the day she was born, her father gobbled her up because he missed breakfast. Just kidding! Kronos felt threatened by his infant daughter. So he swallowed her whole, leaving her trapped in the stomach of Mighty Kronos.

 

Soon, her siblings joined her later, until her younger brother, Zeus saved them by making Kronos vomit them out. DISGUSTING!!!

 

So, anyway as the first person that was swallowed, she was at the last in line for release. That caused her to be the youngest sibling, according to Zeus. (Wanted to be the King) That is why she is called ‘The First and Last Olympian’.

If I had to talk about her, she was like ‘Fire’. If you treated her well, respected her, gave her offerings and helped people in need, she would be like a campfire, all happy and cozy. But, make her mad and you will be ashes. Gulp*

 

Moving on, her symbols of Godhood were the hearth, fire and the Donkey. She was the ‘Gentlest’ of the gods, was so kind to leave her throne for Dionysus, the Wine God and had no children as she was a sworn Maiden.

 

Not many stories were written about Hestia, but I can tell you one thing she would agree with, is that;

Never Underestimate the 'Hearth of Olympus'

Do Not Judge A Book By Its Cover

The English idiom “don’t judge a book by its cover” is a phrase that means one should not judge the worth or value of something by its appearance alone.
Let me tell you a story:

A Fox one day spied a beautiful bunch of ripe grapes hanging from a vine trained along the branches of a tree. The grapes seemed ready to burst with juice, and the fox’s mouth watered as he gazed longingly at them.
The bunch hung from a high branch, and the Fox had to jump for it. The first time he jumped he missed it by a long way. So he walked off a short distance and took a running leap at it, only to fall short once more. Again and again, he tried but in vain.
Now he sat down and looked at the grapes in disgust.
“What a fool I am,” he said. “Here I am wearing myself out to get a bunch of sour grapes that are not worth gaping for.”
And off he walked very, very scornfully.

This is why we should not judge a book by its cover. If the fox tried a bit more to reach the grapes then he could have gotten them instead he gave up and thought the grapes were sour. If the fox would have tasted them then he could have judged if it was sour or sweet.

Silence is the key to success.

Have you ever succeded with silence? No? Then listen this story. Once upon a time, there lived a normal boy whose dream was to become a professional in playing guitar. He used to practice at least 2 hours a day. He sits in a room with silence, he does not even turn the fan and practice! His hard work showed him his way, one day when he was attending a Trinity exam, he got 100% when he was attending the last grade of the guitar exam! Everyone was shocked by this and the grand master of guitar invited him to join his coaching center.
Friends, this is called as Silence is the key to success

Perseverance – The Mars Rover

Facts About The Rover:
Mission Name: Mars 2020
Rover Name: Perseverance
Main Job: Seek signs of ancient life and collect samples of rock and regolith (broken rock and soil) for a possible return to Earth.
Launch: July 30, 2020
Landing: Feb. 18, 2021, Jezero Crater, Mars
  

What is a Mars Rover?                                                                                                                                                 

A Mars rover is a motor vehicle that travels across the surface of the planet Mars upon arrival.

Hear the sounds on Mars From Perseverance:

Did you hear the sounds of Mars, This was recorded by the Perseverance Rover.                       

Instruments of the Perseverance Rover:                                               

Body: A structure that protects the rover’s vital organs
Brains: Computers to process information
Temperature Controls: Internal heaters, a layer of insulation, and more
Neck and Head: A mast for the cameras to give the rover a human-scale view
Eyes and Ears : Cameras and instruments that give the rover information about its environment
Arms and Hands: A way to extend its reach and collect rock samples for study
Wheels and Legs: Parts for mobility and moving around
Power: Batteries and power
Communications: Antennas for speaking and listening

  Now you know everything you need to know about the Perseverance Rover from NASA.

Thank You