Thoughts for 200 - Tr. N Sawlani RT 30

Number 10 Life is sexually transmitted.

Number 9Good health is merely the slowest possible rate at which one can die.

Number 8 Men have two emotions: Hungry and Horny. If you see him without an erection, make him a sandwich.

Number 7Give a person a fish and you feed them for a day; teach a person to use the Internet and they won't bother you for weeks.

Number 6Some people are like a Slinky ... not really good for anything, but you still can't help but smile when you shove them down the stairs.

Number 5 Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing .

Number 4All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no attention to criticism.

Number 3 Why does a slight tax increase cost you $200.00 and a substantial tax cut saves you $0.30?

Number 2In the '60's, people took acid to make the world weird. Now the world is weird and people take Prozac to make it normal.

AND THE NUMBER 1 THOUGHT FOR 2007:We know exactly where one cow with Mad-cow-disease is located among the millions and millions of cows in America , but we haven't got a clue as to where thousands of illegal immigrants and terrorists are located. Maybe we should put the Department of Agriculture in charge of immigration.


And the BONUS thought for today "Life is like a jar of Jalapenos. What you do today, might burn your ass tomorrow!"

162 - Jingle all the Way - Tr. SriGanesh - RT 162

It was a wonderful day on the 16th December 2007 a Sunday. It was a very special day. Different in its own way. It was 162's very very unique Xmas celebration program "Santa 162 Jingles".

We did bombard the houses of all 162ers who were taken by surprise. We did not spare the houses of Area Chairman Rajesh Gupta and Area Vice Chairman Sakthivel Raja and we missed Rajesh & Sakthi at their premises but their wonderful wives did make sure that we were welcomed into their homes.

Infact it was the happiest moment in everyone at 162, coz, bringing happiness in childrens face is not a easy job and we could see all the children happy and starting their christmas in a rocking way!

What an eventful day it was!!!!! It was a laugh riot from the afternoon till midnight...It was a wholesome package bundled for the entire family by our Chairman Ashok and Fellowship Convenor Sunil ..Congrats to both of them and all of 162 for pulling off yet another unique fellowship event!!!!

Also we must thank all the 162'ers n sq legs for having accomodated our suprise & thanx for letting us into their houses. Thanx to the Tablers and Ladies & kids for joining in our "Santa 162 Jingles" Celebrations.

Is it close to the End of The World - University of Washington

CC: Copyright Due to The University Of Washington

'The end of the world' has already begun, UW scientists say



An illustration from "The Life and Death of Planet Earth" shows the authors' view of the Earth's clock of life. (Image credit: Donald Brownlee/Peter Ward)

In its 4.5 billion years, Earth has evolved from its hot, violent birth to the celebrated watery blue planet that stands out in pictures from space. But in a new book, two noted University of Washington astrobiologists say the planet already has begun the long process of devolving into a burned-out cinder, eventually to be swallowed by the sun.
By their reckoning, Earth's "day in the sun" has reached 4:30 a.m., corresponding to its 4.5 billion-year age. By 5 a.m., the 1 billion-year reign of animals and plants will come to an end. At 8 a.m. the oceans will vaporize. At noon – after 12 billion years – the ever-expanding sun, transformed into a red giant, will engulf the planet, melting away any evidence it ever existed and sending molecules and atoms that once were Earth floating off into space.
"The disappearance of our planet is still 7.5 billion years away, but people really should consider the fate of our world and have a realistic understanding of where we are going," said UW astrophysicist Donald Brownlee. "We live in a fabulous place at a fabulous time. It's a healthy thing for people to realize what a treasure this is in space and time, and fully appreciate and protect their environment as much as possible."
In "The Life and Death of Planet Earth," Brownlee and UW paleontologist Peter Ward use current scientific understanding of planets and stars, as well as the parameters of life, to provide a glimpse of the second half of life on Earth and what comes after.
The book, a sort of biography of our planet, is being published today by Times Books, a division of Henry Holt and Co. It is a sequel to Ward and Brownlee's best-selling and much-discussed book "Rare Earth," in which they put forth the hypothesis that simple life is relatively common in the universe but complex, Earth-like life is exceedingly rare.
"The Life and Death of Planet Earth" explains how the myriad life on Earth today was preceded by a long period of microbial dominance, and the authors contend that complex life eventually will disappear and be succeeded again by a period of only microbial life. They say that higher life will be removed much as it came into being, ecosystem by ecosystem. Aspects of the planet's past, such as numbingly cold ice ages, will be relived in the period of devolution.
"If we do begin to slide into the next glacial cycle, there probably are grand, planetary-scale engineering projects that might stop or lessen the effects," Ward said.
"The big unknowns are whether we can afford to do such projects and would we really know what to do. If the planet was cooling, we could, in principle, begin painting the surface black to collect more heat. Could we afford it? And what would be the many possible ramifications of a planet suddenly covered in black paint? Any planetary remediation project would always run the risk of making things worse."
Eventually, though, scorching heat will drive land creatures to the sea for respite. Those that can adapt will survive for a time, but eventually the oceans will warm too much for the complex life forms to continue.
"The last life may look much like the first life – a single-celled bacterium, survivor and descendant of all that came before," the authors write. Finally, even the surviving microbes "will be seared out of existence."
The prospects of humans surviving by moving to some other habitable planet or moon aren't good, Brownlee and Ward contend, because even if such a place were found, getting there would be a huge obstacle. Various probes sent into space could survive Earth's demise, and just a few grams of material could arguably carry a DNA sample from every human, they say, but it's not likely the human species itself will survive. Long before the planet's final end, life will become quite challenging, and finally impossible, for humans.
As the sun gets hotter and grows in size, it will envelop Mercury and Venus. It is possible it will stop just short of Earth, the authors say, but the conditions still would make this a most-inhospitable planet. More likely, though, the sun will consume Earth as well, severing all the chemical bonds between molecules and sending its individual atoms out into space, perhaps eventually to form new planets. That would leave Mars as the nearest planet to the sun, and on Mars the fading sun's glow would be like that of Earth's moon.
That end is still some 7.5 billion years distant, but by then Earth will have faced a variety of "ends" along the way, the authors say. The last dinosaur perished long ago. Still to come are the last elephant, the last tree, the last flower, the last glacier, the last snowflake, the last ocean, the last life.
"The Life and Death of Planet Earth" is like its predecessor, "Rare Earth," in that the authors collected and distilled some of the latest scientific ideas about the Earth's place in the universe, Brownlee said. He hopes the new book, like "Rare Earth," will spark widespread discussion, and give people a fundamental and realistic view of the past and future of their planet.
"It's a healthy thing to think of the place of Earth among the other planets, and its place in the sun. The sun gave life and ultimately it will bring death."

Thinking, Ads - Tr. Hamir Sampat

Inter-Area Fellowship - MKRT 181 / BRT 7 / BNRT 125

Dated: 24-12-07
Dear Friends and Tablers,
Greetings from MKRT 181.
I am herewith sending you a report on the joint fellowship that we (MKRT 181) had with BRT -7 and BNRT -25 (AREA 6).

The idea was initiated by MKRT 181 to have a joint fellowship with tables of AREA 6. The theme for the fellowship night was .OM SHANTHI OM. where all tablers were asked to come dressed in the Retro Look. The same was well attended by all the tablers, circlers and twinklers of MKRT 181 and BRT 7. We started the night at about 9.30 pm with a meeting of BRT 7 and followed it up the fellowship. There was some nice music being played for the night.

We had some excellent introduction of all tablers and circlers and also had organized a few games as ice breakers.
The party went well beyond the stipulated closure time as none of the tablers/circlers were ready to budge. The same also gave MKRT 181 an insight as to how other tables function. This has been an exercise from 181 to build goodwill and friendship with other areas of Round Table India as we are relatively a new table of AREA 2.

It was also decided that BRT 7 would visit Chennai next year to continue the bonding and fellowship that has started among the 2 tables.

Regards,
Rajiv Shah
Chairman 07-08
Madras Knights Round Table 181

MKRT 181 - Donation Box - Project Update

Dated: 24-12-07
Hi Tablers and Friends,
Greetings from MKRT 181.
We would like to herewith inform you that we have taken 10 Donation Boxes from the supply house and have installed them at 3 different locations as of 23-12-07. I think this a fantastic move by the Area - 2 Team form both the publicity and fundraising point of view. We have plans to install these 10 boxes at various retail stores in Chennai which are of repute on or before this month end.

1. REX FASHIONS (Mylapore)
2. HEALTH & GLOW (Pondy Bazaar)
3. LAGAN (Thirumalai Pillai Road)

The same had overwhelming response from the store owners/managements and they all started the installation of the boxes with a contribution of Rs. 101 as a goodwill gesture and also to show support for this lovely movement.

Regards,
Rajiv Shah
Chairman 07-08
Madras Knights Round Table . 181.

RoolZ for Kirket - Tr. ZhiraZ WaliaJ

Rules for the Inter Table Cricket Tournament

1.Each team to bat 20 overs each.
2.2 runs will be given for a no ball and the batsman gets a free hit of the next ball.Only way to get the batsman out on a free hit is run out.The fielding position cannnot change at the time of free hit.
3.If the bowling team does not finish their 20 overs in 120 minutes the team batting will be awarded 6 runs.
4.Bowlers can bowl a maximum of 4 overs.
5.In the first 6 overs a maximum of 2 fielders can field outside the circle with a minimum of 2 fielders in catching positions.
6.From the 7th to the 20th over a maximum of 5 fielders will be allowed outside the circle.
7.In case of a tie bowl out will be applied.
8.Batsmen will retire compulsorily after scoring 35 runs and will be allowed to bat again after all the other batsmen get out only in the order of their retiring.
9.Morning matches to start at 8.00 am and afternoon matches at 12.30 pm sharp.
10.In case of a dispute the decision of the MERT 30s cricket committee will be final and binding on all.

RT 30 - Kirket Rules - Tr. Gizmo Bihani - RT 30

Calvin & Hobbes - Tr. Sanjay Goel

Think, India, Think.

BROADSWORD
Ajai Shukla / New Delhi December 18, 2007
The Ministry of Defence's (MoD's) announcement earlier this month scrapping the proposed purchase of 197 light helicopters from European consortium, Eurocopter, provides an excellent mirror for India to examine its strategic fibre. Comment and public attention have largely centred around the procedure of the trials, the personalities and relationships involved, and whose footfalls trod more heavily in the corridors of South Block: Eurocopter's or its arch rival Bell Helicopter's.

But the 20-odd jawans, clinging through winter onto Sonam Post, perched on a knife-edged ridge in the Northern Siachen Glacier, haven't yet heard about this decision. They will learn about it one of these days, via a three-week-old newspaper that will be delivered to them in a 1960s vintage Cheetah helicopter, flown by an Army Aviation pilot who flies the world's most hazardous missions to earn Rs 20,000 a month.

For those jawans, and for tens of thousands of others like them who have already been cut off by the snows, this decision means a clear reduction in chances of survival. Between now and May, Indian jawans in these posts will die of illness, accidents and high-altitude sickness, because a helicopter could not evacuate them to a hospital. The arrival of either the Eurocopter or the Bell — newer, more powerful and capable helicopters — would have quickly translated into saved lives.

But saving soldiers' lives played no role in the decision. What did was a corrosive melange of political influence, bureaucratic risk-aversion and convoluted procedure, which now unacceptably smothers every major defence decision. The cancelled purchase from Eurocopter had taken six years to fructify. Whether another selection procedure will end in a perfectly objective decision is already well known: it will not. Military procurement decisions cannot be reduced to a mathematical matrix; they involve subjective considerations that cannot be disregarded.

But for ministers, parliamentarians and bureaucrats, with little idea or experience of the issues attending defence, the one guiding principle is: play it safe. Bureaucrats will confide, over a scotch and soda at the Gymkhana Club, that not one of them has been hauled up for a decision not taken; but too many good men have fallen victim to valid decisions that went against them. George Fernandes, as defence minister, bemoaned the perpetual paralysis of South Block's babus.

Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) VK Kaul has publicly excoriated MoD officials for avoiding risk by using rulebooks to delay defence purchases. The CAG told an international seminar on December 15 last year, "The emphasis seems to be on technical compliance through a multitude of detailed rules and regulations rather than on creating a new organisational culture, which focuses on results."

Fernandes was wrong in blaming the paralysis on the three "Cs" — the Central Vigilance Commission, the Central Bureau of Investigation and the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). The rot runs deeper than the mere inability to provide for defence. It has incapacitated the fundamental process of even planning for it.

India is the only major country that plans its defence one year at a time. The MoD theoretically has a 15-year Long-Term Integrated Procurement Plan (LTIPP), the basis for all defence procurement, modernisation, and indigenous development of equipment. From the LTIPP, which was to cover the period 2002-2017, were to flow the 10th, 11th and 12th defence five-year plans, covering the same period. The astonishing reality is that these plans do not exist.

The CAG's Report No 4 of 2007 reveals that the LTIPP 2002-2017 was finalised only in 2006, four years after it was supposed to have commenced. By then, since it was the last year of the 10th defence plan, it was decided to prepare a revised LTIPP, covering the period till 2022, all the way to the end of the 13th defence plan, which is to run from 2018-2022.

Now that is facing further delays as the MoD reworks everything. The MoD has told the 14th Lok Sabha Standing Committee on Defence (in writing), that the new LTIPP would now be finalised only in 2009. The 16th report of the Standing Committee carries the MoD's reply.

The MoD submits that, "The revised LTIPP (2007-22) is being prepared following a deliberate and integrated 'Top Down' approach by articulating National Security Strategy, National Military Strategy, National Military Objectives/Capitality (sic) and so on. Such an exercise has been undertaken for the first time and is an extremely involved process with inputs from the three Services, MoD, NSA and various other agencies. The document is expected to be ready by December 2009."

So the revised LTIPP (2007-22) is already late by two years and, going by track record, will be delayed even further. Medium-term planning is doing no better. The CAG's Report No 4 points out that the 11th Defence Plan, which covers the period 2007-2012, and which commenced in April 2007, still awaits formal approval.

The MoD bureaucrats are blaming their counterparts in the Finance Ministry, who are apparently sitting on the file. But the bottom line is that no long-term or medium-term defence plan is in place, no targets are set for bureaucrats to procure desperately needed equipment, and little can be hoped for from the large and inefficient government-owned defence industry.

If those jawans on Sonam Post were not from the Indian Army, they might well be wondering which side is the enemy.

Think, India, Think.

Belief Fules Enthusiasm - Tr. Vipul Datta - MSRT 159

Belief Fuels Enthusiasm !!
Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Nothing great was ever accomplished without enthusiasm.”

In 1972 I had just accepted a position as vice president of sales for Orval Kent Foods, a small company that manufactured fresh-prepared salad products that were sold to delicatessens and restaurants. I had come on board to hire and train new sales people, but there was a problem...I knew absolutely nothing about the salad business. So Sid Caisman, who had spent 30 years selling to delicatessens, was assigned to show me the ropes. Sid was a pro, and he loved what he did.
I’d been there about two weeks when Sid came in smiling ear to ear. He said, “Mac, I’ve been trying to get an appointment with this large grocery chain for over two years and I finally have it next Friday. Do you want to go with me?” My response: “You bet I do!”
The big day arrived, and on our way out we picked up our refrigerated samples. When we arrived at their corporate headquarters I could tell Sid was pumped. The buyer came out and introduced himself, and we followed him back to his office. We sat dawn and he looked across his desk at Sid and asked, “What makes you think your product is any better than your competitors?”
Well, that was Sid’s cue to perform. He starts talking about the potato salad which is the #1 seller in the deli. He tells about how we cook the potatoes, about our fresh-diced vegetables, our special dressing and our state of the art plant. But then he said, “Bob, I’ve saved the best for last...you’re going to love how it tastes!”
With that, Sid popped open the lid of the sample container, and I couldn’t believe it! Sitting right on top was a large, black, rotten potato about the size of a quarter! But Sid, seeing the potato before the buyer did, reached down and popped it in his mouth and said, “Bob, I just can’t get enough of this stuff!” And to my surprise the buyer also reached down, grabbed some salad, and said, “Sid, you’re right. It does taste great.”
It was a magical moment! I had just witnessed a sophisticated buyer eating potato salad with his fingers and he didn’t even know it!
And it was all for one reason...Sid’s unbridled enthusiasm

Guess Who

Who Am I

Sq. Leg Vinoo Varkey - RT 94

A Florida farmer went out one day and bought a brand new stud rooster from up in Canada for his chicken coop. The new rooster struts over to the old rooster and says, "OK old fart, time for you to retire." The old rooster replies, "Come on, surely you cannot handle ALL of these chickens. Look what it has done to me. Can't you just let me have the two old hens over in the corner?" The young rooster says, "Beat it: You are washed up and I am taking over." The old rooster says, "I tell you what, young stud. I will race you around the farmhouse. Whoever wins gets the exclusive domain over the entire chicken coop." The young rooster laughs. "You know you don't stand a chance, old man. So, just to be fair, I will give you a head start." The old rooster takes off running. About 15 seconds later the young rooster takes off running after him. They round the front porch of the farmhouse and the young rooster has closed the gap. He is only about 5 feet behind the old rooster and gaining fast. The farmer, meanwhile, is sitting in his usual spot on the front porch when he sees the roosters running by. The Old Rooster is squalking and running as hard as he can. The Farmer grabs his shotgun and - BOOM - he blows the young rooster to bits. The farmer sadly shakes his head and says, "Darn.....third gay rooster I bought this month." Moral of this story? .... Don't mess with the OLD FARTS - age, skill, wisdom, and a little treachery will always overcome youth and arrogance!

RT 30 - Cricket Schedule. Tr. Sanjay Goel - RT 30

The mad ball game starts again.

New format

New Players

Same ol' Kirket

MCRT 162 - Celebrating the Awards - Tr. Ashok Varghese

Dear 162'ers, AEX Members & Friends of Tabling,

Awsum night. Awsum event is all that I can say about last nite's literal showdown.

We have all truly spoken from our hearts last night & I must thank Rajesh, Shiv, Giri, Praveen & Sakthi for honoring our Awards Night. All the heavy weights actually broke the diaz.....glad nothing else broke. Shiv nxt time pls don't use so much force when writing....i suspect the pressure applied was a bit too much on ur speech. That's what I call a table breakin effort by the area board.

Last nite was yet again history in the making keeping up with the tradition of our Area....keeping up the tradition of 162. It was unforgettable night. Prem & Dolly - I hope that u both enjoyed last night as much as v did. Its the least we could all give a Chairman who has toiled sleeplessly preparing reports, minutes, hoardings, ........... dosas.......wat else guys??

6 months gonna b up guys.....Imagine a roller coaster ride. We just went the tracks now the best part starts..........all the way down. HOLD ON.................PART 2 is to start shortly.
Pregant ladies n guys with heart conditions pls step off. Thank you & belt up.
C ya'll soon.

R'grds
C 162

ps - Hey FC gr8 show. I think u cn start an Academy of Fun & Enjoyment Sciences. All Tablers will enrol as students. U can put Darshan as HOD - Whistling Dept.
And also some of the snaps

Winners - H.Tr. SK Somani, Area II

Winners Are People Like You...
Winners take chances.Like everyone else, they fear failing, but they refuse to let fear control them.
Winners don't give up.When life gets rough, they hang in there until the going gets better.
Winners are flexible.They realize there is more than one way and are willing to try others.
Winners know they are not perfect.They respect their weaknesses while making the most of their strengths.
Winners fall but they don't stay down.They stubbornly refuse to let a fall keep them from climbing.
Winners don't blame fate for their failures, nor luck for their successes.
Winners accept responsibility for their lives.
Winners are positive thinkers who see good in all things.From the ordinary, they make the extraordinary.
Winners believe in the path they have chosen even when it is hard,even when others can't see where they are going.
Winners are patient.They know a goal is only as worthy as the effort that is required to achieve it.
Winners are people that believe in themselves.They make this world a better place to be.

We,the Italains. Tr. Skanda - MCRT 94

http://tcc.itc.it:80/people/rocchi/fun/europe.html

Leadership - H. Tr S K Somani

Link given below for an inspiring presentation on leadership. Depending on your net connection it may take a few minutes. Will be worth the wait (if any).

http://www.simpletruths.com/a.aspx?mo=teol&t=2

RT 82 - Vruksham Trophy - Cricket Tournament - Tr. Venugopal

Dear Friends,

Madras Central Round Table 82 is proud to present its event" ROUNDTABLE 82 –VRUKSHAM TROPHY " which would be an Inter Corporate 20 –20 Cricket Tournament to be held between Jan 5th and Feb 28th.


Details of the tournament

1) This tournament will be played on league cum knockout basis which is limited to 20 Over and will be open to all Private clubs /Firms / Financial Institutions / Banks / IT / ITES

2) a) An entry fee of Rs. 10,000 /- (Rs. Ten Thousand only) will be collected towards tournament fee.The matches will be played on Saturdays/Sundays & Govt. Holidays. Payment can be made by Cheque/DD only in favour of " MCRT82 Charity Account"

3) Prizes will be awarded to Winner & Runner after the completion of the Tournament. The 1 st prize shall carry a trophy and cash award of Rs 1,00,000/- and the runner up will carry a trophy and cash award of Rs 30,000/-.

Registrations for the tournament would be open between Nov 22 nd and 15th December'07 . Pls contact Mr Vijayan on 9789903867 or Capt Rajan on 9840014422 for further details.


Enclosed is the press coverage we have received for the event so far across various media publications... we look forward to your support and participation for the above event.


regards,

manohar venugopal

Theme Parties at MCRT 94, Tr. Shivi

THEME PARTIES AT MCRT-94
At MCRT-94, we always believe that Fellowship is inherent in us. This year so far
we have had two theme parties, both have been rocking success. As the saying
goes, “a picture says a thousand words” – we will go on to the pictures now:
Disco night
Halloween Joint Fellowship with Table 1 & Table 3

Tr. M. Sivaramakrishnan
Fellowship Convenor – MCRT-94

Pondy Cricket Fellowship - Tr. S Srikanth, PRRT 104

JOINT FELLOWSHIP EVENT OF MCRT 82 & PRRT – 104
CRICKET MATCH AT PONDICHERRY ON 02.12.2007
PARTICIPANTS: MCRT 82
PRRT 104
PRT 70
MCRT 82 and PRRT – 104 at Pondicherry, organized a joint Fellowship event. This event was to help the tables prepare for the Area –2 Inter Table Cricket match. The venue was the up coming beach resort at Pondicherry. The cricket pitch was barely 500 meters from the sea and making it extremely scenic and the weather gods were smiling on that day.

‘the battle ground”
9 tablers from MCRT 82 drove down to Pondicherry on the Sunday morning and were joined in by 12 tablers of PRRT – 104 and 9 tablers of PRT 70. The Pitch was examined very closely, wind direction was being studied and the ground slope determined by all teams to work out the strategies.

Match rules, Team
selection, batting order and bowling orders were clear only after the first Bacardi and Beer was downed by the tablers.

“ Battle rules and Strategies”
Three matches were played
MCRT 82 vs. PRRT – 104 MCRT 82 vs. PRT 70 Chennai vs. Pondy
MCRT 82 out classed the other two teams with MCRT 82 Captain Shiva working out new strategies as the match progressed. Some resistance from PRRT – 104 was met but AST Tr. Praveen and “Captain” Rajan played an excellent innings to beat PRRT – 104.

During and after every match tablers were rejuvenated with bottles of “Breezers” and “Beer”. After the grueling and well fought three matches a joint meet of PRRT– 1 04 and MCRT – 82 was held. After a small agenda, the prizes were distributed to:

Best batsman: “Captain” Rajan
Best Bowler: Sq Leg Nehru and Tr. Prabhakar

AST Tr. Praveen on behalf of MCRT 82 presented momentos to the Pondy Chairmen and Sq Legs. He also presented a momento to Tr. Julian PRRT – 104 Fellowship Convenor who had coordinated and arranged the event.

A good lunch after the meeting and many more drinks tablers started their journey back home satisfied with a good practice match and looking forward to the Area –2 Inter table Cricket Match.

Self Motivation - H Tr. Satish Jupiter

Self-motivation s a great virtue. Blessed are those who are self-motivated. But even champions need coaches. No Man is perfect, we are not free from mistakes, and it is also true that our motivation levels go down when results fail us. So we need a coach to push us.

Even Arjuna, one of the greatest warriors, needed that push from Krishna for him to emerge victorious. Between 18 push-ups and 25, the difference is in the presence of a coach. Between 60 abdomen crunches and 100, that little push by a coach will make all the difference. As a self-motivated person, sure enough, you will give your very best, but the coach will get that little more from you. And it is that little more that differentiates the winners from the champions.

Self-motivation will tune you, but only a coach can fine-tune you. A good coach always succeeds in taking you beyond your perceived limits. Nothing like growing in the right hands....

Why we Forward, Forwards - Tr. Satya Rao - RT 30

A man and his dog were walking along a road. The man was enjoying the scenery, when it suddenly occurred to him that he was dead. He remembered dying, and that the dog walking beside him had been dead for years. He wondered where the road was leading them.After a while, they came to a high, white stone wall along one side of the road.It looked like fine marble. At the top of a long hill, it was broken by a tall arch that glowed in the sunlight. When he was standing before it he saw a magnificent gate in the arch that looked like mother-of-pearl, and the street that led tothe gate looked like pure gold.He and the dog walked toward the gate, and as he got closer, he saw a man at a desk to one side.When he was close enough, he called out, "Excuse me, where are we?" This is Heaven, sir," the man answered. "Wow! Would you happen to have some water?" the man asked. "Of course, sir. Come right in, and I'll have some ice water brought rightup."The man gestured, and the gate began to open."Can my friend," gesturing toward his dog, "come in, too?" the traveler asked."I'm sorry, sir, but we don't accept pets." The man thought a moment and then turned back toward the road and continued the way he had been going with his dog. After another long walk, and at the top of another long hill, he came to a dirt road leading through a farm gate that looked as if it had never been closed.There was no fence. As he approached the gate, he saw a man inside, leaning against a tree and reading a book."Excuse me!" he called to the man. "Do you have any water?" "Yeah, sure, there's a pump over there, come on in." "How about my friend here?" the traveller gestured to the dog. "There should be a bowl by the pump." They went through the gate, and sure enough, there was an old-fashioned hand pump with a bowl beside it. The traveller filled the water bowl and took a long drink himself, then he gave some to the dog.When they were full, he and the dog walked back toward the man who was standing by the tree."What do you call this place?" the traveler asked."This is Heaven," he answered."Well, that's confusing," the traveller said. "The man down the road said that was Heaven, too.""Oh, you mean the place with the gold street and pearly gates? Nope. That's hell." "Doesn't it make you mad for them to use your name like that?" "No, we're just happy that they screen out the folks who would leave their best friends behind."Soooo...Sometimes, we wonder why friends keep forwarding jokes to us without writing a word.Maybe this will explain. When you are very busy, but still want to keep in touch, guess what you do?You forward jokes. When you have nothing to say, but still want to keep contact, you forward jokes.When you have something to say, but don't know what, and don't know how, you forward jokes.Also to let you know that you are still remembered, you are still important, you are still loved, you are still cared for, guess what you get? A forwarded joke.So, next time if you get a joke, don't think that you've been sent just another forwarded joke, but that you've been thought of today and your friend on the other end of your computer wanted to send you a smile.You are all welcome @ my water bowl anytime .

What should be the next directive of RTI??

Food for throught - is Area II voting for Eco Watch over Freedom Through Education?

On the Blog, today.
FTE to continue
(20%)
FTE in a different format
(14%)
ECO Watch
(66%)
Any other
0 (0%)
Days left to vote: 2

181 - Pool Party - On the Green Top

Hi Tablers,

Greetings from MKRT – 181

We in Area – 2 are known for the way we party because we at MKRT 181 believe Fellowship is the essence of this wonderful movement.

We have had a couple of fellowships this month but this one tops them all as this one was for the men alone. It was organized at The Cosmo Club from 7.30 pm onwards ON the 28th of November 2007

This fellowship was organized so as to let the men of MKRT 181 have their drinks in peace and also put some balls with their cue…….. Opps. - Play snooker guys I hope you got me right.

We had a good turn out and tablers for a change were on time. Now this should we say was about keeping with punctuality or just the thought of having your own space what ever be it. This was one night were every tabler present enjoyed and made others enjoy with all the silly remarks and topics.

We had a few celebrities amongst us i.e. Steve Kaval Davis, Stephen Dhruv Henry, Jimmy Rajiv White, Mark Sanjay Garry and other players who were holding their cues for the first time…… opps again slip of finger and thought holding the cue for the first time. There were couple of rounds of snooker between the celebrities mentioned above after which we had 4 rounds of shuffle pool which was played by 7 tablers.


The entire event of snooker and shuffle pool were accompanied by good serving of starters and liquor to help keep us focused.

We followed up this eventful evening with good dinner again with good servings of liquor to help avoid choking of food.

There were in all 13 tablers present for the same and an excellent fellowship to an eventful month of November where in MKRT 181 excelled in all tabling facets in their own right.

The party started at 7.30 pm and ended at about 2.30 pm where in a few tablers latter went to 11 Downing street for some more energy.


Yours in tabling,
Chairman
Madras Knights Round table 181

Fellowship @ 181 - Tr. Rajiv Shah

Hi Tablers,

Greetings from MKRT ..181

As the Theme has been for the year Let s ROCK..

Every member of MKRT 181 has got into an extra drive. We have been having some whacky, Innovative, Hilarious but most important lovely fellowships over the years. We are known as party animals of AREA ..2. And that has nothing to do with our partying but it is the style in which we party that speaks for itself.

We had an excellent LUNCH Fellowship organized by Tr. Kaval on the 25th of November 2007. This was an event which was well thought of and should I also add well executed by Cr. Sonu and her better half Tr. Kaval.

The theme for the lunch meet: ALL FITNESS..

The Fellowship began on time at 12.01 pm (with the out of bed look as suggested by Tr. Kaval) not many people had to make any efforts for that out of bed look and of course slip into their track suits.

Tr. Kaval had made T-shirts for every tabler and circlers with the ROUND TABLE LOGO and his theme ALL FITNESS. He not only distributed the same but also ensured that everyone was wearing the same to go with his Theme. He had also got in fitness equipments such as the stepper, treadmill, dumbbells ETC.
All Fitness..the theme Tr. Kaval went all out and ensured that only health drink be served and had instructed the bar man to serve the same only after examining the person to him he was serving the health drink.

The HEALTH DRINK menu was brezzers for the weak at heart, Rum for the tablers with Blood Pressure, Vodka for the tablers with Blood Sugar, whisky for the mentally retarded tablers and Beer for the physically challenged Tablers.

He had also organized an aerobics session where he got every one to participate on the instructions from the professional Aerobic trainers he had called for the benefit of all tablers.
This then was followed by excellent fellowship with music from our World Famous and Critically Acclaimed DJ Venky. The tablers had a good time especially after the aerobic classes had to go for some health drinks. We would like to also thank the guest Area Chairman Tr. Rajesh, Area Project Convenor Tr. Senthil, Chairman MART 100 Tr. Prabhat, Area Honorary Tabler Satish and Area Honorary Tabler Sandeep and Tr. Bala from Table 162 for having graced the occasion.
This and Many such parties that were hosted by Tr. Kaval have been a variety with meticulous planning in ensuring that every guest of his has good times and memories to cherish. Cr. Sonu was the perfect host who took care of the ladies and kids so the men could be men.

Rajiv Shah Chairman 07-08 Madras Knights Round table ..181.

SPINN Update - RTI

Hello Friends,
The current status of accomodation for SPINN is as follows.
Accomodation Status
LA-CALYPSO
Full
SUN-N SAND
Full
MAJESTIC
Some Rooms Available
GOVEIA
Some Rooms Available
COUNTRY CLUB
Available
MAPLE
Some Rooms Available
AGUADA ANCORAGE
Full
ANGELS
Some Rooms Available
ZADEESH
Some Rooms Available
Vista Do Rio
Few Rooms Available
Resort Parrraizo
New Property now being offered for Rs.3,500 per night
Regards,Kumar H, SPINN Convenor

162's Green Effort - Tr. Satish, Convener Projects, MCRT 162

We at Madras Coastal Round Table 162 have come up with a new initiative during the RTI Week this year to promote and support the Green Belt development to counter Global warming. We are confident and quite sure that this will go a long way and reach greater heights and steer home greater awareness among the vibrant Tables of the dynamic Area 2.

We shall be pleased to donate 25 numbers of saplings free of cost to all the 18 Tables in AREA - 2. To facilitate easy and faster deliveries, these saplings could also be delivered to any location (One location per Table) preferred by the table (within chennai limits). It is intended to deliver the saplings in three lots after receipt of confirmation.

If any of the Tables require more saplings, it is requested to be intimated so that the same could be delivered along with the free saplings . However these additional saplings would be on extra cost basis. If the extra requirements are clubbed, we could save on the transportation and logistics made easier.

As a token of your acceptance, we request you to send a mail or letter specifying your requirements for our contribution with details of delivery address / contact person name, contact number for planning dispatches accordingly.

Please do send in your mail to us and go green today !!!!!

YIT,
Tr. Sathish Kumar GV
Projects Convener - MCRT - 162 (2007 - 2008)

World Aids Day - MCRT 162

Dear Tablers,

Kindly find attached the Program details of todays World Aids Program jointly conducted by MCRT 162, Hindustan College of Engineering & Anna University. More than 100 Colleges in & around Chennai will be participating in todays event.

Anna Unviersity has selected our campus for organising this grand program as "WE" have been quite active in the conduct of many socially relevant programs.....all thanks to Tabling & its members. If any of u want to attend today program pls call me 98400 93938 & I will receive you @ our campus. It is 25 kms on the OMR. Anyways pls do call me.


MCRT 162

THE NSS UNITS
of

HINDUSTAN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
&
ANNA UNIVERSITY
Join with
MADRAS COASTAL ROUND TABLE #162.
to observe

“WORLD AIDS DAY PROGRAMME”
On 30-11-07 Friday at M.G.R Hall,
Hindustan College of Engineering
Bay range campus. Padur

Dr.Ranganathan, M.D
(Chettinad Hospital)
Will be the Chief Guest.

Dr.Selladurai,
N.S.S. Co-ordinator, Anna University,
Will distribute the prizes.

Dr.Francis.C.Peter P.Manivannan,
Principal. N.S.S Programme officer



PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

Date: 30.11.07
Venue: M.G.R. Hall

10.00 -10.30AM Registration
10.30-12.00PM Competition
1. Painting
(Stop aids keep the promise)
2. Essay Writing (English & Tamil)
(Prevention & control of aids)
3. Oratorical contest (English & Tamil)
(Role of youth of fight of aids)

12.00-12.45PM Guest Lecture on ‘Aids Awareness’
By Mr.P.Dhandapani
Field Officer,Red Ribbon Club

12.45-1.00PM Prize Distribution

1.00-2.00PM Lunch

2.30 - 4.30PM Flag off by Chief Guest
Rally from Padur to Kelambakkam

30 at the NFD -Dance, 30, Dance - Cr. Komal Palicha, RT 30

Images- Mardi Gras 2007 - MMRT 95

Images - Mardi Gras 95 - MMRT 95

Images - Mardi Gras 2007 - MMRT 95

MMRT 95 - Mardi Gras 2007 - Images

MARDI GRAS 2007 - Tr. R R Sriram MMRT 95

Madras Metro Round Table # 95 in AREA 2 has a nasty reputation and is nick named as the fellowship table. Its strong bonding and amazing close knitness is the awe of all other tablers. We had been considering for a long time that it was high time that the Table take up some responsibility and prove to the fellow Tablers of Area 2 of the same.

When we initially took up the task it looked like we had undertaken a mammoth task. Had we bitten of much more than what we were capable of chewing? Would we able to deliver? But nevertheless since we had taken the fall we decided to leave no stone unturned ,no avenue un explored to ensure that the tablers of AREA 2 get one hell of an AGM , or later on as some Tablers called it “The mother of all AGM’s ever not only in area 2 but across RTI also.
A huge amount of planning and precise execution of the same was one of the highlights of the whole event. Another commendable feature was the amazing co-ordination and mind boggling TEAM work by all the tablers and h.t’s of MMRT 95.Not one of the 502, yes I repeat 502 guests registered for the two day event had any opportunity to complain. They were all treated to 48 hours of absolute service and royal treatment by the Tablers of MMRT 95.
Now for the details of the event as such
On day one, AGM session started of on 11.00 am. And ware very well attended by the Tablers at The Accord Metropolitan. The National Observer was Tr.Himanshu Gupta, NST and the Chief Guest being our own IPP Tr.Shivkumar Eashwaran. The AGM session was quite long, thanks to the 6 motion being debated by our Area Vice Chairman Tr.Rajesh Gupta. Tablers actively participated in the proceedings of the AGM. AST.Suresh Soni's Secretary Report was well presented with giving details of the achievement of Area 2 during the year. Area Chairman Tr.Giridhar Raj to save time had very smartly handed over his mementos to his conveners as an when their report was brought up. This added a bit more color to the AGM session and also lengthened the proceedings much to the anxiety of the hotel and hosts. But how ever all that begins well ends well the Agm session got over by nearly 3 p.m. with a session of Seargenting by Tr.Shiva & Tr.Sandy taking a good big dig at the Head table of the area and keeping every one in splits .Towards the end the sargeanting sounded more like a stand up comedy show where anywhere found standing was made to bear the brunt of the sergeants.

The Highlight of the AGM was the Informal Night for which the whole Basement of Accord Metropolitan was reserved. The whole place was transformed into a South American "Mardi Gras" festivities street in RIO DE JENIRO. The Night décor ,competitions ,dress codes,party masks and beads all being synonymous with theme of the evening and the AGM it self.

Mardi gras which stands for a celebration of life and celebration of colors was brought out in its true spirits. The hosts MMRT 95 took in great pains and some humongous efforts in ensuring that no stone was unturned, no detail was missed out. From faced painters to stilt walkers to photo shoot props to future readers to masks to beads to exotic cocktails everything was planned.

And to add a feather to an already cap full of accomplishments of the hosts. They had done an unbelievable act, they had actually called a set of three dancers all the way from RIO DE JENIRO.Yes these were the same dancers that had performed at the last MARDI GRAS at Brazil.

And what more these exclusive dancers were ready to pose with the tablers of area 2 in the special photo ops props prepared especially for the event. Instant pictures were available for the benefit of the tablers mounted in a specially designed memorabilia frame.

The Agm hosts had assured as per their theme that this would turn out to be ‘THE AGM OF A LIFE TIME”

And truly to the above words the informal night it self left the tablers waiting for more and more that kept coming as we went on deep into the night .The contest for the tables for the evening "Dance of the world" performances were intercepted by some amazing and hot dance numbers by these foreign dancers and at the same time intercepted by some super fun spot contests by the MC of the evening. We had 8 Tables preparing for over 10 days to perform their dance which represented the theme.

The Competition was really close and the celebrity judges had a hard time judging the best Table. But since every contest needs to have winners almost all teams took home prizes in some category or the other.

Teams were selected based on the dance/costumes/variety/co-ordination/speed etc. While this was going on in one hall of the venue a live band set was ensured in another hall for the not so young tablers.The live band was belting out numbers from the 80’s and quieter drinks and less colorful cocktails added to the pleasure of the tablers in this hall.

Another hall was dedicated to the Twinklers who wanted their own space. Some amazing snacks and entertainment was provided for them. Also the hosts had taken extra care that baby sitter and beds were available for the twinklers of area 2.

The Informal night MARDI GRAS true to its reputation went on into the wee hours in the morning. Tablers were seen enjoying a sumptuous meal only we couldn’t define the same whether it was dinner, supper or breakfast.

The Evening Chairman’s Banquet the next day was a glittering one of the Taj corromandal ball room. Every Tabler & Circler dressed to the best formal clothing. The stage being one of the biggest with a sitting for over 16 heads and in addition it had a ramp so that every award winner or tabler being recognized for his services to the movement would walk the walk of life in the spotlight in front of his fellow Tablers for a longer and better viewed perspective . The presentation of awards was done very uniquely with each winner being crowned and being dressed up in royal robes before he would come forward to receive the award. This added to the formal setting and the color of the event as such. The stage it self was set up in a unique décor that added to the mood and the setting for the formal clothes and the occasion of the CHAIRMANS Banquet to culminate a fine year in the history of tabling in area 2 RTI.

The respective Area Convener was called forward to present the awards and the Winners when they took the ramp were crowned and robed before receiving the award each awardee was welcomed onto the stage with a specially lit spotlight focused on him and aptly chosen lead music.

The moment of the AGM was when the Change of jewel took place. We had 21 past Area Chairman Standing together and are the jewels were past from one past Chairman to the next and in the end we had Chairman Giridhar Raj hand over the jewel to Tr.Rajesh Gupta .

This moment when all the Area Chairman were together on stage was the highlight which will be cherished for ever. The change of jewel almost had the crowd and the ex area chairmen on the word of tears at this historic juncture in the GOLDEN jubilee year of RTI in India. Truly these were golden moments that will be remembered by all present in the years to come.

Area Chairman in his opening speech Tr.Rajesh bowed to the floor, introduced his TEAM, and appointed the conveners, Honorary Tablers for the year. He addressed the floor and announced his theme for the year "ROAD TO FRIENDSHIP" by presenting a film and He unveiled his pin for the year.

We then had RTI President "Tr.Ajay Handa" address the gathering. National observer NST Tr.Himanshu Gupta was very pleased with the proceedings of the AGM and then our very own IPP Tr.Shivkumar Eashwaran also gave his usual motivating speech.

With this the formal part of the AGM was over but the party continued again as every one was ready to wear in their dancing shoes and party late into the night.
Probably winners were celebrating their victories and performers’ were heaving a sigh of relief and letting their hair loose after a year full of work. And most important the organizers the hosts MADRAS METRO ROUND TABLE were finally able to party with the mood of celebration that they had accomplished a huge mega ,memorable and fantastic” MARDI GRAS –An agm of a life time”

I am sure the reports from the Area Chairman current and past and the AST ‘s current and past were bear witness to the above and sufficient testimonials would be available to call this the biggest and the best ever AGM witnessed not only by area 2 but I am sure by all area across RTI.

All the above thanks to the super co-ordination and team work by a motivated and determined, humble yet proud performing ,meticulous yet stylish, fellow shippers yet performers and one of the best ever TEAM of MADRAS METRO ROUND TABLE 95 Chennai Area 2.

Punit Sampat.,
Agm Convenor
28th AGM AREA 2
MADRAS METRO ROUND TABLE 95.

Responses to Blog - Tr. Kaushik

Tablers

We have had some amazing responses to blogs made, the highlight however was the blog made by Prem, 162. Do read the responses - we are talking real time Tabling on this one.

For November - I guess the BlogRaja is Tr. Prem of 162.

Good show & keep your blogs coming. For your reference, this is maximum visibility as we are a very active blog in RTI today, and not just a reporting site - our blog's & responses are on the RTI blogsite & we have had favourable reviews from the President, RTI & Amar, National Blog Convener.

Your Tables activity will be the highlight if posted on the Area II Blog, and works for great internal publicity.

Tr. Kaushik Palicha
Convener - IT,
Area II, RTI.

RT 30's new school project - Tr. Sanjay Goel

Dear All,
Pleased to inform you that Mert 30 has signed an MOU with Vivekananda Educational Society for a New School at New Manali Town.We are planning to complete the project in four phases and the first phase of the project is likely to be completed by June 08 at a total cost of 25 lakhs .

First cheque of Rs 10 Lakhs was handed over to the Society for the commencement of the project on 11th November in the presence of National Project Convener Tr Sakthi, Area2 Chairman Tr Rajesh Gupta and Area2project Convener Tr Prabhat. Would like to thank one and all for being present and would like to make a special mention of appreciation for Tr.Nirmal and HT.Rajesh Nichani without there efforts this project would not have been possible.

Kudos 30

friend for life...Tr. Dhiraj Walia

Chairman, MERT30

MKRT 181 - Publicity Effort - Posted by Tr. Rajiv Shah

Hi Friends and Tablers,
Greetings from MKRT - 181
We would like to inform you that we MKRT 181ers have put up TWO hoardings in the city of Chennai for
the benefit and publicity of this Wonderful movement.

We at MKRT 181 have always believed in the philosophy .The past cannot be changed, but the future is still in your power.. We have in all our tabling endeavors and planning tried to look at the broader picture of tomorrow. This contribution from MKRT 181 is on the similar lines of seeking publicity for years to come.
We have with this tried to in what ever little way we could to garner support, goodwill and publicity for the movement. Hope this small gesture helps the organization to reach great heights.

LOCATIONS OF THE HOARDINGS:-
1. On the way from Pudupet to Egmore Court on the left hand side, diagonally opposite the entrance
of the Egmore court. ( Size: 25 * 25 )
2. On the way from G.N. Chetty Road to the fly over leading to Mount Road, on the left hand side at
the foot of the fly over. Diagonally opposite the sun plaza complex or the wooden market.

Whats Happening Area II

Log on to the Blog, and check out:

The Area Chairman's Monty
Vote for Sat Jupiter


& More

MCRT 82 - Dumb Charades

Gupta DANNNZZZZZ - The Monty Show - NFD

What the NFD did to the Area Chairman - almost.

NFD - Dancing the Fellowship Way

Some of the participants at the NFD.

Red Hot Fellowship

One of the most interesting fellowships on display. What you are seeing are e nicer, more coordinated bits.

We also have coming up:

The Atavistic attitudeof tablers, post the fellowship & a special screening of Tabler Rajesh Gupta, Chairman Area II, doing a half monty.

Chetana

NATIONAL FELLOWSHIP DAY AT AREA –2 - Tr. S Srikanth, Chairman PRRT 104

NATIONAL FELLOWSHIP DAY AT AREA –2
&
AREA –2 NACH BALIYE 2007

Area –2 celebrated the National Fellowship Day on 17th November 2007 at Pondicherry.

Pondicherry Rivage Round Table – 104 hosted the NFD for all the tables of Area–2. The Area –2 Nach Baliye 2007 was also organized by PRRT – 104 in conjunction with the NFD.

The event evoked a fabulous response from Area –2 with 308 registrations and over 75 kids. Every table in Area –2 was present for this event.

The Area –2 Nach Baliye had 13 participants (couples). All the participants were judged through two rounds of dancing. The first round was the “Dhinchak Round” and the second round was “Paisa Vassol Round”. All the participants performed like thorough professionals and the following were the winners

Area -2 Nach Baliye Winners
Cr. Himanshi & Tr. Hemant Khandelwalfrom RT 95
Area -2 Nach Baliye Runners up
Cr. Shilpa and Tr. Darshan of RT 162

Most Popular Couple award (By SMS Poll)
Cr. Indu Praveen & Tr. Prajod of RT 123

Best Dressed Couple award
Cr. Shalini & Tr. Munish Jain of RT 39

Best Team name award
Cr. Shilpa and Tr. Darshan of RT 162


The prizes and trophies were given by NST Tr. Himanshu Gupta, Area –2 Chairman Tr. Rajesh Gupta, Area –2 Vice Chairman Tr. Saktivel and AST Tr. Parveen.

Table RT 162 received the award for the highest registration and table RT 124 received the award for the highest percentile registration.

The twinklers also had a dance competition “Nach Chottu Nach”, more than 25 kids participated in this event and Twinkler Simran won the first prize.

After the Nach Baliye the dance floor was set on fire by the circlers and tablers and the dancing went on till 03.00 a.m. in the morning.

This was one of the biggest national fellowship day celebrations and Area –2 rocked with a great attendance and fellowship.



TR. S.SRIKANTHCHAIRMAN – PRRT - 104

NFD - Celebrations, Tr. Rajeh G - Chairman Area II

Dear Friends,

Warm greetings from the Area 2 Board !!

I wish to thank Chairman Srikanth and your Tablers of PRRT 104 especially Jaiprakash - N.F.Day Convenor for organising such a Fantastic National Fellowship Day "NACH BALIYE " event for Area 2.

I could not have asked for a better evening when we have over 300 heads from Area 2 present under one roof and enjoying the Friendship and competition to the fullest.

All the Tablers of PRRT 104 were perfect Host for the success of this event having organised our Stay,DJ,Fellowship.

Everyone in Area 2 will agree with me that this has been one of the best Natonal Fellowship Day celebratios we have had in Area 2.

For me as Area Chairman this event will be the amongst the highest points of my year and I thank PRRT 104 from the bottom of my heart for having worked and organising such a great event fpr all of us to enjoy.

I also Thank MMRT 3 amd MCRT 94 for having kept the ntertable Car Rally along with this event which has added to the day and all of us who participated enjyed the excitement of a proffessional outing. Great show Chairman Satish and Chairman Dinshaw.

To all Tablers ,Circlers and Twinklers who made it to Pondy thankyou for your presence at Pondy to join us for the celebration of National Fellowship Day .

I am sure all of you have enjoyed the day and made Area 2 Rocking all the way to the ROAD 2 FRIENDSHIP.

A special thanks to all the participants of the Nach Baliye and the Car Rally you guys made the day ever so memorable.Thank you

Please forward this to all the Tablers of your respective Tables.

ROAD TO FRIENDSHIP

Regards,

Rajesh Gupta
Area Chairman - Area 2

The NFD Rally - Tr. Sethu- MRT1

> Hi satish , dinshaw and siva,> > compliments to table 3 and 94 for taking the initiative to organise a car rally..> > it was superbaly executed..> When i saw sq.leg rajan syal from motor sports club at savera hotel, i knew we were in for a professionaly managed rally...> > we did the right things first...goblled the yummy samosa and sandwich from uncle sams packet, and snoozed while the driver drove..!> great fun even though we changed track half way through and zipped our way to pondy !> > cheers guys..> > sethu> mrt 1...> > Sent from my BlackBerry® on Airtel> > -----Original Message----->


From: "Prabhat" <prabhat100@gmail.com>> Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:11:40 > To:<AEX-0708@googlegroups.com>, "'AREA - 2 CHAIRMAN'" <A2-Chair-0708@googlegroups.com>, "'A2-Sec-0708'" <a2-sec-0708@googlegroups.com>> Cc:"'satish'" <satish@designworks.in>, <dinshaw.parakh@gmail.com>> Subject: Great Escape 2007 !!> > Dear Tr. Satish & Tr. Dinshaw,> > > > Greetings from MART 100 !!> > > > Congratulations on the Successfully organized RALLY for Area 2 , it was excellently professionally organized event. We had a nice time calculating the Time & Speed , the Route and looking out for the Marshalls , Must say you guys had taken a lot of effort in organizing this event.> > > > Please convey my congrats to all the Tablers of RT 3 & RT 94.> > > > Cheers to 100% Friendship,> > > > Tr. Prabhat Sreewastav> > Chairman – MART 100.> > > > > --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~>

Tr. Sidsy gets into the act

Just saw the blog.
Sexy Dude.
Your prospect Sidsy is getting popular in Area II.
We shd canvass for him for Area Chairman for next year.


Tr. Anuj Bihani

Spidey in Hindi - Posted by Tr. Sidsy Daga

http://www.makkadman.com/

Sat Jupiter's Afternoon Pardeeeee - Posted by Tr. Prabat Sriwastav

Fun Blog

Dear Friends,

Warm greetings from the Area 2 Board !!

It is a great initiative by Tr Kaushik to introduce the Area 2 Blog.As all of us a aware that in this busy world of ours amongst the best way to communicate today is through the Mails.

What is a Blog?
A Blog is a website where entries are written in chronological order. Blogs provide commentary or news on a particular subject. A typical blog combines text, images, and links to other blogs, web pages, and other media related to its topic. The ability for readers to leave comments in an interactive format is an important part of many blogs.
And how is it going to be useful to us?
It will be a great communication tool within the whole of RT India - Area 2; it can provide very quick updates on Events; it will be a Discussion Forum, where individual Tablers can express themselves, etc.
Tablers do make use of this iniiative so as we can communicate to each other better
ROAD TO FRIENDSHIP

Regards,

Rajesh Gupta
Area Chairman - Area 2

Rajman Vanijya
123, Linghi Chetty Street,
Chennai - 600 001
Phone : 25268172
Mobile : 98410 - 71733

Dear Kaushik,

Let me at the outset congratulate you on taking over the mantle of Area IT Convenorship of this dynamic Area. It will surely be a wonderful experience and a fun filled year of fellowship under the able stewardship of our Area Chairman Tr Rajesh Gupta. Commencing an Area Blog is an excellent initiative. I am quite confident and sure that you will take Area 2 to the next level thru the Area Blog and achieve laurels this Tabling year 2007-2008.

Tabling in Area 2 has always been hectic and the best way to keep oneself updated of the latest happenings and events is thru the web and electonic media. It is my sincere endeavor that this Area Blog shall project the dedicated social work, community service and fellowship activities of all Tables of Area 2. It will be a fulfillment if
this effectively reaches out to all Tables and Circles of Area 2. The Tabling momentum has been rocking and hectic with incessant activities on all fronts from all Tables in Area 2 which is known as the Mecca of Tabling.

Henry Ford has said that "Enthusiasm is at the bottom of all progress, with it there is accomplishment". Your reflection through the Area Blog is a significant effort in exhorting the Area to continue to excel in its accomplishments.

The present year, I am sure will add to your prosperity and success. We will carry on the efforts on all the fronts and also ensure that there is continuity in all facets. Three Cheers to the Pillars of Area 2.

Participate, get involved, enjoy Tabling and take the Road to Friendship.


LMF HT Satish Jupiter (RT 162)
Area Honorary Tabler
Area 2, Round Table India

Big Daddy Speak - RTI, Area II. Tr. M S

When Area IT convenor and till recently jointly along with me, one of the most eligible bachelors of Area II Tr. Kaushik Palicha asked me to pen a few lines for the Area blog on any aspect of tabling that I am passionate about, it kind of left me in a dizzy.
I did not know what to write about. So let me share a few of my thoughts with all of you.

One of the most important things about Tabling that we all should remember is that on a priority scale Tabling should come a distant third with the first priority being and the second being work.

Enjoy what you are doing. Do not allow yourself to be pressurised into doing anything you do not enjoy. I have learnt this the hard way.

Support your Chairman and your table to the best of your ability.

While fellowship is the backbone of our movement, community service equally important.

Enjoy your time in Tabling

Cheers and Happy Blogging
YIT

Tr.M.Sivaramakrishnan
MCRT 94