'Misbah' is the name of husband's youngest brother. He is the ideal brother-in-law, naughty and nice. He is a sensitive and a caring boy. To me, he takes the place of my younger sister in my marital home. Like any young boy, he has his own shortcomings, but he has his heart in the right place.Name: …
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L for Lalita
'Lalita' is the name of my dear friend. She was the first friend I made during my post-graduate studies. Even though we took to each other almost immediately, we had our ups and downs in the next two years. We stayed in the same hostel and always had our meals together. With time, she has …
K for Kabir
I don't know why, but I am fascinated by the name 'Kabir'. In Indian history, Kabir was a mystic poet and saint, whose writings greatly influenced the Bhakti movement. Kabir's poems resonate with praise for the true guru who reveals the divine through direct experience, and denounce more usual ways of attempting god-union such as chanting, …
J for Joshua
'Joshua' is the name of the brother of my husband's friend. The friend and his siblings have become family over time. We all call him by his pet name Munna. In fact I came to know his beautiful name after quite sometime. He is a sweet boy and is way more responsible than his older …
I for Insaan
'Insaan' is the pen name of my husband's younger brother, Shuja. He presents himself as 'Insaan Khan' (Khan is our surname) on social media and in his writings. He says he aspires to become 'Insaan' in the truest sense and that 'Insaan Khan' is the ideal man. Shuja is forever in the quest of truth …
H for Haaris
'Haaris' is the name of my husband's first cousin, who is nothing less than a sibling. He is quite shy and an introvert. But once he warms up, he can be quite a talker. He is a hardworking, honest, sweet, emotional boy; with a good heart. And he adds humour and smiles to my life.Name: …
G for Gargee
'Gargee' is the name of one of my dear friends. I met her during my post-graduation studies in Tezpur University. She is one of the most straight-forward women I know. She is a mass-communication graduate, but her true passion is baking. She is also a dog-lover like me.Name: GARGEEIt's a girl name.Origin: SanskritMeaning: A learned …
F for Fatima
'Fatima' is a popular Muslim name. It was name of Prophet Muhammad's favourite daughter. Variants of this name include Fateema, Fatyma, Fataema, Fatmah and Fatuma.Name: FATIMAIt's a girl name.Origin: ArabicMeaning: Chaste (one who abstains from forbidden things), Motherly (one who weans a child).I am taking part in the Blogging From #AtoZChallenge [April 2015].
E for Elizabeth
'Elizabeth' is a classic name, isn't it? The name reflects rich history, broad appeal and timeless style. Nicknames like Liz, Lizzie, Beth, Betty and Eliza are derived from Elizabeth. Two notable queens of England are named Elizabeth. Elizabeth Taylor, Elizabeth Banks and Elizabeth Hurley are famous movie actresses.Name: ELIZABETHIt's a girl name.Origin: Hebrew (derived from …
D for Digen
'Digen' is the name of my maternal grandfather (Koka). To me, he is the ideal man. Loving, caring, honest, patient, truthful, liberal and foresighted; he truly justifies his name. Interestingly, unlike his wife (B for Bulbuli), he is quite an introvert. He seldom gets angry. But when he does, you better maintain your distance.Name: DIGENIt's …
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