tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post1924255608646803290..comments2024-03-08T20:27:19.615+05:30Comments on Rahul's Blog and collections: Reflections of the PastRahul Bhatiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14682494057615258697noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-16046379715760114972013-07-21T23:27:31.066+05:302013-07-21T23:27:31.066+05:30Ok! Yes, you are right Sir.Ok! Yes, you are right Sir.Saru Singhalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12860642404643756746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-80411744241585437342013-07-21T07:44:07.690+05:302013-07-21T07:44:07.690+05:30Thanks a lot Ashok!Thanks a lot Ashok!Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-27438684807413815952013-07-20T23:05:31.949+05:302013-07-20T23:05:31.949+05:30good write up Rahuljigood write up Rahuljiashokhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07151604896442505084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-15567098721006139822013-07-20T05:22:27.708+05:302013-07-20T05:22:27.708+05:30Same to you Sam:)Same to you Sam:)Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-8297968787860356172013-07-20T05:22:07.276+05:302013-07-20T05:22:07.276+05:30I bow to thee, Sandhya and express my gratitude to...I bow to thee, Sandhya and express my gratitude to people like you ! We all rise to the call of duty as required so please do not feel guilty:)Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-72578214014639202252013-07-20T05:19:48.135+05:302013-07-20T05:19:48.135+05:30A big thanks from a man who once donned a uniform,...A big thanks from a man who once donned a uniform, Rachna!Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-10840231935852383612013-07-20T04:58:59.045+05:302013-07-20T04:58:59.045+05:30 Wishing you a wonderful and relaxing weekend! Wishing you a wonderful and relaxing weekend!Samhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07925023568867910705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-20150347144736777152013-07-19T21:28:15.355+05:302013-07-19T21:28:15.355+05:30I feel guilty after reading experiences of people ...I feel guilty after reading experiences of people like you, Rahulji. We just go to school, go for a good job with a handsome salary and enjoy life without much hard work. <br /><br />I wanted one of my sons to join the forces. I can see that you remember your days of hard work to be useful throughout your life. I admire you, Rahulji!<br /><br />Thanks for giving us a glimpse of your life. Sandhyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06478831923010850316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-42951423477681415922013-07-19T20:08:25.132+05:302013-07-19T20:08:25.132+05:30You know something Rahul, I have always admired th...You know something Rahul, I have always admired the dedication, discipline and training the armed forces impart. Its something that sticks on to you for life. Thanks for sharing this lovely post.Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-32188461656848075592013-07-19T09:34:11.101+05:302013-07-19T09:34:11.101+05:30Thanks a lot, Jaishree for that very nice comment!...Thanks a lot, Jaishree for that very nice comment! I hope I did not make you run hard:) BTW since you mentioned having seen such scenes in movies, do see 'An Officer and A Gentleman' and you will love it, if not seen already!Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-15481604783788400752013-07-18T13:34:37.800+05:302013-07-18T13:34:37.800+05:30Superb post Rahul. It was like I was on the traini...Superb post Rahul. It was like I was on the training grounds with you, your descriptions are that wonderful. Have seen such things mainly in movies, its nice to get a real life account! :)Jayashree Srivatsanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07187741357853447742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-79936831809890953912013-07-17T15:52:42.443+05:302013-07-17T15:52:42.443+05:30Thanks a lot Arti for such a lucid comment!At leas...Thanks a lot Arti for such a lucid comment!At least a few things out of this if imparted honestly to the younger generation will bring a perceptible change in behavior and attitude:)Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-91366613376788103472013-07-17T13:20:29.584+05:302013-07-17T13:20:29.584+05:30Such a beautifully nostalgic post, loved the glimp...Such a beautifully nostalgic post, loved the glimpse it gives into the life of a man in uniform. With so much strength of character and discipline in it, this is definitely something that should be made mandatory for our youngsters.Artihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14606566484548310912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-300293995325703602013-07-17T08:56:30.379+05:302013-07-17T08:56:30.379+05:30 Sam, it was intended to share the story of sweat ... Sam, it was intended to share the story of sweat behind the glitter and thanks a lot for your lovely comment!Always a pleasure to read your comments:) Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-77668048444265638322013-07-17T08:54:05.738+05:302013-07-17T08:54:05.738+05:30How nice, Jemina to know a budding young one with ...How nice, Jemina to know a budding young one with military aspirations! May your dreams of donning a uniform be fulfilled:)Thanks a lot for your nice comment.Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-36446632722874518062013-07-17T08:47:21.000+05:302013-07-17T08:47:21.000+05:30Thanks Shreya, for your kind appreciation:)Thanks Shreya, for your kind appreciation:)Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-27952539919625187672013-07-17T08:46:52.413+05:302013-07-17T08:46:52.413+05:30Rama, hats off to you for your aerobic regimen and...Rama, hats off to you for your aerobic regimen and a pity the paunch belly veterans huffed and puffed recalling old times! It is the excessive beer and lazy routine more than the old training responsible for what you saw! In Armed Forces, the physical exercise is not a fad but a requirement of service.Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-72148079264673683562013-07-17T08:18:29.347+05:302013-07-17T08:18:29.347+05:30Saru, in UK the conscription or compulsory militar...Saru, in UK the conscription or compulsory military service existed only during World War I -1916-19 and World War II-1939 till 1960. In Israel it still exists!If you follow a healthy life style do not worry what others do as it is more a matter of choice to lead a healthy life or do things at odd times and be constantly afflicted by problems or disease:)Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-55404868521345666412013-07-17T03:05:11.135+05:302013-07-17T03:05:11.135+05:30Hi Rahul, I never realized the depths of training,...Hi Rahul, I never realized the depths of training, the intense schedules and the sheer discipline required to be in the navy/army. It takes someone of strong character and resilience, much like yourself, to make it there!Samhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07925023568867910705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-70537093085223501552013-07-16T23:12:42.274+05:302013-07-16T23:12:42.274+05:30been preparing for the cds exam for a while now..a...been preparing for the cds exam for a while now..after reading your post I am all thrilled about the very fact that someday I could be a part of defense.. its fascinating to know that beyond the hardwork. determination and disciplined routine lies a life worth living for...<br />salute..:)monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06326099599198280931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-72461148637402353662013-07-16T22:36:59.370+05:302013-07-16T22:36:59.370+05:30Nice write up again. Always respected armed forces...Nice write up again. Always respected armed forces. Salute!!Shreyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16772074173747864342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-63771989803209267642013-07-16T21:01:04.929+05:302013-07-16T21:01:04.929+05:30Lovely post Rahul, army life is tough so that duri...Lovely post Rahul, army life is tough so that during trying times one can be fit and also tough.<br />However some ex army officers who came to my Aerobics class could not perform aerobics without huffing and puffing, and they used to cry doing ab. exercises. Then they would proudly recount tales of the tough army life they had led and about the rigorous physical training they have had. I could not understand them for the exercises we do were hardly difficult.<br />Even in some Australian TV shows on aerobics, i have seen some shows where the instructors do aerobics with the navy people, all in their exercise uniforms struggling to keep up with the instructors, who used to pull their legs.<br />I suppose each of us are used to our own kind of exercise, that we end up looking very stupid doing some other kind of exercise which might look simple to others but is challenging for us.<br />Nice trip down the memory lane.Rama Ananthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00962222316822524699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-13527664815921239982013-07-16T17:50:53.345+05:302013-07-16T17:50:53.345+05:30That sure was not easy. I think in England there w...That sure was not easy. I think in England there was or is a rule of every young man to be in services. I wonder how people of my age sleep till 11. What's worse is those with kids do it, even their kids sleep after 11 at night. I wonder what's wrong with people around me or am I wrong. <br /><br />Saru Singhalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12860642404643756746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-82099090292614443672013-07-16T16:31:56.123+05:302013-07-16T16:31:56.123+05:30A big thanks KayEm for remembering the contributio...A big thanks KayEm for remembering the contribution of Army men:)Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3223507483783911388.post-25855468272233149452013-07-16T16:31:06.804+05:302013-07-16T16:31:06.804+05:30Thanks Padmaja for reading!Thanks Padmaja for reading!Rahul Bhatiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690287853990880735noreply@blogger.com