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This happened in 2005 when I had just joined my first job in Chennai. I used to walk a little distance to my office then. I noticed this boy of about 16 or 17 years sitting on the road side - begging. He was physically disabled. I was sure, that he could not even stand on his own legs. As i passed by I just stared at him. From the next day, it became a routine for me to give him a rupee and he would always smile at me. The smile, I swear was infectious. I used to feel energetic seeing him smile. Then one fine day, when I bent to give him the usual one rupee, with a much wider and brighter smile he offered me a small chocolate. I was surprised. He said, "Akka innakku ennoda Birthday akka"("Akka today is my birthday" - Akka is what you call your elder sister in Tamil). He said it with such happiness that I was dumbstruck. I did not know how to react. I took the chocolate and fumbled with my bag to find something that I could give him. I found a 5 rupee coin which I gave to him with a smile and walked away. I had that chocolate with me for many days as a memento of that event. But that incident and that boy have remained in my memory ever since. I realized that one does not need a reason to smile. Otherwise, that boy sitting there in that condition would never have been able to smile at a stranger like me. His smile taught me to hold myself up and fight, no matter how bad the situation is. His smile taught me to smile, always :-)
I just have one regret about the whole incident. I wish I had talked to him at least once.
Who knows when someone will need an extra dose of energy, so keep smiling and share some energy with others. There is so much to think and worry about. But at this moment, just Smile :-)
P.S. Smiling daily for 5 minutes can reduce heart-related ailments by 50% ;-)
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The association of Tata Motors with Lionel Messi is that of two greats. Lionel Messi has been exceptionally talented who with his hard work, determination and sacrifices has got better and tougher in his chosen sport so is the Image, reputation and quality of TATA Motors that have transformed brilliant ideas into masterpieces of engineering and created a brand and products that we are so proud of as Indians. Lionel Messi has transformed his body and the mind body co-ordination into a masterpiece of precision and excellence it would not be wrong to say that Lionel Messi is the TATA Motors of sports where as TATA Motors is the Lionel Messi of vehicles both giants in their own spheres driven by the drive to excel and lead by example. So Lionel Messi is the best choice for becoming the brand Ambassador for TATA Motors
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Like minds think and act alike looking at the track record of TATA Motors it has stood the test of time and built a business that was built using bricks of hard work on a foundation of trust. Authenticity, reliability, simplicity, as well as its commitment to innovation are the trademarks of brand TATA Motors. These same qualities are present in Lionel Messi who with his immense talent has made a mark for himself on the international football field .Facing all hardships he has worked hard toiling on the fields and in training sessions facing injuries and pressure to come out trumps and be a winner. Thus these two greats Lionel Messi and TATA Motors are made for each other .There association is a bond of two legends
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Your post defines #madeofgreat to the hilt. Goodluck for the contest
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Authenticity, reliability, simplicity, as well as its commitment to innovation are the pillars of strength on which TATA have built a brand that has put India on the global map. It is a brand that has stood the test of time just like Lionel Messi who tackles opposition on the field with his skill,agility,strategy,brilliance and raw power to reach and score a goal so has been the track record of TATA motors who has become a brand leader and a global giant. These qualities make TATA Motors and Lionel Messi perfect partners who stand for the same set of values thus Lionel Messi is the perfect brand ambassador to represent TATA Motors.
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Your post defines #madeofgreat in an awesome manner.Very well written and interesting post indeed.
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Tata Motors is a brand that makes durable vehicles, with its MADE IN INDIA mark makes every Indian proud. It is a brand seen globally as Trusted, Reliable, Innovative and at the forefront of technology. In its journey since inception it has overcome all odds, competition, and adversities with grit and determination. These same qualities are associated with Lionel Messi who was very talented and hardworking from a very early age. With each game that he played he kept improving his skills and built a career to become one of the best player of professional football. There qualities make both TATA Motors and Lionel Messi giants who perfectly compliment each other and Lionel Messi the right and perfect Ambassador who stands for the same values that TATA Motors does.
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ReplyDeleteTATA Motors is a brand associated with performance, endurance and excellence. These words are also synonymous with Lionel Messi who plays as a forward and weaves his magic on the football field.Just as Lionel Messi is considered the best footballer in the world ,TATA motors which is Indias premier automotive manufacturer gives wheels to the people of India with its wide range of vehicles. Both believe in excelling in whatever they do and set examples for others to follow. They compliment each other as both are reliable trustworthy and leaders thus Lionel Messi is the natural choice as the brand ambassador of TATA Motors
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Thank you all for selecting me. I was out of town and was not able to follow the happenings. Happy to know that you all liked my post.
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