11 Ways Your Friends Change After Getting Married But Never Admit

The feeling that one gets on a best friend’s wedding can be an ideal example of what we call a bagful of ‘mixed emotions’.
Well, we are pretty sure you all might have experienced this or will go through this situation at some point of your life. But today, we just bring to you a light take on the ways in which your friends change after their marriage, even if they do not admit!

 

 

 

1. They do not have time to pick up your call.

Did you ever need to ask them if it was the right time to talk? Well, now you will have to!

2. They become less appreciative of your humour and are stuck in their own world.

And, you just wonder what is wrong with them!

3. They become a ‘wave from distance’ friend from being a ‘hand in hand’ friend.

Well, we know you never even imagined walking on opposite paths. But, face it! That is the truth now.

4. Entire world knows before you about what is going on in their life, through social media.

And, you had no idea your friend is off to Goa for the weekend because your interenet connection was down from last two days!

5. They have long stories to tell about their new life when you meet.

Which you are not a part of!

6. And, soon they become the odd-one-out.

They have nothing common to share, they have no clue about what is happening in the group, and they do not even seem interested at all.

7. They become an excuse factory to avoid every opportunity to hang out with you.

Be it a movie plan, a long drive, a sleepover, pizza party, whatsoever!

8. Gradually, they become motherly.

This especially for all your female besties. Things, like ‘it is high time you too should get married’, 'there should be someone to take care of you', etc., had never been their concern before. But, now it is!

9. They sharpen their culinary skills.

Another one for those who have female best friends. The girl who could not even cook Maggi is now baking cakes and trying her hand on everything that seemed so impossible before.

10. They become more family-oriented.

Someone, who hardly liked being at home is always looking for an opportunity to spend as much time as possible with family now.

11. They are wiser, calmer, more patient and full of advice.

 

In a short span of time, they seem to have seen and learnt a lot. Whatever problems you face, they surely are the best troubleshooters and there is a lot they can train you on.

This Beautiful Couple Truly Proves That Marriages Are Made In Heaven

It is said that God makes matches in heaven. And, it is this belief, which makes a lot of us think that he has made someone special for us as well, who will love us, take care of us, and will value our worth till eternity. After all, having a little faith in destiny never harmed anyone, right? So, here is one such love story that reignites our faith in the divine power, and also makes the belief stronger that fairytale do exist after all!

It is said that God makes matches in heaven. And, it is this belief, which makes a lot of us think that he has made someone special for us as well, who will love us, take care of us, and will value our worth till eternity. After all, having a little faith in destiny never harmed anyone, right? So, here is one such love story that reignites our faith in the divine power, and also makes the belief stronger that fairytale do exist after all!

Celebrating togetherness

This couple strongly believes that they were destined to be together. Being together is what makes them happy and brings a smile to their faces, which is hard to hide. This beautiful wedding video shows what commitment and true love means. And, their respect and fondness for each other makes you want to have a story just like theirs!

Defining true love

The bride totally agrees with all those who say that everything is written about who is supposed to meet whom. So much is the power of love that binds them together; she believes that it happened to her as well.
At the same time, the groom is equally thankful of his destiny that made him meet her. A small thing like his wife making a meal for him or just being there by his side, is what brings normality in their otherwise fast-paced and hectic lives. He believes even though no one is perfect, they just fit with each other almost perfectly.

He does believe in the institution of marriage and respects it too. That is why, just a look at his soon-to-be wife’s face, makes him believe that theirs is a marriage that will survive the test of times and will last forever!

Their mesmerising wedding celebration at the Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad, with all those fireworks and arrangements is sure to leave anyone awestruck. And, to top it all, their love for each other that is visible in their eyes adds the ‘aww’ factor to this rather classy, royal and larger-than-life wedding!

15 Things Every Man Deserves From The Woman He Loves

We recently did an article on 15 Things Every Woman Deserves From The Man She Loves. While women totally loved it, a lot of our male readers came up with the request to do something similar for them as well. And, our reaction was- why not? After all, a relationship is about 'him' and 'her', and not just either of them.
So ladies, just because they do not ask for it quite openly, it does not really mean that men do not have any expectations from you. In fact, there are some simple things your man would love to see you doing in a relationship. So, let us find out what they are!

 

 

1. To shower compliments on him

Yes, men too love getting compliments! And, nothing makes them happier than hearing those words of praise from their lady love. So ladies, do not forget to appreciate them whenever they do something good. This can simply make their day

2. To be dependent on him sometimes

Be it taking his advice on any small thing like choosing a dress, or any big thing like making a career switch, he would totally love to be your advisor for everything related to your life.

3. To be a good listener

Well, we know you love to talk about everything with him at the end of the day, and he totally loves that. But, at times, lending your ears to him would make him feel even nicer!

4. To take interest in the stuff he likes to do

Just the way you expect them to notice your new haircut or nail paint, men too want you to be their partner in all their ‘boy stuff’. Be it gaming, sports, politics or anything else, they want their girl to be a part of the activities they love, every once in a while.

5. To surprise him occasionally

Who says men do not like surprises? They surely do, especially when it is from the woman whom they love the most. So ladies, do not forget to pick a gift of his choice while going back home today. Or else, plan out a romantic date, and see how happy it makes him!

6. To get ready quickly

Well, it really irritates men when you take quite too long to get ready for any occasion. It kills the charm and excitement when you waste most of the time dating the mirror. So, get ready quick girls. And, when you say you will be ready in 'five minutes', just mean the same. That is the least he can expect from you, right?

7. To control your inquisitiveness

At times, men love to be with just themselves. And, no matter how open your relationship is, asking them again and again if something is wrong, is not really a great idea. So, in such situations, let them have some ‘me only’ time.

8. To be fine with him hanging out with his ‘bros’

Ladies, don’t you love to spend time with your darling besties? Then, there should be no big deal if men too want to do the same. After all, giving some breathing space to each other in a relationship is never harmful!

9. To surprise him occasionally by making the first move

After all, why should girls have all the fun? Men too deserve to get passionate surprises sometimes. So ladies, take initiatives and surprise them at times by doing something ‘fun’.

10. To be his hogging companion

It is understandable that you are on a diet. But, he wants a companion to relish that fried chicken with him. And, he wants you to be that companion. Isn’t that a good enough reason for you to ditch the low-calory diet sometimes?

11. To stop saying ‘It is fine’, when it is not

Because, when you say so, even he knows you do not mean it. So, say it out loud if you are not liking anything, but do not keep it to yourself. It will not help you to come to a solution.

12. To not sandwich him in the fights between you and his mother

Believe us, it would one of the best things you would be doing for him!

13. To let him be guilt-free for forgetting an 'important' date

Let us face it girls! Most men are born with the quality of not remembering the special dates or occasions. Then no point making a fuss about it, right? So, let them get off the hook at least for not remembering the days, like 'the first time you saw each other anniversary', 'your first kiss anniversary', etc.

14. To stand strong with him in the tough times

Standing by his side might not be that tough during the good times. But, it is equally important to be with him even during the tough days in life. All he wants from you is that trust in your eyes that he is capable of taking care of you pretty well.

15. To let him know that you feel lucky to be with him

Nothing can give a boost to the self-respect of your man than your gestures telling him that you feel blessed to have him in your life. So, there is no harm in saying that quite often

The beauty of a woman

The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul.

YOU

It's YOU. You mean everything to me... 
you are the first thought in my head in the morning when I wake up; 
my last thought before I go to bed. 
You smile at me in my dreams... 
when you are sad, I feel sad, 
and when I see your true smile, 
I feel incredible, 
like there is no other thing around and all I can see is you.

How to Support Your Spouse During Tough Times

We all know that life is like a roller coaster ride. If there are good times, then there will be bad times too. Even among couples, turbulences do occur at times despite the efforts made by both the partners to keep everything smooth. This might happen if either of the partners faces tough time due to something which is not directly related to his/her better half. However, supporting and understanding your spouse during this testing time is the most important thing. If you want your loved one to bounce back, you have to act strong and help him/her to face the bad time. Here are few tips that will help you to support your spouse in hard times.

Do not be judgemental

When your partner has suffered enough because of a mistake or a wrong decision, the last thing he/she would want to hear from you is, your negative remarks about the whole matter.

Let’s say, you warned your spouse about one of his/her friends. But, a few days later he/she had a fight with that friend, and came back home in a furious mood. So, what are you going to do now? If you decide to say, “Well, I told you so”, then there are chances that your partner might never ask for your help or share any of the bad experiences with you again. Hence, you need to understand that he/she is going through enough pain already. So instead of passing on comments, try to make your partner feel better by distracting him/her through some fun activities, like sports, dining out, shopping, etc.

Be the source of strength

So, your partner got passed over for a promotion today? Obviously, he/she must be in a bad mood. But instead of asking, “Are you ok?” or saying, “I feel so sorry for you”, say that you have faith in him/her, and you know that he/she can handle this situation easily.

Saying sorry might make your partner feel even more disappointed, and the feeling of not being able to live up to your expectations might also arise. None of us like to be considered as a weak person, especially by someone whom we love the most. So, just show your support to your better half, and let him/her deal with the situation in his/her way.

Be patient

There might be times when your spouse will not share his/her problems with you due to some reasons. This might bother you sometimes, but you need to be patient in such cases. No matter what are the circumstances, always try to be an invisible support.

You can cook his/her favourite meal, plan a get together with close friends, give a tight hug and a kiss, anything which you feel will lift your partner’s mood. And when you feel that the time is right, ask if he/she wants to talk about the problem. But, do not pressurise and just let them know that you care for them, and they can always count on you. 

The good thing about bad time is that it does not last forever. But being strong during such phase of life, and being the strength of your spouse at the same time will make your relationship stronger than ever. So, make sure that you take all the right steps for your loved one during their tough time.

5 Best Exercises For Women to Flaunt a Sexy Back

Backless or strapless dresses are very much in trend, and we all want to wear them on some or the other occasion. But, before stepping out in this sexy outfit, you need to make sure that you have a toned upper back. This is because, the back fat can spoil the whole look of your backless or strapless dress. And you definitely wouldn’t want that, right? Toned and sexy back always complements such revealing dresses.

So, if you want to know what all you can do to get rid of your back fat or bra bulge, here are some of the best workouts for your help.

1. Push ups

We all know that push ups are ideal for toning the arms, but what is lesser known is that they are great for reducing back fat. Follow these steps to do push ups rightly:

• Just place your hands on the floor (in line with your chest); your feet together, making a straight line from head to heel (also called plank position),
• Now, push up till your hands are absolutely straight.
• Return to the starting position after that.
• Do as many repetitions you can, but just be sure to maintain a correct posture.

2. Dumbbell one-point row

Here is another workout for you to get toned upper back: 

• Hold the dumbbells in hands, and then slowly raise your right foot backwards in such a way that your right leg and chest are parallel to the floor.
• Now, pull the dumbbells straight up to your sides and then push it down slowly.
• Switch the legs after eight repetitions and do the same with the left leg.

3. Swiss Ball Y-raise

You would require an exercise ball to perform this exercise. 

• Lie on the ball with face down and toes on the floor.
• Now, keep your back straight and make sure that the ball is placed below your chest. Let your arms hang loosely on the ground with palms facing each other.
• Then, raise your arms at 30 degree angle from your body, so that it forms a Y and keep raising them till they are in line with your body.
• Hold your hands in that position for a few seconds before lowering back to the starting position. Do 10 repetitions.

4. Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise

This is yet another simple exercise for a sexy back. Here is how to do it: 

• Firstly, take a seat and then grab a pair of light dumbbells.
• Place the dumbbells right behind your heels, and raise the arms straight out on the sides.
• While doing this exercise, keep in mind that you do not stare constantly at your feet. This way, you might strain your neck. So in order to make this exercise work best for your shoulders and back, look down but away from your feet in outward direction.

5. Superman

You will surely feel like one superhero with this workout. Just follow these simple steps to do this fun workout: 

• Lie in face-down posture on the floor, and spread your legs and arms.
• Now, raise your head, right arm and left leg to about three inches.
• Hold this position for few seconds before getting back to the starting position.
• Repeat the same with left arm and right leg.
• Once you are comfortable with this, do this by lifting both your hands and legs at the same time. Do eight to ten repetitions of this workout for best results.

So ladies, now you know about all the exercises that will sculpt your back. Incorporate these drills in your daily routine, and you will have a toned, beautiful, and of course sexy back in no time. You can then flaunt your strapless choli or backless dress with style and confidence.

7 Cutest Ways to Say Sorry that Will Surely Melt Their Hearts

So, you had a tiff with your partner over a mistake and now things have taken a turn for the worse. You are no longer in talking terms with each other and this thing is killing you. You have even realised your mistake, but you are wondering how to apologise to your sweetheart. Does it all sound familiar?

Honestly, small disputes happen in every relationship, but admitting that you are wrong and saying sorry is an important step to make your relationship healthy and happy one. We know that apologies are difficult to express; but if you say sorry with these creative and effective ideas, your partner will definitely fall in love with you all over again.

1. Desktop Love

Why not create a cute custom background for partner’s laptop or phone? Great idea, isn’t? Simply, hold a play card or a simple card saying “I am sorry” and snap a picture of yourself. If you can, then decorate the card with some cute pictures of both of you or some other artwork. And then, upload this image on your partner’s desktop, laptop or tablet and put it on sleep mode. Your partner will be definitely surprised to see your apology this way.

P.S.: Looking for something simpler? Put an “I’m sorry” wallpaper or screensaver on their laptop or phone, and let their anger melt away with your simple, sweet and heart-felt apology.

2. Say it with food

Bake a cake and use frosting to write, “I am sorry” on the top. Now, nothing can be more sweet, romantic and cute than this. And, we are sure once your better half sees all the effort you have made, you will be forgiven.

P.S.: You can always cook their favourite meal and leave a small note attached to the plate saying, “I am sorry. I know I made a mistake. Let’s make up please.” And to make it more special, a candle light dinner with their favourite romantic track playing at the background will not be a bad idea.

3. Sorry with chocolates

Nothing says “sorry” better than chocolates. Be it for the men or the ladies, chocolates are a sheer nirvana for everyone with a sweet-tooth. Either get chocolates customised to spell out the words “Sorry” or use chocolate syrup to write “I’m Sorry”.

P.S.: Instead of chocolates, you can always get some customised cupcakes made for them that will turn the bitterness in your relationship instantly with their sweet flavours. Make sure you get the cupcakes customised in their favourite flavours.

4. Go on record

Make a special audio recording for your special one. Start that with a small sorry message. Say that you are sorry and you will take care of such things in the future. Say that you want to relive the old moments with them and how much you love them. Along with that add a few apology songs. And, then you can add few songs which are your partner’s favourite.

P.S.: You can also make a video CD, where you can add some photographs of your special moments. You can also shoot the video at a special place, say where you first met or where you went on date or your home, etc. End the video with your sorry message. Either way your partner will definitely be charmed with your efforts.

5. Write for them

You can always write a poem and leave it on the desk, or kitchen table or any other place which they always use. Be sure your poetry rhymes. And when you see them smiling, come out and say sorry to them. Bending down on your knees will not be a bad idea.

P.S.: Instead of going for a serious poem, use your charm to write a funny one. And, hear them laugh their way to forgiveness.

6. Inflate the apology

Carry heart shaped balloons, saying “I am sorry”, some chocolates and knock on the door. When your partner opens the door, bend down on your knees, look over at them with puppy dog eyes and ask for his/her apology. You just can’t go wrong with this one.

7. Cute stuff

Guys, here is something special that will fill your lady’s heart with forgiveness and love- “I’m Sorry” teddy bear! Though slightly cliché, yet a cute stuff toy is a great way to win back your sweetheart’s love and apologise in the cutest way possible.

P.S.: You can get the stuff toy customised with a special message or your loved ones name. Or, you can just buy an “I love You” teddy bear, and stick an “I’m Sorry” note on it with a sad emoticon.

No matter how small or big a dispute is, saying sorry can always bridge that vacant hole. But be sure that you mean it when you say sorry to your partner. So, what are you waiting for, say sorry to your loved ones right now with these cute tips and woo them back again. And don’t forget to share your experience with me

Quotes

Life is to be lived, not controlled, and humanity is won by continuing to play in face of certain defeat.

Do not waste yourself in rejection, nor bark against the bad, but chant the beauty of the good.

Fanaticism consists of redoubling your effort when you have forgotten your aim.

Army of the Lord!

A friend was in front of me coming out of church one day, and as always the preacher was standing at the door shaking hands as the congregation departed. He grabbed my friend by the hand and pulled him aside.

The preacher said to him, "You need to join the Army of the Lord!"

My friend replied, "I'm already in the Army of the Lord, Preacher."

The preacher questioned, "How come I don't see you except for Christmas and Easter?"

He whispered back, "I'm in the secret service."