I sure do. If you believe in Karma then you always think about what did he or she do wrong to deserve that. "What goes around comes around." You probably heard this before. I am a hard core believer. I also believe in something my mom always says, "Whatever you do, your children will pay for it". Even the bible says 'As you sow, so shall you reep".
So what made me write about this. I was always a little pissed of about China's hostile take over of Tibet. Tibetans always seemed to be calm, quite and minding their own business people. And China took advantage of this harmless country mostly inhabited by monks. I do not know what prompted China to do this but it left thousands of Tibetans homeless. Was that right? I personally do not think so. And I always thought that karma will come back.
On May 12th, 2008 northern China experienced a 7.8 magnitude earthquake killing thousands and rendering 100's of thousands homeless. Not to mention this is the year that China hosts the Olympics. It is really sad to see all those innocent people in pain. I count my blessings everyday that I do not have to go through that. But I can not stop thinking that Karma is playing its role. In real harsh words, China got what they deserved. I know that innocent people are paying the price but then again What you do in life, your children will pay for it. In this case, the governments innocent citizens (children) are paying for.
Can there ever be peace in this world? Is the world coming to an end because sins are rising? I don't know. All I know is treat others the way you would want to be treated. Because Karma is real.
Bottom Line: Whether you believe in karma or not.....it does not give you the right to treat others inferior.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Visiting Niagara Falls in Canada.
One of my good friends asked me to write more about the different states in the US that I have visited. Great feedback. I would love to. So let me start with Canada since I visited it recently. I know....I know.....it is not a US state. I don't think it should be either. Anyways, I did not get too far this time but I did learn a few things. Me and some friends of mine went to Niagara Falls on the Canadian side. I heard from a lot of people that the Canadian side was great. That there was a lot of things to do. The casinos are awesome. And so on. What I realized was that nothing is all great. There is always something negative that you have to experience to learn. So if you ever decide to go to to Niagara Falls on the Canadian side, here are a few tips.
It is true there is more stuff to do on the Canadian side than the American. There are more clubs, and attractions like the Ripley's Believe it or Not museum, The Screamers horror show, etc. But if you are just looking to visit the Falls then there is no point in going to the Canadian side. Take the Maid of the Mist boat ride which takes you right upto the falls. The same is done from the Canadian side. So unless you want to spend money for some different attractions, there is no point in going to the Canadian side.
One of the main reasons people go to Canada is for the casinos. That's a butt load of bull. I realized that you have better odds of winning in the American casino, Seneca Falls Casino than the ones in Canada. I just played BlackJack at both the Casinos and noticed that in the Canadian casino, the dealer will take all the cards after every game and instead of stacking it up will place it back into the deck box. And the deck box is not a clear box. You cannot see if the cards are being shuffled or what and you never know how many decks are in there. Also, you have to pay for your own drinks at the Canadian casino and parking is $15. Drinks and parking are free at the American Casino. So I do not really see why would someone want to gamble at the Canadian casino. Although I denounce gambling but if you ever get the munchies to try your luck, go to Seneca Falls Casino in America.
Bottom Line: Everything that glitters is not gold. Before you decide to spend a lot of money do your research.
It is true there is more stuff to do on the Canadian side than the American. There are more clubs, and attractions like the Ripley's Believe it or Not museum, The Screamers horror show, etc. But if you are just looking to visit the Falls then there is no point in going to the Canadian side. Take the Maid of the Mist boat ride which takes you right upto the falls. The same is done from the Canadian side. So unless you want to spend money for some different attractions, there is no point in going to the Canadian side.
One of the main reasons people go to Canada is for the casinos. That's a butt load of bull. I realized that you have better odds of winning in the American casino, Seneca Falls Casino than the ones in Canada. I just played BlackJack at both the Casinos and noticed that in the Canadian casino, the dealer will take all the cards after every game and instead of stacking it up will place it back into the deck box. And the deck box is not a clear box. You cannot see if the cards are being shuffled or what and you never know how many decks are in there. Also, you have to pay for your own drinks at the Canadian casino and parking is $15. Drinks and parking are free at the American Casino. So I do not really see why would someone want to gamble at the Canadian casino. Although I denounce gambling but if you ever get the munchies to try your luck, go to Seneca Falls Casino in America.
Bottom Line: Everything that glitters is not gold. Before you decide to spend a lot of money do your research.
What the Canadian Consulate will not tell you?
There are hundreds of people who get a Canadian visa everyday for visiting or migrating. And just like other consulates the Canadian consulate has its own secrets. Let me tell you what they are. I recently applied for visitors visa at the Canadian Consulate in Buffalo, NY. There is a lot that the Canadian Consulate does not tell you on their website. In fact, their website seems to be in need of update.
1. First of all, let me tell you about the most important thing I found out. This can save you $75. When you apply for a canadian visa, eg. visitors visa, you have two options (a) Single Entry, $75 or (b) Multiple Entry $150. If you didn't know any better you would think that Single Entry will let you into Canada only once and that Multiple Entry will let you into Canada more than once. That is exactly what the Canadian Consulate wants you to know. The truth is that, Single Entry means you can enter Canada as many times as you want as long as the visa is valid (usually 6 months) from one single country. So if you were applying from the US then you can go to Canada as many times as you want as long as you return to the US. A Multiple Entry visa means that you can go to Canada from any country and leave Canada to any country. So, if you are looking to go to Canada from the US only then just apply for a Single Entry.
2. Please bring along all necessary and recent documents. If you are working then make sure you have a letter from HR stating you work for the company and that it is a recent one. If you are a student bring in your I 20 and an official class schedule showing that you are enrolled currently. Without proper documentation your visa might be rejected.
3. Get there between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. This way you will be done before lunch and will not have to wait an extra hour. Also, try not to get there on a Friday. It is more crowded on a Friday than any other day.
4. You can pay cash. The website says you can't.
Bottom Line: The governments can try to trick us into scamming our hard earned money. It is upto us to inform everyone.
1. First of all, let me tell you about the most important thing I found out. This can save you $75. When you apply for a canadian visa, eg. visitors visa, you have two options (a) Single Entry, $75 or (b) Multiple Entry $150. If you didn't know any better you would think that Single Entry will let you into Canada only once and that Multiple Entry will let you into Canada more than once. That is exactly what the Canadian Consulate wants you to know. The truth is that, Single Entry means you can enter Canada as many times as you want as long as the visa is valid (usually 6 months) from one single country. So if you were applying from the US then you can go to Canada as many times as you want as long as you return to the US. A Multiple Entry visa means that you can go to Canada from any country and leave Canada to any country. So, if you are looking to go to Canada from the US only then just apply for a Single Entry.
2. Please bring along all necessary and recent documents. If you are working then make sure you have a letter from HR stating you work for the company and that it is a recent one. If you are a student bring in your I 20 and an official class schedule showing that you are enrolled currently. Without proper documentation your visa might be rejected.
3. Get there between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. This way you will be done before lunch and will not have to wait an extra hour. Also, try not to get there on a Friday. It is more crowded on a Friday than any other day.
4. You can pay cash. The website says you can't.
Bottom Line: The governments can try to trick us into scamming our hard earned money. It is upto us to inform everyone.
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