My thought of the day : Live life to the fullest : You live only Once

Hello Friends,

Recently, I have been talking to many friends & colleagues about their life experiences, & their future outlook towards life in general & retirement : A Canadian lifestyle vs the Indian way of living.

Some of my friends of many years, are in the process of either retiring soon or have already taken an early retirement.

We're immigrants & people of a different mindset. Many of us are torn between 2 mindsets: a culture we were born into (being frugal & conservative)  vs the North American environment we chose to live in (live for the day).

We have come a long way from the small towns & villages to a life in Canada. Some of you are still in the process of settling down.

Many of us have gone through tremendous hardships along the way & have amazing stories of courage & sacrifice. The journey has been tough, however it's been worth the effort for most of us. 

Recently, I was discussing among friends about the story of a man, who died suddenly just before retirement. He had worked hard all his life, saved money for future & lived a frugal life, with a dream to enjoy a hard earned retirement. He died much before his time & his dreams of having long walks with his spouse, & relaxing on the porch with his grand kids, are now unrealized.

This incident has got me thinking quite a lot...

I believe all of us need to think hard about retirement planning, estate planning, having a life insurance & having a Will in place, however we also need to balance it out with enjoying life to the fullest & taking every day as it comes. Make sure to laugh a lot, love your family & hug them everyday. Forgive & Forget. 

"Today will come only once"

Have a Great Day.

Rahul Vashisht

New Year's Eve Dinner Party : 31-Dec-2017 (Jyoti, Mamta & Friends)

New Year's Party : Welcome 2018

Natraj Banquet Hall : Phone: (905) 677-9393

Party Starts 7pm onwards:

Address: 7275 Torbram Rd, Mississauga, ON L4T 1G8

For RSVP:

Jyoti : 647-284-4006

Mamta : 416-460-3357

New Year's Eve Dinner Party : 31-Dec-2017 (Jyoti, Mamta & Friends)

New Year's Party : Welcome 2018

Natraj Banquet Hall 

Party Starts 7pm onwards:

Address: 7275 Torbram Rd, Mississauga, ON L4T 1G8

Phone: (905) 677-9393

Please Choose the options below for making the Payment :

Cost of Dinner for Guests :

New Year's Eve Party Tickets

1 Adult : $50.00 CAD 1 Adult + 1 kid : $85.00 CAD 1 Adult + 2 kids : $120.00 CAD 2 Adults : $100.00 CAD 2 Adults + 1 kid : $135.00 CAD 2 Adults + 2 kids : $170.00 CAD 2 Adults + 3 kids : $205.00 CAD 3 Adults : $150.00 CAD 3 Adults + 1 kid : $185.00 CAD 3 Adults + 2 kids : $220.00 CAD

Diwali Dinner Party - 13-Oct-2019 (Indo-Candians Group) - (Discounted Tickets for Newcomers to Canada)

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Cost of Dinner for Members & Guests :

(Discounted Prices for Newcomers to Canada : less than 5 years in Canada)

Diwali Dinner

1 Adult : $25.00 CAD 2 Adults : $50.00 CAD 3 Adults : $75.00 CAD 4 Adults : $100.00 CAD 5 Adults : $125.00 CAD 6 Adults : $150.00 CAD 7 Adults : $175.00 CAD 8 Adults : $200.00 CAD 9 Adults : $225.00 CAD 10 Adults : $250.00 CAD

Golf Tournament - 9 Hole Golf game + A&W Lunch - Sunday, 10-Sep-2017 (Indo-Candians Group)

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Cost of 9 Hole Golf game + A&W Lunch (Burger, Fries & Drink) for Members & Guests :

Golf game (9 Hole) + Lunch

1 Ticket $45.00 CAD 2 Tickets $90.00 CAD 3 Tickets $135.00 CAD 4 Tickets $180.00 CAD 5 Tickets $225.00 CAD 6 Tickets $270.00 CAD 7 Tickets $315.00 CAD 8 Tickets $360.00 CAD 9 Tickets $405.00 CAD 10 Tickets $450.00 CAD

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Location : 
Streetsville Glen Golf Club
1876 Hallstone Road, Brampton, ON L6V 3N2
(905) 451-9325

On Google Maps : https://goo.gl/maps/3uqZ8QTc4Z52

tee off time : starting 9am Sunday, 10-Sep-2017

Diwali Dinner Party - 07-Oct-2017 (Indo-Candians Group)

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Cost of Dinner for Members & Guests :

Diwali Dinner

1 Ticket $35.00 CAD 2 Tickets $70.00 CAD 3 Tickets $105.00 CAD 4 Tickets $140.00 CAD 5 Tickets $175.00 CAD 6 Tickets $210.00 CAD 7 Tickets $245.00 CAD 8 Tickets $280.00 CAD 9 Tickets $315.00 CAD Table for 10 $320.00 CAD

Diwali Dinner Party - 07-Oct-2017 (Indo-Candians Group)

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Cost of Dinner for Members & Guests  Book a Table for 10 people (sponsorer) + Banner + web promotion :

Diwali Dinner

Table for 10 (Sponsorer) : $600.00 CAD

Picnic : 18-June-2017 at 10 am - 5 pm (Group Picnic: Indo-Canadian Community of Professionals)

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Cost of Picnic Lunch for adults (accompanied kids eat free) :

Picnic Lunch (accompanied kids eat free)

1 Adult : $5.00 CAD 2 Adults : $10.00 CAD 3 Adults : $15.00 CAD 4 Adults : $20.00 CAD 5 Adults : $25.00 CAD 6 Adults : $30.00 CAD 7 Adults : $35.00 CAD 8 Adults : $40.00 CAD 9 Adults : $45.00 CAD 10 Adults : $50.00 CAD

Group Picnic & Lunch : Indo-Canadian Community of Professionals : 18-June-2017 at 10 am - 5 pm
Directions on google Maps : http://tinyurl.com/jackdarlingpark

City of Mississauga Parks: Jack Darling Memorial Park, 1180 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, ON - L5H1A1
Picnic Area # A

My Star-Gazing: Scientific Vedic Astrological Forecast - Mar-Apr/2017

Hello Friends,
Spring has arrived & big changes are coming for the next 2 months.
Few significant astrological events occurring in the next 2 months :

1. Mars Transits Aires (1) : 02-Mar-2017 to 13-Apr :
Mars is in own sign for the next month & ready to express it's beneficial energy to all. Very Beneficial (Shubh)

2.  Venus Transits Pisces (12) 27-Jan-2017 to 31-may.
Pisces is considered the exaltation sign of Venus, so this will be a positive transit. Due to Venus retrograde cycle, this passage through Pisces (the sign of Jupiter) will be extended to over four months, ending on May 31.
We will explore how Venus is faring through the coming months, but overall, this transit of Venus is very positive, this period is good to explore new relationships as Venus is the ruler of love, & romance.

3. Sun Transits Pisces (12)  14-Mar-2017 to 14-Apr.
Sun is finally entering friendly territory after 2 months. This is a welcome reprieve after 2 months of harsh winter. We'll be blessed with the "kripa drishti" (beneficial rays of warmth) of the Surya & can relax a bit from our daily hardships. Sun moves away from the 3rd aspect of Saturn & receives the beneficial 7th aspect of Jupiter in Virgo (6)
Sun is also in conjugation with beneficial planets Mercury (Budh) & Venus (shukra) & forms a Raj Yoga : Ubhayachari Yoga as it has planets on either side (in the 2nd house : Mars & in the 12 house : Ketu). This is a very favourable indication & produces huge rewards.

Ubhayachari Yoga: children born during this period will have good health, good looks & lucky
When planets other than the moon are present on either side of the Sun, Ubhayachari yoga is formed. This produces a native with a strong physique, capability to shoulder great responsibility, learning, good-looks, wealth. The best part of this person will be that he / she will be able to handle the most complicated situation with a balanced approach

4. Mercury & Jupiter interaction -
Mercury transits Pisces (12) 11-mar to 27-mar & Jupiter transits Virgo (6), they have exchanged houses & aspect each other with the 7th aspect. This is again a very beneficial combination & this interaction will enrich our minds & encourage deep thought  & learning. Please open your minds to new thoughts & wisdom.

Overall - The best 2 months of the year are finally upon us as the Sun transits Pisces (March) & Aires (April-May).

Best Regards,

--
Rahul Vashisht

My Star-Gazing: Scientific Vedic Astrological Forecast - Jan-Feb/2017

Hello Friends,
Big changes have occurred since my last update.
Times are changing & the stars tell the story of a changing environment - socio, political & economical. We're witnessing a sea change of almost everything.
I keep my faith in the ancient science & knowledge of astrology, this is the gift given to me by my father & by my astrology school in India. It has allowed me to look at everything with a different perspective & keeps me a step ahead of events. 

Few significant astrological events occurring in the next 2 months :

1. Trump inauguration on Jan-20 :
Many people fear the unknown & the inflammatory statements during last year. However, in reality : The crown makes the head heavy & brings responsibility & prudence to bad behaviour.
Some people are fearful, however The stars tell a different story :
A planetary necklace - "a garland of planets" - all planets/ stars line-up on Jan-20 / "Graha Malika", Moon in Libra Jan 19-20 :

Planets are spread out into a chain of adjacent signs. This is a significant thing to note because of two points. First, planets function well when they have space and are not competing with other planets for expression in the same sign. Second, when this garland appears, it often indicates a chain of events that becomes significant for an individual in their horoscope or for all of us collectively.

When the waning Moon reaches the sign of Libra, we will see this garland for a couple of days, January 19-20. Starting with Rahu in Leo (5), we progress to Jupiter in Virgo (6), Moon in Libra (7), Saturn in Scorpio (8), Mercury in Sagittarius (9), Sun in Capricorn (10) and ending with Ketu/Venus/Mars in Aquarius (11).
Mars also breaks the "Kaal-Sarp Yoga" on 20-jan-2017, when Mars steps into Pisces (12), thus completing the planetary garland.

It is more difficult to predict what this could mean on the world stage, but in an individual chart, we look at the houses that start and end the garland to get a clue about what that configuration means for an individual horoscope. Since this does occur during the time of the US Presidential inauguration, we can only take the planetary configuration as a positive indicator of the times to come. So, I'm not overly worried.

2. Sun Transits Capricorn (10)  14-Jan-2017 to 12-Feb.
Winter is here & the winter Sun is the weakest - take that as a weakness of energy, self confidence, self ego.
The Sun enters un-friendly territory after 2 months, enters Capricorn(10) the home of Saturn.
Its as if - it losses its self confidence & ego. Saturn destroys ego & over confidence.
The Sun transits the 2 signs of Saturn during the next 2 months - Capricorn (10) and Aquarius (11) as per Vedic Calendar.

Because Capricorn has the reputation for serious work and difficulty, like the symbol of the mountain-climbing goat, it is a good time to get your head down and put your soul into those difficult tasks that offer great rewards.
If during this time you find yourself being repeatedly slapped & your ego shattered, look no further than within yourself to understand the lessons you are being dealt.
Its during these times of hard work & effort that we begin to appreciate the worth of luxury & comfort.

3. Sun Transits Aquarius(11)  12-feb-2017 to 14-mar.
The Sun is in un-friendly territory Aquarius(11) the home of Saturn.
Its as if - it losses its self confidence & ego. Saturn destroys ego & over confidence. It wants you to learn the hands-on approach. No more cushy luxury of pushing buttons. It wants you to roll up your sleeves & get down on your hand & knees hard work.
If during this time you find yourself being repeatedly slapped & your ego shattered, look no further than within yourself to understand the lessons you are being dealt.
Its during these times of hard work & effort that we begin to appreciate the worth of luxury & comfort.
"He who has tasted the bitter / sour fruit - will appreciate & cherish the sweetness, when the fruit is ripe."

4. Venus Transits Pisces (12) 27-Jan-2017 to 31-may.
Pisces is considered the exaltation sign of Venus, so this will be a positive transit. Due to Venus retrograde cycle, this passage through Pisces (the sign of Jupiter) will be extended to over four months, ending on May 31.

We will explore how Venus is faring through the coming months, but overall, this transit of Venus is very positive, this period is good to explore new relationships as Venus is the ruler of love, & romance. For those, who are looking for a good opportunity for romance to blossom: - Feb-14 is the perfect time & also this year, it falls in the time when Venus is Exalted. (Sone pe Suhaga)

Venus and Jupiter are both positive forces in this change cycle, encouraging healthy growth, purity and harmony.


Overall - Avoid Conflict situations : the next 2 months may be hard - which is seasonal with winter / the usual back breaking work - but its all worth it, if the rewards are sweet.

Best Regards,

--
Rahul Vashisht