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KungFu Panda 3 - at breaking point!

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I saw KungFu Panda 3 over the weekend and safe to say many would have already seen the movie or have read about it so there will be little or no spoilers in this post. The third movie in the franchise goes the tried and tested way of Po saving the valley from yet another powerful adversary. There is little to be disappointed with the premise but the problem with sequels is that it seems like stretching a rubber bank further with every new addition that the rubber band is put to great strain and so it is with KP3. The introduction of Po’s dad, not the feathered one and the story of fatherhood is among the many nice bits in the movie. There is also the usual sly humour that is cleverly inserted in the dialogues that evoked hearty laughter in the theatre from those who caught it instantly. There was a hint of a romantic angle in the movie and I think somewhere in their minds the team behind the story must be regretting that Tigress is a tigress. So the story in brief, Po

Life's lessons from a skating rink

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I have been visiting the skating rink these days to drop my daughter for her classes. Watching the kids skate reinforced some life’s lessons that we forget in the rigours of daily life. Here are the lessons from a skating rink: 1.     Keep your balance:  Life is all about its highs and lows but it is essential that one maintains his balance in the journey of life. Every high and low is temporary and therefore must be treated equally. 2.     Do not lose focus: In the rough and tumble rink or in the world focus is crucial to avoid obstacles, anticipate the challenges and take remedial plans. 3.     Keep moving or get left behind: The essence on the rink is to keep moving, a stationary skater is a liability to others and to himself. In life too standing still is not an option or the world will move ahead leaving you behind 4.     Do not hinder the progress of others: A stationary skater as mentioned above is a liability and an obstacle for others, while the onus is to