The Pensive

I think almost all the Maggi lovers will mark the date and time of the return of Maggi . After all the hoopla around the ban happening from about 5-6 months, Maggi has finally come back like a boss in full confidence, flanked by its fans. Snapdeal invited Maggi with much love by packing 12 packs of maggi with freebies and a 2016 year calendar. I felt I was insane to register myself for the Maggi 2 minute Masala noodle Welcome kit sale  but once I received it , I felt glad and nostalgic. Nestle's Maggi did create ripples with it's come back .  Maggi is back :P Image source : here image source: Here Though not all, atleast 60- 70 % of Indians have a story associated with Maggi. The ads are touching and real coz many people have such emotional bonding with Maggi. Before you frown, let me share my Maggi experiences and journey with Maggi so far :) It was in school when I first tasted Maggi Noodles brought by an aunt from Bombay. I had my introduction to Maggi during on...

image source : here After a long satisfying walk with i-Pod still plugged in my ears I walked to the elevator of my apartment where two smart and cutesy kids were waiting for the elevator. The little girl totally scanned me , my face, my hair , I – Pod, sweat and everything and the little boy was lost in his world of Narnia. I felt, the girl spoke something to me after her scan. I stopped the music, removed the ear plugs and looked directly at her. Me: “R u talking to me?” Girl: “Yes . Ofcourse. From looooong and U r like humming loudly and dancing, unaware of it.” I smiled mischievously at the lil drama queen and replied ;) : “Was I ? Ok. Tell me? What is it ?” Girl : “ Which floor do You stay?” Me: “6th and U ?” Girl : “2nd. So how many rounds do You run / walk on an avg?” Me: “ 8-9. If I feel like I do more than 10.” She smiled appreciatively and I felt proud by the genuine glow in her eyes. I asked, “ Which class are you in? Are you coming back from tuition? ” She r...