YJA 2006

REMIX!!

I have to say that was definitely the remix of YJA. My first time on the committee and it was such an awesome experience. I got to work with some wonderful people and made some life-long friendships. I got the opportunity to network for future endeavors and I also felt part of something unique in this world. I always worry about the future of our Jain community but I know now that our cup is overflowing with talent in all aspects. I think the moral fiber that bonds us will be strong atleast through the next couple generations as we get older and we take over the roles as leaders in the communities that our moms and dads have. I can see it already. In fact, there is a strong possibility that this might not be my last convention… I had such a rewarding experience I feel like I want to bring YJA to PHX and represent my Jain community.

Its always tough to leave when your having such a good time and you know that people you met you might not get the chance to see them again soon, if not ever again. I feel like I’ve built a place in this community now as a leader and people younger and older will look to me continue to make an impact. I love it, considering I always felt like an outsider. And this trip has been great. I actually did a free fall ride at MGM in Orlando (my fear of heights has not allowed me to partake in such rides/activities). Hanging out with Arvind in NY was tight as well. NY isn’t as intimidating as I remembered it to be but I was younger all the other times I went. It was nice to see friends and catch up and spend some quality time with my family.

If you ever go to DisneyWorld make sure you go on the Rock and Roller coaster ride at MGM studios. Zero to 60MPH to in 2.2 seconds, faster than any production automobile. And the spaceship Mars thing was sick at Epcot. I almost threw up from the g-forces, you actually feel like you’re in in a ship headed to space. My parents are both crazy, my brother will never accept losing to me at anything and I love the West Coast. WESTSIDERRRRRRR RIDERRRRRRRRRRRSSSSSS!!!!