Tell me a little about yourself. Your profile
I am Sipika Narvekar married to an army officer. We are proud parents to our two year old boy Aarav.
I am an alumni of D.P.S Mathura road and have graduated from Delhi University in commerce stream. Currently pursuing B.ed from Jammu University. I am a professional classical dancer, a Phd in Odissi dance. I am a dancer, performer, choreographer and an instructor.
More importantly i am a homemaker and my hobbies include cooking, baking, driving, clicking pictures and getting myself clicked.
· Pls share your achievements with us, eg - Award, Certificate, Experiences where you won an championships, any experience with sports. If you a player. Done any charity etc
I have won many National competition in dance and drama and have participated in numerous cultural festivals and programs all over india. I have also got opportunity to share stage with renowned Gurus of Odissi dance like-Mrs. Geeta Mahalik, Mrs. Ipsita Bahoora, Mrs. Sharon lowen and many more. As a student i was actively involved in all cultural activities and fest. I was dance director in my school and was also awarded excellency award .
· What were the biggest adjustments you had to make regarding your relationship, family and schedule during deployment?
I haven't yet actually stayed away from my husband since our marriage but i do dread the unknown feeling. Though there have been short stints of separation when he is out on exercises. during these phases d adjustment that i end up making is packing up my house when moving to my in-laws/parents place and resetting up d same when moving back..Toughest part is when he is going to board that train and me knowing that we would be meeting only after couple of months.
What is the hardest part about being an army wife
Yet to see one. May be separation
From whom do you get support while he’s gone?
Family and friends
What have you learned about yourself and your relationship throughout the process of deployment? Do you think your relationship became stronger because of it?
Yes definitely we grow closer with every stint of separation and value each other even more. But that doesn't imply that i would want to be separated with him so as to grow closer..i would prefer doing it while staying with him..
What advice would you give other military spouses in your position?
I would just say enjoy every moment and be proud of what you are part of.
Share how can anyone being an army wife lookout for prospering career options, what are the best career options available ?
First of all priorities must be clear. If someone is career oriented and is ready to stay away from their husbands then they have lots of options but if your priority is to stay with your husband and you wanna work then I feel teaching is the best option or they can work in some bank because school and banks are bound to be present every where or if someone is creative so they can start up their own business..Since 3-4 years i have left everything as i was very busy with my baby but looking forward to continue taking dance programs and travel.. Side by side I am planing to take dance classes or work as a teacher..
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Priyanka
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