The year 2020 is no wonder out of a Science Fiction. I agree that this year was written by Stephen King. The year so far seems eerie and sinister and I would happily jump on a time machine to go back to 2019, where I made such lovely memories. I was deliberating on a theme … Continue reading Theme Reveal for A-Z Challenge 2020
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Nurturing the Hobbies of Kids during #lockdown
Most parents are so busy with the studies, curriculum, and activities of kids that they forget to nurture what the kid really loves. This #lockdown is proving to be a blessing in disguise for many kids as they are getting time to nurture their 'real' hobbies. In many cases, parents decide what hobby the kid … Continue reading Nurturing the Hobbies of Kids during #lockdown
Life in the times of Corona #stayhomestaysafe
There was a time in life where I had run the house without any maid. However, back then I was a newly married girl and a smile was enough to make the husband do the dishes. A small pouty 'please' made the husband mop the floors. Thus, the hardest reality this lockdown brought in front of me is that I have grown old and no amount of smile, grin, pout is enough to make the better half move away from his laptop. Every 'please' falls to deaf ears and rather bounces back with 'cha dao' (give me tea).
Zaanse Schans Windmill Tour
The best way to reach Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam is by taking a bus from Amsterdam Centraal Station. The bus number 391 leaves every 10 minutes and it is the shortest, fastest and cheapest way to reach the famous windmill district of Amsterdam. The return bus ticket is 11 euros and can be bought online, … Continue reading Zaanse Schans Windmill Tour
Branches of Faith #Thursday Tree Love
Kolkata is famous for Kalighat Kali temple, however, my personal favorite is Dakshineswar which is situated in the northern part of the city, on the banks of the Ganges river. Every year. during my annual visits to Kolkata, I visit this temple. I had taken my then fiance now husband to this temple to seek blessings … Continue reading Branches of Faith #Thursday Tree Love
Steps to Forgive Others- #MondayMusings
Forgive others not because they deserve forgiveness but because you deserve peace.---- Buddha When I was younger, I used to get hurt easily. I used to carry that hurt in my heart for the longest time and suffer. I never realized that by not forgetting or forgiving, the only person whom I was punishing was … Continue reading Steps to Forgive Others- #MondayMusings
Gratitude List- October
For any Bengali, anywhere in the world, October is a special month. This is the month when we celebrate our Durga Puja. I am no exception. Apart from Durga Puja we also celebrated Lakshmi puja, Kali Puja, Diwali and Bhai Phonta (Bhai Dooj). This year, thanks to the neighborhood kids, we also celebrated Halloween in … Continue reading Gratitude List- October
Review of “Born a Crime” by Trevor Noah #ReadBravely
I fell in love with Trevor Noah and his sexy dimple almost a year back when I bumped into one of his stand-up comedy shows on YouTube. Ever since there has been no looking back and I have possibly watched all his shows that are available online including the famous Netflix show 'Son of Patricia'. … Continue reading Review of “Born a Crime” by Trevor Noah #ReadBravely
Twenty Years Ago…..#wordsmatter
20 years ago, I was a naive and hyper-sensitive college girl who used to get hurt by simple things. 20 years ago, I believed true love existed. 20 years ago, I was innocent and loyal. 20 years ago, I used to be possessive of my friends. 20 years ago, I believed that friends are forever … Continue reading Twenty Years Ago…..#wordsmatter
