Aamir Khan once said he advises every youngster in the country to take a year off and travel from Kanyakumari to Kashmir. That’s the best way to learn. While this was not an option for me, when I decided to move back from California to India, little did I know there was a very cool […]
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Fasting for a Husband You Haven’t Met Yet No, this isn’t clickbait. Today, thousands of women and girls across India are fasting for the long lives of their (future) husbands for Teejri. Teej or Teejri (Sindhi) is celebrated on the third day after a full moon, on this day we celebrate the love of Goddess Parvati for Lord Shiva.
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I moved out of home and in almost one year I actually never lived alone. It was a fear I always managed to avoid. I comforted myself saying, “I will never have to live alone, so why should I get used to it?” I even had conversations with my friends who enjoyed alone time by
I faced my worst fear, and I liked it! Read More »
was a single child for the first eight years of my life. They were the best eight years ever. I had everyone’s attention – my parents, my grandparents, and all my uncles and aunts. And then, my sister, Tamana, was born. It didn’t dawn on me that the attention I got would get divided –
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My parents are very religious. When I was in school, my friends would discuss where their parents took them over the weekend every Monday morning. Sunday evening movies, new restaurants, a hill station stop, and more. It felt a little weird for me to chip in on the conversation because my mom had an unsaid
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Who Am I?How do people see me?How do I see myself?What is my personality? My mind was filled with these questions. Don’t worry, I was not in the middle of an identity crisis, I assure you. I was working on my childhood dream to have a website. I wanted it to be a reflection of
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I think the most beautiful creature on Earth is a butterfly. When we see them, it instantly fills us up with happiness and hope. You cannot be sad around a butterfly. If you have ever seen the entire cocoon process, you will know how much pain and discomfort comes The beauty of the butterfly comes
My Defining Moments – A Graduate’s Ode to College Read More »
When I was a child, our lives revolved around board games, books, encyclopedias, and general knowledge quizzes. There was this series of coloring books that told you about the different kinds of birds, animals, continents, and even about India. There was a write-up on Diwali, Eid, Christmas, Holi, Baisakhi, and lots of other harvest festivals.
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It was time. I could feel the anxious and excited butterflies in my stomach, not sure of what to expect when the curtains opened up. I was on stage with our Chief Guest, Guest of Honors, College Dignitaries, and Faculty Advisors. The efforts, dedication, and commitment of my entire team over the last 6 months
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I had decided on my outfit days in advance for my first day at college. I was finally going to live the “college life” and make memories I wouldn’t forget for years. My heart was filled with excitement for the beginning of a new chapter in life as well as fear and anxiety because this
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I can’t call myself a foodie but I enjoy eating good food. I am a big fan of the appetizers irrespective of their cuisine. A problem we faced in the lockdown while ordering food from outside was to place the order of appetizers and the main course together but while eating, I had to decide
While growing up, my parents strongly believed in making me earn the luxuries they could provide. One of the earliest memories I have is them trying hard to get me into school. I remember it all depended on my interview, and before I went in, they showered me with love and told me that I
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Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens Brown paper packages tied up with strings These are a few of my favorite things I loved singing this song in middle school. Our teacher, Mrs. D’Souza had created a magical world for us in her singing period. Now that I
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While growing up, my parents emphasized having a neat, tidy, and organized lifestyle. They lived this life around my sister and me hoping, we would see and learn. If my mother wants me to do something, she points out repeatedly until my brain gets tired and finally gives in. There is something about my generation,
Perfectly Unorganised Read More »
Right from when I was a child, Mumma took photos of everything! When I was born, when I walked, my first fancy dress or my first dance performance. It seems this was a trend in the early 2000s. There is a beautiful pink baby book with my name on it. But with this, Mumma also
My Relationship with Consistency Read More »
Wake up – Call – Sign – Sleep – Repeat! Imagine living this routine every day for 3 months! Checking your phone as soon as you wake up to ensure you haven’t missed any important emails. Having an elaborate to-do list that just keeps increasing as the day goes by… Well, this was me for
Integration – Math Concept or a Working Style? Read More »
Where are you going? Actually, I am going to Cairo which is in Egypt. What is the purpose of your travel? Ummm, I am going for an internship. Is anyone traveling with you? I usually don’t travel solo, but today I am going alone. But beta, if you can get an internship in India, why
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