You’re welcome! — I won’t be surprised if one of your health goals (do you even have them?) is to keep your heart healthy. We keep hearing that a healthy heart is a happy heart. …

Summer Six Word Photo Story Challenge: “Shine!” — Never too old to wear bangles One of the loveliest sights in our local market is that of street vendors selling bangles, among other accessories. Women and girls flock to them, wanting to try on different types — glass, plastic, metal, some embellished with sparkles, and other add-ons like tassels. The best part is the expertise…

A conversation between a ballpoint pen and its mother, a fountain pen. — I am a ballpoint pen. I have an interesting lineage and history and have played significant roles in many lives. Today, I want to share one of my favorite conversations with my Mother, a fountain pen, renowned for her beauty, knowledge, and wisdom. Me: Ma, you are so bright and…

Tuesday Motivation — 11 — When people act shady, allow them. When people betray your trust, allow them. But never, ever sink to their level. Their choices are a direct reflection of who they are, not who you are. No matter how angry, hurt, or disappointed you may be — do not allow them to…

Every life experience makes us stronger, and often, wiser — 1983. My mother, a single parent and a school teacher struggled to make ends meet. She taught at one school from 7 a.m to 1 p.m, then, after a hurried lunch (or a missed lunch most days) traveled to another school to work the afternoon shift until 5 p.m. Then, she…

Also, about coffee beans and some chit chat and my excitement about Project DigiMAG — Coffee. Yes, I am obsessed with it. Some people believe it is the most popular beverage in the world. And I say, why not? Coffee addicts like me cannot even go a day without having their coffee and I love my ancient little brass and steel coffee filters that make…

This week’s featured stories — Hola! Dear Friends! It’s a new month, we’ve officially bid goodbye to half of 2022. In India, tax filing deadlines are drawing near and I, for one, find it super stressful even though I have a chartered accountant to help me. It is time-consuming and somewhat tedious with the lengthy…