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Fighting in front of kids- Does not have to be a bad thing!
Have you ever had an argument with your partner and regretted it later not only because you fought but also because you were fighting in front of kids? Of course, you have! I have been there too. It is not uncommon for even the most loving couples to argue and at times, in the heat of the moment, we fail to realise that our child has grown up and is at an impressionable age. If it were a utopian world, we would never argue in front of the kids. Since it is not, it is important to know how to ensure that it doesn’t hurt the children and actually becomes…
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London-It stole my heart!
Travel changes you…not only because of the memories and experiences you gain but also because of the little part of you that gets left behind. The tiny void that gets created nudges you from time to time to return and you try to pacify it by looking at the pictures, reminiscing on the time spent, wondering why you miss a particular place more than the rest. That is what London did to me! It stole my heart! I cannot pinpoint as there are so many reasons that it did but here are the (most probably) main ones: The British etiquette With no offence to my motherland at all, three decades…
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London- 10 places you must MUST see!
If you are regular followerof my blog (which I really hope you are!), you must have read my post-‘Stamp on my passport’. Well, the jinx finally broke and I travelled to London a month back..for three long weeks. Incredible, right? I know, even I could not believe it until I exited the Heathrow airport, looked around and said, ‘Wow!’ London is an extraordinary city, let me begin by saying this..and you must visit London whenever you get a chance. It is not just about the magnificent architecture or the breathtaking sights or even the fun filled tourist attractions, there is an aura about the place, a certain warmth despite the…
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From sweet 16 to spectacular 17- Hailing in the new year!
I might be a little late but cannot let go of the customary welcome to the new year and the usual goodbye as I look over my shoulder at the year gone by and reflect on how it was. It is a habit that refuses to let go and I am somewhat glad that it doesn’t. It is enlightening to look back at the past and realise that what seems disastrous was actually not that awful and the ecstasy over certain things was shortlived as well. It changes perspective regarding many things. 2016 started on a very perplexed note. Professionally and personally, choices were difficult. Many hard decisions were taken…
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Israel- The next big thing for the Indian tourist!
An Indian traveller (even myself) wants more out of everything and does not want to settle for less! When this traveller comes to know of a destination that abounds in spirituality, a rich culture, an incredible contrast of a desert spread wide and green lush forests, mountains, vintage wines and lip-smacking gastronomic delights…what can he do if not put it on the top of his bucket list and then strive to tick it off as soon as possible? Nodding your head in agreement? Yes, that is exactly why Israel is the next big thing for the Indian traveller and more and more Indians want to visit Israel. The country’s uniqueness…
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Why I recently bought a health drink for my child
Why I Decided to Try a Health Supplement for My Child Parents of picky eaters will understand how physically and mentally draining meal times can be! Meal times turn into a battle zone in my house when my 7-year old turns up her defences and simply refuses to relent. Getting her to finish her food is a personal triumph, an occasion when we all rejoice. Despite the fact that we joke about it, it leaves me worried at the end of the day. Incomplete nutrition in their growing years can hamper growth and impair a child’s immunity. It is ideal to feed children fresh fruits, vegetables, milk and the child…
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A magical way to ensure healthy hands in school children
I still remember the road slowly metamorphose from concrete to mud, the dust my car disturbed from the ground into the air, the little children running barefoot after my car and inquisitive glances that greeted me as I pulled up in front of the village school. It was some years ago but the memory is etched in my mind as if it were just yesterday that I was in rural service and went to visit village schools for camps and awareness talks. It was an overwhelming experience every time I visited a village school. Childhood had a different face there. The innocence, the smiles were the same but the twinkle…
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Hit back the bully- Did I give my daughter the right advice?
My seven year old is a very sensitive and innocent child who never picks on or hits other children. As a mother, I was proud of this fact…till it did not feel good anymore. My daughter returned from school each day with the eraser and a couple of pencils missing from her pencil box. I lamented her for her carelessness but when it happened without fail for a week, I confronted her. At first, she said she just lost them but when I prodded further, she told me that the child she was sitting with in class, snatched them from her. I asked her why she did not tell the…
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Everest base camp trek- 6 things you must know
Those who love trekking want to trek to Everest base camp at least once and why not? It is one of the ten best treks in the world! Mount Everest is synonymous with the ultimate test of grit, determination and the resilience of human mind and spirit. Though scaling the mountain is not everyone’s cup of tea, trekking to the base camp nowadays has become quite doable for many people and gives a sense of immense accomplishment. The difficulty level of this trek is high but if you are fit and a regular trekker, you can accomplish the trek. Here are the 10 things you must know before you plan…
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Dear Zindagi-A letter to life!
#Dear Zindagi, I know you must be thinking, ”Not again!” But fear not! Today, I do not address you to lament or blame you for my own mistakes and misadventures, I write to you today to let you know what I seldom say to you- ”Thank you!” Yes, you heard it right! I want to thank you…not only for the blessings that you brought along my way but also for the tears that taught me valuable lessons. As I look back at the time gone by, I realise that a lot of years have passed and what I am today is nothing but a culmination of the moments and experiences…
