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When Food is your Constant- Matrimonial
Arranged marriages are in full swing in India even today. Once someone hits and surpasses their Quarter Life Crisis, they are obligated to create matrimonial profile for a potential bride/groom, in the best interest of their parents. A typical matrimony profile is mostly about how well you can find someone compatible with your social class,…
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Serene Silence
This magnificent view was at Sylvan Lake during my visit to South Dakota. Like many other places of interest that South Dakota has to offer, Sylvan lake is one of them. This lake is a hidden gem amidst the towering Black Hills. This spectacular lake with a view makes you feel relieved and rejuvenated with…
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Evoked…Again!| Winter Musings
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Big Fat Indian Feast of the Unknown
“Why are you still lounging around like a couch potato?? We are getting late for the wedding. Go, dress up now!”, my mom grumbled, as she put on her bangles. I continued to pretend ignoring her words, while aimlessly browsing through the channels on television. Though my fingers were busy clicking buttons on the remote…
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The fading sentimental fool
Growing up is a complicated process. No, I’m not referring to the biological sense of growing that occurs effortlessly. But about mental and emotional growth. It is definitely complex. When I look back to my old self a decade ago, I can undeniably call myself sentimental. Not that I’m not sentimental anymore! I still am…
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Why suffer from the inevitable?
Pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional – Another famous saying taken for granted! Physical pain can occur to any creature on the planet. But fortunately or unfortunately humans are bestowed with emotions. So, perks of being a human?- Voila! More forms of suffering! Psychological influence plays a key role in any kind of pain.…
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State of Mind: Overlooked Blessings
As I wait for the bus, I stand gazing at those spindly branches. The harsh winters start calming down, inciting hope for Spring. Those leafless branches appear to be longing for some life and color. While I keep staring at the trees lacking adornment, I tend to ignore the beautiful sky in the background. Just…