What makes you nervous? “Anxiety is something that is a part of me, but it’s not who I am”Emma Stone I like to plan and organize. I have lists and checklists to ensure that I am prepared. While I like surprises, I’m not a big fan of improv. Possibly because I’ve never had the chance…… Continue reading The A List-er!
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Third time’s the charm!
How do you unwind after a demanding day? 17000 steps. That’s a demanding day for me. The day I did Ferrari World for the third time. The first two times, we took the combined park tickets. But the third time around, we were clear that we only wanted to do the rides at Ferrari World…… Continue reading Third time’s the charm!
Pay it forward.
Describe a random encounter with a stranger that stuck out positively to you. Amma lived by herself in her first-floor apartment and spent most of her time following the news on Door Darshan. She preferred the regular Door Darshan because the remote was easier to operate. She would step out to go and pick up…… Continue reading Pay it forward.
The adorable buffoon.
Describe a decision you made in the past that helped you learn or grow. Tara jumped into our lives when I was at the peak of my teenage rebellion years. I chose to bring her home and because of that, I could not walk out on her. Every time I used to get angry, I…… Continue reading The adorable buffoon.
பொறுமை Porumei
Describe a positive thing a family member has done for you. Many years ago, when we first relocated to Mumbai, I jumped at the idea and the opportunity. It took me a while to get used to the matter-of-fact attitude there. I had ‘set-up’ the school bus in the hometown, the driver would let me…… Continue reading பொறுமை Porumei
Deliciously decadent
What is your favorite restaurant? “ A good restaurant just makes me giddy. I can go all day with anticipation just knowing where I’m going to eat. Sometimes, it’s well planned, sometimes it’s spontaneous. Either way works.”Gayle King Two decades ago, I learned to drive in a Maruti 800. It was an old model, that…… Continue reading Deliciously decadent
To new beginnings.
Describe one positive change you have made in your life. “Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.” John C Maxwell Change- the first time I consciously thought about this was when the kids were a couple of years old. We were settled in our hometown and had secured admissions in one of the most happening schools…… Continue reading To new beginnings.
Pet. Peeves.
What animals make the best/worst pets? I’ve already addressed this prompt on my website and here is the link. Yes! I am a dog person, I cannot see beyond them and when I do decide to get myself a pet, it will be a dog. I don’t know if I would consider buying a pet,…… Continue reading Pet. Peeves.
Freebie Alert!
What job would you do for free? Don’t waste your time on people who don’t appreciate you.Author Unknown That said, if I had to do a job for free, it would involve children, dogs, or both. So, the ideal professional titles would include a version of Kindergarten Teacher and/or a dog sitter (dog walker). If…… Continue reading Freebie Alert!
The prophecy
How have you adapted to the changes brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic? A couple of decades ago, almost two years after putting the curtains up, we stripped them down, only to realize they were super dirty and required to be washed. We washed them and when they were dry, hung up the fresh curtains.…… Continue reading The prophecy
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