Dental hygiene and brushing teeth are a critical part of our health. However, it is interesting to observe the extent of importance we seem to attribute to it across different cultures.
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Family portrait
I got to see my great grandparent’s picture today! Family portraits were a common theme then!
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A common friend introduced me to Mayavaram R. Vinoth , a carnatic musician who plays Mridangam. Was inspired by him and writing this post to request support! During the pandemic, we can support local small businesses, musicians and entrepreneurs in some way we can! Every bit counts!
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It is interesting to observe how different disciplines of medicine follow very different treatment protocols. Sharing some of my observations!
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A common friend introduced me to Arsh, a local entrepreneur who runs the Delhi tiffin business, catering meals for families who need the extra help – either for parties or weekly meals. During the pandemic, we can support local small businesses and entrepreneurs in some way we can! Every bit counts!
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Season to celebrate the harvest and blessings of the past year!
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Some of us love to eat, and there are the others who live to eat 🙂 Sharing some tips about how we approached weight loss as a family!
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In an effort to support local entrepreneurs, started a series two weeks back. Since then have received multiple requests and got to interact with many! Sharing some common tips that I felt makes sense!
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How long has it been since you have had an in-person conversation with a friend? How has your relationship grown over the past few months?
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Every student is different! Sharing a personal experience that made my day and what I learned through the same!
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All of us like to feel included, we need to feel wanted, that feeling comes together in a community when everyone strives to be there for one another! Got to witness it yet again…! Sharing my experience!
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When kids ask questions like these, it becomes an interesting journey to answer them. Answers involve our culture, knowledge, practices, history and processing all threads to come up with a concise answer that captures their attention!
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There are some foods that we tend to feel are perfect for us – soul foods 🙂 Soups are soul food for many!
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This poem “khwaish nahin mujhe”, meaning I do not wish…” is about life and is close to heart!
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Yes.. you read it right! I was surprised to see so many replicas of the Statue of Liberty around the world!
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Deepavali – Festival of lights
Diwali or Deepavali is an array of lights celebrated by lighting lamps of different types across the house. It is always beautiful to see all homes lit outside with oil and wick lamps. Every family has the habit of lighting lamps indoors and outdoors, and there is a competitive atmosphere to see who has lit the best and most innovative lamp designs.
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In the past few years, I started watch Asian soaps and was impressed with certain aspects that are unique to their culture. Sharing my view of the best ones to watch when you are looking for a change in genre!
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I saw the 53-word story contest in October and was impressed by the theme. Is it possible to write a story in 53 words…? Do you want to participate?
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There is a delicate line between bragging and sharing. Some of us are good at it and some of us struggle to differentiate. Sharing some tips from our local community music teacher that impressed me!
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Cold weather and eczema go together for many of us. Simple tips to pre-empt and reduce eczema breakouts, and remedies to cure thereafter!
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Sewing machine used to remind me of my childhood days, and after COVID-19 my memories include the masks made to support the community as well! The technology and innovation around it is impressive – making it easier to scale!
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When I first read Robert Frost’s poem “after apple picking”, I was left with mixed emotions.
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Some songs touch our souls. Last week I got to listen to this song during virtual Navaratri celebrations in my local community, and since then I cannot stop listening to it. It was interesting to see a rangoli pattern that goes with this song!
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Baked crispy tortilla bowl perfect recipe for leftover nights!
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With the cold weather and rainy season setting in, we tend to lose the extra sunshine in our lives. Time to check our Vitamin D levels and supplement..! Do you know the telltale symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency…? Sharing some of them based on my experience…
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This is the time of the year for pumpkin carvings..! This year though we are unable to host a carving party, felt it would be nice to see the nice carvings around and share them!
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To me, mathematics has always been logical and structured way of thinking. One puzzle made me feel there is an ethical angle to it as well 🙂 Sharing it with all of you!
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Victoria falls is said to the largest curtain of falling water in the world, shared between the countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe in Africa. It is 1704 meters (about 1.05 miles) wide, making it the largest waterfall in the world.
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I used to think Egg shell art was painting on eggs during Easter, however was surprised to uncover a world of possibilities 🙂 Sharing a few of the artwork that impressed me..!
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How many of these unique birds and animals can you name? Test your knowledge below!
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Incontinence is one taboo topic that many face across the world, yet do not talk about. The market size has significantly gone up over years – making it a $9B industry at the onset of 2020. A Urology study at Las Vegas university says 1 in 3 women over 45 go through this. Only those who face it feel the pain. Sharing some home remedies to help!
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Rangoli (Kolam) and its importance
Those who grew up in India would know about this art form. Beautiful patterns made on the floor using rice flour. Mesmerizing work – especially during chilly mornings!
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History is made one step at a time, one choice at a time, one day at a time. We can write our own history if we plan for it and act accordingly in our present!
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Recently I got an opportunity to listen to Ramayana and the virtues of Rama. Was amazed by His resourcefulness and what I could emulate from His nature.
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When someone gives us a feedback or comments on our performance, sometimes it hurts! How do we handle feedback in a positive stride?
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For non-vegetarians meat products are filled with iron that helps keep up hemoglobin levels. What can vegetarians eat to reduce the risk of anemia? As a parent, knowing and including these foods in the diet helps reduce many health complications in future.
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For many of us, Fall season holds a special place in our hearts 🙂 From leaves changing color to smell of baked goods, it brings in many memories! Come and share your special memories with us!
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In the process of teaching kids that there will always be ups and downs in life, during one of the low phases, we started maintaining a Happiness Jar. When we took a sneak peek into it today, it made us feel good yet again and filled us with hope & optimism. Try it out sometime!
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Winners do not quit and quitters do not win.. we have grown up hearing that. However, in real life, when we face a choice – what can / should we choose. Sharing from my experience.
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Mommy – what do you have for lunch? Anything special that I like? Typical dilemma faced by any mother who tries her best to balance between healthy meals and trying to accommodate tastes and likes of kids (extends to adults too).
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