I first met Ruskin Bond in a Standard 10 English classroom, through a boy, his grandfather, and three cherries. Years later, I understand why that moment stayed. His stories taught me that quiet writing is never small. It notices ordinary people, simple moments, and everyday details until they become unforgettable.
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We placed mothers on pedestals and called it respect, without noticing how quickly admiration turns into expectation. The moment women become symbols of sacrifice and strength, they stop being allowed complexity, mistakes, exhaustion, anger, ambition, or even ordinary humanity.
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You don’t realise it the first time.
The story has already shown you everything.
It’s only when you return that the threads begin to pull, and the world reveals how carefully it was built.
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Healthy living often looks effortless on television and social media. In real life, it has to fit around work schedules, family needs and ordinary routines. A reflection on diets, fitness enthusiasm and what healthy living actually looks like in everyday life.
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Women’s Day often celebrates a polished version of womanhood. This post looks at the everyday reality behind it, the invisible work, mental load, and quiet negotiations that shape what it means to be a woman today.
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We approached a baby name like a boardroom decision. The unlikely seriousness of naming a child, and the strangely human logic behind it.
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A funny, honest look at chin hair after 40.
Why it happens, and how it feels when you’ve lived it.
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Have you ever picked up a book expecting a light-hearted rom-com, only to find yourself pleasantly surprised by the depth it holds? That was my experience with GoaGram by Bina Nayak. Initially, I thought I’d give this to my 13-year-old to read, but quickly changed my mind. The book delves into some real-life issues and
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Tales of Fosterganj by Ruskin Bond My rating: 5 of 5 stars Lovely slice of life stories from small town India, a world so far apart from the big cities I grew up in. In this collection of short stories, Ruskin Bond has created characters that stand out. They are unique, and can be found
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Winter in Dubai is a magical time of year and I’ve been lucky enough to experience it first-hand. Parts of the city transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with fake snow, festive lights, Santa’s Grottos, outdoor movies, and all sorts of family-friendly activities. I’m sharing my own experiences and was pleasantly surprised to learn that
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