Tag: environment
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देसी देसी
अपनों के लिए हुए हम परदेसी,दिल तो मगर है देसी देसी ! भारत से निकले हम तो, किस्मत अपनी आजमाने कोपेशा या पढ़ाई, नापे मंज़िल की ऊँचाईछोड़ चले बचपन की गलियाँ, परदेस का आसमान छू लियापैसा कमाना है, घर बनाना है,बचपन का वो सपना सच कर दिखाना है लंडन हो या अमरीका, कड़ी मेहनत, यही […]
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Desi room
When our bid on the house was accepted, we instantly knew that the formal dining room had to go. I had always wanted a room with very Indian look as an ode to my Indian heritage. Complete with the devara (prayer spot), diwan (Indian-style low daybed), and moda (Indian-style low seating). While we were waiting […]
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Swedish living room decor
As a person of Indian origin, living in the Deep South in the U.S. of A, visitors to our house are surprised to see the huge art piece over the mantel with fjords and coniferous trees and horses. That is my cue to narrate my history, about how my first home after marriage was in […]
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Coffee table
A coffee table is the centerpiece of the living room, of every social conversation conducted in the home. It is what gives the home a finished look. I have always had a coffee table, no matter where I live – be it India, Sweden, Japan. In fact, it has always been one of the first […]
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The Inky Path
We all know that Pen is mightier than the sword. However, did you know that, not all pens are equal! The ink pen, a.k.a fountain pen, is undoubtedly, the mightiest! Social media has a funny way of taking you down the memory lane. Just yesterday, in one of the groups I follow, someone posted an image […]
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Blue Thumbs Go Farm to Table!
With 2020 packing most of us in the safety of our homes, I had to do something to keep my spirits up, to stay positive. A quick look in the kitchen revealed a bottle of fenugreek methi seeds. The discovery reminded me of an experiment I’d done as a child. Soak the seeds overnight, when you […]
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The Cave in the Woods
Part 1 A few years ago, Seth, Aria, Devin, and Amir were enjoying a glorious Sunday afternoon in springtime. The corner at the end of the narrow lane that led to their houses was their usual meeting spot. “Let’s explore the woods today!” suggested Devin, who loved the outdoors. “Yes, let’s!” Aria agreed, for she […]
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The Dance Party
Ira loves going to dance-parties and adores her family; not necessarily in that order. Read on to know more about her parties and her family, and know more about Ira’s real life.
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The Warm Yellow Light
Let me begin with my sincere apologies for being away from the blogging scene for so long. I was busy enjoying the books of the local library, and was too lazy to boot up the laptop. But this evening’s experiences and musings compelled me to shake off my laziness and start up the smart-machine and […]