The aroma of the freshly bought book swept over me. As I sifted through the crisp pages with my fingers, the bright pictures in it seemed to call out to me. It wasn’t an alien language but seemed overwhelming nevertheless. Pity though, to feel so for everyone’s childhood favourite Chandamama! Having studied in a convent… Read More My Reasons for Reading #BlogchatterBlogHop
People differ in views about making your hobby your profession. On one hand, it means that you enjoy going to work every single day and feel self-motivated to perform. On the other hand, though, it may entail compromising your vision for monetary gains. Also, the joy of indulging in a hobby is different altogether. I’ve… Read More The Chef #BlogchatterHalfMarathon
Do you remember your first flight experience? I’m sure you do. Whilst air travel has become a reasonable, preferred option now, earlier it was considered an unnecessary, expensive luxury. Our parents’ generation would rather enjoy an eventful, fun train journey where one can move freely, over cramped, restricted seats in a flight, won’t they? There… Read More The Flight #BlogchatterHalfMarathon
Ancient architecture is one of the most fascinating things in the world. The Great Pyramids of Giza, the advanced Harappa and Mohenjo Daro cities in India, the huge Colosseum in Rome, or the grand churches of Europe; all of them are a living tribute to the knowledge, vision, and dedication of their time. Sadly, thousands… Read More The View #BlogchatterHalfMarathon
From hand-painted ones to digitally printed and now almost extinct, movie posters have come a long way. I remember being awed by how inviting they looked and felt driven to the theatre for a show. That was the time when movie-watching was a family affair and boy, did we love it! Movies have a way… Read More The Poster #BlogchatterHalfMarathon
How often have we looked at someone’s life and wished we had it too? Better homes, careers, or relationships, the grass is always greener on the other side. Would we truly love that life if we ever had a chance at it though? What one craves sometimes becomes a liability for another. This picture of a… Read More The Lane #BlogchatterHalfMarathon
Childhood memories are the best, aren’t they? There’s fun in remembering the little things that made us happy; paper boats, a Melody chocolate, summer vacations, or the swing in the park. As we grow up these moments often bring a smile to our faces. Every child’s childhood isn’t as happy or blessed though, especially if… Read More The Swing #BlogchatterHalfMarathon