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Devinder Maan

The Ordinary Extraordinary

Time to soak it all in…

Beautiful rising sun

When I first started this blog, I could have never imagined the amount of love, connectivity, friendship, and opportunity this platform would bring my way. I want to take this moment to thank each and every one of you for not only taking the time to read but also for reaching out and connecting with me warmly and wholeheartedly. Together we can make this world a better place, together we…

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Beyond Four Walls

our 7 day Bhutan itinerary with photos

The intriguing and mystical land of Bhutan had been on our bucket list for a while. This past spring we decided to take the plunge and make it happen. Planning and taking a trip to foreign lands can be a daunting and overwhelming undertaking. In my opinion, having a clear intent and conscious planning with through research and “go with the flow” attitude is the key to making any trip…

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Thoughtful Thursday

Let us be the change..

Every single day as we go through life, we all face negative situations. When we have poor reactions to these situations we let a lot of negative emotions into our mind, body, and soul. Over time, these accumulated negative emotions begin to show up as disease (meaning dis-ease) in our bodies. We begin our rounds to the doctor’s office and expect modern medicine to do miracles for us. We stand…

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Beyond Four Walls

Bhutan- travelling the land of happiness

Lady standing at Buddha Dordenma in Bhutan

Nested amidst the Himalayan range, this tiny little country of Bhutan is the first to measure its Gross Domestic Product in happiness. Yes, that is right. It is known as the land of happiness. The fact that it is sandwiched by two giants, India and China on either side, and is still able to maintain such a distinct culture and identity is proof enough that we needed to visit it.…

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The Ordinary Extraordinary

So you are Canadian, eh?

So you are Canadian Eh?

As I strive to make gratitude a way of life, one of the permanent features on my list is the beautiful synchronicities that came together to transport an 10 year old me across the oceans to this glorious country. Every day I am in awe of the place I get to call home. Is it the vastness, abundance, and natural beauty bestowed upon this land or the mosaic of cultures,…

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Guests In My Kitchen

Quick, Nutritious & complete Basmati rice meal with Jim Kwik

Plate of delicious basmati rice

The gorgeous sun, gently shining upon my face, reminded me we have officially stepped into summer. How exciting!! Our summers here in Vancouver are absolutely beautiful and my favourite. The days are long, the sun is bright, birds are chirping, trees are joyful, flowers are colourful and the soft breeze adds the perfect touch. My heart fills with excitement and joy for all the summer activities. How I would love…

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The Ordinary Extraordinary

The Sunshine Blogger Award: I am honoured and grateful!

I am so excited and humbled to be nominated for the Sunshine Blogger Award by a fellow blogger Charlie Dee at Life with Charlie. Thank you so much Charlie!! When I first learnt about The Sunshine Blogger Award, a while back, I thought to myself one day I would love to see this honour on my blog. And here it is today. Thank you again Charlie!!! Charlie’s blog, Life with…

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Beyond Four Walls The Ordinary Extraordinary

Hiking The Tiger’s Nest, Bhutan -Conquering the Biggest Physical Challenge of My Life

Feeling accomplished at the Tiger's Nest, Bhutan

As I stood at an elevation of 7,000 feet and looked up at the The Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang) so beautifully perched on a Himalayan mountain another 3,000 feet high, I had such mixed emotions about hiking. Our trip to Bhutan, with both our younger kids (now young adults) will always be one of the most magnificent trips we have ever taken. It would not be complete without hiking and…

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