Diwali, a festival of light, has always been one of my favourite holidays. I have such fond childhood memories of homes being lit with diyas (lamps), the fire crackers, sparklers, and of course scrumptious sweets and food. It is a day we all come together to celebrate victory of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. We have continued this tradition with our families and children here…
Creating Your Most Epic Bucket List
Hello friends, It’s not my usual posting day but I had to post this follow up to last Thursday’s post. I hope you had a chance to read “10 Reasons We Must All Create a Bucket List”. (Go ahead do give it a read first.) Ok, good! Now that you are all inspired and ready let us move forward to creating our epic bucket list. What to include in the…
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10 Reasons Why We All Need To Make A Bucket List
What is a Bucket List? A “Bucket List” according to Oxford Dictionary is “a number of experiences or achievements that a person hopes to have or accomplish during their lifetime”. When I was younger I never quite liked the term Bucket List. I much preferred to call it a wish list or goal list. Over the years, however, I have learnt to accept and be comfortable with human mortality. It…
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You are the author of your story
We all know, that we have no control over what life brings our way. But we all certainly can control how we respond to it. How we respond is what creates our life. The choice and decision is ours. So friends, lets make a pledge today to respond like a true hero not a victim. How exactly do we do that? Lets… Live from a place of gratitude. Learn to…
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Going wild with animal prints
Ten years ago, I would not have touched an animal print with a ten foot pole. Why? Well, I thought they were too loud, bold, unnecessary and just not for me. Looking back I think there was nothing wrong with the prints, the problem was with me. I was not bold, confident, and sure enough of myself. My soft, safe, and sort of blend with the crowd style was my…
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What our beautiful puppies have taught me…
Hello my lovelies, I know I promised to share my favourite quotes under this category but I just had to make an exception today. I am sure seeing the pictures you would understand why. We adopted these two absolutely beautiful German Shepard puppies back in May and they are now 7 months old. The amount of love and joy they have bought into our lives is incredible. Being empty nesters,…
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Thanksgiving- a real family affair
As our perfect summer days turn into crisp autumn season, the beautiful flowers give away their magnificent colours to the flamboyant foliage. The old make room for the new and us Canadians shift our attention from the great outdoors to the warm, cosy indoors. Hence begins the planning for our first celebration of the season – Thanksgiving. The Intent: Thanksgiving is all about being grateful and appreciating each other and…
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Guests in my kitchen – Thanksgiving edition.
As September gets ready to roll into October and the leaves start to become a symphony of flamboyant colours my heart is filled with joy. It is just about time for our Canadian Thanksgiving. Its my absolute favourite holiday and celebration. To see the whole nation set aside a weekend to celebrate and appreciate all that is so sublime and beautiful in our lives is magical. If you have been…
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The experiences that shape us
Life may not be perfect but it sure is beautiful. Each of us have unique experiences, challenges and difficulties. It is while going through the most difficult adversities and pain that we discover our greatest strengths and realize our greatest potential. Each of these experiences help us become the person we are. Pain, suffering and challenges therefore are essential to human growth and realization of our full potential. Let…
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Beginners guide to meditation
“One conscious breath in and out is a meditation,”- Eckhart Tolle. My previous posts on gratitude, self-care, and self-realization would not be complete without adding a post on meditation. The practice of meditation is one single habit that can help us achieve all of the above and lead happier and more fulfilled lives. Consistently setting aside 20 minutes a day can improve our physical and mental well being and help us make…
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