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Love for writing…
Ikea pencils… Postcards... Stickers and stencils.. Bookmarks Stationery… Anand Prakash goodie box.. Something magical about putting pen to paper and writing out words to a friend/loved one… The earliest memory…
Battle with the body – XVI — Compliments and reactions…
Incident 1 You are waiting for your friends, walking up & down the mall…. They message saying 5mins… And then you see them walking towards you, you proceed to walk…
Never a dull moment around friends..
When a group of friends meet up, there is talk about everything under the sun. Ranging from relationships [whether you are in one, yearning to be in one, or confused…
Learning the ropes of Salesforce..
She was at her desk, had been staring at the system for a few minutes with a blank look on her face. Her colleague stood next to her wondering what…
Where did basic etiquette and courtesies go?
[Image source- http://www.childfun.com/themes/people/manners/] I got off the cab & said “Thank you” to the cabbie before shutting the door…. My friend looks at me in wonder and exclaims- “what was…
Battle with the body – XVI — The Age..
We are all different.. This extends to physical, emotional and mental frameworks! The sooner we accept this the happier we will be.. I get that we are all in some…
Women and Power.. go for it~!
I am constantly fascinated by the things we humans do, more so women. Especially how things have changed over the years. There are days when I sit and talk with…
Of Names, Numbers & Angels …
I have this habit, yes I call it a “habit” cos I do it quite often…. But it is not one of those I want to let go of or…
The joy of writing…
“How wonderful it is to be able to write someone a letter! To feel like conveying your thoughts to a person, to sit at your desk and pick up a…
In your shoes…
[Image: A fridge magnet at a friend’s house] For atleast 20years of my adult life, have had people tell me now and then how I was not in their shoes…
[Inclusive, exclusive…] Living life with a handicap….
Few weeks back I had attended an event that was all about inclusivity ( post-https://aartikrishnakumar.com/2018/09/inclusivity-and-everyday-ability.html).. that event in fact got me thinking- how accessible are most places for people with…
Keeping up with changing times or not …
Yesterday was Deepavali, the festival of lights, the day when people go bonkers over crackers and all that jazz… Yes… Yesterday was Deepavali, and at my maternal grandparents place after…
All about Inclusivity
Curious, I walk into the YMCA Swimming pool area around 7.30am, to see a whole bunch of people huddled in one side of the place.
Battle with the body – XV – Unsolicited advice..
A person I knew from donkey’s years ago _ “Hi, You should wear full sleeves, it will thin you down” A friend’s aunt in the elevator – ” hi beta…
This Monday.. learn to be attached detached…
Battle with the body – XIV – Conditioning of the mind!
Few weeks back, a post by a lady I follow caught my eye and had my attention as well. It is something that I have been talking about on the…
This Monday…. Acceptance
[Image source: http://getzkick.com/how-to-stop-dreaming-of-perfection-and-learn-to-accept-yourself/]
[Share] 17 F*cks you should finally stop giving…
I recently read this book called The Subtle Art of Not giving a F*ck by Mark Manson and it was a brilliant read… It covered various aspects that I have…
Movie goers ..
Do you love movies? Watching them in the cinema hall, on the big screen or would you rather watch it at home on your TV/ laptop [streaming it online] ?
This Monday… persist
Battle with the body – XIII
So, couple of days back while sitting at a coffee shop, I observed two people talking in the table nearby. There was quite a bit of animated head nodding and…
Battle with the body – XII getting published!
If you have been following my posts on “Body Shaming“, you will know that I have grown up facing the wrath of many, smirks of too many to remember and…
This monday, step out of your comfort zone..
This Monday.. Love yourself above all
Battle with the body- XI
So, I was away for a good two weeks enjoying myself.. This was a sort of Birthday gift to myself, I had planned this trip June – July and was…
This Monday.. Keep learning..
This Monday.. Stop caring..
Let the conversation flow…
Sometimes you meet someone, and conversation just flows nonstop, and seamlessly. You are amazed at the end of the meet and smiling away. And then there are some when you…
Battle with the body- X
Right from my childhood days, I have noticed that kids were/are the cruelest. No, I am not saying kids are evil or any such unforgivable thing… Am referring to how…
This monday… Love yourself first…
This Monday… the walls
Saying NO and standing your ground…
The urge to say No is like that itch that won’t go away, we know it exists but we are unable to reach it to scratch it away.
This monday.. stand alone, stand tall..
This Monday… live for yourself…
The high horse
In life we come across people of all kinds, shapes, sizes and personalities. While I couldn’t care about their appearances, it is their personality that leaves an impact.
Growing old and other such fun things
No, this has nothing to do with a big birthday that is coming up few months down the road. It is more about dealing with people and age and other…
This Monday… make a difference…
Battle with the body – IX
1) Few weeks ago, while on Twitter, I stumbled upon an article that led to some snooping around till i finally found the profile connected to it..
This Monday… Be Thankful
This Monday… just remember this…
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 1 picture of yourself
Well, its that time again, the challenge has come to an end and it is time for the last task.. It says share a picture of yourself, well, the poster…
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 2 Songs
I love Music, I need Music all the time, be it when am working, cleaning, reading a book or just about anything. It helps me stay grounded, helps me stay…
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 3 Films
Am a movie buff alright, infant there are quite a few times I go for movies on my own. Dig into a bowl of popcorn and enjoy the flick.
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 4 Books
How true is this quote? I love reading and there are times when you will find me lost in not one but two books at the same time..
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 5 Foods
Am not too fussy when it comes to food, but yes I do have certain things that I prefer over others. 1. If there is one thing that I have…
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 6 places
Ah, how I wish I could take a world map, put a pin across all the countries/places I would love to explore and be done with it.. 😀 1.
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 7 wants
[image courtesy: Jakovlev`s Journal] Hmmm.. ummm… errr.. Been staring at this box for about an hour wondering what my 7 wants could be. I don’t really want anything, but then…
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 8 Fears
Am one of those who knows she has certain fears, but tries to overcome them, or convert them into strengths.. Here are mine… 8 Fears 1.
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge : 9 Loves
9 Loves Onward we go… the 2nd day is dedicated to sharing 9 Loves… Love is probably one word that is over used, under appreciated and well, it also at…
10 Day ‘You’ Challenge: 10 Secrets
This was a Challenge I spotted on Mayuri’s blog and thought it looked interesting.. The first one is 10 Secrets.. Arghhh, why does it have to be so tough.
This Monday.. love yourself first
[image source: Power of Positivity]
Living next to schools
[Image courtesy: Google] For as long as I can remember, we have always lived closed to a school, either across the road from one or right next door to one.
Battle with the body – VIII
Sorry, it has been a while since I wrote the next post in this series… Just been busy with life- aka no internet or mobile connectivity..
This Monday.. take charge
Time and Friendships..
Time changes a lot of things, it changes how we look, how we think and even how we process information. Heck, it changes what we want/desire as well.
Battle with the body – VII
So am on a holiday in a different city now. A city that has a reputation of being ultra cool and the place to be in if you wanna have…
Battle with the body – VI
Imagine the worst thing you have gone through in life and then in the same breathe read this… A girl [of about 16 yrs of age] is walking on the…
Dear Diary… mind wanders
Hey There, Yes, I do agree.. Am sorry for abandoning you for so long. But well, in my defence I was busy living it up.
This Monday.. Jump into the deep end
In touch..
I grew up in Madurai and Tirunelveli before landing in Chennai, so my growing years were quite different.. heck, we dint have a phone at home till I was in…
No means No.. always!
Well, for those who have seen the movie Pink, you will identify the title of the post and the image above.. as for others, am glad you haven seen the…
This Monday.. Focus
The drama around emergency contraception….
About a fortnight ago, a friend [someone I have met a couple of times] messaged me in the morning asking if I could get a “morning after” pill.
Battle with the body – V
Everyday is a new day, and every new day brings with it few interesting experiences… Right? Well, what can I say.. This post is gonna be a bit of a…
Battle with the body – IV
From the minute you wake up in the morning till you call it a night, there are people telling you what to do, what to eat, what to wear, what…
Battle with the body – III
Well, I have received quite a few emails on this topic. Quite surprised, but am glad I have been able to give them all a platform to share on.
This Monday.. have some ME Time..
Battle with the body – II
It has been a few days since I started this series on Body Shaming, and I got an email last evening from a person[What a surprise, I dint think anyone…
Battle with the body – I
Scene 1 A little girl is tugging at her mom’s saree and points to a GIRL afar. The mother also looks, they share a chuckle, nudge the others in their…
This Monday.. Live for yourself..
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The Starbucks Test and Home..
So, yesterday while I was browsing the net looking for some fun videos I came upon this one featuring Sq feet Subbu. Yes, right! The name had me pausing and…
Art of Fitting in..
“Why are you trying so hard to fit in when you were born to stand out?” ― Ian Wallace Other person: “Why are you like this, why aren’t you like…
Friendships and expiry dates -1
If someone had told me that friendships came with an expiry date, I would have howled with laughter. Heck, I might have given them a piece of my mind even.
The Spaniard, the promise of love and the scam..
I shut the app and moved on, only to hear a ting within few minutes. I opened Tinder to see a message from the Spaniard.
G for gratification? -Part II
Disclaimer: Reader discretion advised… Few months ago I had done a post on how most people who are online [be it on Social networking sites or on dating apps] were…
Dear Diary, need some ME Time
Dear Diary, Well, if you know me by now you know what is happening in life… I am at that stage I was a few years ago, where all i…
This monday.. take a leap..
I want to take my blog to the next level
I was tagged by Reema (hyperlinked to write this post. For someone who takes life one step at a time, am now hop skip jumping down them steps two at…
This monday.. Live your life your way!
LED light Puzzle…
A friend who had recently gone on a holiday to Hong Kong got back and asked if we could catch up & that he had something for me..
The Tall and Short of it..
“Woah, so how tall are you?” is a question am quite used to these days.. Earlier it used to have me stumped, but now I just reply “5ft 10”..
This Monday.. Be you
[Image source: The Idealist on Facebook]
[Share] Live it up.. advice from an 80yr old man…
East Africa DestinationLike Page October 24, 2015 · #LifeLessons Advice from an 80 year old man. 1. Have a firm handshake. 2. Look people in the eye. 3.
Dear Diary, memories linger
Dear Diary I know, I know, this year too is drawing to an end and today is the last day… Gosh, where did the time go?
This Monday.. stay positive!!
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going…Chennai floods -III
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going…Chennai floods -I When the going gets tough, the tough gets going…Chennai floods -II As mentioned in both these posts, I relied…
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going…Chennai floods -II
I did what I knew best.. took to the online world, which is where I got all information from and where requests/updated flowed faster than the #Chennairains..
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going…Chennai floods -I
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going… Well this is a song I love and true to the lyrics, I saw the city of Chennai come together during…
10 Things You Should Know About Dating The Woman Who’s ‘Forever Alone’ [http://elitedaily.com]
I came upon this article on http://elitedaily.com and found it to be bang on.. Sharing it here- Certain women always have people by their sides, whether they’re boyfriends, friends with…
Dear Diary, we move on, right?
Dear Diary Am back… I know its been a while, just that I have been busy.. With what, you ask? Well, life ofcourse!! It is November already and am once…
This Monday.. remember to live life fully
This monday… persist!!
G for gratification? -Part I
There are moments in life that leave you stumped- it could be good /bad/ ugly or just weird things… Off late I have been coming across people who seem to…
Another Birthday went by…
The minute the new year is born, the first thing I look in the Calendar is “What day is my Birthday”.. Little pleasures of life, right?
This Monday- get over the challenges
This Monday… Be nice!
Aham Bhumika – Making a difference..
About two months ago, I came upon this post on Aham Bhumika’s Facebook page, where they were looking for someone to contribute about Rs3500 to buy shoes for about 30…
This monday… new paths ahead…
Dear Diary, mind in a puddle
So, lots of things have happened since the time I spoke to you… I can sense a change in me, as a person, as an individual..
Turmeric Blooms at Home
Few weeks ago one evening when I wandered towards the backyard, I noticed pretty flower in the Tulasi pot.. Called gramma who clarified that it was Turmeric flower… Am hoping…
This Monday… Forge ahead
Dear Diary, I miss Me
Dear Diary, It has been 4 months since I moved back to my grandparents place.. It has been 4 months since grandpa passed away It has been 4 long months…
This Monday… Start somewhere
Dear Diary.. time does fly by
Dear Diary, Am back.. It has been awhile but feels like I was writing in you only yesterday. Two whole months have gone by and we have survived the days…
This monday… stay confident..
This monday… keep trying!
This Monday.. take care of yourself
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Dear Diary – Making the move
Dear Diary, Am back.. And this time I just want to talk about this decision I have taken. You know how there are some decisions that come easy and then…
Death and moving on
Dear Diary Everytime I open a new page, my mind is in a muddle. I am going through something big, something drastic and it has me thinking..
Adieu to 2014 and Hola to 2015
I love Dec 31st, the New Year’s Eve…..Here are my 8 reasons why [buhahaha why should it always be 5 or 10 or 15…] 1.
This monday…. Speak wisely
Collegedunia.com- pick your college with ease
You are in the 12th standard and there is talk about which college to apply to, where to go, what course to do but you are lost and confused.
Lessons learned from Living alone..
I went from living with my parents, gramma and great grandma to living with my grandparents and now I live on my own.. Alone! Here are a few little lessons…
Dedicated to all the girls out there…
A forward I received, worthy of sharing… 1. Not every girl wants to get married by 23. So before you ASSUME she’s of marriageable age, ask her what her views…
This Monday.. laugh
This Monday.. Be the best
What is the difference..
The mother: This is my oldest daughter.. you must have met my 2nd one Stranger: Yes. So, what does this one do? The mother: She works out of the house.
The Fire
“I smell something weird” I announced. I know it, it smelt like wire burning. The others stared at me like I had lost my mind.
This Monday… Act Now!!
This Monday… be good..
This Monday… choose to be happy!
[sharing] How to Stop Overthinking Everything: 9 Simple Habits
I came across this piece on www.thebuddhistvision.com/how-to-stop-overthinking-everything-9-simple-habits/ and thought it deserved to be shared!! These are very points that I keep telling people around me to help them tide over…
This monday.. face the challenges head on
This Monday.. Take a “time out”
10 day blogging challenge – Day 10
And with today, the tag comes to an end. Cant believe 10 days are over already~! Hmm, the last one is “One confession”. Truth be told, I stared at this…
10 day blogging challenge – Day 9
Wow, what a bounty! They want me to share 2 smileys… Here goes- Am never a whiny cribby person, and no matter what goes on inside, you will always find…
10 day blogging challenge – Day 8
Am sure those who’ve been following my blog and this tag know more about me than they did in all the time I’ve known them.
10 day blogging challenge – Day 7
Love the fact the number of things decrease with each passing day!! I like whoever it is who came up with this tag.. Here is the 7th day’s tag- Four…
10 day blogging challenge – Day 6
Hmmm, there are things that have you thinking little more than usual. This is one such tag, everyday I have had to think think and pen down the post for…
10 day blogging challenge – Day 5
One of my favorite songs from my childhood is the “10 green bottles hanging on the wall, if one green bottle was to accidentally fall, then 9 green bottles hanging…
10 day blogging challenge – Day 4
Phew, time sure flies. Today is the 1st day of the 3rd month of this new year- damn, where did Jan & Feb go? Sigh… Oh right, I am supposed…
10 day blogging challenge – Day 3
Oh this is a simple one, but then do I have eight items/things??? Jeez, that is one too many if you ask me!! Alright, let me give it a shot..
10 day blogging challenge – Day 2
Compared to today’s task yesterday’s was a piece of apple pie.. err, meant to say it was fairly easy!! Ok, let me give it a go and see if I…
10 day blogging challenge – Day 1
I am not a big fan of Tags and have managed to wiggle out of quite a few over the years. Today morning while reading a friend’s blog, I stumbled…
On this Teacher’s Day…
Our teachers taught us the alphabets They taught us rhymes They taught us cursive writing and then stories came alive But they forgot to teach us how to control what…