Happy Holi & Happy Friday folks! This was such a magical, celebratory week; the full moon on 5th, the festival today and women’s day on Sunday. Although I would like to add, as women, we should give ourselves power everyday, but having a day marked does make one feel special! So here is all the fun stuff I read over this week. What have you been reading? Do share in the comments below. And hope the magic continues into your wonderful weekend! I love black forest chocolate cake. It reminds me of my childhood and simpler times. If not this, then some of the…
Hello everyone! Tomorrow, India will be celebrating Holi – the festival of colors and love. Holi is an ancient Hindu festival which marks the arrival of spring, and people celebrate it by playing with water and colors. Holi as a festival has limited religious rituals, with the entire day being reserved for merry-making. People spend the day partying, playing with colors and water, eating, drinking and just having a good time! It is one of my favorite festivals because it is so happy, full of color, positive, celebrates love and life and heralds new beginnings. I am all set to play Holi tomorrow, and since I am busy with preparations (read…
Hello lovely people! Hope your week is coming along well. If not, I have a great tip to perk things up! I suggest you watch an episode from one of my favorite TV series – Gossip Girl. It is fun and scandalous, and a perfect way to take your mind off work and other stresses. The show documents the lives of a group of young adults born and brought up in the privileged Upper East Side neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Needless to say, each episode features strong characters, beautiful people, dramatic moments, luxurious fashion and scandals that will keep you thinking all…
Hello everyone! Did you know that March 5 is when we will spot the first full moon of the Lunar New Year? It is associated with wishes for a bountiful year and the promise of warding off all misfortunes. It is also a good time to give strength to your intentions, and start thinking deeply about what you want to manifest through the year. The night sky seems magical already, and I cannot wait for the full moon sighting in another 2 days. I have always loved the moon, and spent many a night looking at it with fascination, wondering what it would be like to…
Hello folks, March is here! And with March comes spring, bringing with it freshness, color, hope, change and the promise of a new tomorrow! Spring and fall are my favorite seasons, both are so mellow compared to the harshness of summer or winter. The beginning of March is also a reminder for me to get back on track on activities which end up taking a backseat during the winter months. I need to start my morning walk, and also start monitoring my diet so I can fit into my summer wardrobe! I have never had perfect skin or hair, so I keep trying new routines, diets…
