Notes from an almost-empty-nester
The thing with plot twists in real life is that they rarely come in as dramatically as the ones in books and films. They often come as a series of eye-openers, in quiet, unexpected moments. No soundtrack, no drama.
Continue reading “The plot twist that crept up silently”
After years of trying to be Everything, Everywhere, All At Once, I had hoped this would My Year of Rest and Relaxation. With H away at college and N shifting to a local PG to be near hers, I had thought I’d simply Eat, Pray, Love (and read and write) and lead a quiet life. I imagined my days would follow the gentle routine of A Convenience Store Woman.
Continue reading “Chaos, Calm and Everything in Between”
It’s that time of the year – Diwali – the time my conscience stands glaring at me, tapping its feet impatiently. ‘Get going,’ it says, ‘dust, clean, polish, organise.’
Continue reading “Of earthen diyas and Chinese lights”
This is a gratitude post for coffee — yes the beverage. Hot or cold, with milk or without, with cream or chocolate or caramel or nuts, or even with a splash of whiskey or rum — whichever way you like it.
This one’s for the brew.
Continue reading “Thank You, Dear Coffee: From a Loyal Tea Drinker”
Hello hello dear friend, it’s been a while since we caught up … and somehow that’s exactly how I start most of my coffee dates. Clearly, I need to have more coffee dates or a new opening line — for now, let’s consider it my signature move.
Continue reading “If we were having coffee together – 14”