Exploring life – inside and outside
We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone. Ronald Regan I was reading a short Zen story. Once, two travelers lost their way in the desert. They were hungry, thirsty, and too tired to walk any further. Eventually, they reached an intimidating wall-like structure, camouflaged among the dunes and difficult to recognize from a... Continue Reading →
When we are confined at home, socializing and meeting friends and acquaintances are remote things, virtual meetings and gatherings are the norms of the day, and it is natural to look for solace from the comfort of home. Apart from my plants, it is books and coffee that keep me engaged in their own ways.... Continue Reading →
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com Over the past year, staying at home felt like a burden for many—missing out on all the fun outside: eating out, shopping, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. There were days I wished to go out and missed those things, just like everyone else. But after a... Continue Reading →
Where flowers bloom, So does Hope Lady Bird Johnson The arrival of spring brings hope. The earth presses the refresh button, shaking off the blues of winter to welcome baby leaves that brighten the trees and buds that paint the world around us. Yes, the year 2021 is moving swiftly—two months have already passed. I... Continue Reading →
Let your joy be in your journey—not in some distant goal. Tim Cook Life often feels like a whirlwind of events beyond our control. Here is a brief poem that reminds us of something simple yet profound: the present moment is ours to cherish, to be thankful for what we have, and count our blessings.... Continue Reading →
One evening in our kitchen, I picked up a spoonful of ghee and ate it slowly, savoring every bit. My daughter noticed and asked why I was eating plain ghee. I told her that whenever I eat ghee sent by my mom, it feels like I’m at her place. She laughed and said, “You always... Continue Reading →
When we have constraints to go out, we could do many things that are pending and we keep postponing as it is not urgent. That's how it happened to my little balcony garden. Though I was watering to keep them alive and appreciate the fruits and flowers, I could not spend more time to make... Continue Reading →
Rain showers my spirit and waters my soul It's raining outside. I love the sound of rain, the smell of rain and the rain itself as it nurtures life on earth. Somehow the rain takes me back to my childhood days. Play in the water, hop on puddles, walk on the mud road, get drenched,... Continue Reading →
- Part of Little things of joy series What do you see in this picture? A bright image with beautiful mandalas overlapping each other? Observe this cheerful picture, try to focus on one mandala. Suddenly other ones start drawing your attention. It could become an overwhelming task to stare at the image for a longer... Continue Reading →
Part of Little things of joy When did you do something new? Any new activity triggers an excitement in us, adds much needed flavor to the daily life. There was a situation recently, where I choose to say Yes for the new experience. As I write in my blogs to explore the new avenues and... Continue Reading →
This journey is yours, enjoy each and every step. Human tendency is to look for more—whatever we have, we want a little more of it. When this thinking applies to material things, it could be considered greed. However, when we seek a little more joy, inner peace, calmness, kindness, generosity, and other qualities that benefit... Continue Reading →
-Little things of joy Many things in life bring us joy—often more than the bigger goals that require long-term effort. These could be hobbies for recreation, fitness activities, self-care routines, catching up with friends, cooking or baking, crafting, sewing, embroidery, spending quality time with family, helping someone, or simply being with yourself. Any creative activity that gives... Continue Reading →
Resonance of Life 