Saba Irfan's Blog, page 26

Story of life by a daughter, a wife, a mother, a woman!

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Life was anonymous when it started! Gifts just poured in, without tags, without attributions. Compliments came naturally, never expected to be returned as a favour. Humbleness existed, selfless love had some place.She  got noticed even though she wasn’t adorned for it. Got those smiles even though She never returned them back. It never caused grimness around. Beautiful memories of then are still available. Deep inside somewhere. Even though no cameras captured them, no recorder caught them live. But they still create a magic around, similar to the one it had before, brings a smile to her  face. Just the thoughts are enough to cherish, so what if that time passed away, memories bear their immortal taste.

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Papas princess, the one whom he was so proud of! Mom never heard harsh against her. Then too, she was easily bid off. But this was beautiful. Life took a new turn. The pages seems glorious, sweet and totally alien. But the feelings were charming, promising they seemed. Until acceptance became unbearable, adjustments became a routine, life turned into a duty and relationships a trade! A smile never saw a return gift now. The compliments turned sour, name tags bigger than the presents and love….. love was there somewhere but no one knew where. Life turned mean. Everything happened for a reason and expected practicality. These memories just passed, like some blank pages in life. She often was reminiscing it, but It felt blank, just like the pages! 

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A small life inside her, the feeling was new but not strange. The pain was real but not hated. The struggle to handle new life now became tough but not ugly. With the small life, the love of life and the family of the loved one, she kept on sailing. She always gifted now, but expected nothing back. A machine saluted her, it seemed she broke its record. Relationship was a daily chore, caring became mandate but with the little life, it all seemed worthy. She knew she has changed, the reason may be because she was a giver now, a life giver! But did that mean she’ll be the only one giving always?

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Turning pages of the album, the one which was created after photos started clicking! The pictures said so much, but she didn’t remember much. May be because the memories in the brain was better clicked than these pictures! The little lives have grown up, budding as teens, roaming around her. She glanced at them and thought, did she pass that stage too? And like always, she remembered nothing! Maybe because in her act of giving she never got the chance to feel, to cherish what she had at that moment. She glanced at the watch, time kept passing, it never stopped neither did she! She walked towards the voice that called for her! Remember the family of the loved one? 

May be today she may get some time to smile and read! The need for comfort was real this time, she glanced up for help. But there was nothing around. As usual she served herself! The book on her lap wasn’t even opened. Alone, tired she closed her eyes to the calmness. May be for sometime she can just relax, slow down, rather than give! The thought made her smile, until someone called her and with half open eyes, she ran, just like usual!

May be that’s a girl, a dutiful daughter, a shield as a sister, a provider as a wife, a selfless lover as a mother and above all a constant giver, as a woman!!

5 places in Mumbai to visit without fail!

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Mumbai, the city that never sleeps! It’s a dream city and the financial capital of India. The one city that have got everything for everyone. Be it a dreamer, an aspirer, a survivor or a traveller, the city never returns anybody empty handed. Complimenting its progressive nature, the city has some beautiful attractions to offer for wanderlusts too. Want to know what are those, read along!

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HAJI ali Dargah

Haji Ali Dargah 

The iconic spot of the city standing amidst heavy flowing river since1431! It’s an enchanting shrine of Hazrat Haji  Ali, a religious head of Muslims. Though, the place has an unavoidable history for the Mohammedarian sector, even tourists and locals of other religions are found praying here. You have to walk the long, narrow path before you enter the grand dargah and later near the mosque and shrine. There is also a way from behind the shrine that connects it directly to the sea. Though Mumbai have faced lots of sea mishaps, tsunami, floods in the past 400 years, but it’s really astonishing how this place seemed to have been untouched and unharmed even though it’s placed in the middle of the river. This is also one of the reasons why people from across the globe are curious to see this astounding attraction.

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Queens necklace 

No, we aren’t here discussing anything about her highness queens necklace literally, it’s actually a tag given to Mumbai’s most favourite spot, Marine drive. The one place that’s visited most often, almost daily by the locals and without fail by the tourists. They just love exploring the city lights from catching a view across the whole circle adorning the great sea Mumbai is surrounded with! That’s why it’s called queens necklace, it adds to the beauty Of  the city by giving everyone a stunning view of the gorgeous city itself! 

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Chowpatty

The city beaches 

We know the fact well that Mumbai is an island. It stands with pride guarded by water on all its sides. This have given rise to some enchanting beaches on the place too. Who doesn’t relate to the world chowpatty when they are at Mumbai! Be it Juhu beach, or Girgaun chowpatty or Aqsa beach or Ghorai beach, they all have something to give to all the beach lovers on this land. If you are a visitor here, you can choose any of the one and take your time enjoying the sun, sand and the sea. But most of the times locals here prefer visiting the beaches during night. Whatever the times, Mumbai beaches are worth paying a visit!

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Bandra bandstand

Bandra bandstand 

Another breathtaking natural destination of the city that’s connected to the city. Even if you aren’t a sea fan and have no interest in watching the waves, the bandstand has got some old remains around its corner which is a great thing to explore if history interests  you. For sea lovers, the noisy sea waves, the huge natural rocks and the captivating sunset scene does the trick!

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Chattrapatri Shivaji terminus

Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus!

Previously known as the Victoria terminus, built during the British rule in India, it’s got itself listed in the heritage sites of the world. It’s a huge expanse of impressive archeology and artistry expanding over a large area at the souther side of the city. It’s an active railroad station which prides in occupying a large number of crowd at the same time in it. On most of the prominent times of the year, the CST is adorned with enchanting lights which really attracts lots of travelers towards it. 

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Gateway of India

Apart from these you mustn’t miss visiting the Gateway of India, priyadarshini park, joggers park, the museum, Taraporewala aquarium, city zoo and more such amazing sites. These all comprise and make together a grand Mumbai, aamchi Mumbai! 

Biotin – Everything you should know about it!

Biotin, also known as a kind of vitamin B complex source is pretty essential for your body. Like any other B sources, it helps to convert your food in to energy in your body. The one thing that’s extremely necessary for a healthy growth and developmental of our body.

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Affects of biotin

You may heard a lot about the term biotin lately! But do you know it’s superb source for glossy growing hair, beautiful radiant skin and shiny well brimmed nails too? Yes, these can be termed as some benefits of biotin while its other benefits are also numerous.

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Non vegetarian sources

Even though we know biotin is so much important, we couldn’t find it enough in our daily meals. Especially if you are a vegetarian. For non- vegetarians, they get a good amount of the source intake through liver and eggs. There’s a huge content of the same in liver and the egg yolk also has it in a large sum. But remember, overcooking of the yolk reduces it’s biotin level to a great extent.

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Vegetarian sources

If you are a pure go green person, that is a pure vegetarian, you can have your source of biotin with vegetables like spinach, cauliflower, sweet potato, mushrooms and almonds. These veggies have a good source of biotin which is best in its form and quantity if eaten raw. Though, cooking them can add the taste factor to the nutrients, but the level of the vitamin compound is decreased in this way.

Satthwa biotin tablets

Satthwa Biotin capsules are one of the most effective ways to increase the biotin level in your body too. These tablets are 100% vegetarian which makes it suitable for almost all to have.(except pregnant and lactating mothers). A regular dose of these tablets as prescribed by your doctors will help you get better, shinier and thick, regrown hair. It also boosts your nail shine and growth along with giving your skin a radiant glow. Thus, the newly launched sathwa biotin capsules helps your food to get transferred in to energy and affecting the right places with the right ingredients.

Apart from this, you should also know that biotin works best if you take it the first thing in the morning. Since it’s water soluble and your body doesn’t store it in the organs, it increases your energy level if taken each morning. While taking it while sleeping can lead to disturbed sleep. Hence, always be wise in your biotin dose and have it when you need it the most!

5 must have accessories on a fun trip!

A fun, adventurous trip can be a memory for a life time! It has everything that you can dream of! Friends, fun, adventure, hanging around, eating and so much more! When the memories associated to this trip are so special, you just can’t let the fun get destroyed because of some minor things missing out!

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A successful fun trip depends on being equipped with all the accurate accessories! A proper list before setting off for the journey helps you remember to take everything needed and pack it well in your bag.

10 important accessories that you shouldn’t forget to pack for your fun trip!

A well equipped travel bag containing all the needful accessories is the biggest companion for any trip. To know what are these, read on!

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Car charger— While you are on your fun trip, you just can’t stay isolated from the world. You have to keep giving people back home updates about your safety and proceedings. Not to forget going live on instagram and sharing your adventure with the world. There are numerous more tasks to be done on a cell phone which eats up the battery really fast. Thus, never ever forget the car chargers even by mistake. You would definitely need them every now and then.

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Bluetooth headphones— A fun trip calls for enjoying your time listening to some catchy tunes. You would love to humm with the beats wearing your Bluetooth headphones. These headphones are directly connected through your mobiles and hence play all that you have stored in your phone playlist even when there’s a weak connection of songs playing on radio stations. While going for a fun trip, never forget to carry these along to have a trip that’s full of catchy tunes because of wearing them.

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Neck pillow — A neck pillow guarantees comfort on long trips. A quick nap on the way in the car reclining on such pillow can be soothing and wonderful. Don’t miss attaching it in your luggage to catch that beauty sleep full of comfort.

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Camera — Imagine exploring some wonderful destinations and not be able to view any of it in future! Thought itself is depressing. A camera helps you get all those memories caught up for futur remembrance. Get all your crazy moments clicked and saved in for later. And of course boasting them is for sure.

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Navigator or GPS Map — A navigator comes acting as a rescuer whenever you’re in the middle of nowhere or couldn’t make out your way. It shows you the direction, the approximate time to reach the destination and even the blockage on the roads or such unusual congestions.

With these five accessories along with you on your adventure trip, you’re sure to have a compete fun package with no complains during this time.

Get ready for IAS exams in the easiest way!

I.A.S, the Indian Administrative Service that’s considered to be one of the most privileged position in the country. The one position that can only be acquired with sheer hard work and lots of efforts. Recently, with the increase in the various sections of education and achieving a prominent position in the government services departments, the competition of securing a great position in it have also increased tremendously.

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It’s therefore, pretty important to make sure your preparations should be updated before appearing for these exams. To make sure, you have opted for the best tutoring for the same, it’s essential to select the best coaching for it too.

Types of IAS coaching available

There are innumerable options in the offline and IAS online coaching like pulse-phase coaching. While offline courses offer some first hand sharing of useful information, the online courses makes way to easy and convenient learnings from your homes.

Benefits of IAS coaching

IAS tutorials may benefit in various ways to students from planning for the academics to getting trained for the exams. It’s extremely important to clear the examinations in the first attempt itself and this requires expert advices and teachings along with great practise in writings too. With the coaching classes in this genre, you get proper guidance as to how to create the magic in your papers and try to reach your top position through this help.

Points to remember when choosing the best coaching

No matter how much impressive a prospectus of any IAS coaching centre may look, it’s really important that you personally take a look at it’s plus points. Make sure you are checking these points before choosing for an IAS coaching in Mumbai or any other city for that matter.

Experience- Experience of any institute adds to the service they provide. The more experience such coaching centres have, the more are the chances of getting better training and knowledge from there. Hence, even if you’re trusting a new institute for coaching, do check if some of the teachers there have ample experience in this course teaching before.
Previous results- previous results of any coaching centre speaks volumes of their work. Most of the time this becomes the deciding factor of choosing any coaching classes I think, and it’s true too. So, better check the past results of the students that have studied here closely before opting for these classes.
Word of mouth- This is one of the most trusted and even risky factor in choosing a coaching class. Sometimes a good word of mouth by a concerned student that’s studied in the coaching can guide you for better. While sometimes, if the person is prejudiced or holds some grudges against the institute for any cause may also lead to misguidance. It’s there advised to believed the word of mouth of experience of a student that thoroughly knows the coaching class well and is ready to help you with their experience there without any negative feelings.
Budget- Budget is mostly the best deciding factor when it comes to opting for any institute. Compare and chose from the coaching centres either offline or online ones and check the list which falls in your budget the best and offers the best coaching for your IAS exams.
Location- Locations are also a prominent factor sometimes when deciding to choose for a coaching class. It’s always seen that students prefer to go to institute that’s the nearest to their places. Always check the best IAS coaching in Delhi if you reside in Delhi. For the ones residing in other cities should check which ones nearby their place so they less time is wasted in commuting too.

Some reasons why online IAS coaching is more preferable than offline ones

Nowadays, students often turn to online courses than offline ones. Similarly, in IAS coaching too, they do tend to go for online ones more often then offline ones. The reasons best discovered are the following:

Coaching can be taken anywhere- online locations doesn’t need any specific place to visit and these courses are mostly time and day flexible too. Hence, the students enjoy the benefit of taking the coaching from anywhere in the world at any time.
No travel included- That’s the biggest pro of online courses and hence benefits the students a lot and gives them ample time preparing for the exams.

So, if this is the time you’re getting ready to appear for your IAS examinations, make sure you’re checking in the above list well for a better guidance and a great future ahead.

Latest Artificial Jewellery Trends

Contemporary artificial jewellery never fails to impress a woman around the globe. This type of jewellery is considered as stylish and adorned by the women from all over the world. This is mainly because they are affordable and you can easily try out the different styles that can make any outfit stand out of the crowd. A fashion accessory always had been an integral part of a woman’s dressing and style. It helps the whole look to get a complete or finishing touch. Artificial jewellery is known as imitation jewellery or fashion jewellery. 

 

In today’s time, many women prefer to go for artificial jewellery rather than in precious ornaments as it fits their budget and is also versatile in terms of designs elements. There are designer earrings, necklaces, head pieces, anklets and many more. The trends keeps on changing every season as you will in this time the designer earrings are in huge demand. It is very important to keep a tab on the new trends or the upcoming trends over the internet or you can reads blogs about jewellery and stuff. 

For instance, if you are wearing a dress then you must pair it with an accessory that goes well with the outfit. There are so many designer earrings and other jewellery items which you can use to make any outfit look good and presentable. 

 

If you want to know more about it then, do scroll down and read more: 

 

1.  Brass Jhumkas:  

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A beautiful pair of festive jhumkas are a must have in your vanity. These designer earrings feature a white stone at the top and are surrounded by a pink enameled circle and tiny pearls. The jhumkas themselves feature a surface of engraved floral designs for a gorgeous finish. These can be team up with any ethnic outfit which has a relevance to these. 

 

2.  Ghungroo Earrings:  

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Ready to shine like a star on an event, turn heads with these designer earrings. Handcrafted in antique silver finish brass, they have been inspired by the designs of artificial jewellery. 

These summers features blue and green enamel work with multiple chains of ghungroo bells for a gorgeous effect. 

 

3.  Ethnic Engraved Necklace:  

This beautiful necklace has been designed to a quintessentially Indian look. It is handcrafted product and made with pure silver. This can be paired up with any Indian outfit and also can be styled with any western outfit which has a deep neck or a off shoulder designs.

5 Best Food places In Mumbai!

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Heya foodies! Let’s get to our favourite topic today, food! The one topic that melts all our hearts in second, the one attraction that’s termed to be the secret but not such a secret to anyone’s heart and also properties…. shhh! Oh well, we all know which pornography is the most trending in today’s world, Ofcourse, it’s food porn! So let’s get acquainted to some special talks about this porn in detail.

Well, as a Mumbaikar and a die heart foodie, I am always on a troll to explore the best food dishes I can get in the city and later on the way in which I can share it with my foodie buddies. So, after an exploration of five plus years, and trying food dishes and cuisines at almost hundreds of restaurants and stalls, I have got it listed as Saba’s favourite food flips below and where can you find them at Mumbai.

Mawa jalebi

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Dessert person are you? Ahh, same pinch! I just can’t leave without desserts and in order to get my favorite jalebi at its best form, I tried varieties of them but not all of them were as impressive as the succulent, rich, yummiest mawa jalebi at JJ, JJ junction at South Mumbai. The rich, soft texture of it, the immense sweetness and the delicious taste is what will keep you licking your finger tips after gobbling it greedily.

Seekh paratha

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That’s a non vegetarians dream come true and a seekh lovers heaven! The soft and spicy seekhs and hot just out from the grill and the huge fried parathas at nawabs seekh paratha from Bandra is what gripped with its rich taste and savoury feeling till date. Already famous for their decades of expertise in seekh making and serving it in traditional way, you just can’t beat these seekhs and parathas in any ways.

Chocolate pani puri

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Pani puri is our typical favourite chat and of course everything associated with it is our hot favourite too! Well, imagine twisting it with chocolate and dipping it in rabdi and devouring it! Yes, that’s what I found and loved at Angrezi dhaba restaurants across Mumbai. The ecstatic taste and this unique twist is heavenly, believe me!

Dosas

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When it comes to South Indian food, it’s my all time favourite and I can travel to south and way back to Mumbai to taste it. So, after trying out special and local dosas for years, I finally found the best one at Gughan supreme South Indian restaurant, Marine drive, Mumbai. The original crispy yet soft and delectable dosas with the perfectly traditional chutneys and sambhars is just relishingly rocking.

Hyderabadi cuisine

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Ohh, I haven’t travelled to Hyderabad yet but have tasted some of their best dishes in Mumbai and the one that truly impressed me was Char Minar at Grand road. That’s the place that brings out the traditional Hyderabadi cuisine to your table presented and prepared so perfectly, you’d love to have them all. From their Pathar chicken, a twisted spicy chicken especially cooked on Pathar, to their biryanies that bring the spicy treat of aromas to you along with an engulfing taste that you could savour for hours and enjoy. And when here, don’t forget to try their exclusive Hyderabadi Haleem that could remind you the taste these locals really are so proud of.

So, for now try and enjoy these delicacies the next time you’re in Mumbai. Trust the advice of a food critic and connoisseur, these are one of their best types available in the city! For the next post, stay tuned for some more relishing explorations…. until then keep enjoying, #BharatKazaika with us!

“#BharatKaZaika is a blogging event conducted by #BlogBoosterIndia. Hosted by Aditi, Mahesh, Pragun, Preeti, Saba, Sanjota, Sudip, Suhasini, Supriya and sponsored by Habhit Wellness Private Ltd.”

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Enterogermina #happytummiesmeet!

As moms, we are always conscious as to how well our kids are doing and how active they are. Anything that hinders their day to day play and study schedule causes stress That’s why we are always so worried about their physical health and hygiene and. try to keep them healthy.

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Diarrhoea in kids

One such issue that is common amongst kids is diarrhoea! Almost 1 in 3 kids are affected by diarrhoea and sometimes it gets so serious that it can get fatal too. This is especially true for kids who have weaker immunity.

Symptoms of diarrhoea

You know your kid is prone to diarrhoea when the frequency of their stools increases to at least thrice or more than that in a day. There’s a complain of nausea, fever, dizziness and light-headedness. This leads to extreme dehydration in kids which can even have them end up in a hospital.

Care during diarrhoea

This is why taking extra care of children during this time is really important. From increasing fluids and water in their drinks to including zinc and probiotics like Enterogermina. Keeping extra measures to maintain hygiene and cleanliness for the kids to making sure the probiotics are given to kids is essential to fight the bacteria’s of diarrhoea In a better way.

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Enterogermina #happytummiesmeet

Curious to stay updated with this dangerous health issue in kids, I ended up for the #happytummiesmeet with some more considerate mommies accompanying me to know better about diarrhoea and how Enterogermina helps manage Diarrhoea. There was an expert talk by Dr. Zinal, explaining in brief about how some bacteria cause diarrhoea in our body and how giving a dose of good bacteria, which are actually beneficial for our body helps to fight diarrhoea better.

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We also had a fun session with kids where they interacted actively and showed off their knowledge about diarrhoea and how probiotics are necessary during its onset. The kids also loved the skit presented by the team letting them meet the good and bad bacteria and they fought the evil out with the help of Enterogermina.

The game section with kids which helped them differentiate between the healthy and junk food also kept the kids entertained and excited.

My take on the meet

At the end of the meet, I was a lot more knowledgeable, lot more aware and quite more confident in facing the probabilities of diarrhoea occurrence in any one in the family, especially the kids. With Enterogermina as a mandate now in my first aid box, I’m sure my children will no longer will face much wrath because of diarrhoea ever after again.

Book review- My friends from Indian mythology by Suhasini!

Indian mythology is a deep and wide subject. Although we have been hearing stories about them since our childhood and watching various serials about the same through out the years, it’s still unexplored on certain areas.

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About the book

In the book, My friends from Indian Mythology, Suhasini takes up her sons perceptions of those great stories and takes us a ride through all those years hence explaining in brief of some of our mighty heroes that were present then. Her book describes various of those dramatic events, those heroes of Indian mythology and this history behind them in a simple way that can be well understood.

I personally liked the way in which she brings about the stories of each of these heroes, the beautiful way in which she describes their life journey and Ofcourse, there’s an inspiration in each of the hero’s life for all. The way in which the events and life stories are described is totally incredible.

My favourites

I think I found each of the chapters more interesting than the previous one. Each chapter, each part of the book is totally captivating and hence should be all read very intently. A surely recommended from my side, especially when you have to read it out to your kids.

About the author

This book is written by Suhasini and she often writes up excellent stuff in her blog, shravmusings which actually is a unique perspective of life through the eyes of a mom and a six year old son.

You can download the book here.

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Book review- The aventures of the JP family by Radhika Acharya!

Books set your moods correct! And I always choose my books with utmost care. Whether it’s romantic novels, thrillers or humour, they should be the ones that adds in entertainment to my life by just reading them. The newly launched book, The adventures of the JP family by Radhika Acharya did actually charm my insomniac nights.

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About

The light reading, humour embedded book that takes us to the journey at the house and lives of Jay Prakash uncle and his family. I loved the way how beautifully and expertly she had curated each of the chapter according to the A to Z theme and ended them with a slight touch of humour. You will actually find yourself smiling after each of the chapter getting over.

The ins and outs of this family is very well relative as said by the author in the introduction. We will all find a little bit of ourselves sneaking between those chapters. The struggle of maintaining the cool during those daily life stories and finding a humour in it is something that I found amazing in the book.

My favourites

I loved the part in when aunt was given a dose of her actions by comparing her with one of the neighbours very smartly by the kids. I also couldn’t help laughing when I read about the way in which the family was actually playing watchmen to catch that salesman. And also the different parts of fun was always detected in the book from those school meeting days to car driving sessions and so on.

In all, it’s a perfect read (that not at all looks like a debut work by the author) it’s just smashingly perfect! A must read, recommended from myself, a beautiful way to cheer up your time, Definitely going to hit up as one of the best-sellers if given a chance.

About the author

Radhika Sharma Acharya an Indian in origin but presently residing at the UAE is pretty well known for her holdout based writings and have won couple of awards for the same. Her writings were actually displayed in the section of humorous articles at the Nawhind times,Goa and Khaleej times, Dubai. This is her debut effort in writing a book and according to me, she has done an excellent job in it.

You can download the book for free from here!

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