Live_to_dream;Dream_to_live

    My day starts at 7 am. I am up in my bed, staring at the painting hung on my room’s wall - a knife painting of a couple walking amidst greens.   The entire painting is a colorful depiction of the colors of life.   I wonder, do we ever walk in peace like them..? Even during the most awaited vacation, there’s a constant juggling of activities and less time to be at peace.   Vacation memories apart, I can’t wait to make my home look sparkling, like the sea that dances to the sun’s shine. The routine begins hence. Everyday is a new day but the routine remains the same… new is the color of the sky, the trees capering and prancing to the music of the breeze, the activities of animals on the road, the sight of walkers with masks, the tune of the vegetable vendors on loud speakers! With so much to look forward to, the day is indeed going to turn out interesting. As I step into my cosy corner - the kitchen, new ideas for breakfast tend to freeze and I end...

      PASTELS- COLOURS OF LIFE Pastels are the so-called dull colours, but I have fallen in love with these. It is so pleasant to the eyes, it doesn’t catch people’s attention instantly, but it does eventually! That’s the catch! These colours are bright, if you want to see the world through your own eyes. Be it the beautiful cushions from Jaypore..the lovely kurtas from Saatvikei..the pretty dream catcher from “Inheritors”..the matte nail colours from Maybelline..the dew-dropped hibiscuses from my garden..the floral wallpapers by Sabyasachi and the list is endless. There used to be a time, when I was attracted to bright colors only, but over a period of time, I realised it is important to be noticed amongst the unnoticed. You need to stand out unique. I went back in time and thought about this. I knew why I was attracted to the pastels. I grew up reading fairy tales like most girls of that age did. I never imagined a life like that but it used to be a cosy co...

 What used to be insignificant is now a significant and pleasant sight!!  The kite which was just a flying object far across the sky now appears swimming in the air! The birds which have always flown during evenings, now seem lika a beautiful sight of colors coming together, creating that magical sound, reminding me of the romantic movies I enjoyed back then.. The sound of the breeze which I never noticed earlier, now brings a sense of calmness in me, making me forget the pandemic.. The blooming flowers which were plucked routinely earlier, now gives me a sense of excitement to wake up and experience that joy.. The fast-paced life earlier went by without a purpose, but now, these times have given me moments to cherish.. The random weekend treks done earlier seem so stressful, compared to the ones done now, which have been so pleasant; the mere experience of sitting on rocks with a book, no rush to get back to the routine; spreading a table to have a memorable meal amidst green...