Collector of random facts, a professional daydreamer, and an overthinker! I run on caffeine and curiosity. When I am not busy saving the world (in my dreams), you will find me asking why, how, where, when - love finding answers about everything everyone around and far!
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“One fine day, a mother decides that her two boys are glued to the TV way too much.And so, she just turns it off right in the middle of their show and lays down the rule: only three shows a week from now on! Instead, they have to go to the library and check out books, and they will read at least two books every week (the 2 books will not be the school books). At the end of each week, they will giv...
“At the end of the lanes, he knew one thing: being number one felt pretty good. Winning was like an explosion, a rush, joy, freedom, fun. It hit him all at once!”From a humble childhood in Jamaica to the world’s biggest stage, Usain Bolt’s journey is as inspiring as it is electrifying. My latest review covers his autobiography “Faster Than Lightning”—a story of discipline, heart, and record-breaki...
📚✨ New Book Review DropHi! This week’s review is of a powerful collection:“Heart Lamp: Selected Stories” by Banu Mushtaq, translated by Deepa Bhasthi — Winner of the 2025 International Booker Prize.Set in the towns and villages of Karnataka, these 12 stories explore the normalized injustices faced by women — all written in simple language, but they hit hard.Read the review here 👉 https://jaeebl...
Haruki Murakami’s memoir ‘What I Talk About When I Talk About Running’ is not a guidebook. It’s his chain of thoughts, experiences on writing, running, and everything in between. I have shared my reflections — what worked for me, what didn’t, and who this book might truly speak to. 🏃♂️📝& You don’t need to be a runner to enjoy this. 📖 Read the full review — https://jaeeblogscom.wordpress.com/20...
Hi!!This month I read a short, introspective non-fiction book by Jhumpa Lahiri — all about book covers and what they mean to her, both as a writer and a reader. Some of her thoughts really stayed with me, especially how we assume so much about someone/something based on appearances — clothing, covers, packaging.Read the review at - https://jaeeblogscom.wordpress.com/2025/06/19/sip-read-review-clot...
What happens when you fall in love with a new language — so much that you leave behind the comfort of your mother tongue? Jhumpa Lahiri's memoir is all about her journey learning Italian — not as a skill, but as a way of life. It's slow, poetic, and personal. 🖋️Not a guidebook. But a reflection on identity, language, and starting over. Read my review at https://jaeeblogscom.wordpress.com/2025/06/...
Lately, the language politics in our country have been disturbing. But in the midst of it all, there are still people who live across states, languages, and cultures — happily and harmoniously.The hosts are warm and welcoming.The guests are curious, open to learning new languages, ideas, and customs — without burden or resistance. 🌍💛 Today’s story is about how she found connection beyond words w...
“One Fine Day… I moved to Pune. To build a career? No — to build MYSELF.” - Story by Sayli ThakurFrom restless beginnings to finding peace, purpose, and pride — this story is a reflection on four years that changed everything. It’s about taking space, making choices, navigating family, love, and society’s expectations — and finally, learning to live life on your own terms.Published today 8th story...
After 3 years, I took a train ride - and ended up collecting characters instead of just memories.New blog up in the category Eat, Sleep, Travel – Reviews on my website - “12135 PUNE NAGPUR EXP”Give it a read when you want a window seat into routine people and their unintentional comedy - https://jaeeblogscom.wordpress.com/2025/05/18/12135-pune-nagpur-exp/ Would love to know what you think ✍️Blog p...
Here is a travelogue of our slow, refreshing journey to Ratnagiri's hidden gem. Have a read if you are in the mood for a little travel escape:🔗 https://jaeeblogscom.wordpress.com/2025/05/09/mangoes-modaks-the-arabian-sea-our-kalbadevi-trip/ Let me know what you think! 😊 Blog post crafted on Thinkdeli.com
