Take any sliced bread which does not crumble easily. Cut each slice into four pieces. Deep fry in oil or clarified butter all the pieces till they are golden brown. Drain excess fat on a tissue paper. SYRUP Prepare a sugar syrup with sugar and water in a 1:2 proportion. Dip the pieces in it … Continue reading Easy-Peasy Bread Bites
What interests me are stories within stories – all that’s unseen and unsaid. Every character has a voice and a perspective, but is that the whole truth? Non-fiction can attempt objectivity, but all fiction is subjective. The unseen and unsaid, like lingering ghosts, haunt my mind long after the story is forgotten. Only the characters … Continue reading Stories within Stories
Personality emerges from the complex interplay of biological predispositions, environmental influences, psychological processes, and social experiences. Its components—temperament, character, cognition, emotion, motivation, and behaviour—work together to create the unique individual. This intricate system continually tailors our responses to people and situations through perceptual filters, emotional reactions, behavioural patterns, and social dynamics. Understanding these mechanisms illuminates … Continue reading Personality
My experience with Samsung Note 3.0 was pretty bad. I bought it because I like phones with a stylus pen. The phone got formatted several times and finally gave away. The OnePlus I'm using now is pretty sturdy. I prefer Android phones. The major problem I'm currently facing with phones and other devices is running … Continue reading Phone Trouble
Adulting is not a choice for most people —it’s a compulsion, a reality we all face. Society's expectations and the demands of various systems leave us with little room for negotiation. The moment we’re deemed “old enough,” the safety net of support begins to vanish. We’re nudged into independence, sometimes before we’re emotionally or financially … Continue reading Choice or Compulsion?
My father-in-law had a large cupboard filled with trophies and plaques won by him. He would scoff at any suggestion of eliminating outdated stuff. The family has retained it so far, after his death, because the house is locked. I'm not sure if the trophies will survive a renovation or sale of the property. I … Continue reading Associations
AI gives me some statistics on what U.S. consumers spend on celebrations of various Days. Major Holiday Spending Valentine's Day In 2024, U.S. consumers spent $25.8 billion on Valentine's Day, with the average person spending $185.81 capitaloneshoppingnrf. Major spending categories included jewelry ($6.5 billion), evenings out ($5.4 billion), and flowers ($2.9 billion) Americans expect to … Continue reading Getting the show on the road
Living longer has become humanity's shared aspiration, with global life expectancy steadily rising over the past century. However, longevity without quality represents a hollow victory—one that transforms what should be life's golden years into decades of struggle and limitation. Health forms the cornerstone of meaningful longevity. Without physical vitality and cognitive sharpness, additional years become … Continue reading Longevity needs Health and Wealth
Imagine a playground full of children. Each child has a goal: one wants to build the tallest sandcastle, another wants to swing the highest, and a third wants to play tag. Initially, the playground is a buzzing hive of activity. Each child is driven by their unique goal, providing them with a sense of direction … Continue reading Humanity – Divided by Purpose
We will discuss the religious significance of water in Hinduism today. Not all of these beliefs may be relevant in the present context. Water is considered sacred as it purifies everything. Certain rivers are personified as Goddesses and worshipped. Dipping into these rivers is supposed to be a cleansing ritual (I seriously doubt if any … Continue reading Water, water everywhere….
