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Linen anniversary

Celebrating Linen Anniversary and cousin's birthday in Navi Mumbai without car leads to an unexpected wait & change of plans for dinner. A reflective moment on escalator assistance reminds me not to...

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Local trains of Mumbai

Moving to Mumbai and navigating local trains proved challenging yet fascinating—a blend of chaos, protection from possessive relatives, and the unique experience of rush hour crowds where personal...

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Durga Puja

Experience Durga Puja's blend of tradition and modernity in this blog post. Celebrated by Bengalis worldwide, the festival marks good triumphing over evil with Maa Durga descending for five days to...

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Back to Work

Returned from vacation with mixed feelings about work emails and settling in Bombay; plans for frequent blog updates on experiences living abroad through a Western lens amidst blackouts.

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Aids Awareness - Paris

A Parisian anti-AIDS campaign from 2006 uses a condom moon in sunset scenery to promote safe sex, contrasting with India's taboo on discussing AIDS. The author hopes for more open dialogue about the...

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Few books

Vacation reading spree: Devoured Brown novels but found them repetitive and technically flawed; praised Ghosh for his rich portrayal of Indian history, culture, and opportunities in "The Glass...

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Le vol

Struggling with luggs in Europe pre-India trip: excess baggage stress & lessons learned from Qatar Airways' generous allowance amidst a hectic move out of Paris!

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Souvenir

Friends in Paris gifted us with thoughtful presents reflecting our interests: cross-stitch projects for hobbies like coffee crafts; personalized items including an Eiffel Tower lamp, all adding to...

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Last days in Paris

Embarking on an adventurous move from Paris to Bombay sparks a journey of self-discovery, captured through meticulously curated photos and experiences. Despite the unexpected rainy August in Paris,...

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Door code

Parisians rely on personal codes to access apartments instead of phone numbers. Older buildings often use both guardians and door codes for security. The term 'just dropping by' is alien here due to...

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Pardey key Pichey

Dive backstage at Ritu Beri's fusion fashion show in Paris with friends; witness meticulous outfit changes amidst chaos—a memorable blend of friendship, learning, and style!