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Nuclear or Joint Family?

January 9, 2019January 9, 2019 Bina/Bhina Pillai

Cousins are close friends and a dear part our childhood. The best part is, anytime we meet we can laugh, share and get back together just like old times. Growing together during childhood, makes them a big part of our life and bonding happens in childhood. As a child, I would wait for April/ May… Continue reading Nuclear or Joint Family?

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The Evil Eye…

January 7, 2019January 7, 2019 Bina/Bhina Pillai

      When I was eighteen and newly married , I would wonder why people criticize more than compliment. This was prevalent in villages in Kerala, and probably in other states too. Every time someone saw you after a long time they would greet you by saying “Oh! you have become fat.’ “You have… Continue reading The Evil Eye…

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To survive a fire accident…

January 6, 2019January 6, 2019 Bina/Bhina Pillai

With high rises and lack of space many small cafes, restaurants and lounge bars have mushroomed everywhere. These places are prone to a fire accident and the fire can easily spread from one restaurant to another or from one apartment to another. Recently there was a fire in a residential complex where a family got… Continue reading To survive a fire accident…

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Let Go…

January 5, 2019 Bina/Bhina Pillai

It's a hard thing to do, to completely let go of something painful, and let go of the person who may have or may not have realized what they did.   At my angriest point I was convinced that the person who hurt me did it with full intention and cruelty. Then I realized there… Continue reading Let Go…

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Beautiful people do not just happen

January 5, 2019 Bina/Bhina Pillai

  Rhea is my niece’s daughter, nine years old and beautiful, not only in looks but also as a person. Rhea is innocent, brave, compassionate, and full of Life. She is also very protective of her elder brother, and will fight with boys if they bully her brother. That’s why she is different, our Rhea.… Continue reading Beautiful people do not just happen

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How to say No….

January 4, 2019 Bina/Bhina Pillai

Life is a honey trap, if you dont know how to say" NO"..Many of us grow up to be people pleasers. Even I was, till I learnt to say No. The word "No" drops out of our vocabulary, and we substitute lots of ways to be agreeable and keep the other person happy. Some people… Continue reading How to say No….

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When The Need Arises, you must

January 3, 2019 Bina/Bhina Pillai

  Mui Wo- is an island in Hong Kong, and we travelled by ferry to this place. I was very happy, and the ride was choppy but exciting. However, I had no clue what was in store for me. I stroll, enjoying nature all around. I love to bask in the sunshine and leisurely stand… Continue reading When The Need Arises, you must

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