I’ve fallen in love with audiobooks. I no longer feel like I am cheating on ‘real’ books when I listen to them. While I walk my dog, load the laundry, … Continue reading In praise of audiobooks
By the book….A Gentleman in Moscow
As I started to read A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles, I was immediately reminded of the children’s book Eloise. Eloise and her adventures in New York’s luxurious Plaza … Continue reading By the book….A Gentleman in Moscow
Stories Set in Stone
Imagine being transported to the 12th Century AD. Into a beautiful temple complex built on star-shaped elevated platforms, amidst spacious and well-maintained gardens. Sculptors busy at work, carving exceptional stories … Continue reading Stories Set in Stone
A walk in the park
After a cup of aromatic coffee at Maiya’s restaurant, the flavor still lingering, I walk along the side streets of Jayanagar. Since the planners laid the foundation in 1948, this … Continue reading A walk in the park
By the book…Where the Crawdads Sing
When I first heard of the book “Where the Crawdads sing,” I did some research to figure out what the title meant and what the book was about. There was … Continue reading By the book…Where the Crawdads Sing
Piecing it together
As you walk by ancient exhibits in a museum, there are many stories that greet you. Through myths and legends you learn about the ancient artifact. Each piece also has … Continue reading Piecing it together
By the book…Little Fires Everywhere
I love to read books where the setting is so well-developed that the place feels like one of the characters. In Little Fires Everywhere, Celeste Ng deftly weaves the setting … Continue reading By the book…Little Fires Everywhere
Living in the moment
All my life, I have longed for the past, worried about the future and grudgingly enjoyed the current moment. I am trying to be more mindful as I accept things … Continue reading Living in the moment
Rare Books
On a walk alongside commercial buildings and glowing window displays, it is a treat to come across a shop that feels like a museum. The merchandise is expensive, but it … Continue reading Rare Books
The Beauty of Design
Why is design important? It makes our life better! A beautiful design is pleasing to the eye, simplifies our tasks and improves our everyday life. Here are some products that … Continue reading The Beauty of Design
