Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. It is Saturday morning, and Ryan doesn’t have to go to kindergarten today. Bryan is still eating his breakfast, squished into his high chair as always. He is such a slowpoke. He kicked his soccer ball and was planning to play with the water hose. When he…
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Bookworm Dispatch: Recent Reads
Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Between coffee cups and bookmarks, I stumbled upon a few notable books. Three books with three different moods: here’s my review. Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi Six Days in Bombay by Alka Joshi Horse by Geraldine Brooks These books showcase the literary prowess and…
The Stories Women Leave Behind – Part 2
Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Some women leave behind advice. Some leave behind habits and traditions. And some leave behind stories that stay alive long after they are gone. Last week, I shared memories of my Nani ji. Today, I want to take you into the world of my Dadi. My Dadi…
When Time Began…
Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Happy Gudi Padwa and Ugadi to all!!! From Kashmir to Kerala and Punjab to West Bengal, all across India, this festival is celebrated in the month of March/April. People in Kashmir call it “Navreh,” while a similar celebration is termed as “Vishu” in Kerala. In West Bengal…
To My Dad…
Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved A father-daughter bond is one of life’s most special relationships. It’s built over years of small moments, shared stories, gentle advice, and the comforting feeling that someone is always on your side. We all share a deep love for our mothers, often expressing it with a simple…
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