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Consumers understand responsibility: The industry has grown manifold and with every passing decade, a new trend takes precedence. The changing trends had to witness a sea change, so a growing demand for handmade products was expected with the variety seeking consumer. The consumer is more conscious of lasting trends, engages in a lifestyle that holds a greater meaning, willing to be socially impacting and believes in the ‘eco’ sense of things for a better planet. Every decision will be backed by a story that touches hearts and knowing the origin of their purchase makes them more aware of their lives. In essence, handmade is on everyone’s minds. The beauty of this modern twist called handmade is that it does not let a past fade away and finds a way to be accepted in the modern minds. Handed with perfection: Handmade is a mantra that was inevitable primarily individualistic and not the answer to the masses. Quantities will be limited but the exclusivity and quality is...

Day 89..  ‪#‎ 100daysofhappiness‬   ‪#‎ 100happydays‬ 'It is believed that a man who treats his woman like a princess, is born and raised in the arms of a queen'. Having seen this philosophy come alive, I can endorse every word said here and proud to wish the queen - my mother in law - a very happy birthday, from the princess who is grateful for raising the prince in my life, with character, love and respect. 10 years later and its fascinating how some relationships don't change. She continues to be supportive, encouraging, warm, non interfering and cheerful. We have shared a decade - short enough to look forward to building lasting memories and long enough to share open heartfelt conversations with perhaps debates too and yet not be judged. She has embraced me with all my good and shortcomings, with a smile! I still eagerly wait to bring out complain trolls about mother's in law or participate in these bash discussions online but i seem to be amongst the few...

Day 88.. ‪#‎ 100daysofhappiness‬   ‪#‎ 100happydays‬ A fantastic experience.. a true reflection of 'Be the change' and a fabulous initiative by The Ugly Indian, for their selfless and inspiring campaigns that hope to change the face of our city for a better tomorrow! Neighborhood charms rekindled with a splendid team effort of all volunteers, who chose to glamorize some unfinished creations into work of art, that will always be a joy to our eyes. The clean up drive was a drive tow ards radical India, that our kids deserve to be a part of! The sea of 300 volunteers, splitting their responsibilities in different stretches, witnessed the enthusiastic participation of adults and kids, whose eyes lit up with pride on being explained about the initiative and the immense contributions they were making. They not just learnt about 'be the change' they were the change, remarking a new direction for this generation to take forward. The best part of this entire activity ...

Day 87..#100daysofhappiness #100happydays Our annual gala that combines laughter, celebration, madness, innocence and joys of a fading past.  My feet are numb and am exhausted... but can still rejoice about how our guests made Tamara and Tanaaya s birthday such a fabulous and memorable celebration by being a part of our big day and blessing them with wishes, gifts and oodles of love. Thank you once again. .. The dates are apart but the plan was to have one party for both with all their friends and family. Mid year we resume the celebration at an orphanage or old age home. As a parent I am keen to instil these values so by combining we are able to achieve this without the kids missing out on themes that make their dreams. Month long planning on the Frozen theme   ... The effort was worth every smile on all the guests faces who cheered the ocassion. The long list of guests... 130 in all, the invite, décor. . Simple yet thematic, activities that engage not just the...

Day 86.. ‪#‎ 100daysofhappiness‬   ‪#‎ 100happydays‬ My daddy strongest! Happy happy birthday to a dad who lived to love and cheer, who worked tirelessly and slept only to build new dreams, who believed in hospitality that lasts, who felt the extra mile too was never enough for someone he cared about and whose heart fondly believed that bread and egg was the greatest discovery for mankind! In more ways every day I hope to instil the values and beliefs which you taught me.. with  my children. I always wish that you would be here to be the maternal granded my kids deserve and then I look at mum and realise what a phenomenal job she does in being a dad, mum, brother, grandad, grandmum and mum in law. So many relationships, on one shoulder, with an uncomplaining smile, loving heart and hands that only help...and most of all my best friend. So while you will always be missed I get to learn about you and have my best conversations about you with the person who knows you and love...

Day 85..  ‪#‎ 100daysofhappiness‬   ‪#‎ 100happydays‬ Celebrating togetherness for 10 years.. An engagement anniversary to flag off our big 10  Arya Ganapathy . Thank you for being you! 19.11.2005 – Charmed and blushed on our first meet, 07.01.2006 – Sealed the deal with a promising glitter beat. 04.06.2006 – Vows exchanged, celebrated and I added a new name, Ten years later, let the celebrations always be the same. A decade has passed, a lifetime to go Looking forward to memories that will follow! Celebrations I love, memories to make, January to June will be our big take. Holding your hand, new promises to share A family now, we are more than a pair. Together we can, cruise this life, Am speaking for both, when I say, it’s a joy to be husband and wife. Engagement anniversaries are hardly spoken about, But when its 10, you have to give it a shout. Something meaningful, something fun to do, I know we will make this year, heartfelt and true!

Day 84.. # 100happydays # 100daysofhappiness A new year has begun.. With new friendships too. It is long enough to write more than a line of birthday wishes and short enough to cherish moments that matter. We have a birthday today and this tribute is my small thank you for reminding me that friendships and bonds can begin anytime and last a lifetime. We don't have a history to fall back on, we don't have our childhood, school or college together. We have had very different lives and lived in close proximity only by distance and not by bonding. We are neighbours to many but friends to few. Our coffee chats, walks have given us long conversations, comfort in honesty, ear to listen, shoulder to lean on and the heart to always cheer in hearty laughter. The birthday girl is Thoshi.. charming and soft, smiles in modesty and laughs in joy. She hails from Coorg and knows that her heart always resides there. She builds relationships with much honesty and genuineness that ...

Tanaaya - All of 5 today..yet she is still our baby! Clear to speak as is her thoughts, open direct responses, loves with all her heart, quick to decide, bold with dance, singing and some drama, asks questions that has us perplexed and happy to share especially with Tamara. She is confident and caring, evaluates every situation and will not accept everyone blindly. Her energy, games and ideas in role play balance between what both boys and girls would like, so her friends are  a fun mixed group. She can be a leader and follower all in a passing moment. She is cautious and will not get excited by activities with tremendous adventure. She is unlike a lot of 5 year old's! Her humor is amusing to anyone in the room. A bundle of energy in familiar surrounding and a calm, gentle quiet child in a formal scenario - she is both sides of a coin! She is our New Year blessing since 2011 and continues to sparkle in our home! Our New Year's cant get more festive, I hope yours is...

Day 83..  ‪#‎ 100daysofhappiness‬   ‪#‎ 100happydays‬ The last I wrote was on Children’s day and realized my Christmas fiesta had landed me in such an extended silence. While I continue to soak in my 20 point philosophy related to my kids from my earlier post, here is something for you to ponder over, as we say goodbye to 2015 and hello 2016! The year that went by was like a simple act of blowing bubbles. The joy in seeing, a bubble fly high is hard to describe, even for someone like me in my mid 30’s, where innocent pleasures are hardly bound by age. As you blow, each bubble will vary in size just like our dreams, achievements and sadness. You want it to go higher, but at some point it stops and just bursts. Do we cry over a burst bubble? Then why brood over what has gone past us? Just like these bubbles, our dreams and aspirations would have been many but not necessary all will come true and remain long lasting. They will fly around, while we try our might to catch...