A heartfelt note to an almost-18-year-old — filled with love, laughs, and life lessons from Amma and Appa as their miracle grows up and flies the nest.
A Slice of Memory: My Beloved Carrot Cake Story and Recipe
This moist, healthy whole wheat carrot cake is a family favorite—easy to make, no butter, and packed with goodness in every bite!
For the Time We Had
A poem reflecting on the bond between two women exploring themes of loss, and the lasting imprint of meaningful companionship. Written a year after the friend’s passing, it intertwines memory, grief, and gratitude in a deeply personal tribute.
Unseen Strength
A celebration of my mother’s life and the enduring bond she forged. Oh, Mother! Lost in memories of you—my unseen strength—I miss your warm hugs and sweet smile.
Independence Day: Should We Celebrate or Not?
Can we celebrate Independence Day? Where is the spirit of the preamble when our minority brothers and sisters are lynched? Where is it when our siblings in different states face burning and rape?
Allan’s stilton cookies
My son was responsible for finding the recipe and helping to tweak it to make it healthier we called it Allan’s stilton cookies.
Democracy and Religion
Yes, I had friends belonging to other religions and I was aware of their religion. This did not separate us but kept us united in democracy.
Authentic Nellore chepala pulusu (Fish curry)
I come from Maharashtra and this is one dish my family enjoys to its fullest. It always finds it way on the table especially for fish loving guests.
Does friendship still exist?
In that rage of moment, I would generally walk back home then cool down and go back to her home. Does friendship really exist?
Bitter gourd chutney powder
Bitter gourd: a vegetable I have not been fond of all my life. But a vegetable that is loved by my husband and my mother-in-law. Here is one recipe my mother-in-law has tried to get me to eat this not-so-yummy vegetable.
