Contrasting Shopping Experiences

March 8, 2011
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Entering the mall “[Gopal] saw that it was a huge double-storeyed building with soft music piped everywhere, discreet lighting throwing an actually welcoming glow, rows of shops, some simply decorated…

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Arranged Marriages & Many Paths to Love

March 3, 2011
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From a TV ad for an Indian dating website geared toward parents marrying their kids, to monumental historical changes in marriage, this post asks whether the underlying love differs at all in different types of marriages?

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Impressions of India

February 21, 2011
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The overriding feeling I had during my two weeks in India was a sense that I had barely scratched the surface. Before, during, and even now after the trip is over, I’m still intrigued by the vast array of everything Indian…

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The Coffee Cup Method of Meditation

February 15, 2011
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This is my personal method of meditation. It helps anchor my day – whatever that might bring – in the peace and relaxation of that morning ritual. And, it’s something I already do wherever I am. Now, it’s just better, calmer.

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A Little Bit About Modern Love

February 14, 2011
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Being single, I’m hardly an expert on love, but here are a few thoughts about the kind of love I aspire to have and give.

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15 Cheerful Quotes

January 26, 2011
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These quotes will help add a little cheer to your day or spring to your step! It’s my own collection of quotes compiled for days when I need a little extra cheerfulness.

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Bandh in Bangalore

January 22, 2011
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A general strike in Bangalore called a bandh brings my work, the city, and any exploring to a halt. Sitting in my hotel room, I’m reminded that “a good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.”

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15 Encouraging Quotes

January 19, 2011
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Here’s a list of quotes to help push and encourage you further along your path for this year. It’s my own collection of quotes compiled for when I need an extra dose of encouragement or a reminder of why I should keep on keeping on…

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