Ever felt, this is my soulmate when you met someone for the first time? We moved to Bangalore in 1999. Our son was one and a half years old. Rents and advance money were so high that we thought it might be a better idea to get a housing loan and…
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Hi! I’m Vidya Sury. I am a writer, editor, and the voice behind Collecting Smiles. Here, I share practical mindfulness guides, personal essays, and book reviews designed to bring calm and joy to your everyday life. Brand collaborations and creative partnerships are always welcome—let's connect!
As we use up the earth’s dwindling resources, it is more important than ever to raise eco-friendly children. The moment our children are born (and often even before they enter the world) we are concerned about a child hitting milestones. Is my child sleeping through the night? Has she mastered the…
Today we celebrate Gandhi Jayanthi, the 147th birth anniversary of the Father of our Nation, Mahatma Gandhi or Bapuji, as he is fondly addressed. Gandhiji’s influence is global and he continues to inspire millions today. He believed that non-violence is the way, and proved it during his lifetime, sticking to his…