Don’t you just love that video? I did! I enjoyed the “wish chain” going around, spreading smiles on each recipient’s face. Makes me believe all the more in a “connected” world, a world connected by love. You know my son has just started college. Since he also featured in the top…
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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!
When I wrote about teaching teens to manage money, I had the picture of a rather cute set of pigs. I was just finishing the post with my son hovering over me – waiting for me to join him for a walk. Naturally he was reading what I wrote – and…
If you are a parent or a guardian, teaching teens manage money is perhaps the most important thing you can do. I have a confession to make. My son is not money-savvy. Although he has been carrying money and has occasionally spent it in school for emergencies, he hasn’t independently managed…



