I am thrilled. I’m on Cloud 9. Good news is always uplifting – but have you ever noticed how the success of our friends excites us so much more than our own? At least for me, it is like that. A lot like anticipation – which I always find, is so…
Posts published by “Vidya Sury”
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 read Pamela Fagan Hutchin’s blog post announcing the launch of her books, my first thought was “Gosh, her blog posts are so funny. Imagine how her book must be! How do I get a copy?” Then, realizing I hadn’t read the entire post, I noticed she invited reviewers. Was…
I am in the midst of a viral fever and as I type this, my fingers are trembling, probably from the cough syrup (tastes good, really). I’ve been sleeping most of the afternoons, in addition to the nights since the last four days. I am hoping to be back to normal…


