Do you like to save money where you can? I do. It is not a question of being rich or poor. Thanks to the economy being what it is, and incomes not rising at the rate they should, we just can’t afford to waste any of our hard-earned money. Besides being…
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During my trip to Ranchi last year, I visited the Hundru Falls (yes, post coming up). On the way back from the gorgeous waterfalls after a lovely morning, I saw some interesting sights. Of course I’d stop to look each time, and my friend would look exasperated and urge me on.…
I love the words update and upgrade. Probably because they usher in a freshness, something better than before. Like most people, I like to ensure that it is planned. Why? Mostly because depending on what we’re upgrading, it involves an expense and depending on how much, one needs time to organize…
This one has been a long time coming! You see, our apartment building is always lively with renovations. No sooner than one house finishes revamping itself, than the next one begins. We live with the noise, dust and buzz of drills. Of course, it’s nice to see how much more swanky…
Technology changes at lightning speed, especially when it comes to smartphones. And chances are, like me, you’ve got an old cell phone or three tucked away, collecting dust in your drawer. Lucky you if you have been able to trade them in each time you upgrade to a new one. But…
This is the result of a long phone call and a little envy. Ever notice how, when you start coveting something, you start seeing it everywhere? The marketing gurus call it selective perception. For as far as I can remember, I’ve dreamed of a house with a garden and lawns. My…
Festival days are here and most people are sprucing up their homes and beautifying it to celebrate. It is a great time to boost curb appeal. While some people get into deep spring cleaning, others give their home a full makeover—like my neighbors are doing right now. The people who live…