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Distant Cousins

There was a time when cousins were as close as your own brother or sister. But for me, those days are gone. At one time, I was pretty close to my cousin sisters. They are my age; but time, geography … Continue reading

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Talking about death

The only thing my 87 year old grandmother talks about these days is dying. For one, it seems she is riddled with guilt that her younger sisters were “taken away” sooner than her. Most of her friends have died. She … Continue reading

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My grandmother’s dislike for Marxism

My paternal grandmother is like 85 and she is different from other people of her generation… quite progressive, I must admit… atleast for her time. Let me give you a few examples: She is cool with girl children choosing her … Continue reading

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When you get added to extended family Whatsapp groups

There can be two types of Family Whatsapp Groups: 1) the one you want to be part of 2) the one you want to exit asap Image Courtesy: Pixbay (CCO) A couple of weeks ago, someone from my husband’s extended family … Continue reading

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