Month: December 2011
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Cheesy Post: Some things I learnt in 2011
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Its the last day of the year, so I thought I fitting to do something a lot of people do… reflect on the year. So not dissimilar to many other bloggers, here are a few things I learnt in 2011 in no particular order: Money is irrelevant if you’re not happy Yes it is nice…
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To Give or Not To Give
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Its coming up to Christmas, and whilst I am not Christian, it does make me think about some fundamental things like kindness, generosity and most importantly respect. I like to believe that I practise these principles in my everyday life, however traveling through India recently, I have certainly found myself challenged and internally conflicted in…
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The Beauty and Challenges of the Untouched Tourist Trail: Wayanad
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Wayanad is a region in the north east corner of Kerala. It is nestled in the hills, bordered by both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Its location makes it a stunning place to visit, but an absolute pain to get to. Wayanad is not serviced by the fantastic Indian railway network, so it really can only…
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Foodie Post: The Thali
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I just love thalis. From a foodie’s perspective, they are the perfect way to sample a regions cuisine in one healthy and well balanced meal. So what exactly is a thali? The word “Thali” actually means “plate” in Hindi, and when you order a thali this is essentially what you will receive. A stainless steel…
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Guruvayur and Thrissur: How do you prove you are Hindu?
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How do you prove what religion you were raised to someone you just met? A Christian can wear a cross, although anyone could do this relatively easily. A Muslim woman can wear a Hijab, but not all do. A Jewish woman can shave her head and wear a long skirt, although only the orthodox do.…
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Kochi: My Ayurvedic Experience
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I love natural and alternative therapies, so much so I am actually a qualified massage therapist and have dabbled in reflexology. Whilst I have tried many different therapies including acupuncture (yes I find those needles quite relaxing), naturopathy, homeopathy and every type of massage I can find, the one thing I have never tried was…