Summer is here. And its time to brighten up your balcony and garden with spectacular summer flowers. The bright colored flowers not just add beauty to our house but also attract visitors like tiny little birds and butterflies which are an additional delight. Summer in India usually lasts up to 4 months. And you would be surprised to know there are so many different varieties of plants that bloom so wonderfully in summers. Here I am penning down 8 beautiful flowering plants you can grow during summer. It’s easy to grow these plants in both soil bed and containers. 1.  Roses Roses grow all ..read more

Weekends can never get boring in Kolkata. You have so many places to hangout. And one of the best and budget-friendly places to hangout is New Town Eco Park or Prakriti Tirtha as they say in Bengali. Eco Park is a popular getaway for people of all ages. You can always plan a short excursion to Eco Park with family, friends, and colleagues to escape the monotony in your life. Eco Park located in New Town is one of the biggest urban parks in India. Spread over a large area of nearly 480 acres it is nearly impossible to see all parts of Eco Park in a day.   However, you can take a quick ride arou ..read more

If you are one of those who love decorating your home with an inspirational quote printables then this article is a must-read. I have always loved those funky, cool, inspirational framed quotes or sayings that they sell online on Amazon, Etsy or in shops like Crosswords and Archies. But sometimes buying them puts an extra load on your pocket especially if you are a student or when you can use the budget over other makeovers. So here I am sharing with you an easy and quite inexpensive way to make these printables. Let’s start with creating your own free printable quote art frame using Canva, a ..read more

Did You Ever Keep A Journal? Well, I’m sure most of you kept a diary when you were young. A diary where you wrote your favorite quotes, scribbled poetry, pen down special memories. While growing up the habit was somewhere lost. You might have thought several times to take up Journal writing again but damn you were never inspired enough, to start with. Journaling is a powerful tool that makes you self aware, encourages introspections, increases productivity and channelize your thoughts to positivity. You don’t need to be a writer to take up Journal writing. As far as I can remember I kept a dia ..read more

When was the last time you went Camping? The last time you spend the night sitting under the stars, watching the sky unfold itself? The light breeze hitting you gently relaxing your senses as you hear the crickets chirping in the bushes. A cup of hot coffee, bonfire, and friends… Well yeah, this is what comes to my mind when I think of Camping. Here are a few points that would surely make you Go Camping this Summer. Camping is an escapade from the pressure of worldly life, away from all sort of noises. No matter whether you are a teen, college student or adult, there is a constant pressure of ..read more

Cities have become increasingly crowded.  It’s difficult to find open green spaces, especially in metro cities. We spend most of our time in the digital world and less with the natural one. Most of you living in cities don’t have the luxury to own a garden. So why not create a green space into your house and connect with nature? Having Indoor Plants not just brings serenity but adds aesthetic value to your surroundings. The presence of greenery is not just soothing to eyes but help lower stress and boosts your mood.  Keeping indoor plants help purify the air inside your home. According to an e ..read more

Sustainable Living is more than just a passing fad, it is a much-needed lifestyle for this and upcoming generations. You may have come across this term more often and wondered what exactly is Sustainable Living? Sometimes we don’t even realize but we tend to practice things that help in making our lives more sustainable. So what is “Sustainable Living”? Sustainable Living is a lifestyle where we tend to do things making wise and judicious use of our natural resources, without harming our environment and ensuring the availability of the resources for future generations. Here are a few simple wa ..read more

So, you always wanted to have your own blog. Space where you can showcase your talent and creativity, express your thoughts or share your ideas and knowledge to the world. But you were always unsure about how to start a blog. Maybe because… You are not from a tech background… !! Writing a code makes you sweat… Phew!! But No Worries…. Here is a step by step guide on how you can start your blog in a few simple steps. 1. Decide What You Want To Blog About: Before you start your own blog it is very important to decide what topic you want to blog about. Choose a topic that really interests you. A b ..read more

I have successfully completed my one year of Blogging…… YaaY!! And the journey has been amazing. Blogging has changed my life, helped me become more disciplined, focused and gain new vision. As I look back I recollect all the things I learned during this process and blogger friends I made. My two of the greatest achievement this year was buying a personalized domain for my blog and moving from free WordPress plan to self-hosted WordPress site. Now, that’s something I can be proud of… Not just you, but others take your Blog more seriously when you have your own domain. Here in this post, I am g ..read more

In India, chai is more than just a cup of hot drink, it’s a convivial drink that perfectly binds the Indian society. No matter who you are visiting and at what time of the day, you will always be welcomed by a cup of tea. A perfect drink to enjoy while gossiping with friends or family or carrying on a debate over political matters. Chai,  an unmatched companion during late night studies while preparing for midterm exams. No matter how tired you are after a hard day at the office, a cup of tea is all you need to charge you up. Caught in monsoon rain and all we Indians can think of is a hot plat ..read more