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What’s your favorite game (card, board, video, etc.)? Why?

Naming a favorite game feels a bit tricky these days since I rarely play anymore. Life has a way of pulling you away from hobbies, doesn’t it? Still, there’s one game I keep coming back to, even if just to follow from the sidelines: chess. It’s the game of geniuses, where kings and queens fall in a bloodless battle of strategy and foresight. Back in my teen years, I played chess a lot. Truth be told, I was terrible at it. My knights wandered aimlessly, my pawns were sacrificial lambs, and my king? Well, let’s just say he saw checkmate more often than I’d like to admit. I didn’t stop playing because I was bad, thoughreal life just took over. Work, responsibilities, you name it. Chess got pushed to the back burner. Fast forward to today, and I’ve rediscovered chess through Chess.com. This fantastic platform lets you play interactively against… What’s your favorite game (card, board, video, etc.)? Why?

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What foods would you like to make?

This year, I spent six months at my home in Kerala, where I had the chance to hone my culinary skills. Cooking three, sometimes four, meals a day became my routine, with leftovers foods stored in the refrigerator for later. Balancing cooking with office work, housekeeping, and cleaningutensils and clothes (thankfully, the washing machine helped)was a juggling act worthy of its own story. But for now, let’s focus on the foods part. Back in Mumbai, I’ve kept up the habit of cooking breakfast daily. I’d love to take over lunch and dinner too, but my wife guards the kitchen, her slow, traditional cooking style contrasting with my fast, practical approach. My preference leans toward mildly spiced, traditional Indian dishesflavors that have evolved over centuries to suit our climate. These dishes are not just delicious but also practical, designed for balance and moderation. My golden rule? Eat to live, not live… What foods would you like to make?

black white and brown bernese mountain dog lying on white textile along with a cat

Dogs or cats?

The dogs or cats debate has been a lively topic since humans first welcomed these furry companions into their lives. As someone who grew up in an Army family, my heart firmly belongs to dogs. My childhood is dotted with cherished memories of the loyal dogs who shared our journey, each one leaving a pawprint on my life. In fact, I shared one of those heartwarming stories in a previous post on this blogcheck it out if you’re a dog lover! What draws me to dogs is their unwavering devotion and selflessness. They pour their hearts into loving us, their often-ungrateful humans, without expecting anything in return. A dog’s loyalty is a gifta wagging tail at the door, a joyful leap when you return home, or a quiet companion by your side during life’s ups and downs. Cats, on the other hand, seem to have us all figured out. They… Dogs or cats?