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As a woman scientist working in corporate America, with a Bachelors, Masters and a Doctoral degree, I have had my fair share of being on either sides of the isle…

A short blog post showcasing some of my favorite off-kilter products, blogs and brands that believe in a different kind of consumerism-the one where neither nature nor animals or humans…

SLOW FASHION MOVEMENT: A NEW INSPIRATION Spring is here with crisper, bluer skies and pink and white blooms peaking in from the branches sprouting with the first signs of greenery.…

In the chaotic throes of Face Book notorious for its memes, selfies, “ one like=one Amen”, politics/race-baiting posts and what not, I once stumbled upon a friend’s link to a wonderland…

Camera bags for women: Why choosing the right one matters In the era of social media and smartphones with amazing built in cameras, travel photography is pretty much indispensable to…

Timekeeping does not have to be boring or mundane like the proverbial ticking away of a clock in the background. Just like the new year throwing in endless possibilities our…

Durga Puja in Northern California/Bay Area Bay Area Durga Puja 2019 Update: Durga Puja will be celebrated on the following dates in the Bay Area. Do check with the websites…

I don’t know how to say this, but judging by the generous compliments from our even more gracious guests, S & I have done a pretty decent job in decorating…

What to wear in San Francisco is an oft asked question thanks to our unique weather pattern. Unlike our cousin in the south, i.e. Los Angeles, which epitomizes the phrase…

Tired of the same old monochromatic clothes? Looking for something different? A pop of color or a burst of print perhaps? Even better, addition of some quirky prints to liven…