Welcome to Sharon’s Read and Reflect — a cozy corner for curious minds and wandering thoughts! ✨ I’m Sharon Clara Fernandes, someone who believes reading adds wings to the mind and writing gives it a voice. 📚 Here, I pour my thoughts, a dash of humor, and a sprinkle of reflection into every piece I write. The more we read, the more we grow — and I’m learning right along with you! So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let’s journey through words together. ☕💭
When the city hum fades to a whispering breeze,And worries melt under swaying trees,The sky wears smiles in shades of blue,And time decides—“I’ll slow down too.”A squirrel holds meetings on mango trees,While butterflies gossip with honeybees,A brook hums tunes with no degree,Yet sings of joy far better than we.Shoes feel shy; they slip away,As toes... Continue Reading →
“Holidays are like snowflakes — beautiful for kids, but they melt parents’ sanity.” The last school bell rings. Backpacks fly. Children cheer. Parents… panic.Yes, that magical time has arrived again — school holidays — when children’s excitement reaches solar levels while parents’ patience begins its slow, smoky evaporation. For kids, holidays mean freedom. For parents,... Continue Reading →
Have you ever stared at your laptop screen wondering — “Is this spreadsheet slowly stealing my soul?”Or maybe caught yourself replying to office emails while half-asleep, accidentally ending a message to your mom with “Warm regards.”If yes, congratulations — you’re officially a working professional. That rare breed of human who can survive back-to-back meetings, juggle... Continue Reading →
What's something you would attempt if you were guaranteed not to fail. If failure packed its bags and left for a long vacation, I’d probably start with something grand—like opening a cozy little café by the beach that serves both cappuccinos and conversations. I’d call it “Brewed Ideas.” People would come for coffee but stay... Continue Reading →
What was the hardest personal goal you've set for yourself? For years, my toughest personal goal was to lose weight. I battled with scales, salads, and self-promises that began every Monday and ended by Wednesday. The real enemy wasn’t the extra kilos — it was my inner procrastinator and her partner-in-crime, inconsistency. I was a... Continue Reading →
Who are your favorite artists? When someone asks, “Who are your favorite artists?”, my mind doesn’t just stop at painters or singers — it starts doing a joyful cartwheel through every form of art. Because honestly, how can you choose between Raja Ravi Varma’s regal strokes, A.R. Rahman’s soul-touching tunes, M.F. Husain’s bold horses, or... Continue Reading →
What is your favorite hobby or pastime? There was a time when my hobbies sounded poetic — reading novels, writing reflections, sipping coffee while contemplating life’s mysteries. Now? My favorite pastime is… taking a nap. And no, I’m not being lazy; I’m being realistic.Once upon a time, sleep was something I fought against as a... Continue Reading →
What would you do if you lost all your possessions? If I lost all my possessions, I’d probably start by staring blankly into space, wondering if karma took “minimalism” too literally. After the initial drama—imagine slow-motion tears and background violins—I’d take a deep breath and whisper, “Alright life, challenge accepted.”They say, “The things you own... Continue Reading →
What's a topic or issue about which you’ve changed your mind? For years, I believed a spotless house was the mark of a successful woman. The floors had to shine, the cushions must sit perfectly, and toys were supposed to live in their designated boxes (not under my feet). My mantra was simple — “Clean... Continue Reading →
Tell us about a time when you felt out of place. I have always considered myself a social butterfly, fluttering from one conversation to another with ease. But when I moved to my current place, that butterfly suddenly felt more like a moth circling a lamp that didn’t want me.The ladies around me already had... Continue Reading →
Your life without a computer: what does it look like? If computers suddenly vanished from my life, the first impact would be on my work. Since my job revolves around screens, emails, and endless tabs, I’d probably stare at my desk for a while wondering, “Now what?” No quick reports, no online meetings, no late-night... Continue Reading →
What skill would you like to learn? If life were a stage, I would be the one holding a guitar in one hand and a pen in the other—strumming, scribbling, and occasionally wondering which string snapped first, my patience or the guitar’s.Learning the guitar has always tempted me, not because I dream of becoming the... Continue Reading →
What details of your life could you pay more attention to? Some people say life is all about balance. I nod wisely when I hear it, but in reality, my balance often looks less like a Zen yoga pose and more like a circus act where the juggler keeps dropping balls. Between office deadlines and... Continue Reading →
What's your #1 priority tomorrow? If you ask me what my number one priority tomorrow is, I won’t say deadlines, laundry, or even the never-ending “Mom, where’s my…?” hunt. My answer is simple—my mental and physical health. Why? Because I’ve realized that a happy me equals a happy home. There’s a saying, “A happy mom... Continue Reading →
In what ways does hard work make you feel fulfilled? When I look at my day, it often feels like a marathon with no water breaks. From office deadlines to household chaos to the endless “Mammaaaa, where’s my…?” moments, hard work has made itself my forever companion. But strangely, instead of dragging me down, it... Continue Reading →
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