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. ☕💭
"The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence." — Denis Waitley Imagine this: You lovingly hand your child a cookie, and—uh-oh—it’s broken. Suddenly, the world is ending. Tears, tantrums, maybe even dramatic flailing on the floor. You stand there, cookie in hand, wondering, "Is this... Continue Reading →
What movies or TV series have you watched more than 5 times? Some movies aren’t just films; they are emotions, time machines that transport us to a world of nostalgia, love, and laughter. While many watch a movie once and move on, some of us—true cinephiles—find comfort in revisiting them over and over again, like... Continue Reading →
Are you superstitious? Superstition is like that nosy neighbor who always has an opinion about your life—often absurd, occasionally amusing, and rarely accurate. From black cats crossing your path to never sweeping the house at night (because, of course, your wealth will fly out with the dust), these beliefs have tiptoed through generations, refusing to... Continue Reading →
Which animal would you compare yourself to and why? If I had to compare myself to an animal, I’d be a dolphin—graceful on the surface, but paddling like crazy underneath. Dolphins are intelligent, social, and playful, yet fiercely protective of their pod. Sounds familiar? That’s motherhood in a nutshell!Like dolphins, I navigate life’s unpredictable waves,... Continue Reading →
Write a letter to your 100-year-old self. Dear 100-Year-Old Me,Well, well, well… Look who made it to a full century! Either you’ve unlocked some secret superpower, or modern medicine has outdone itself. But let’s be honest—there was always something stubborn about you. Even time probably gave up arguing with you and just let you be.First... Continue Reading →
Where would you go on a shopping spree? If I ever got the golden ticket to a shopping spree, my choices would be as unpredictable as my kids' moods—one moment a bookstore, the next a clothing store, and maybe even a sneaky visit to a cozy café (because shopping burns calories, right?). “Whoever said money... Continue Reading →
What is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance? They say a name carries the essence of a person, and my middle name, Clara, feels like a little gift wrapped in meaning. Derived from the Latin word "clarus," meaning "clear," "bright," or "famous," Clara isn’t just a name—it’s a personality in itself. It... Continue Reading →
What is the last thing you learned? Life is full of surprises, and so is learning. The last thing I learned wasn’t from a book, a podcast, or an expert—it came from an unexpected source: my three-year-old throwing a tantrum over a banana.Yes, you read that right. She wanted a peeled banana but refused to... Continue Reading →
What is one question you hate to be asked? Explain. There are many questions I dislike, but the top spot goes to anything related to weight. It’s as if my body is a topic for open debate, and people just can’t resist asking: "How much weight did you lose?""Are you working out?""You should be more... Continue Reading →
From doodling on walls to sketching on paper, my little artist has come a long way! And now, at just 11 years old, she has created a customized 2025 calendar with her own pencil sketches—and it’s out for sale! Yes, my little entrepreneur is making waves, one masterpiece at a time.But this isn’t just any... Continue Reading →
Ash Wednesday arrives like that one strict teacher from school—reminding us to behave, reflect, and straighten up our act. It’s the official start of Lent, a season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. But let’s be honest: while some people take it super seriously, others just try to survive without chocolate or coffee for 40 days... Continue Reading →
How has a failure, or apparent failure, set you up for later success? From childhood, I have been an eternal optimist. I never give up, always giving my best shot with 100% of what I can do.As a child, I once tried building a sandcastle so grand that it could rival the pyramids. But the... Continue Reading →
You're writing your autobiography. What's your opening sentence? "I never planned to write an autobiography, but life—being the mischievous storyteller it is—whispered, ‘Why not?’"Life has a funny way of unfolding. One moment, you’re a child dreaming of grand adventures, and the next, you’re an adult wondering how your biggest thrill of the day was finding... Continue Reading →
What are three objects you couldn't live without? If you asked me what I absolutely can’t live without, I’d say air, water, and Wi-Fi (because let’s be honest, no internet feels like modern-day exile). But when it comes to material objects, the truth is—everything has an expiration date. Things wear out, get lost, or become... Continue Reading →
What experiences in life helped you grow the most? Life is a relentless teacher, throwing us lessons when we least expect them—sometimes in the form of opportunities, other times as challenges, and occasionally as embarrassing moments we’d rather forget. But hey, what’s growth without a little discomfort? Lesson 1: Independence is Power “Rely on yourself,... Continue Reading →
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