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. ☕💭
What Olympic sports do you enjoy watching the most? I’m not much of a sports person. In fact, if watching Olympic sports was an event, I’d win gold in “Selective Spectating.” Once every four years, the world unites over high jumps and long dives while I unite with my couch wondering, “Is this the one... Continue Reading →
How would you improve your community? They say, “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” But let’s be honest—sometimes, we just want to binge-watch a series while the world improves itself.Still, community improvement doesn’t require a cape or dramatic background music. It starts with small, quirky, everyday actions.1. Smile—Even If It Confuses... Continue Reading →
How have you adapted to the changes brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic? Covid-19 was the uninvited guest that turned our homes into offices, classrooms, and 24/7 snack stations. It was the ultimate crash course in multitasking—balancing work deadlines while supervising online classes and making sure the Wi-Fi didn’t betray us. "Life isn’t about waiting... Continue Reading →
What are your morning rituals? What does the first hour of your day look like? They say, "Win the morning, win the day." But what if the morning wins you? My first hour is less like a well-rehearsed symphony and more like a jazz band where every instrument plays at its own pace, yet somehow,... Continue Reading →
Which aspects do you think makes a person unique? Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and thought, “Wow, I’m just another human among 8 billion”? Well, let me stop you right there. You are as unique as a fingerprint at a crime scene—no two alike (unless, of course, you are part of... Continue Reading →
If you could have something named after you, what would it be? What if one day, someone casually mentioned Sharon's name, not because she tripped over her own feet or spilled coffee on her laptop (again), but because something truly meaningful carried her legacy forward? Ah, the sheer joy of hearing: "Welcome to the Sharon... Continue Reading →
What makes you laugh? Very good question! In our busy schedules, we often forget how to laugh. Between deadlines, responsibilities, and pretending we like green smoothies, laughter takes a backseat. But let’s be honest—nothing beats a hearty, uncontrollable, face-cramping laugh. "Laughter is an instant vacation." – Milton Berle. Sometimes, a good comedy movie or a... Continue Reading →
When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up? At three, I declared with the conviction of a seasoned expert, "I will be a doctor!" By five, I had the stethoscope (plastic, of course) and the white coat (courtesy of my school’s fancy dress competition). If dreams had degrees, I... Continue Reading →
What’s something most people don’t understand? Once upon a time, in a land not so far away—let’s call it Earth—people possessed a magical ability called empathy. It allowed them to feel what others felt, understand pain without experiencing it firsthand, and offer kindness without expecting a return. But alas, as the world became faster, louder,... Continue Reading →
How has technology changed your job? Once upon a time, my job involved stacks of papers, sticky notes plastered on every surface, and that classic, satisfying thwack of a stamp on a document. Fast forward to today, my work life has morphed into a digital circus, with multiple tabs, endless notifications, and the ever-dreaded "You’re... Continue Reading →
How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? For years, I was a certified "yes" person — the go-to for favors, last-minute plans, and rescuing doomed group projects. If someone asked me to write their notes or cook a meal they liked, my reflexive "sure!" often left me wondering... Continue Reading →
What's a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had? Have you ever been in a situation where you desperately wished you could read someone's mind? I have — more times than I can count.Imagine this: My kids are unusually quiet, a rare and suspicious event. I ask, "What's going on?" and they... Continue Reading →
What is your favorite type of weather? "Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there is really no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather." — John Ruskin Isn't it fascinating how the sky shifts moods? Each weather has its own charm — a gentle... Continue Reading →
Who was your most influential teacher? Why? They say, "Life is the best teacher; it gives you the test first and the lesson later." Indeed, every dawn brings a fresh lesson, whether through unexpected challenges or quiet realizations. But my classroom isn't limited to life's unpredictabilities—my children, with their boundless curiosity and tantrums, are profound... Continue Reading →
What do you wish you could do more every day? In the hustle and bustle of daily life, there are days when I wish I could hit the pause button and savor more moments with my children. I mean, wouldn't it be nice to have an extra hour magically appear each day? An extra hour... Continue Reading →
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