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 tattoo do you want and where would you put it? I've always believed tattoos should carry a story — a blend of meaning, memory, and a little mischief. My first tattoo, a delicate heart with an "S" nestled inside, was inked during my college days when life was a mix of dreams and daring... Continue Reading →
What is one word that describes you? Life is a rollercoaster, and I am the rider who clutches the safety bar at the dips yet throws my hands up and laughs at the peaks. If I had to choose one word to define myself, it would be resilient—the art of adapting, bouncing back, and finding... Continue Reading →
What was the best compliment you've received? Who doesn’t love compliments? They are like little sprinkles of joy that brighten our day and keep us moving forward. While I have received many wonderful compliments, the one that stands out is when my friends call me the best motivator. “Encouragement is oxygen for the soul.” –... Continue Reading →
You’re going on a cross-country trip. Airplane, train, bus, car, or bike? There’s something inherently poetic about travel. It’s not just about the miles but the moments—the unexpected detours, the peculiar strangers, the quiet epiphanies. If I were to cross the country, what would be my chosen chariot? Plane, train, bus, car, or bike? Each... Continue Reading →
Who is the most confident person you know? Confidence is a funny thing—it’s not a one-size-fits-all trait. It’s situational, ever-changing, and often unpredictable. A person who commands a boardroom with ease may fumble when faced with a room full of toddlers. A fearless traveler may hesitate when making a life-changing decision. “Confidence is not ‘they... Continue Reading →
What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings? Negative feelings are like uninvited guests at a party—they show up unannounced, refuse to leave, and sometimes even eat all the cake. But instead of letting them ruin the fun, why not learn to dance with them?A friend once told me, “After every night, there... Continue Reading →
What activities do you lose yourself in? They say time flies when you're having fun. But have you ever been so engrossed in something that time doesn’t just fly—it disappears? That’s the magic of losing yourself in an activity you love.For me, three things do the trick: reading, writing, and my latest obsession—designing posters. Each... Continue Reading →
"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 →
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