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. ☕💭
Describe the most ambitious DIY project you've ever taken on. Some people dream of building empires; I, at the age of 17, dreamt of knitting an entire dress. And not just any dress—a pristine white baptism set for my baby sister. Two months, countless stitches, and a few near meltdowns later, the dress was ready.... Continue Reading →
If you could permanently ban a word from general usage, which one would it be? Why? If I had the power to permanently ban a word from general usage, it would be "should." A tiny word with enormous weight, "should" sneaks into conversations, advice, and inner dialogues like an overbearing life coach you never hired."You... Continue Reading →
What is the biggest challenge you will face in the next six months? "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." – Albert Einstein The next six months are my version of an extreme sport—balancing work, kids’ exams, and holidays without having a mini-meltdown. March is the month of... Continue Reading →
What advice would you give to your teenage self? Dear Teenage Me,I know you won’t listen, but hey, let’s pretend for a moment that you will. First things first, give some importance to yourself. That pimple on your nose is not the end of the world, and neither is that embarrassing moment in class. "You... Continue Reading →
What bores you? Life is a beautiful melody, but sometimes, it gets stuck on repeat. The same routine, the same tasks, the same conversations—monotony creeps in like an uninvited guest. While some find comfort in predictability, for others, it’s the slow death of excitement. As Mark Twain wisely said, “The secret of getting ahead is... Continue Reading →
What is your favorite drink? If you ask me how many cups of coffee I drink a day, the answer is simple—until my mom shouts. That’s the universal caffeine limit, isn’t it?Coffee has been my first love, my wake-up call, my liquid motivation. “Behind every successful person is a substantial amount of coffee,” and I... Continue Reading →
Who are your favorite people to be around? They say, "Good friends are like stars. You don’t always see them, but you know they’re always there." I couldn’t agree more. My family is my world, but my friends? They are the chaos in my otherwise structured life, the therapists I don’t pay, and the stress... Continue Reading →
Tell us about your favorite pair of shoes, and where they’ve taken you. “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” – and in my case, that step was taken in a pair of Khadim’s shoes.A few years ago, I stumbled upon the comfiest pair of shoes ever. It was love at... Continue Reading →
Share one of the best gifts you've ever received. They say, "The greatest gifts are not wrapped in paper but in love." Looking back, I realize how true this is. I have received many gifts—small and big, expensive and simple—but what makes them precious is the thought, love, and memories attached to them.Since childhood, my... Continue Reading →
Write about your approach to budgeting. They say, "A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went." And yet, every month, I find myself asking, “Where did it go?”Budgeting is like dieting—you start with good intentions, make a solid plan, and then somewhere in between, temptation takes over. One... Continue Reading →
Are you patriotic? What does being patriotic mean to you? "Love for the country isn’t in grand speeches; it’s in small, everyday choices that uplift its people." Patriotism is a funny thing. Some think it’s about waving flags and singing the national anthem with tears in their eyes. Others believe it’s about debating policies, questioning... Continue Reading →
Have you ever unintentionally broken the law? I take pride in being a law-abiding citizen—never intentionally or unintentionally breaking any rules. Well… almost never.One day, my friend and I were driving, and as usual, I was in full storytelling mode. The conversation was so gripping that my friend, completely absorbed, missed the red signal. And... Continue Reading →
If there were a biography about you, what would the title be? Life, as I see it, is a delightful mix of surprises—sometimes a rainbow, sometimes a rollercoaster. But whether I’m soaring high or holding on for dear life, I’ve learned one thing: Enjoy the ride!“Positivity is a choice,” and I choose it even when... Continue Reading →
What were your parents doing at your age? They say history repeats itself, but wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could replay it just once? If I had the power to rewind time, I’d go straight to my mother’s life when she was my age—watching, learning, and maybe even sneaking in a little advice (not... Continue Reading →
If you had the power to change one law, what would it be and why? Interesting question. If I had the power to change one law, I would rewrite the tax policy! I work hard for a full month, dedicating my energy, sacrificing time with family, skipping weekend naps, and surviving endless meetings. Then, salary... Continue Reading →
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