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 brings you peace? Peace. Such a short word for such a vast feeling. Some find it in mountains, others in meditation, but I often find it in the most unexpected corners of my everyday life.Take, for example, the bliss of hearing someone say, “Thanks, Sharon, for listening.” That’s not just a polite phrase; it’s... Continue Reading →
What's the most money you've ever spent on a meal? Was it worth it? If someone ever interrogates me with the classic question, “Where did your salary vanish this month?” — I’ll confidently point to my satisfied stomach and say, “On food, of course!”Yes, clothes fade, gadgets get outdated, but memories made over a plate... Continue Reading →
If you were forced to wear one outfit over and over again, what would it be? First of all, let’s set the record straight—nobody can force me to wear anything. Not even fashion police or that overly opinionated aunty at weddings who thinks my wardrobe needs divine intervention. But if the world suddenly turned into... Continue Reading →
There’s a kind of music that doesn’t clamor for attention. It doesn’t rise in pitch or beg for applause. It hums in the background—steady, reliable, and warm. That music is a father’s love. And Father’s Day is the rare moment we pause to truly hear it.A father is not always the loudest cheerleader. Sometimes, he... Continue Reading →
List three books that have had an impact on you. Why? There are books you read, and there are books that read you. Some pages don’t just flip; they flip you. If I had to line up the literary giants that left footprints on my heart, my top three would be: The Bible, The Monk... Continue Reading →
When is the last time you took a risk? How did it work out? There are two types of people in this world—those who gracefully glide through life like Olympic swimmers, and those who stand at the edge of the pool, calculating how much water their splash will displace. I belonged to the latter category…... Continue Reading →
What is your favorite restaurant? When people talk about their favorite restaurant, the names often roll off like a celebrity guest list—"Taj, ITC, Olive, Truffles..." But ask me, and I’ll point you in a different direction. No fancy lights. No menu card. No valet parking. Just a regular home kitchen and a chef who never... Continue Reading →
Ever wonder what your child will remember most about their childhood?It probably won’t be the expensive toys or the picture-perfect birthday party. It might just be the time you let them stay up five extra minutes to chase fireflies… or when you wore mismatched socks just to match theirs.They say children don’t remember their best... 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have razor-sharp memory, quick wit, and an almost superhuman ability to solve problems? Is it pure luck, or are they secretly feeding their brains a magic potion? The truth is, just like our bodies, our brains need exercise too! We spend a fortune on skincare, gym... Continue Reading →
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