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. ☕💭
Do you play in your daily life? What says “playtime” to you? Life is busy. Between juggling work, family, and chores, play often gets relegated to the sidelines. But for me, playtime is essential—a little oasis to unwind, laugh, and connect.Now, let me be honest: my version of "play" isn't exactly running around a field... Continue Reading →
What are your biggest challenges? Life is a beautiful paradox. It offers both sunshine and storms, teaching us to grow, adapt, and sometimes laugh at our own predicaments. Challenges are not roadblocks but signposts pointing us toward personal growth.Take consistency in exercise, for instance. Every New Year starts with the declaration, “This is my fitness... Continue Reading →
What makes you feel nostalgic? Nostalgia is that unexpected guest who rings your doorbell uninvited yet is always welcome. It sneaks in with a whiff of an old book or the jingling notes of a childhood tune. Suddenly, you’re back in your mom’s kitchen, wearing mismatched socks, waiting impatiently for her to serve steaming hot... Continue Reading →
What relationships have a positive impact on you? Relationships are the lifeblood of our existence, weaving together the tapestry of our lives with love, trust, and shared moments. They ground us, lift us, and sometimes even hilariously frustrate us, but at the core, they define who we are.As a daughter and granddaughter, I’ve learned the... Continue Reading →
If you started a sports team, what would the colors and mascot be? If I ever started a sports team, its colors would be turquoise blue and white, symbolizing calm determination mixed with a splash of sky-high ambition. Turquoise, after all, is the color of tropical waters and vibrant ideas – perfect for a team... Continue Reading →
How have your political views changed over time? Politics, they say, is the art of the possible, but for me, it has always been the art of avoiding awkward dinner table debates. Growing up, I viewed politics as a distant drama, something adults whispered about when the kids were busy ruining the furniture. Today, I... Continue Reading →
You get to build your perfect space for reading and writing. What’s it like? They say, “A room without books is like a body without a soul.” Now imagine a body, soul, and a heart so full that it spills over into a cozy nook! That’s my dream space—a mini-library in my home where stories... Continue Reading →
What is your all time favorite automobile? When it comes to automobiles, people often glorify Lamborghinis, Rolls Royces, or Teslas. But for me, the humble auto rickshaw🛺🛺🛺🛺🛺🛺—yes, the three-wheeled marvel—is the true king of the road. It doesn’t boast a roaring engine or sleek aerodynamics, but it carries stories, heated arguments over fare, and occasionally,... Continue Reading →
How are you creative? How am I creative? Well, let’s just say creativity and I share a cozy bond—though, like all relationships, it’s a little complicated. I know I am creative; I mean, how else do you explain the “out-of-the-box” ideas that sneak into my head while I’m shampooing my hair? But if you ask... Continue Reading →
Who are the biggest influences in your life? Have you ever met someone who unknowingly leaves an imprint on your mind, not by their name but by their actions? I find myself constantly inspired by such encounters. It’s not people who influence me; it’s their behaviours that echo in my thoughts long after.Take assertiveness, for... Continue Reading →
Share what you know about the year you were born. Ah, 1985—a glorious mix of chaos, creativity, and cosmic brilliance. Sure, some world-changing events happened, but let’s not sugarcoat it: the highlight? I was born.As someone wise once said, "Great things often start quietly... unless you were the baby keeping everyone awake in 1985, like... Continue Reading →
Are you a good judge of character? Judging a person’s character is like reading a book with missing pages—you think you’ve got the plot, but there’s always room for a twist. Am I an expert in this? Hardly. But I can say this: my intuitions are often right. Mostly. Probably. Okay, let’s go with “most... Continue Reading →
When are you most happy? Happiness is a dish best served on a plate! Among the myriad things that bring me joy, good, delicious food tops the list. Whether it's the aroma of a freshly baked cake or the spicy tang of street-side chaat, food has this magical ability to turn my frown into a... Continue Reading →
What was the last thing you did for play or fun? I sat there, staring into the void, asking myself a question I hadn’t thought about in ages: When was the last time I truly had fun? Not the kind of fun where I pretend to be a dinosaur for my kids or play referee... Continue Reading →
List your top 5 grocery store items. What’s common between eggs, paneer, pulses, nuts, and chocolate? They’re not just groceries; they’re the Avengers of my kitchen! Each has a unique superpower that keeps my household running smoother than a sitcom mom’s day.First up, eggs. They’re the superheroes of quick meals—scrambled, boiled, or sunny-side-up, they always... Continue Reading →
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