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. ☕💭
“Holidays are like snowflakes — beautiful for kids, but they melt parents’ sanity.” The last school bell rings. Backpacks fly. Children cheer. Parents… panic.Yes, that magical time has arrived again — school holidays — when children’s excitement reaches solar levels while parents’ patience begins its slow, smoky evaporation. For kids, holidays mean freedom. For parents,... Continue Reading →
Have you ever stared at your laptop screen wondering — “Is this spreadsheet slowly stealing my soul?”Or maybe caught yourself replying to office emails while half-asleep, accidentally ending a message to your mom with “Warm regards.”If yes, congratulations — you’re officially a working professional. That rare breed of human who can survive back-to-back meetings, juggle... Continue Reading →
Ever felt mentally exhausted despite doing “nothing”? Like your brain is running the Delhi Marathon while your body’s just lying on the sofa watching Koffee with Karan reruns? You're not alone—mental health isn't just about avoiding breakdowns; it's about building daily habits that help you thrive, not just survive.We do yoga for the body, but... Continue Reading →
Describe a random encounter with a stranger that stuck out positively to you. They say life teaches the best lessons outside the classroom. But on one Teacher’s Day in grade 10, I learned something even my textbooks couldn’t capture — a syllabus-free chapter on kindness, taught by a stranger whose name I never knew.The morning... 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 →
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 →
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 →
You get some great, amazingly fantastic news. What’s the first thing you do? The moment you hear fantastic news—be it a dream job, a long-awaited success, or a simple yet sweet surprise—what’s the first thing you do? Some might scream, others might jump in joy, but for me, the answer is simple: Praise God! “Gratitude... Continue Reading →
What books do you want to read? Books are magical portals, aren’t they? They transport us to different worlds, fill our minds with knowledge, and our hearts with emotions. After all, as Jorge Luis Borges said, "I have always imagined that paradise will be a kind of library."Every genre offers its own unique treasure. Fiction... Continue Reading →
Write about a few of your favorite family traditions. Traditions aren’t just rituals; they’re about love, laughter, and memories shared together. In our family, the Monti Feast on September 8th is one such cherished tradition. Celebrated by Mangalorean Catholics, it marks Mother Mary’s birthday and expresses gratitude for nature’s bountiful harvest. This feast is more... Continue Reading →
What do you enjoy doing most in your leisure time? Ah, leisure time—the mythical unicorn of adulthood. Once upon a time, I would curl up with a book, penning down my thoughts, feeling like a modern-day Jane Austen. But now? Leisure, my dear, has rebranded itself as “naptime.”Whenever I find a rare pocket of time,... Continue Reading →
List five things you do for fun. Life, as they say, is what happens while you’re busy making plans—or in my case, while my kids are busy turning the house upside down. Between balancing work, kids, and fleeting moments of peace, I’ve discovered a few things that bring joy to my life. Let me take... Continue Reading →
If you could un-invent something, what would it be? If I could un-invent something, it would be the concept of comparison. The constant urge to measure ourselves against others has quietly infiltrated our lives, shaping our self-worth and stealing our happiness. Imagine a world where people flourish not by comparing themselves but by embracing their... Continue Reading →
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