Diwali Day - More Laughter, More Fun

The next day, even though we were all so tired from the big celebration before, we still kept the festive spirit going. We continued the fun with good company, lots of chit-chat, and some friendly Nintendo challenges that brought out everyone’s competitive side.

It was relaxed, cozy, and full of laughter — the perfect way to wrap up a beautiful festive weekend.

Diwali Birthday Double Dhamaka

This year, we decided to celebrate Diwali together with my daughter, Perleen’s birthday since her big day fell just one day before the festival. It felt special combining both occasions, and honestly, it made the whole celebration even more meaningful.

Last year’s Diwali was unforgettable — I took the kids on a train ride all the way to Kangar, Perlis. It was such an adventure! A proper Bhoot Diwali story that I should really write about someday to keep those memories alive.

But this year… this year we had a proper DHAMAKA.

We made cookies together — which of course ended in flour everywhere but also lots of laughter. We had games, excitement, and a house full of cheerful chaos.

We also had our family, relatives, friends, work friends, and even the kids’ school friends join us. The house was bursting with joy, noise, and so much love — just the way Diwali should feel. We even catered food, so no stress… just good vibes and great food.

And then came the highlight — the birthday cake for our little Perleen, surrounded by family and friends, candles, and big smiles. Her cake had an accident, Rumi was on fire!!! More drama... but the Demon Hunters rocked!!!

Delicious Cake by Kul Cakes.

Kids also enjoyed the party games. Thank you to my sister, Jusprith to help in that!

Mummies also know how to party ok...

Most importantly, thank God it didn’t rain. Waheguru truly blessed us with a beautiful day filled with light, warmth, and togetherness. After the crowd subsided, the kids continued on playing fireworks.

A celebration of Diwali, a celebration of life, and a celebration of our sweet girl growing another year older — truly, a day to remember.

India Women’s Cricket Team: From Fighting Spirits to World Champions

What a historic, heart-stopping, unforgettable moment for India — our women’s cricket team has finally lifted the World Cup trophy, and the entire nation is celebrating with pride, joy, and immense admiration.

Picture taken from Frontline

This victory isn’t just about winning a championship.
It’s about the journey, the struggles, and the incredible rise of women’s cricket in India.

A Journey Years in the Making

For decades, the Indian women’s team has been pushing boundaries, breaking stereotypes, and proving time and again that they deserve to stand shoulder to shoulder with the world’s best.

From the early years when facilities were limited, opportunities were fewer, and recognition was scarce — these women kept fighting. They played with passion, grit, and a love for the game that refused to fade.

And today, that long journey has finally reached its most beautiful milestone; India being World Champions.

Looking Back at the Rise: From Almost There to Finally Here

The journey has been long, with so many close calls along the way.

1997 & 2000 – Reaching the semifinals
2009 – Coming in third
2005 – Finishing as runners-up
2017 – Runners-up again

And now…
Champions. At last.

Every year, every match, every heartbreak built the foundation for today’s glory.

A Proud Moment for Every Indian

Watching the women lift the trophy felt emotional — not just because they won, but because they’ve come such a long way. For years, they carried the weight of expectations without the recognition they deserved. They trained harder than ever. They pushed themselves beyond limits. And today, they’ve shown the world what Indian women are capable of.

This victory is for every young girl who dreams of holding a bat, wearing the blue jersey, representing the nation. It’s proof that dreams come true — with hard work, courage, and faith.
Congratulations, India’s Golden Girls!

You’ve made history.
You’ve made us proud.
And you’ve inspired millions.

Here’s to many more victories, many more records, and a future where women’s cricket shines even brighter.

India. World Champions. Finally. And forever in our hearts.

From Passion to Purpose: Our Journey to Starting Crave4Crystals - PART 1

What started as a personal hobby between my sister and me has grown into something much bigger—a small business built from passion, curiosity, and a love for crystals.

It all began with us exploring crystals for ourselves. We were fascinated by their beauty, energy, and the variety of benefits they were said to bring. As we built our own personal collection, our passion grew. We researched endlessly about the different types of crystals, their origins, and the meanings behind each one.

Then, during the pandemic, an idea struck us: why not share our love for crystals with others by starting an online business? And just like that, the concept for our business was born. We started researching suppliers from various countries, learning to navigate the world of sourcing high-quality crystals. Some suppliers were great, while others weren’t a fit.

We made a conscious decision not to buy in bulk, even though it would have been cheaper. Instead, we wanted to curate our collection personally, choosing each crystal ourselves so that we could offer the very best to fellow crystal lovers like us.

Thus, Crave4Crystals was born. We registered our business, opened a separate bank account, and set off on this new adventure together. It wasn’t easy—since we weren’t running it full-time, we dedicated some of our evenings and weekends to growing the business and building our customer relationship.

Our Logo designed specially by our dear brother Nemo. NPphotovideo

But with determination, support from each other, and encouragement from our first customers, our small idea began to flourish. Seeing the joy our crystals brought to others reminded us why we started in the first place.

A gorgeous Pyrite Egg symbolizing abundance energy.

Lovely Ice cold looking Blue Aragonite rare and calming.

Garden Quartz, mesmerizing scene of nature bringing stability.

Today, Crave4Crystals continues to grow, fueled by the same curiosity and passion that sparked it all. And while the journey hasn’t always been easy, it’s been incredibly rewarding. We look forward to sharing our love for crystals with even more people and continuing this adventure, one crystal at a time.

Although we miss every crystal we sell, we feel blessed to have had the opportunity to spread the energy.

Returning to Writing After a Long Pause

It’s been a long time since I last sat down to write — five years, to be exact. 

Life happened. Beautiful, chaotic, exhausting, heart-filling life. 

Somewhere between marriage, kids, career and the never-ending rhythm of daily responsibilities, my creative writing took a quiet step back. Not because I stopped loving it, but because life grew louder in other ways. 

But today… something in me whispered, It’s time.

So here I am, easing myself back into blogging after years of silence. There’s a bit of nervousness, a bit of excitement, and a whole lot of “finally!” 

I’ve had so many ups and downs, so many lessons, and so many memories that never made it to this space. Maybe it’s time to walk down memory lane and capture a few of those moments before they fade. And honestly, I think restarting this blog can help me vent out some stress and simply feel good again. Writing has always been my safe outlet, and I’m ready to reconnect with that part of myself. So here’s to new beginnings, rediscovering old passions, and sharing more often. 

If you're reading this… thank you for being here as I start this journey again.