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A resilient woman - The first face comes to my mind. We all have struggles, they look different and feel very different. But we are in some kind of hardship. But some events make some of us different, more resilient than others for sure. When I was reading some of this contest's posts, some faces were automatically popping into my head. I have seen them go through a lot but they are still standing strong. They are the everyday women, who live around us and their life…
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One Vivid Dream! *He was standing right there but she couldn't reach her. She screamed loud and clear but her voice couldn't reach her. He never looked back. She saw him leave the place...* She felt like she missed the last chance, she would never make it again to leave with him. She lost every hope and now she has to live her old life. *Is he a rescuer?* *Or, he was an old lover of hers?... They both were in love long ago, they went on their separate life path. But now it…
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Nature will always have something pleasant to surprise us! There are so many things around us, that seem like I never noticed before. Is it me or it happens to everyone? For example, the water hyacinth; looks so pure and fresh, and the green is so vibrant, it amazed me. Or the red dragonfly that surprised us with its sudden visit. Last month, when we were on a day tour with our family in a park; we found a mini pond at the entrance. That was not much decorative but nature…
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A powerful walk in Nature. Forest bathing! Breathing fresh is not what I can experience every day. And having a gentle mindful walk for hours doesn't happen in many many years. Oh! I wish I could live near a forest! Fortunately, I recently had the chance. I wish I could have a backyard like this! *The greenery, the pathway to the forest is what I would live for. The sensory immersion in the forest and natural healing environment works as an automatic well-being booster. A…
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The story of Mountain and Cloud! I have been to the mountain top for the last couple of days. It's called the queen of Hills & Roofs of Bangladesh. It was on my bucket list for many years, and I finally made it there. The valley is 2,000 feet above sea level. When I'm writing this post, sitting at my work desk, it feels like a dream. Even after experiencing the sea of the cloud, I can't believe I really witnessed the beauty. 5.11 AM and we were waiting for the sunrise. It…
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Cafe with a Playzone - Like it or hate it? Marshmallow Cafe & Playzone is one of my go-to places. This restaurant is not popular for its food but kid's play zone. If I talk honestly then I have to approve that I didn't like the idea of how they charge extra to play for only one hour. There are many restaurants available nearby that offer this same service for free. But it's true that their play area is much bigger and has different rides. So we have no option but to visit…
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Alone time for kids - How do I introduce it to my son? Being alone is a positive and natural state. I guess we all know that there's a huge difference between being alone and loneliness. The thing is when it comes to kids or even a teenager, we fear their alone time. We ask them repeatedly if they are feeling lonely if they want a friend to come over or want to go outside. I believe having some alone time comes with a huge benefit. I have crosschecked this with researchers…
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A pure modern-day Bangladeshi wedding! Our Wedding means a huge family get-together, having different programs for several days. It's full of color and food, obviously. One of my female friends got married recently. I had the opportunity to attend their wedding. It was not like our traditional wedding though. But the day was sure full of joy. Before sharing the wedding story, let me tell you briefly about our wedding culture. A Bangladeshi wedding means at least three…
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I live by their compliments, then die from their criticism! It's always nice to be generous. We are for each other. But when it comes to our personal lives, there is constantly some equation to solve. Because our journey of life is well influenced by who we depend on, how much we build trust in relationships, etc. **“For everyone, you create to be dependent on you, you are equally dependent on them. Neither relationship is healthy.” ― Alan Cohen.** This is where I put my…
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A Day at the Proyash Park. | The excellent Riverside view! **Visiting an amusement park on a very sunny day was not a good idea until I reached there.** Proyash Park is popular for its natural beauty. On one side of it flows the calm, majestic, and serene river Ghagat. That boosts the view of this park hundreds of times better. But who knows we would be the only guest in that awkward time! But I immensely enjoyed exploring the whole park together with my son. *This park is…
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Walking along the mighty river. This is what makes me smile. Walking along the riverbank works as medicine. Spending time on the river bank was so relaxing and refreshing. One of the major attractions of our rural area is the river. There's nothing specific to explore. But the surrounding life and the refreshing view are enough to make the trip unforgettable. I recently got the chance to explore the mighty Saniajan River. *Saniajan River is located in the northwestern part…
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Exploring the Betel Leaf and Areca nut Garden or I should say a mini Forest!! **Betel leaf and Areca nut are important cash crops in rural Bangladesh. These tropical plants mostly grow together, in the backyard or on farms in rural areas.** *You may have heard that our locals consume them together daily. If you see the red strain on the teeth of natives, you know that's from chewing betel and nuts!* I had the opportunity to explore the betel leaf and areca nut garden in…
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The remarkable architecture of the School & College premises where I Studied for 12 years! **"Time changes everything except something within us which is always surprised by change."** I visited my school and college premises after almost 10 years, which reminded me of the quote I shared above. It looked so different from every angle. I couldn't recall where our class used to hold. Though some of the old buildings are the same. But the premises looks very modern in general.…
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The Values we carry, the prices we pay! **Values are like lighthouses, they are signals giving us direction, meaning, and purpose.** Personal values are embedded into every priority decision we engage in. It's a moral compass that guides us to choose the right path. Consciously or unconsciously, we create so many values. Our life experiences, social conditioning, family guidance, and different events; all help to form our values in such a way that we upheld them in our life.…
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Visiting the historical Isa Khan's Palace and the Museum. ***Sonargaon Zamindar Bari*** *aka* ***Isa Khan's palace****, also known as* ***Sardar Bari*** *is part of our history and culture. People not only visit this to enjoy the architectural beauty of the palace but also there are two folk and craft Musume and a selling point. That draws many tourists each year to Bangladesh.* *A little bit of history for the content.* Sonargaon was the old capital of Bangla during the…
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A very own Life Mantra that motivates & guides me Getting affirmation from the inner self is a significant achievement. Not everyone can talk about feelings to themselves. Sounds obvious, right? For many, it's the hardest thing. Accepting ourselves, building a bond, and motivating ourselves without any outside force is not something that comes automatically for everyone. Some like me learn it the hard way. **The gentle, positive voice from our inner self, the ability to call…
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A chaotic shopping experience. Isn't it feel great if you get to shop retail at a wholesale price? The right place to do so is Gausia Market! From trendy clothes to shoes, from jewelry to cosmetics; everything is available there at a very reasonable price. Gausia Market is very popular for its great selection of fashion products. It's one of the largest in our country also. If you are looking for affordable products, this is the best place to come. *One of my friends…
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One of my scary Parenthood Moments! Parents feel the pain of their children. We feel our kid's feelings, their exhaustion. A new mom knows how it feels to see her little one suffer. Even if they grow old, the feelings are almost the same. I can say that safely when I see my mom. No one said parenthood would be an easy journey but there comes something that we never prepared for. I believe, every parent has some story to tell, something that let them go speechless, and feel…