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Nish

Voracious reader, vegetarian foodie, mostly armchair traveler, and frequent online shopper. I love to talk about all these passions (and other things happening in my life) in this blog.

    The Bastard of Istanbul by Elif Shafak 7.8
    Books, Historical Fiction04/05<04/05

    The Bastard of Istanbul: Echoes of the Past

    I loved The Island of Missing Trees, which is about the conflict between Greeks and Turks in Cyprus. I then started digging around for…

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    Books, Literary Fiction03/29<03/29

    Tom Lake Book Review: A Story of Love and Memory

    This is the book I chose to take with me on a long flight. I’ve never read Ann Patchett before, and so it was…

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    Travel03/26<03/26

    Wrocław Dwarves: The Little Guardians of the City

    If you ever find yourself walking through the charming streets of Wrocław and suddenly spot a tiny bronze figure peeking out from behind a…

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    Wellness03/25<03/25

    Embracing Compassionate Living in Dorchester’s Care Homes

    Dorchester, a charming market town in Dorset, is home to a range of care homes dedicated to providing high-quality care for the elderly. As…

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    Scattered Showers by Rainbow Rowell 7.9
    Books, Chick-lit, Fantasy / Mythology, LGBTQIA, Short stories, Young Adult03/20<03/29

    Scattered Showers Review: Love and Romance

    I had gifted Scattered Showers by Rainbow Rowell as a birthday present to my daughter a couple of years ago. Last week while cleaning…

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    Travel, United Kingdom03/13<07/25

    Exploring Beckenham

    It’s been a crazy couple of weeks here in London. Running around sorting out rentals and bank formalities, understanding the transport system and tax…

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    Life Updates03/09<03/05

    Cheers from London

    I am now one week into our move to London, and things have been crazy, in a good way mostly. Contrary to what everyone…

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    Spin Your Way to Fun: How Free Slots Games Bring Joy
    Others03/08<03/08

    Spin Your Way to Fun: How Free Slots Games Bring Joy

    The vibrant lights and exciting sounds of slot machines have captivated millions of people worldwide. These games of chance provide not only an opportunity…

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    Wellness03/05<07/16

    Top Safety Measures Every Aged Care Home Should Implement

    Caring for the elderly requires a well-structured approach to safety. Aged care homes must prioritise measures that prevent accidents, enhance comfort, and ensure a…

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    The Ultimate Checklist for Moving an Elderly Loved One into Your Home
    Family, Home02/25<02/25

    The Ultimate Checklist for Moving an Elderly Loved One into Your Home

    Moving an elderly loved one into your home is a sign of caring and commitment, but it’s also a task that comes with significant…

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      Yeah, we are pretty confident we can pay off this house regardless of my job situation. We kept our budget low, and live in a quiet, semi-rural area. It helps…
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      Congrats on the new house. I admire your courage in taking this step amid job insecurity but it does seem like the right choice. Condolences on the loss of Coco.…
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      Looks like I should watch The Americans. Yours is the second comment here raving about it. I think your mum can be excused. I keep lecturing my daughter about the…

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