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Plants that can be grown easily in Home. Also brings Health, Harmony and Wealth

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Basil plant Basil plant (Tulsi) is a plant which is highly admired.  It must be kept in the North, East or North-east direction. In Tamilnadu, most of the people have Tulsi plants in their houses and is considered a sattvic plant, promoting purity and spirituality. Tulsi can be also used for medicinal properties and purifies the air naturally. Money plant Money plant should be kept in either the north or the east direction. It is termed as a very lucky plant and there is a belief that money plant leads to a rise in the wealth as well as income. There are different types of money plants available these days. Bamboo Bamboo tree indicates luck and peace as per old costumes. It also brings fame, prosperity and wealth.  However, these days dwarf, potted bamboo is an easily available option in the market. In olden days, you can see people having bamboo in the front of their houses. Coconut tree Coconut tree should be  placed in the courtyard of the house.  In our town (Nagercoil) coconut tre
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What brings you happiness. All the big and little things

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“Don’t rely on someone else for your happiness and self-worth. Only you can be responsible for that. If you can’t love and respect yourself – no one else will be able to make that happen. Accept who you are – completely; the good and the bad – and make changes as YOU see fit – not because you think someone else wants you to be different.” This is very true in my case.  People who are very close to me know a few things on this list.   Chit-chatting with my mom and bro for hours   A mom and sibling can never be replaced. A person is lucky enough if he/she is blessed with a family with whom she can share all the happening. I am blessed with a mom and brother who spare their time to listen to my naughty and senseless talk. Love you both.   Seeing a baby's smile   Right from the age of 10, I love to see babies. Being a first cousin, I have enjoyed watching my younger cousins grow up. I am least bothered about the location when it comes to admiring a baby's smile. By God's grace,
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Gardening is not only a hobby but can be a therapy too. For me it is therapy

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Gardening is art or therapy? Gardening can be considered as an art and therapy too. It is mostly arranging plants harmoniously in their surroundings, and as a science, comprising the principles and techniques of plant cultivation. For me, gardening is therapy rather than an art. Yes, when I used to be extremely down I plant some trees in the terrace of my apartment and enjoy watching them.  Start of my gardening journey - 2017 Most of them in my circle know that I have been dealing with unexplained fertility issues and childlessness for three years. During this time, I started doing many different things to while away my time. Yes, I did stone work for my silk sarees and friends' dresses too. I did a quilling and made a few jewels. Finally, back in Oct 2017, I started gardening with the help of my hubby and cousin. I sowed seeds of brinjal, lady's finger, coriander, tomato, etc. I used to spend a few minutes daily with these plants and watch them grow. On Nov 5 2017, I saw a fl
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My all time favorite mouthwatering recipe and why do I cook it often at home :) My Favorite Dish:                          Everyone has a food that they love more than other dishes. For me, it’s Chicken Ghee Roast . It is not a food it is more about the aroma, texture of chicken and joy it brings inside me while preparing the dish. This will always be the first dish which comes in my mind if I am getting guests at home. This dish goes well with biryani, curd rice and rasam. Do try it and let me know your comments.  Chicken Ghee Roast Ingredients: Chicken with bone   -   500gms Onion   -   3 (Finely chopped) Tomato   -   1 (Finely chopped) Ghee  - 50gms Oil - 3 Tbsp Ginger Garlic paste - 1 Tbsp Green Chilli - 2 (Finely chopped) Cumin - 1/2  Tbsp Saunf  -  1/2  Tbsp Garam Masala - 1  1/2  Tbsp Coriander Powder - 2  Tbsp Pepper Powder -  1/2  Tbsp Chilli Powder -  1/2  Tbsp Salt - as needed Curry Leaves and coriander leaves Recipe:   In a pan   add ghee, oil, cumin, saunf and curry leaves
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Do you have a favorite sibling?

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I have only one sibling "Shibu Alex Raj" and obviously he is my favorite. Although he is grown up and a doctor by profession he will remain my sweet little brother. Not naughty like me, he is very calm, brilliant and takes care of everyone. Meanwhile for his age he is more matured and responsible also. When he was 1 “You’re my brother, I miss you when you’re away, I hate you when you hurt me, I love you when you’re just yourself, I’m your sister when you do stupid things…” Love you loads bro for sacrificing everything for me in your life. To say in one word I have been a sadist all time. I have tortured him to the extreme in the early days.  Me and my bro have a long age gap of 7 years, so I couldn't accept the fact that there is one another person in the family to share things. I wanted a sister to play with but as soon as I came to know that it was a baby boy, I ran from the hospital. People were looking for me and finally found in my school. Whole day I
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Benefits of being Short

1. Legroom on airplanes is never an issue If I feel a little cramped in airline seats, then what must it be like for someone who is 6’ tall? It’s the same story with theaters and cinemas – you must have noticed how some people have to sit with their legs at a sideways angle. 2. Less Dangerous I've never banged my head on a low ceiling 11. There will be lots of situations where tall people have to bend over to not hit their head, but you’ll be able to remain upright without bumping into anything. Subsequently, you will be GREAT at limbo. 3.Beds How on earth do taller people manage to sleep in the average bed? I find that there is little room between my feet and the end of the bed, so taller people must find it really difficult – and uncomfortable. 4.Get more help People offer to help you carry things, or do it for you, as they think that a small person like you can’t manage it. Result – effort and sweat saved. 5.Heels  Of any height, I might add. Okay,
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Home Remedies for Food Poisoning

All of us have suffered from food poisoning at some point in life. Here are few home remedies to tackle an upset tummy. You may have had those mouthwatering Frankie's or fried foods from the roadside stall,   severe stomach ache and diarrhea within a couple of days. It’s probably food poisoning that you should have experienced at least once in your life. With symptoms ranging from mild to severe abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness and dehydration, food poisoning is a condition not to be ignored. Listed below are a few effective home remedies to cure food poisoning, right from grandma’s own medicine chest. T ea with moti elaichi can take care of a bad stomach. The rind of the pomegranate fruit (as well the bark of the pomegranate tree) is an old and well-known remedy used for treating diarrhoea. Brown sugar is a well-known remedy for food poisoning. Usually a bad stomach causes weakness; give the patient 4 teaspoons of sugar to
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