I have been maintaining a short Google Keep Note on my phone where I often note down lovely things, small things, simple things, primarily all things I find beautiful.
A lot of things go unnoticed, but some of these get carved in our minds (at least for a short while).
// My friend’s two-year-old niece calls me - Kupa in her adorable toddler voice.
// The Gulmohar tree outside my gym is still blooming. A rare blazing red-orange amidst the greens.
// This friend of mine gifted me a book on Indian Botanical Art simply because he thought it would be a great inspiration for my brand. So thoughtful.
// Books on heartbreak and loss. I find great comfort in reading about sadness and how similar we all are in the face of grief.
Two of my favourite books on grief and loss:
Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness
// Something so fulfilling about brewing a cup of chai just for yourself. Chai heals or at least that is how I feel about it :)
// Bless the souls who say - bless you, when you sneeze. In the rare scenario when no one blesses your sneeze, a friend of mine cheekily recommended to say aloud - bless me. How entertaining!
// These handmade ceramic teapot videos are nothing short of sorcery.
// Anyone who gives you their unwavering attention when you talk, are beautiful human beings. There is a special place in my heart for the ones who make you feel heard. It is such an underrated and rare trait.
// Ever so often you stumble upon writers who write so beautifully, it makes you pause, ponder and feel. Currently fan-girling over Meera Ganapathi and all her words.
That’s it for this one, a short list. Maybe I will write an extended one sometime. Hope you enjoyed that and as always feel free to share your thoughts along the way. You know where to find me.
Meanwhile, love, gratitude, and one cup of chai to all,
KS
Before you go, enjoy some favourites from my gallery!
We are soon launching SOAWN Puzzles. Sneak Peek of our 56 piece puzzle
I’ve been so consistent with sharing my work on Instagram that I have finally started enjoying the process. (Though, the page is quite maximalist for someone who feels like a minimalist)
These gorgeous miniature paintings that I have been admiring. It is a portrayal of women playing Holi (c. 1640–50)
I attended a pottery workshop and quite enjoyed the process. And as they say, everything appears easy, until you try it. Pottery is a challenging artform.
Love!
Until the next one sending love, a warm cup of chai,
Krupa 🌺
