A decade on, i continue my yearly ritual 1.Till the beginning of October, the year 2020 went pretty well for me inspite of the pandemic and the innumerable hardships faced by everyone around us. And then on October 6th , disaster struck as my brother passed away and it was the most terrible feeling i…
Happy New Year 2021
Wishing you beautiful moments, treasured memories and all the blessings this new year will bring. +++
Merry Christmas 2020
Wishing all of you and your loved ones Merry Christmas and the best wishes of the season. Have a great holiday with family & friends. +++
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