Who’s your friend?

A travel tale about a friendly companion on a walk retracing my mum’s past.

Safe places – #noban

When I was a naughty little brat the safest place was to dive behind BBG’s (my nan) back to avoid … More

I love a good speech. Something that is profound, real and has a touch of wit but definitely doesn’t include … More

Stress is as common as breathing. There are those who handle it well thriving on the raised blood pressure and … More

When a parent passes away their legacy to the world lives on through their children. Nalin Patel never lived to see … More

The USA does everything big from hamburgers to its natural wonders like the Grand Canyon, and my uncle’s beloved dog … More

There’s a competition that exists which makes the Olympics look like a school sports day. Indian aunties run in a … More

Take a long look at the person you love the most in your life. Pause. What’s the most irritating habit … More

Bibi-g (my nan) was a great believer in eating healthy food to fight illness. She wasn’t feeling well and asked me … More

The sun would rise along with Bibi-g at the crack of dawn which in the summer could be as early … More