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Hello my lovelies! Its here, Its here!! The time of the year when all one can think of is everything refreshing and cool, yes, Summer is here!! As summer sets in and the Sun showers its glory, it becomes absolutely necessary for us to keep certain things in mind and bring them to habit to beat the heat and not let it get on to our health. I am personally quite sensitive to heat and my body reacts in its own ways when exposed to the warmer temperatures. This is why, I have made a list of the top 5 essential things that I use and habits I follow to stay at best during the scorching heat. Hydration I can not emphasis enough on this one. Having enough water in summer is like oxygen to our bodies. Water, fruits and food with high water content are the best for the season. My recommendation, always carry a water bottle with you, weather you're at home or while stepping out. Sunscreen Sun protection for the skin is another crucial step that we often forget or do not give much importance to. Sunscreens are not just essential when we step out in the Sun but they need to be applied even while we are at home. This is because the ultraviolet rays from the Sun can penetrate through the walls of our houses and can literally damage our skin even at home. Clothing Breathable, flowy clothes should be the wardrobe must haves for the summer. Cotton and linen garments are highly absorbent and breathable fabric, ideal for hot weather conditions. They promote sweat absorption, air circulation, are gentle to the skin and reduce the risk of irritation and allergies. Bug Spray The rise in temperature directly gives an extremely comfortable environment for bugs and flies to survive, breed and be present in abundance. These small insects, at times can be harmless, however, being exposed to them can cause serious allergies, bug bites or rashes. To keep these conditions at bay, carrying a bug spray at all times is a must and applying them every time we step out is highly recommended. Food Food also plays a vital role in staying happy and healthy in summer. Try consuming foods that are not heavy on stomach. Avoid heavy, spicy, fried and sugary foods, instead replace them with options that are high in water content like watermelon, cucumber, coconut water. Leafy greens, smaller meals, yogurt, citrus foods and berries too should be included in the diet. That's my list for this summer my readers. Do let me know if you need more of these. Love, Shriya!

Staycation, Vacation, Holiday!! Every time we listen these words, all we can then think of is beautiful views, fun, good food, amazing rooms, lovely stay, Well, we too thought of something exactly the same when we planned to go to Delhi NCR for a few days. The story starts here. We decided on the dates when we wanted to go and the next thing we did was, started looking at places to stay. We looked at some hotels and since we knew it was going to be a longer stay and would want it to be more comfortable and homely than a hotel, we though of exploring some options on Airbnb! To our surprise, we found plenty of options on Airbnb in and around the areas we were looking for. After deep research and filtering through a numerous amount of reviews we finalized on an Airbnb. We booked it and thought it to be all sorted and started preparing for the trip, until the day came. After a 10 hour long journey to Noida, we landed at the Airbnb at around 10:30 pm. We reach the apartment complex and to our surprise we were welcomed with dingy entrance, under construction parking area and a weird vibe altogether. Not to mention, the hollows of the lifts that were to be installed at the parking area which had absolutely no taping or marking of any sorts to caution the visitors. Unsure and disappointed, we head to our apartment. We opened the lock and entered the place. Our first reaction, WHERE HAVE WE COME? WHAT IS THIS? That was exactly our reaction. We were shocked. The house was dirty, unkept, the restroom was unclean and unhygienic. The kitchen and all the appliances were filthy and the upholstery and the entire house was not live able. We called the host of Airbnb and requested him if he can provide us with any other property that is cleaner. He did not have any property available but he also refused to believe that the house was dirty and this was after we had shared the pictures and videos of the house and the dirt. When we asked him that the pictures online are different than they are in real so he very casually said that we enhance the pictures with editing before putting them online. Well, we knew that we were not going to be living there. We called up Airbnb requesting them for a refund and cancellation of the booking. To our surprise, yes, another one, Airbnb was inclined towards the host more than the customers. While on the call, we decided to leave the place and continue the discussion with Airbnb later. We started looking for a hotel around and finally got one at 12 am. And after days and days of back and forth of pictures, videos and all the proofs, Airbnb refunded us the booking amount but we somehow did not have a good experience with the customer service of Airbnb. Lesson learnt, always have a back up plan! Love, Shriya

The tools used for dental treatments Wisdom teeth — yes those annoying third molars that show up uninvited in your late teens or early twenties. But for me they showed up quite late than usual, in my late twenties. It started with severe pain to swelling around the gums to infections. Phew! Doses of antibiotics and pain killers later, they would get better. However, post extensive examination we got to know that all my 4 wisdom tooth were tilted, poking into my cheek causing the trouble. The only remedy to this pain was extraction. After years of pushing this procedure I decided to step into the bandwagon and go for the extraction. Within a period of 6 - 7 months, I got two of my upper wisdom tooth extracted. Finally! While I was healing and prepping for the lower wisdom teeth extraction, we received our paperwork to migrate to Canada and we pushed it to the time we visit India again. 1 year 4 months later, voila came the day for extraction. After a lot of mental preparation and anxiety, I went to the dentist. By the way, my dentist is the sweetest, kindest doctor I have ever come across. He started with the process of numbing my gums. There we go, he injected the regular 2 - 3 injections but my gums refused to numb. The 4th one too could not do it. This was surprising yet comical to us. However, another 2 injections later, finally they were numb. Yay! By the way, this entire process took good 45 minutes. Next starts the procedure of extraction. Well this was not a regular pull out extraction. The teeth was inside the gums, never came out so the flap had to be opened, the teeth had to trimmed and then to be taken out. All of this happened smoothly, thanks to numbing, and half an hour later, the stitches completed the process. The next couple of days need to be carefully dealt with for a smooth healing. Recovery is a 5 - 7 day process followed by removal of the stitches and cleaning. Hope this goes well too! 3 done, 1 more to go! Love, Shriya!

Cappuccino and Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake at Kokoy, Noida A good coffee, an amazing company and a great conversation is what makes my evening a special one. After the running around of the day, it was evening and all I wanted was a cup of good coffee, a cozy cafe and a little something to munch a long. After a little search on Google and review readings we landed at Kokoy in Noida. The moment you walk into Kokoy, you’re welcomed by a calm vibe and you immediately feel at peace. Earthy tones, soft lighting, cozy corners, and hints of greens was exactly what I needed to slow down after a long day. The interior is thoughtfully designed, with an aesthetic that strikes the perfect balance between modern minimalism and cozy comfort. A fair glance at the menu and I knew what exactly I wanted. I ordered a Cappuccino, medium roast (you've got to choose between medium roast and dark roast and we were advised to go for medium roast for best taste), a Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake and a Pesto Mediterranean Toast. The coffee was strong, tasty and an example of a perfect brew. The Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake was the start for me. It was a perfect balance of sweetness and sourness of the cheese, just how I like it. The Pesto Mediterranean Toast was appetizing as well. It was fresh, crispy and flavorful. Above the food was the hospitality and the quality of service. All in all a must visit in my opinion and I'd be going there again for sure. The menu is extensive with adequate options for vegetarians, non - vegetarians and vegans as well. Kokoy isn’t just a coffee spot; it’s an experience. Whether you’re in Noida or nearby, it’s worth the drive.