Wow, this is my very first tag! I am honoured to have been nominated by https://orangewayfarer.wordpress.com/ who writes a great blog of her wanderings.
Like herself I am officially one month into my blog, and I must admit it is a lot of hard work and dedication. Though as a result I have learned so much from so many inspiring and supportive bloggers. Embracing each corner of the globe, our thoughts and stories are rediscovered and shared.
Once again, thank you orangewayfarer, for the nomination. Below are your 11 questions answered. I must admit, I was a bit nervous when I caught a glimpse of the questions, but then I realised what a great way for my readers to discover something different about me.
So, here are the rules:
- Thank the person who tagged you
- Answer their 11 questions
- Tag 11 people
- Give them 11 questions to answer
My answers to the questions from https://orangewayfarer.wordpress.com/
Do you read books? What is your most favourite book?
Yes, I love to read and have lots of favourite books. These are some of my favourites,
- The Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
- Burial Rites by Hannah Kent
- The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
- The Hundred Year Old Man Who Jumped Out Of The Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson
- The Girl With the Pearl Earring by Tracey Chevalier
Have you been to Kolkata?
No, I have never been to India. One day 🙂
What fish do you like to eat, if you eat fish at all!
I love fish and seafood. My favourite fish would have to be salmon. Raw and cooked. Yum 🙂
How many times you have broken up a relationship and why?
Well this will test my memory. I think a few times. It was so long ago. I believe you just know when the right person comes along and mine came along 24 years ago!!
Have you ever taken a solo trip?
No, never.
Have you ever lived alone in a faraway city from home?
No.
How do you like to explore a city?
I tend to do a lot of research before I travel. Travelling with children you need to be well equiped and prepared, but I am a bit of an organisation freak. I have check lists and notes for absolutely everything. In terms of exploring we usually pace ourselves accordingly with the kids and we try to see as much as we can by either foot (preferably) or sometimes by sightseeing buses if we are limited with time.
Any regret you have in life?
Yes. I regret not travelling when I was young and single. My passion for travel began in 1998 whilst on my honeymoon.
What is your ambition?
Travelling is always an ambition. I have been blessed to have visited so many wonderful places. I suppose at this stage of my life, health and happiness are my ambtions. I think happiness is the key to success 🙂
One thing you are scared of.
Well that’s an obvious one. For those who know me very well, I have a fear of birds. I know, don’t laugh, they really scare me!
What is the happiest moment of your life?
I can’t pinpoint the happiest moment as there are a few. My wedding day and the days my children were born.
Have you ever maintained a journal? Where is it now?
No, I have never kept a journal and I’m not sure why! My interest in writing has only begun a few years ago. Better late than never 🙂
I Nominate…
Thank you to the following bloggers who have encouraged, supported and reached out to me some way or the other. It was difficult to choose as there are so many of you that contribute to this blog. I know some of you may have done this before, but I do hope to hear from some of you soon. Much appreciated guys 🙂
- https://forestwoodfolkart.wordpress.com/
- https://thetravellingdiaryofadippydottygirl.com/
- https://theintellectualsage.wordpress.com/
- https://uncoveringstories.wordpress.com/
- https://thewanderingdarlings.com/
- https://curlygirlabroad.wordpress.com/
- https://dreamingofguatemala.com/
- https://opinionatedhead.com/
- https://forgivingconnects.com/
- https://frompillartoposts.wordpress.com/
- https://travelwithnanob.com/
- https://dreamofadventures.com/
- https://ishitasood.com/
My 11 Questions to you…
1. What is your “dream” holiday destination?
2. The most disliked place you have travelled to?
3. If you could learn a foreign language, which would it be?
4. Do you prefer Summer or Winter?
5. What have you learned form blogging?
6. What is your favourite food?
7. Do you prefer dogs or cats?
8. What makes you laugh?
9. What is the first thing that comes into your mind when you think of the colour red?
10. One word to describe your partner/ loved one (if there is someone) .
11. What is your greatest fear?
Make sure to check out Amanda from Forestwoodfolkart’s responses to my questions here:
*Blue sky tag picture uploaded from web.
So you did it! Lovely. Love to read your answers.
Thank you for your kind words about my blog.
Khaled Hosseini is my favourite too. The Girl With the Pearl Earring by Tracey Chevalier is something I am gonna look out for now.
Do visit Kolkata, my city. I will show you around.
Glad to know you are a mother. Tell me about your children?
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I did….yay 🙂 You’re very welcome.
I’m glad you have a new book to look out for, they also made this book into a movie, which stars Scarlett Johansson, and is worth watching.
I would love to visit India one day, I believe it would be truly amazing and when I do, I will definitely let you know 😉
Yes, I am a mother of two teenage children, 15 and 13. They are wonderful kids and I am very luck to have such loving and caring children. They have been blessed to have travelled the world with us and their passion for travelling is ever growing, which I admire.
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Haha, my family and I are the same way with travelling. We have everything very well planned out, especially on road trips; day trips are a little easier 🙂 Thank you for nominating me! I’ve already posted about this tag a couple of times, but I’d like to answer a few of your questions. Aside from Spanish, I’d love to learn French and Italian! And the things that make me laugh are funny videos on YouTube, silly facial expressions, and well-timed jokes.
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French and Italian are beautiful languages. My husband’s family is Italian so we are exposed to Italian often 😉 Thanks for answering a couple of questions.
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I love to read about your passion for travel. I haven’t had the opportunity to travel much, but I hope to explore the world one day!
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Thank you Lauren. I hope one day you do get the chance to discover what’s out there. 😘
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Great answers
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Thanks Shalini 😉
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Thanks ever so much for tagging me. It is an honour and very nice to know that I am the first one that you tagged on your blog nominees. Whilst I am happy to participate in the challenge, I usually do not require any of the bloggers that I nominate to pass on the tag, simply because doing so requires an amount of time but sometimes people don’t have to give. However, in reposting the tag and nominating other blogs, I have great joy in highlighting new blogs. They are the blogs that need more visitors to discover them. So thanks again for the nomination. I appreciate it.
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You’re very welcome Amanda. Yes, I discovered myself how time consuming these challenges can be lol…so I totally understand and fully support the newbie bloggers 😉
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The added benefit,as you said, is discovering more about you, and the other nominees, as a result of this challenge.
I can see we have much in common! Travelling for starters
Well researched and organized Travelling
Kids
Books esp. Scandi/hist.fiction themed books
Marcus Zuzak he used to regularly visit my kid’s high school and talk to parents and kids about books and writing. A great speaker.
Seafood
And blogging of course!
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Well, we do have a bit in common. That’s awesome about Markus Zusak. He’s a great writer. Thanks Amanda, have a great day 🙂
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and we are both Australian!!!
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Haha yes we are. I didn’t realise how globally huge blogging can be, so it’s always nice to meet a fellow Aussie 🙂
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Great! You have some amazing answers.
I write. I would love your feedback on my blog
https://iamgayatriblog.wordpress.com
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Thank you Gayatri. I believe if you are truly passionate about what you write and if you enjoy writing, it will show through your work. Your posts express beauty and individuality. Great work and good luck 😉
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Thank you so much dear!
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Thank you so much for tagging me. I don’t usually participate in tags, and I really appreciate you including me!
So lovely to get to know you and glad that you found such joy and love with your husband and with travel. Yay. 🙂 Many blessings to you and to your family too. Debbie
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Not a problem. I have just realised how time consuming these tags are but all good. 😘
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Ha ha! I appreciate that, and you. Have a wonderful week. ❤ Feel free to contribute to Forgiving Fridays anytime. Blessings to you!
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You too Debbie. X
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sweet nomination.
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Thank you Mary 🙂
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