by Pralene Mahabir | Jun 28, 2021 | Blog
It‘s a Beautiful Life, we have, we all have! This last week, I’ve reflected, that life is the good stuff mixed in with the ‘not so good stuff. In my life’s journey thus far, I’ve unearthed that it’s how I respond to these life events and circumstances that...
by Pralene Mahabir | Jun 22, 2021 | Blog
It’s been a time of heartfelt loss. This past week I’ve lost two extended family members, one to Covid-19 and the other to illness. I think in this time of living through a pandemic, no one escapes death or the feeling of extreme loss and mourning, be it close...
by Pralene Mahabir | Jun 14, 2021 | Blog
It’s been a whirlwind of a week, birthday celebrations and some quality time for contemplation! Friday last week, heralded the one-year celebration of the Exotic Marigold Boutique in East London. As you already know, it’s one of my favorite places in East...
by Pralene Mahabir | Jun 7, 2021 | Blog
The three words for me embody the essence of Pride Month, the month of June, usually dedicated to the LGBTQ+ communities around the world. With the arrival of June 1st this year, my daughter Trishara, showed me an Instagram post, that captured the essence of...
by Pralene Mahabir | May 31, 2021 | Blog
A quote from Steve Jobs to start my week. It was really the basis of his work and his contribution to the world, ‘Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication’ And whilst writing my words can’t really compare to the invention of the iPhone or now the...
by Pralene Mahabir | May 24, 2021 | Blog
This week heralds the BWA in East London hosting a Poetry Recital and Gin tasting evening, at Exotic Marigold, a boho-chic boutique store in East London. My three favourites, Gin, BWA & Exotic Marigold. The BWA has always been an avid supporter of my...