Can someone tell me, where did the thirty days of June go? The month came to Bangalore with a lovely weather and to me with some good family time. My parents visited us this month and though their stay was short, our home brimmed with love and care. I had busy days at work but I was also able to take time out to spend with Mum and Papa.
I am always grateful for all the time we get with friends and family. It’s never easy to manage work, chores and then prioritize things we take for granted. Having been able to sail through as I wanted, makes me happy about June. VT’s exams are now over and it was good that he could do his best.
Here are a few things from June that I am grateful about:
Family: Along with Mum and Papa, my Bua (Papa’s sister)and Phupha also came over. For two nights, our house and heart were full. We had many conversations, discussions and it was good to spend time together. Living in Bangalore, so far away from both of our families we truly cherish these days. I am grateful for a chance to host everyone at home.
Work: Sometimes there are things that I do at work which make me sleep well at night. Knowing that I helped someone find a solution to a problem or supported someone when they needed a suggestion or answered a question that was troubling them. I am grateful for a job that brings me my bread and peace to my soul.
Workouts and Food: This month was not as good as May in terms of work out but not as bad either. I was able to work out 20 days in June and that included yoga or jogging/walking. I feel healthy and fit. The days I don’t step out in the morning, I am lethargic and I miss activity. Bisebelle bhat made of millets or broken wheat is now a healthy and early dinner few times a week and it’s working well too. If you haven’t yet tried millets, you should. And in your smoothie, don’t forget to add flax seeds. This routine is here to stay.
TV shows: We finished the latest season of Prison Break and watched a few good movies this month. Amidst the chaos and late nights, it was good to get some down time with these shows and movies. I am not a TV buff but shows like Prison Break fuel creativity. Ever thought that?
Blogging: Though I couldn’t complete Bar-A-Thon, blogging has given me more than what I had ever imagined. Yesterday at work, SP told me how she reads all the posts and likes what I write. I love these hallway conversations. Unexpected and leave me happy. Thank you, SP and all you readers for your love.
Life, in general, has been fair. I fretted over things or thought too much on some days but I was able to also kick out what doesn’t matter. I am already looking forward to July. Many more exciting things ahead and I can’t wait to share all that with you readers. Yes, there will be happiness, food, and travel.
What is that one thing you were grateful for in June?
Linking with Vidya’s Gratitude Circle and with Sanch for monthly reflections.
happiness and food 
It seems that you had an eventful month filled with so many things and family visiting, watching Prison break and exercise. I couldn’t do my yoga practice fully this week since I am having a bad pain. I shall work out tomorrow morning. A lovely post.
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Thank you Vishal! I missed on Sunday but I’m also determined to go tomorrow.
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I too missed my Yoga on Sunday but today I managed to wake myself up in time.
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Perfect!
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Really it was a great time to spend with u ppl .To rejuvenate 4_5 days are enough .I am still mentally in B’lore.
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Come over in winters 🙂
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Great gratitude list, and it’s so awesome you got to spend time with your parents!
I’d have to say, with how many unusually warm days we had last month (and how ridiculously warm it was today 92F/33C), I’m extremely grateful for our air conditioners! 😀
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Ah! ACs are a need now a days. Thanks Traci.
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Great to see this post Parul. All fitness enthusiasts suffer from this issue. If you don’t work out, you feel guilty. Happy to see that you are striking a good balance in your life.
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Thank you Arvind. June was also good for I met you 🙂 what a good evening it was.
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Grateful for my lil man as it was his birthday in June! And my mums!
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Lovely! Happy birthday to your little boy.
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Family time is wonderful. I’m glad you got some. My daughter turned 3 last week. I’m not ready for her to be 3, but she is, ha!
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Wow! Happy birthday to her!
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It is great to maintain a monthly gratitude list..loved this one..I also feel lethargic the days I do not go for morning walks, now with the monsoon in Mumbai, I am missing my walk…It is great to have family around..
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True that. Thanks Balaka!
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I think it’s wonderful that you write out a gratitude list for each month. I have a blog post started about things I am grateful for/ make me happy– really must get it finished! Sounds like you had a lovely month with family; is there anything better than a home and heart full of joy? I think not! I, too, am grateful for blogging, and all the wonderful people– like you!– I’ve met because of it. 🙂
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You should publish the post Becca. Trust me, once you start you will not be able to stop 🙂 counting blessings gets addictive.
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Great list Parul. Iam grateful that my friends visited our home in June and we travelled to some great places.
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That’s so nice Ramya. Thanks!
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I love the idea of the monthly gratitude list! The collage is really nice.
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Walking in rain is fun 🙂
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Ah, having family over is the best. I also get to host my family mostly for 2-3 days and those days are precious. Happy to know about your diet and good show with your Yoga. Glad that work is going well for you. I am excited for you for July as you have so much to look forward to. Have a great month ahead, Parul.
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Thank you Rachna. Yes, the days become memorable.
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I loved reading your gratitude posts, Parul. Actually, all your posts. Somehow you bring in a voice that calms me while letting me know your thoughts and experiences. Hope you have a wonderful rest of the year:)
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Thanks for saying that Naba.
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Spending time with family is so much fun. I really miss that. We started watching prison break again. It’s quite engaging even the second time. Wonderful things to be grateful about. Hope you have a great July.
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Yes, loved the show. Thank you Raji. Hope you have a great July too.
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Having parents over at home is so wonderful. Glad that you all had a great time together.
After having watched Orange is the New Black, Prison Break is on my wish list. Hope to binge watch it sometimes. Sticking to fitness regime is something on my mind too. Have a great July, Parul.
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I have OITNB but haven’t got time beat her it yet. Dark comedy, right? You too have a healthy July Shilpa.
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Wow that was an energetic post, happy to hear about your parents! its a blessing to have them in our lives; I miss my parents as they are no longer on this earth, my dad left earlier than my mom, my mother was regular in visiting me and and used to stay with me.. she too passed away in 2003. I am grateful for both of them in my life and they have helped me in my journey towards growth. I like the expression of how your work has helped with bread and peace for the soul… I have similar sentiments for the work I do . Thanks for sharing your gratitude list.
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Hugs Angela. I am too scared of losing my loved ones. 😦
Thanks for stopping by!
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Lovely Month for you Parul…I have started a new way to be grateful for each day #gratitudepie. Checkout Instagram posts with the hashtag. I am grateful for finding this new way of living.
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I saw your posts. So cute and fun Upasna!
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You had a nice mix of month Parul, nice set of pics. My resolve for practicing yoga becomes stronger after visiting your space, of course I have a long way to go to being regular. As of now its 3-4 times a week. Wish you a very happy July.
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Thank you Wren. I should share what happened to Yoga this side 😦 A sob story this side.
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As always, I read your posts with a smile on my face, Parul. Glad to know June was full of all the things that made you happy. Hope July is even better. Keep smiling:)
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Thanks much Mayuri!
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Millets and Flaxseeds are going to continue to be a part of diet too. Workout took a backseat this month as I was battling migraine on and off.
How’s the latest season of Prison Break? I loved the first two seasons, but the third one was just bleh. Have you watched House Of Cards yet? Try it.
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I love Kevin Spacey 😛
Sorry about your migraine. What is triggering it? Take care and hope you feel better soon.
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We all are grateful for family. In June I’m grateful that my father survived his heart attack and that I could be around to help him .
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Hope he is feeling better now, Sunita. Good you were around to help.
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Not sure myself where the 30 days of June went.. Thats great family time you have had Parul.. On my side I spent loads of time with the kids , with husband not being around. I realised the simple joys of playing with them , and that they would be children only once. Might as well enjoy the moments right!!! But definetely a fulfilling month and glad I have these small pleasures of life around me.
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True. Glad you felt that.
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Don’t ask where June went! It has been so hectic.
Love that Do what you love photo! Glad to hear that VT’s exams went well! Family time is always so welcome, no?
Workouts–20 days is GOOD, Parul!
I wish you a wonderful July! After a long time, today evening was rainless, at least in our part of town! Hugs! Thank you for being part of the Gratitude Circle!
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Thank you Vidya! I am slow on July but will try and make up as much as I can.
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Good to see you had a good month! 🙂 Nice to have family and I know what you mean about work. I didn’t realise you didn’t finish Bar-A-Thon…I didn’t either as life got crazy towards the end! Hope July is great for you!
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thank you Sanch! I started and felt it was possible and then crazy things happened.
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June just flew by me! But it was a good month and hopefully July will be better. I love your IG posts and am glad to have found your blog 🙂
– Bhavya
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thank you Bhavya. I am equally happy to get to know you 🙂
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Spending time with family and friends is always worth than any precious things in life. My prayers for your pappa and mamma. Feeling sad that you could not complete BarAThon this time. But it’s ok. Stay happy always, dear.
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Thank you Vasantha.
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