Mansi

Mansi Bhatia is a writer/editor by profession and nitpicker by choice. Based in San Jose, CA, she has worn many different hats in the last decade -- from corporate communications specialist to a freelancer for magazines and newspapers. Armed with a master's degree in journalism and married to an engineer, she is a cross between a super-communicative nerd and an introspective geek. Her daily musings can be found at First Impressions (http://www.mansibhatia.com) where she talks about relationships, jobs, societal demands, career tips, children, family... She thinks, observes and questions -- providing a commentary on this ride called life. Hop on if you'd like.

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Of life, death and living

Steve Jobs

1991, 1997, and then again in 2011, I've experienced a sudden rush of overwhelming grief. This year, though, it's been followed by the realization that death can come unannounced to anyone, anywhere, anytime.
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Nowhere to hide

nowhere to hide

Journal entry of the all-powerful diva who is really a 10-year-old inside.
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Back in the game

Writer

I'm back in the world of blogging having disappeared for a while in the black hole of iPhoneography and meeting the demands of a new job routine.
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I will miss you, Nani

Nani and me

My maternal grandmother passed away on Saturday. I don't know if there is a heaven, but I hope she has gone to a happy, pain-free place. Love you, Nani.
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World Cup Discoveries

flag

India wins the Cricket World Cup after 28 years and I discover something startling about myself.
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End of the tunnel…

midnight roses

It's all about lemons ... and making lemonade.
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A new beginning

make a difference

I embark on a new journey -- a journey of gratification through giving.
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Thank you, Santa Clara

scu

I have neglected this blog for way too long but as a new chapter unfolds in my life, I hope to do a better job with my writing routine. For now, it's time to say thank you.
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Emerging unscathed and victorious

coffee

The hiatus was more long than short. But I'm happy to report that despite denying myself coffee, desserts, (and writing), I am the same sprightly person I was.
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A little hiatus

hiatus

Life isn't become less crazy and I need some time to regroup.
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poetry