Author: Ruelha

Hi. I’m Ruelha from Mumbai city, India. I love life, not because it’s always been perfect; I just feel the universe responds to what you present. I am an extremely hopeful person by nature. Hope and faith form the backbone of my very existence. I firmly believe that as long as you have breath, there’s always room for hope. I have chased many rainbows only to realize that peace is the most precious of all treasures. I found my peace in Jesus and I would not trade it for anything else in the world. We are here to spread joy, love and bring peace to each other. I am of the opinion that our existence on this earth is just an evanescent affair. When you finally realize that nothing is permanent including possessions, relationships, health and life itself, this task seems a lot simpler. I’m a regular person, albeit with the heart and mind of a child and I love all things bright and beautiful. I enjoy cooking and savoring a variety of cuisines, making new friends, the typical girly stuff like fashion and grooming. Although I am not very good at it, I absolutely adore taking pictures of food, makeup, fashion, people, selfies and flowers. So I combined everything I am passionate about (including writing) and put it up here to share some bits with you. Hope you enjoy! I promised myself I will never compromise on my beliefs and values. Everything out here is from my heart. If it's on my blog, I have either had these experiences personally or researched the subject matter extensively, although I refrain from putting up second-hand experiences. In my attempt to safeguard the interest/identity of persons, I use homogeneous analogies which do not alter the veracity of the subject matter in any way.

Deepest Desire

As a child, I could’nt wait to grow up and get out of school Just to evade studying, that appeared … More

The Value of Money!

Do you know the value of money? To some, it could be plenty To some, it could’nt have any! Money … More

That Switch

I have something like a toggle switch That gives me quite the itch Sometimes I turn it on Some others, … More

The Poet and His Poetry

The movie Saajan starring one of the most graceful actors – Madhuri Dixit had the most amazing and romantic songs. … More

Lips of an Angel

This rock number was released in 2005 or 2006 by Hinder. I first heard it in 2009 and became obsessed … More

But why, Pinocchio?

Today, let us analyse the cause of a serious pandemic Let’s delve into the psychology of it and get the … More

Beautiful

The song ‘Beautiful’ (2002) by Christina Aguilera inspired me to write this poem. Like all my music-inspired poems, I suggest … More

The Child Inside

Today we celebrate Children’s Day because it was Jawaharlal Nehru’s {India’s first Prime Minister} birthday. He loved little children. Who … More

Rainbow

My poem is inspired by a very encouraging song by Kacey Musgraves. In the song, it appears as if she’s … More

The Twelve Tribes

Jacob had twelve sons And with them it begun He bestowed a unique blessing upon each one And with them, … More

Red Red Wine

This song is something I’ve heard all through the early years of my life. It was such a hit song … More

Finally, a big house!

They were a little family Two kids, mummy, daddy Squashed up in a tiny home Joined chairs to create a … More

The Noose

So I caught up with a few acquaintances and girlfriends And finally, few city girls are willing to make amends … More

You Drive Me Crazy

So, the Christian population in India is less than 2%. And within that 2%, the subset of Bombay Catholics is … More

Phoolon Ka Taaron Ka

Today, we celebrate Raksha Bandhan in India. ‘Raksha’ means protection, while ‘bandhan’ means bond. It is a Hindu festival where … More

Can’t Help Falling In Love

This song is the baap of classics! Originally sung and released by Elvis Presley in 1961, there have been so … More

To be one man’s priority

Time and attention Without the need to mention. She deserves that much. Not an entire crutch. She’s not expecting fancy … More

Breathless

The Irish sure are a gorgeous bunch! The Corrs was my favourite band many years ago and I still cannot … More

Planning and Limiting

For years and years people pray. Hoping in faith maybe just some day. That their pleading will melt the heart … More

Tomorrow May or May Not Be {Kal Ho Na Ho}

The song I have derived inspiration from features in the movie ‘Kal ho Na Ho’. The plot of this movie … More

If I Die Young…

A lot of people I know have been infected with Corona in this second wave. Almost everyone in this part … More

Recipe : Cabbage and Beet Sabzi

By now you must know, I love flirting with flavours. I’m all for overlapping of flavours and cuisines. I had … More

Recipe : Spicy Soya Bites

I’ve been experimenting with soya off late. And I treat it like meat, well …almost! But, meat is succulent and … More

Recipe : Dhaniya-Pyaazwali Murgh

So, I have a tiny freezer and it’s kinda overstuffed. I had 2 packets of bone-in curry cut chicken in … More

My ‘Love’ Thesis

So this one’s the very first. Without this, your entire relationship will be cursed. There must be some level of … More

Davy Jones’s Key

I don’t want to feel. I’m taking time to heal. Please stay away. Beginning to feel like a rainy day. … More

Recipe : Mixed Vegetables in Coconut Milk Curry

I’ve been experimenting a lot with vegetarian food off late. Normally, I’d make this dish with prawns(shrimp) or a red … More

Recipe : French Beans aur Aloo ki Sabzi

I live in a society that is predominantly strictly vegetarian. In fact many of them consume only ‘satvik’ food, which … More

Leaning Towards Someone {Jab Kisi ki Taraf Dil Jhukne Lage}

Yes again, I chose an oldish song. This song is from a movie called ‘Pyaar Toh Hona Hi Tha’, which … More

Recipe : Stir Fried Carrots and Bell Peppers

Cooking does not have to be complicated. It doesn’t always have to be a balancing act with a medley of … More

Recipe : Moghlai style Chana Masala

If you’ve been following my recipes, by now you must know I cook in accordance with my pantry stock. Nothing … More

My Heart Is Just So Mad {Mera Dil Bhi Kitna Paagal Hain}

This is such an old song starring Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt, released in 1991! It’s got a very classical-ghazal … More

Recipe : Dahiwala Murgh Mughlai

If you’ve been following my recipes, you know by now, I cook as per my perishable inventory list because I … More

Review : Flower Beauty Light Illusion Perfecting Compact Powder

Key Features of Flower Beauty Light Illusion Perfecting Compact Powder {as claimed by the company} Flower Beauty Light Illusion Powder … More

Recipe : Bitter Gourd

Take 2 bitter gourds. Slit halfway lengthwise. Deseed. Boil salted water. Once it begins to boil, add the halved gourds. … More

The Cookie Monster

Somebody help me. Please set me free. I’m addicted to… cookies, that’s true. I have too many favourites. And can … More

Recipe : Cracked Wheat and Spinach Pulao

Cracked wheat is such a healthy cereal to include in your meal plans. But not many people are familiar with … More

Recipe : Ruelha’s Special Beetroot Fried Rice

Well, I’m unique 😉 so I tend to do things differently too. I follow a different method to make fried … More

I’m Addicted

When I was introduced to you, I really didn’t back then knew. How insanely crazy I’d become, Without caring about … More

Recipe: Rajma Masala

Ingredients: 150 gms Kashmiri rajma 2 green cardamoms 1/2 mace 4 cloves 2.5-3″ cinnamon or cassia bark 2-3 tbsp ghee … More

Vegan Recipe : Simple Homestyle Karela Sabzi

Ingredients: 2 tbsp cooking oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 9-12 cloves of garlic, pounded/smashed 1 green chili, chopped 1 … More

Recipe : Tongue Roast

Ingredients: 1 tsp peppercorns 2 cardamoms 3″ cinnamon stick 1/4 tsp cumin 10 cloves Grind the above ingredients to a … More

Recipe : Potato Chops

Ingredients: makes 15-16chops Filling: Cook this in pressure cooker for 5minutes. Then dry it in cooker itself till the mince … More

Ice Apples

My Tamil friends call these ‘Nangu’. Ice apples, in English; but you probably knew. In Marathi, it is known as … More

Jeene Ke Ishaare ;

This poem is inspired by the Bollywood song ‘Jeene Ke Ishaare’ starring Salman Khan and Shilpa Shetty in the movie … More

Decoding Time

There are so many times I’ve said I’m too busy. But let’s dilute that statement from the fizzy. The fact … More

March, coming up!

It’s been a year. And it’s finally so near. Since the 6th of March. Almost, a year has passed. March … More

Yesterday’s Haircut

So yesterday I cut my hair. And I feel a sense of despair. I always get emotional when this happens. … More

That human scent

I thought it was only me. But it’s a real concept, you see. I can almost recognize. People without my … More

The frayed ends of sanity

The frayed ends of sanity. Concealed by my vanity. Thankfully, you don’t see. These demons following me. The past, engulfs. … More

The Wriggley Snakes

Wriggley snakes. All over the place. Makes me want to hide my face. Friends or foes? Just who knows! Snakes … More

Sorry G

God I’m so sorry I threw you away. You were the only one who really did stay. God I’m so … More

The passive smoker

Those of you who don’t know. I’ve never been a smoker and I’m a Virgo. I know those two details … More

Candy, the honey bee

Candy, the honey bee went out to see. Everyday sat on flowers and gathered honey. Yellow and black, this uniform … More

Tenses

The past, didn’t last. The present, seems dependent. The future, could be wiser. If you look behind. You may remain … More

Cave

Oh, to live in a cave. the whole being craves. Space of it’s own. Constantly in a zone. Just the … More

Cosmic Shores

The corners of the universe, appear dim and without purpose. The flags of peace, holding on, not at ease. The … More

Toxic Sugar

This poem is purely literary. Please read it with an open mind and out of respect for the written word. … More

Hide

Oh God, please hide me. Somewhere, anywhere. Let me rest and be. In your bosom and care. The world seems … More

To each his own

To each, his own. At the end of the day, you’re alone. If mercy is shown. Accept it as a … More

Unworthy to Write

I will no longer be posting, Religious issues and somethings. Nothing like that henceforth. Unless you hold a knife to … More

Waiting for March

Soon at last, it will be March. Time to bid goodbye, to the past. March brings, birds that sing. Bright … More

Things you cannot force

Can’t force people to consent. Not just sex, but for so many things, it just depends. If you need permission … More

Modern Families

Some families scream; some families shout. Makes you wonder without an iota of doubt. Some of them argue, yell and … More