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    Energy steam

    May 27, 2017 - By Aziza Ahmed Paula

    [ Energy steam ] After the longest interval I am back. I was busy with many personal and professional projects. Moreover wasn’t motivated enough for the blog. However, I feel as the summer has officially set in, I have many ideas, DIYs, recipes and fun things to share. So here I am, back to where I belong. This year is supposed to be one of the hottest years in the history of the world. It is crazy hot in Dhaka right now, the air contains 96% humidity. Hair, skin and overall health has gone all bonkers. We need to be…

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    March 23, 2016 - By Aziza Ahmed Paula

    [ Sleep sleep go away ] In our last aromatherapy post I have given a recipe for having a good night sleep. Being very contrary this time, today I have a recipe to feel energized. There are times, when cold water splashes don’t work, warm shower don’t work, even coffee don’t work. For that kind of a day try this recipe. My son wakes up very early every morning. By the time, I am back home for his homework, he feels all sleepy and tired. So I use a mixture of peppermint and orange to give total energy to his…

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    Tea Ceremony: Masala Chai Latte

    August 21, 2015 - By Aziza Ahmed Paula

    Tea Ceremony: Masala Chai Latte ! Nothing exotic today. I had a long journey back home. I felt weak thus thought of having a strong milk tea. Then suddenly realized today is my tea ceremony day. And quickly decided to have a Masala Chai Latte for today’s session. Before I get into details let me tell you, this is the most loved tea of my household. My husband and I almost every week drink a masala latte with some homemade cookies. Our latte is made of fresh cow’s milk that we get from a farm just outside Dhaka, aren’t we…

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