Posts by Radha Perera

Back in the day, if something broke, you’d grab a wrench, roll up your sleeves & get it working again—no fuss. Folks looked after their gear because they had to…

You don’t realize how much sound defined the past until it’s gone. Everyday life used to be full of noises you didn’t think twice about—until silence took over. Some of…

I’ve been thinking about how fast everything has changed lately. Things that used to feel normal—like watching cable TV or mailing thank-you cards—just aren’t part of everyday life anymore. If…

Some people can hear a comment & let it roll right off. Others take it to heart. A lot of times, it’s not even about what was said—it’s about who’s…

Not every toxic parent screams, hits, or slams doors. Sometimes the damage is quieter. You grow up and start noticing patterns in how you think, feel, or react—but they don’t…

I grew up hearing older folks talk about the "good old days" like they were just a few steps behind us. But for Gen Z, those days feel like a…

As parents, we all want what’s best for our kids—but teachers often notice things we don’t. They’ve been seeing shifts in how kids behave, how they handle stress, & how…