

Thoughts are like footprints, leaving their mark…
On my mind, without permission.

This blog is a collection of my writings, such as articles, travelogues, poems and stories: the ramblings of a creative mind and an enthusiastic writer.

A dream come true! Published my first novel – A love story in the midst of an earthquake that devastated Bhuj in 2021. What can happen in such circumstances?

My love for writing took wings when I had the courage to reach out to publications. Take a look at some of my published works over more than two decades.

Some journeys in life are extraordinary. It is often difficult to express them, but here I have tried to share some of the most special moments of my life.
Ishita Deshmukh is, in many ways, a mascot for national integration! Born to Bengali and Gujarati parents, she grew up on a steady diet of Tamil culture and French literature (in the lovely town of Puducherry). If that wasn’t enough, she is married to a Telugu bidda. She has this uncanny (and unnerving) ability to switch between six different languages in the course of a conversation.
Ishita is a multi-tasking marketing professional with over 2 decades of experience. She recently worked in a Indian Classical Arts organisation as a marketing executive, organising small to large events with some celebrated artistes.


A stranger’s post on Facebook, requesting suggestions for a trip to Italy, triggered memories of our recent family holiday in Europe. Honestly, I started writing about this tour a few weeks ago but was not happy with the result. There was too much negativity, too much trauma, too much angst still in me, from feeling…

2025 was a mix of joy and struggle, highlighted by the birth of a daughter and overshadowed by challenges like sleeplessness, misunderstandings, and unmet expectations. Amidst personal highs, the author reflects on a desire for a more creative and relaxing 2026, focusing on self-care, emotional healing, and personal growth while wishing well for others.