Author Archives: Reena

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About Reena

I'm a stay-at-home/sometimes working mom who has lots of opinions on Entertainment, Books, Parenting and Life in general! My thoughts stem from my experiences as a former career professional, mom, wife, and as a wacky, wonderful, woman! Friends have told me for years to share my thoughts publicly about the latest movies and TV shows so I finally am but I have lots of other thoughts to share so now I ramble here...

Dexter Comes Back Strong

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Reena

Article first published as TV Review: Dexter Comes Back Strong on Blogcritics. This Sunday night was the much awaited season premiere of the hit show Dexter and it did not disappoint. Sunday night is full of popular shows but Showtime’s award-winning shows can hold their own … Continue reading →

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Allergies Attack!

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Reena

Allergy season is here again, though for some it never left.  Both my kids have horrible seasonal allergies.  I guess they inherited it from me and my husband, but mostly from me.  All day today I’ve been dealing with a … Continue reading →

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Is my Inner Child Gone?

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Reena

Yesterday at the park, I noticed a child rolling down a hill.  She laid herself flat on the grass, rolled all the way down then got up smiling and ran up to do it again.  My first reaction to this … Continue reading →

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2012 Emmy Awards

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Reena

Last night I was glued to the TV watching the Emmy Awards to see if the Academy and I agree.  Plus, the Red Carpet is always an entertaining as well for those like me who love fashion.  So, I thought … Continue reading →

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Really, Romney???

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Reena

I was very disappointed by Mitt Romney‘s recent statements calling 47% of our country victims who are basically freeloaders on the government. He implies that President Obama’s supporters are all people who don’t pay taxes and don’t work hard. He … Continue reading →

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My Hot Topics

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Reena

Today I wanted to share my thoughts and observations on things that have caught my attention this week.  All these things, whether in the news or around me, have made me pause and think.  Maybe others were struck by some … Continue reading →

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So What if it’s not a Blockbuster Film

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Reena

Yesterday my husband and I wanted to go out for drinks and a movie.  However, we didn’t know what to watch because nothing seemed of the caliber of blockbuster films we’ve been watching all summer.  We looked at the reviews … Continue reading →

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End the Hate and Be What America Prides Itself On!

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Reena

This Oak Creek, WI massacre at a Sikh temple has me saddened and outraged.  I am sad for the many who lost loved ones and outraged over how this all happened.  It was a horrible hate crime.  In a country … Continue reading →

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Vacation Utopia

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Reena

We recently went on a family vacation to Jamaica and it gave me time to reflect on the importance of family vacations, whether they are simple or extravagant.  Stepping away from real-life stressors for a while can be critical to … Continue reading →

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Too Much Summer Fun??

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Reena

So the kids are home on summer break and my husband and I are always struggling with whether to let them just play and have fun or whether they should be ‘productive’.  I mean is there such a thing as … Continue reading →

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