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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...

Can’t Complain About Chronic Pain

“Oh, you’re not feeling well? (Again)”  The ‘Again’ is the main reaction rather than sympathy for someone with a chronic sickness or problem.  I know the feeling to some extent since I’ve been struggling with some cervical spine issues that … Continue reading

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Lincoln- Great Movie

I had the recent pleasure to watch the movie, Lincoln twice.  It was great both times.  The acting by Daniel Day-Lewis as the president and Sally Field as the first lady was wonderful.  They were truly transformed into their characters.  Tommy … Continue reading

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Skyfall

The latest Bond installment has been doing very well in the box office, and rightly so.  It was a very good movie.  The last two Bond movies starring Daniel Craig had a different style.  They showed a more angry, serious … Continue reading

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Politics- When Kids Behave and Adults Misbehave

This year’s presidential election has shown me things I never saw in previous elections.  Part of this is because I can see it through the eyes of my now school-age children.  The other reason is because I never saw so … Continue reading

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Just Going Through the Motions

Ever have one of those days when things just seem sad and too much to handle?  You have lots to do so you keep at it and go through the motions of your life.  You know a bit of what … Continue reading

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It Takes a Village to Survive Hurricane Sandy

Hurricane Sandy has passed but the aftermath is something that all of us in NJ/NYC are still suffering through.  I live in NJ and my husband works in NYC so we’ve been affected by the mess in both.  It has … Continue reading

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Bracing for Hurricane Sandy

We’re bracing ourselves for Hurricane Sandy so I can’t write about anything else.  No matter what else you’re doing, this storm is looming overhead and in the back of our minds.  My kids are surprised that mommy and daddy don’t … Continue reading

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Super PTO Moms

Our children’s schools would not be the same without the PTO, which is primarily moms (though I totally appreciate the many dads that help as well).  These parents devote time and do so much to make sure our kids have … Continue reading

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Soccer Dads

It’s soccer season for many of our kids and this takes a lot of family commitment.  Every weekend belongs partially to soccer and for some families there are weekday practices as well.  During my many hours on the field, I’ve … Continue reading

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Homeland Season Premiere

Showtime’s intense CIA/terrorist/government based thrillerHomeland is back for its second season.  The first season was amazing as evidenced by the multiple Emmys they received, including best drama, actor, actress, and writing.  This show invokes paranoia, patriotism and sympathy and keeps the … Continue reading

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