Category Archives: Opinion

The Invisible Enemy

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Reena

Staying inside Constantly terrified Of a looming threat, That we can’t see. Never thought I’d be a danger To my Mom and Dad. Staying away For everyone’s safety. Never knowing when We could become deadly. Some are paralyzed But Others … Continue reading →

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Driving Each Other Crazy

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Reena

Stuck in a house together, socially distancing from the world but completely trapped together with your family.  Many people have mentioned they are driving each other crazy.  It is understandable.  Our relationships were not built on this much togetherness.  Some … Continue reading →

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A Silver Lining for the Covid-19 Crisis

Posted on March 15, 2020 by Reena

There is so much stress and panic over the Covid-19 virus.  Everyone is on edge, worried about their loved ones and trying to figure out how to adjust their daily lives to be safe.  This is a first experience for … Continue reading →

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Brain Clogged by the Election

Posted on November 7, 2016 by Reena

I’ve been asked why I haven’t blogged in so long…well, my brain is clogged by this election.  It’s been so stressful and contentious and it has been hard not to be distracted by all that.  I mean I carry on … Continue reading →

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When it Rains it Pours

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Reena

Why is that when you’re feeling down, things often seem to get worse.  I’ve been there before and also heard from many friends when they seem to be having a spree of really bad luck. Lately, I started to notice a pattern … Continue reading →

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Not Enough Mom-Me Time Anymore

Posted on October 23, 2015 by Reena

So, parenting is supposed to get easier as the kids grow up right? Nope, I wouldn’t say so.  We tell a new mom to sleep when the baby sleeps and people rally around to give the parents a much needed … Continue reading →

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A Soccer Mom’s Perspective on FIFA World Cup

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Reena

I generally don’t care to play or watch sports. I only watch a few games a year and that is more for the social aspect.  However, now that my son’s both play soccer, I am getting into watching this sport.  … Continue reading →

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What Do You Tell Your Kids About This Scary World?

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Reena

I was not ready when my son came home from first grade telling me he learned about the 9/11 attacks and the wars going on.  I wanted to shelter my kids from thoughts of such evil in the world for … Continue reading →

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The New India

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Reena

When I was growing up, India, the country of my heritage was considered a third world country.  The India that my kids are growing up seeing is a whole different place, however.  So much has changed in a few decades. … Continue reading →

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Happy Retirement!

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Reena

My mom retired today after 40 years of service and it got me thinking about the different ages people retire at these days.  Many people continue to work for financial reasons because in our recent economy, they can’t afford not … Continue reading →

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