Category Archives: Parenting

Close…though not Close-by

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Reena

I have recently been spending time with relatives/friends who I only see every few years, yet the love does not seem diminished.  I have come to believe that once certain relationships achieve a connection, they can withstand time and distances. … Continue reading →

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To Infinity and Beyond…

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Reena

During this spring break, we took our kids to Florida and they visited Kennedy Space Center for the first time.  As much as they enjoyed the thrilling rides of the Orlando amusement parks, I was glad to see them marvel … Continue reading →

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Disability Services at Universities

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Reena

Recently, I spent a week working at a University in an office for Disability Services.  It was quite enlightening because I never knew much about such departments or that these services existed.  One reason is that I am blessed not … Continue reading →

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‘Once Upon a Time’…my kids had nightmares

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Reena

Our family has been a big fan of the show ‘Once Upon a Time’ (OUAT) since it started in the fall.  It was so creative and well done.  The basic story for those that don’t follow it is….The evil queen … Continue reading →

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Music Calms the Savage Beast….and Much More!

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Reena

Today I went to my son, Shaan’s, 3rd grade Chimes Concert.  It was very well done and well coordinated and I enjoyed it even though I didn’t know what to expect from a chimes concert.  I was so proud of … Continue reading →

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How many kids are enough?

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Reena

Lately I’ve been feeling very “baby happy” since a couple of people close to me have had babies. Maybe it is also because my kids are now in Elementary school and seeing these newborns reminds me of another time, a … Continue reading →

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First child frustrations

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Reena

I remember having to deal with a greater level of responsibilities since I was the first child and now I see history repeating itself. I see myself naturally having higher expectations of my older child. I try to be fair … Continue reading →

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Cyber-bullying…scary!

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Reena

There is so much talk of cyber-bullying lately.  This is something we never had to deal with as children and now have a hard time protecting our own children from this.  Luckily for now, my kids are in lower elementary … Continue reading →

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Play dates for Moms…

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Reena

Whenever I chat with a new mom, my advice is always to go out with the baby and meet other moms.  This is something that kept me sane and made full-time motherhood very enjoyable for me.  I met some other … Continue reading →

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Tech skills killing social skills??

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Reena

‘Kids of today are great at iPod, iPad, iPhone but not at EYE contact”, a friend recently said to me.  This really hit home because I started to notice a lot of our kids nowadays are so much more adept … Continue reading →

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