Tag Archives: Family

Parenting…not getting easier

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Reena

So when the kids were babies, I used to wonder when things would get easier.  It was tough when they were so helpless and couldn’t do anything but cry to communicate.  There was constant nursing, diaper changes, carrying or at … Continue reading →

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True Friends

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Reena

Recently I blogged about true closeness in a relationship not being hindered by distance, but what brings people to that point where you can feel so close?  Well, after I wrote I had two unplanned visits with true friends and … 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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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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We are the Sandwich Generation!

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Reena

  Lately I’ve had a lot on my mind regarding my family.  We’ve been sandwiched between the concern for our parents and the duties to our children and the stress of this economy only makes it worse.  Luckily both my … Continue reading →

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Teaching our kids community service…

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Reena

Many of our kids are growing up quite comfortable financially and they often have little exposure to others that are not.  They have a very narrow and privileged view of the world.  They are definitely lucky and I wouldn’t want … Continue reading →

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Kids Are Making Mommy Adventurous!!!

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Reena

Being a cautious person by nature and one with little athletic ability, I wasn’t very adventurous growing up.  I think that may be changing though, because of my kids.  I think I am feeling the need to face some fears … Continue reading →

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Single Mom for a week- good or bad??

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Reena

Though I’m blessed with a stable marriage, my husband travels quite a bit leaving me as an occasional single parent.  This can be hard work since all duties fall on my shoulders and there is no relief.  There is no … Continue reading →

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Where does the day go?

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Reena

Being a stay-at-home mom, I always have high expectations of all the things I’m going to accomplish during my day.  Sadly though, I rarely live up to those lofty expectations.  After sending the kids off to school, there is a … Continue reading →

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