Tag Archives: Kids

Is “The Maze Runner” Appropriate for Kids

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Reena

Though I never read the books, I was curious to watch the movie based on The Maze Runner.  My kids were interested too since the trailers appealed to people who liked things like The Hunger Games or Divergent.  We all … Continue reading →

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Mommy Superpowers

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Reena

I may not look like a superhero, wear a costume, or fly, but for my kids, I feel like I have superpowers.  This will, I’m sure, change as they grow but for now it’s great.  I’m sure many of you … Continue reading →

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Back to School Blues

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Reena

Today my kids, like many others, went back to school after summer break.  It was a morning of mixed feelings. They were excited about seeing their friends again along with the curiosity about what adventures the new class would hold. … Continue reading →

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Camp Mommy is Tiring!

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Reena

This summer like many others, the kids are primarily home with me.  I enrolled them in some half day camps so they can learn cool new things but being a stay-at-home mom, I get to entertain them the rest of … Continue reading →

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Big Summer Fun on a Small Budget

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Reena

Last summer we went on two big trips with the family which was lots of fun but not cheap.  This year we wanted to keep the summer fun within a budget since we spent a lot on our spring vacation. … Continue reading →

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Is ‘Man of Steel’ for Kids?

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Reena

This weekend we went to see the latest superhero blockbuster ‘Man of Steel’.  Of course my kids, ages 10 and 8, were the most excited to go despite the PG-13 rating.  So my husband and I had to do a … Continue reading →

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Family Adventure to Comic-Con

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Reena

Comic-Con was always something I heard about but never thought to go to until this year.  I saw an ad for tickets and it suddenly occurred to me….why not?  I mean it is all about sci-fi, superheroes, fantasy, and creativity … 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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This Hurts Me More Than It Hurts You!

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Reena

As parents, we generally want to give our kids everything we can. But how do we keep them from taking that for granted? How do we also show them that all these treats and luxuries need to be earned….by us … Continue reading →

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The Avengers– Yaay!

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Reena

This weekend the boys and I ended up watching the new Avengers movie twice and it did not disappoint.  We had promised their dad that we would wait for him to return from a business trip and watch it on … Continue reading →

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