The paper, pencil and eraser Long ago on a beautiful sheet of paper, a pencil drew olive trees, meadows, blooming flowers, gardens, and swings hanging from branches. Flowerpots and hand crafted pottery adorned little homes. Golden fields glistened with bright sunshine and warm smiles. The pencil drew, and drew, and drew. One day, a distraughtContinueContinue reading “A Story of the Paper, Pencil and Eraser.”
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The Power of Dua
June 2022. “Beta, where is the toothbrush?” Mumma asked over a voice note. “Mamma, it’s in the small transparent pouch at the back of the bag.” I responded via text.”I can’t find it, we are leaving for Mina.” She replied. ‘Maa. Maa. Maa.’ I typed with frustration. “Slowly. Just look for a pouch at theContinueContinue reading “The Power of Dua”
When the Windows Wallpaper Came to Life
Telunas Beach Resort is a serene, windows wallpaper-like place where our complicated mommy lives got an uncomplicated change!
The shapeless circle of Life.
Child 1: Ms.S. 1. 2 baths a day, 2. long oil massages, 3. 3 attire changes, 4. 50 clothes and accessories. 5. million Ooh and Aahs n Awws. 6. An array of food tasters and conditions to feed 7. A tiny bruise is a big deal. 8. A fall from anywhere (while sitting, trying to stand,ContinueContinue reading “The shapeless circle of Life.”
The Last Stitch.
I lost my maternal grandma last month. Due to multiple causes that kept recurring over six months. Just before things went out of hand, she had sewed this traditional attire for Ms.S. in May. When I came to know she wasn’t keeping well, I thought if this would be the last piece of clothing that IContinueContinue reading “The Last Stitch.”
A Letter 10: FriendshipÂ
We are social beings. As we are growing, technology is taking a toll on our healthy, wealthy, lovable compassionate selves. When i see you two fight and love, it reinstills my faith. I capture these photos, yes on my phone, but i also enjoy them, these moments caught, shared with thoughts and real emotions onContinueContinue reading “A Letter 10: Friendship “
Reverse effect.
So. We go to this amazing theme park. Husband, Ms.S. and I, In my head I already know I cant go to any ride coz she won’t sleep n she will be running around like a little mouse. Reality: Ms.S. is mostly sleeping. Dilemma: husband feels bad going alone and we are stuck coz obviouslyContinueContinue reading “Reverse effect.”
Sleeping woes
People: how many times does yr bub wake up in the night, hope you get good sleep? Me: twice – thrice Ppl: oh OK. . Not too bad I guess. Me: ask me how many times I wake up! 25000000 times, so that I dont wake the bub up, and she can sleep in wateverContinueContinue reading “Sleeping woes”
I stand.
I stand. Thats all I do now. I stand on the chair, In my bath tub, On my parents bodies, On the car seat On the dining table Oh yes, I even stand when I eat. Coz babies sit. N im a grown up.. . .
The first rejection!!
As her 11th month birthday celebrations continue……… At a bouncy ball indoor play area Boy to Ms.S: Hi, can I shake hands with you. Ms.S: flaps hands in the air like crazy Boy: shakes her hands mid air Boy: r u a girl, whats yr name, can I shake hands again, u r so small,ContinueContinue reading “The first rejection!!”
Little Humans 