WOW!I cannot believe it that I have lasted this long,this time..I am actually looking forward to writing daily blog-posts now.And its heartening to see so many visitors on the blog 🙂 And I would love to hear from more of you..so please take a minute and leave me a comment.

Today SD was playing cricket so he brought the girls to my work place and then we went to drop him off at his cricket ground.After that,we decided to have a girls’ day out.So we came back to the town center,had lunch and then went to see Santa.I was worried about Nanhi’s reaction but she is coolest 16 mo ever!She walked up to Santa on her own..and had a little chat with him and then refused to leave!!

With great difficulty I managed to take her away from there..then we went to the library where both the sisters decided that they wanted to take the library home.While I was trying to get them to put the books back on the shelves,my sister called outraged about something my dad said..So there I was directing the girls,trying to be stern,and she was yelling on the phone and I had to ask her to hold the line.I hung up,got the girls to pick 5(Aadi) and 3(Nanhi) books and we left to pick up school snacks etc from Aldi.

And that is where Ananya decided to throw crocodile-roll tantrums!There she was in her beautiful white dress,rolling on the floor,because I didn’t let her open the packet of Tiny teddies..And just my luck to run into people,I know from work!! First two times,I tried to pick her up,only for her to start thrashing..So the third time,I stood next to her and pretended to laugh and the cheeky monkey did the same thing..forgot about the tantrum. 

Today,I was thankful that I am person with Mammoth sized patience..LOL! And my kids should be glad that I am their mother.LOL!No seriously..a lesser mortal would’ve lost it!! Heck even I was so close to losing it,today!

After the crocodile roll tantrums,we came home,put the airconditioner on and feasted on some mini ice-creams.I love those only 100 cals each.And we made Kulfis!Will tell you tomorrow how it turns out!

Over and out for today..

 

No I didn’t 🙂
Ms.Ananya turned 16 months today..I know I have said it before but I can’t help it..how quickly time has flown. Today at lunch time,I watched her eat her Roti and yogurt,picking up each piece daintily.Her face was a mess and so was her vest,but,she is just not a little baby anymore. Everyday,she learns something new,teaches us something new.
Today,she opened the fridge and said more..she was hungry! She told me that..in her own special way! I gave her some strawberries and she was happy.
Tonight I went out for dinner-My first official dinner.I was sick.I used my inhaler every hour,even took a nap.B.U.T. I was really looking forward to this dinner and didn’t want to miss it. I got a chance to dress up like a normal person,not worrying about whether the top is breast-feeding friendly or not. I did my hair and even put some make up on..:) Its amazing how simple things make you feel so good.And you know what was the best part of the evening- Getting to eat my food without someone climbing over me,little hands reaching in my plate or a little body balanced on my leg. I am sure a lot of moms will nod at this one 🙂 And taking a cue from Retromummy I leave you with a pic of me with my girls..Putting the mom back in the picture:)

Have a good weekend everyone 🙂

The seasons are changing – do you look forward to this time of year? What’s your favorite season?.
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I couldn’t think of anything exciting to write today and so I took the WP prompt. My favorite season without a doubt is Spring.I love the new leaves and the sudden burst of color,all around.Though..the allergies make me feel horrible..But,I enjoy looking out the window..The color of fresh green leaves,fills me with so much enthusiasm and joy,its hard to describe.

My next favorite season would have to be summer..despite the heat.I love it for the fact that I don’t have to wear ten layers to be comfortable.The warm weather is my favorite time of the year for walks and exercise. And the colorful clothes in shops and on people..gladdens my heart.I HEART Color..and seeing almost everyone in colors other than solids,makes me so cheerful…

Now mandatory post done with..I am off to finish some crafting..before Ms.Anan wakes up.She has a cold and fever..so I am not really looking forward to the night:(

 

More Later….

This morning Ananya took a Banana to SD and said Banama,over and over again till he didn’t make the connection.He asked her do you want to eat a banana and she beamed..Banama!Banama!!
Its sounds so cute!
After swimming we went to the grocery store.Without any words,the girls reached out for our hands-Aadi took mine and Nanhi took SD’s and we walked into the store-SD&Nanhi leading.Then Ananya turned back,reached for my free hand and said come!Gosh!how does she know all this?
SD reached for a basket and so did she. She insisted on holding a basket and walking. Aadi and I walked with her,while SD finished the actual shopping.We stopped at the freezers and Aadya was reading labels,pointing at the things and monkey Ananya copied her sister,stopping and pointing at everything and babbling.
When I made sweets for her classmates,Aadya tasted one and said..”Mum,when Ananya is a little older and you can send her to a daycare,I want you to start your own dessert cafe business from home.” Awww..my baby!! How does she know my heart’s desires so well..?I said ok,we’ll think about it.
Today,she wanted to eat a hot dog.So,we go sausages and hot dog buns and I made sausages for her at home and she took two bites and said..”Wow!Mum,this is even better than the shop…you should really start that cafe..” When I said,OK..she asked me to come and sit next to her so we could discuss a name for the business.
It is so sweet to hear Ananya’s babbles and Aadya’s indulgent big sister giggles.When did Aadi grow up so much?Lately,I have been wondering about this a lot.She is using such big words- “Mum you are a gracious mum” “Some of the kids were being naughty,so unfortunately we missed on some treat..” “Our toddler is so this,so that..I am so proud of her.”

My little imp,my princess,my mind readers,my heart beats…my little munchkins… Love them to bits..

Just a quick Hi to let you know that the Diwali party was a big hit..Lots of fun,laughter,food..The kids had a blast lighting sparklers.between 6 kids and 1 toddler(Anan!),they finished a little over 100 sparklers. 

The menu was- Pulav,Rajma,Cherry Tomato Masala(yumm!!),Gobhi Manchurian and Raita.Everyone brought one dish each and for dessert I made Ras Malai..which was big hit. A friend’s husband told me that it was better than the Haldiram Version!!yayy!! 

I’ll share the recipe tomorrow. unfortunately,we have no pics of the food..but there are some pics of us..which we remembered at the last minute 🙂 So,a few pics were clicked.

I’m going to call it a night and get some sleep while the toddler sleeps..:) 

ohh and I couldn’t go for the Relay for life today..I am really hoping to make it tomorrow morning.

 

‘Run,run,run’these three words,describe my day today..and I can’t believe how I got through it..
My day started at 6:30 am..I woke up to the chirping birds today.And 5 minutes after I woke up,so did Ms.Ananya 🙂 Yes she has an alert system!
10 minutes later,Ms.Aadya woke up..I think she has an alert system too.
Then there was drama-Anan wanted a feed,Aadi wanted a cuddle and I just wanted some more sleep.So,Anan fed,Aadi sulked and I..well,I just tried to stay awake and patient.
Anan fed,Aadya cuddled and we got out of bed,by 7:30 am.And the usual run around started-getting them ready and fed and rushing out the door by 8:30am.
After school drop-off,I headed out for my workout-finished that,went to the Toy Library to collect the chairs for our Diwali party tomorrow,got back home by 11:00am.
Cooked breakfast &tea-fed Anan&self.While I was eating,the cleaner called..and I had to go pick her up.Came back by 1:15pm-Started cleaning with the cleaner-I can’t sit and watch when someone else is cleaning.
2:40pm-shower& headed off to pick up Aadya.
3:15-came home,got Aadi changed and headed out to the park for a b’day party.
Poor Ananya had only had two 10 minute naps,by then and was so tired and sleepy. I put her in the pram and walked around during the first half of the party.The second half-carried her around and then chased her.
5:20pm-came home-folded laundry,sorted the pantry.cooked dinner-Pasta.
7:15pm-went to the temple,fed the girls in the car.
8:30pm-Went for a facial(SD stayed home with the girls!) I almost cancelled the facial..but I figured I deserved it,after the day I had had.The only time I sat down,was when I was driving or feeding Anan.

The facial was nice,relaxing..and the day is over.And I am not working tomorrow!!So,hopefully I can stay in bed a little longer.
Have a good weekend,everyone!

Because I was too tired to post yesterday..I am trying to make up for it,with pics:)

 Lakshmi Pooja set up–
There are so many precious things on this Puja table!

The Golden cloth you see-that was my Bridal stole-specially designed for the occasion and handmade by the girl who applied my bridal mehendi.

The Blue cloth is another favorite Dupatta-never used,except to grace the prayer table. 

The lamp on the left-is a gift from my mother-in-law.One of her students gave it to her and she passed it on to me,knowing my love of brass lamps.

The lamp on the right- was gift from one of my dad’s client.It’s a part of the pair..and my mum always said,that she would give one to each of her daughters.When I got married,dad gave it to me,as a part of the wedding presents.

The copper vessels- again a part of the wedding presents..traditional gifts given by a father to his daughter,when she gets married.

All these things in the same photograph,make it my favorite photo now:)

aah the joy of sparklers..Ms.Ananya learns from watching her sister.I have to tell you though..for the first two days,all she was interested in was trying to taste the sparks! By the third day..she knew the drill and I could leave her alone for 2 secs to take a picture!

 

Hope you had a wonderful,lit up Diwali too!