Ever since Akshaya was born, I dreamt of her growing up with a little sister. My own little sister is 15 months younger and not only did we grow up side by side, we shared the best childhood, a room until we were nearly adults, and so many secrets only sisters could keep and laugh at a decade or two Read More …
My parents, like many Tamil immigrants, fled from the civil war in Sri-Lanka in hopes of rebuilding their lives in another country. Canada’s generosity allowed our family to live, thrive, and contribute to society without the fear and hardships that come with war. I feel truly blessed to be living in a land that is not only free but also Read More …
We’ve successfully completed our first year of homeschooling and I couldn’t be happier with the whole experience. I honestly wish I had started sooner. Next year I’ll have to implement a kindergarten curriculum for Vishnu on top of teaching a Grade 3 and 5 student, all the while meeting my infant’s needs. It all seems a bit overwhelming but I Read More …
Social media tends to glamorize the postpartum journey with picture-perfect moms and stylized photoshoots but in reality post-partum is far from glamorous. For most, it’s messy hair in need of a wash, sleep deprivation, pain and aches, a squishy belly, and your partner’s t-shirts because nothing else fits. And all this on top of the frustrations of breastfeeding or guilt Read More …
My husband became a father for the first time a month after turning 26 years old. He did not know instinctively how to be a father or how to support me during labour or postpartum. The 21 year old me, rather than telling him what I needed from him, started resenting him instead. I assumed that as my partner and Read More …
My pregnancy with Arayana was definitely a surprise. As much as I wanted four children, I was pretty content with the three that I had at home, especially after what had happened with Vishnu. I experienced a lot of anxiety during my pregnancy as a result. However, I knew I was in the best hands possible because I was in Read More …
If you’re on the lookout for some amazing non-fiction picture books for your older children, I’ve got the perfect recommendations for you guys. My kids adore these books and read them as bedtime stories often. They are full of information, details, and beautiful illustrations. From top to bottom, left to right: 1. “The Atlas of Monsters” by Sandra Lawrence explores Read More …
Last February, the kids and I tried Gigante beans cooked in a delicious tomato sauce, for the first time at the St. Lawrence Market. We fell in love with these large, creamy, buttery beans in tomato sauce and I knew I hard to learn to make it at home. Gigante beans, are essentially large Lima beans and unfortunately are not Read More …
Ever since I started blogging some years ago, I’ve mentioned here and there how I refuse to deep-fry anything at home due to Akshaya having asthma. The smoke resulting from deep-frying, usually triggers an attack in her. However since Akshaya left public school in June of 2019, she has stopped taking her daily pill of Singulair, and has only used Read More …
With schools and daycares being closed due to COVID-19 for the past couple weeks, I’ve been getting a lot of messages in regards to homeschooling and activities to keep the kids busy at home. Truth be told, I haven’t been on Instagram much because I’ve been taking the time to be more present with my kids. We have the opportunity Read More …
