Kids’ birthdays are so special; not only for the birthday child, but for everyone attending. In a recent attempt to wrap four birthday gifts for four different children, I found myself in the aisles of Target trying to find four unique gift bags. No luck. So, I thought I’d try my hand at a quick andContinue reading “DIY: Monogrammed Gift Bags”
Author Archives: Anjali Joshi
Eight Ways My Kid has Made Me a Better Person
1. I am less finicky about cleanliness. Everything is everywhere – often times minutes after I’ve cleaned. Why do I even bother tidying the house when I know those deadly sharp wooden blocks will end up under my feet anyway? 2. Nothing surprises me. Yesterday I found a sock in the cutlery drawer. This morning IContinue reading “Eight Ways My Kid has Made Me a Better Person”
Mom Goggles
There is a strange, North American phenomenon that has recently been brought to my attention. Mothers have an inflated and unrealistic view of their children; moms think their kids are the smartest, cutest, and most amazing little creatures to ever set foot on this earth. These mothers are wearing what I call ‘mom goggles’. TheseContinue reading “Mom Goggles”
Fourth Trimester Bodies Project
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XMAAmRKZrc Words cannot describe how awesome I think this is. But, I’ll give it a shot anyway. The 4th Trimester Bodies Project gallery brought a smile to my face. It is filled with images of pure, boundless, and complete love. I see a child’s joy-filled laughter. I see connection of souls. I see pride, vulnerability, andContinue reading “Fourth Trimester Bodies Project”
Mommy in the Mirror
The evening sun dips down, lighting the sky to a beautiful shade of scarlet and making the water shimmer alongside The Embarcadero. We are out for another stroll enjoying the stunning view along the port side. Mommies with strollers, joggers, and pet parents with their dogs are a common sight in the evening. In theContinue reading “Mommy in the Mirror”
How My B.Ed. is Making Me a Better Mommy
Not too long ago, when I was a childless, smart-ass teacher, I would scoff under my breath at the sight of frazzled parents struggling to entertain their children over summer vacation. For 10 months a year, I managed a classroom with 25 children; how, then, was it possible these parents were so challenged with theirContinue reading “How My B.Ed. is Making Me a Better Mommy”
Mexican Quinoa Salad
I am a huge fan of Mexican food! The flavorful and aromatic medley of beans, vegetables, and spices is a delight to all the senses. I tossed this salad together this morning for lunch; I am pleasantly surprised, and thought I would share! Mexican Quinoa Salad 1 cup whole grain quinoa 1 1/4 cup waterContinue reading “Mexican Quinoa Salad”
You Made Me A Mother
This 90-second commercial so perfectly articulates the emotions I have tried to convey in this blog. The script can be found here.
Baba
If my son could talk, I am certain this is how he would wish his dad (‘Baba’) a happy birthday. Shortly after I was born, You held me so close and dear, Whispering soft sweet ‘angai’ Into my little ear. Then a few months passed And I learned to sit and crawl, You showed meContinue reading “Baba”
Happy Birthday
I hear giggles as happy children catch bubbles, and mommies and daddies watch their babies play. As I gently place the last cupcake on the tray, I am suddenly overcome with emotion. I am so happy that it almost hurts. Dear son, Today is your first birthday. Every year, on this day, for the restContinue reading “Happy Birthday”
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