Because it feels so good! I know some you might find it difficult to sink your teeth into, but that's the whole and soul of it really. At the time I had my first baby, I did not know I had an option to breastfeed or to not. I was a first-time mommy and looked to my mom for every little thing about … [Read more...]
Corn Cutlets and Fried Leftover Dhokla for Monsoon Tea Time
What is it about rains and a craving for deep fried food? This past Sunday was perfect weather for evening tea and steaming hot snacks. I don't intend to be a spoil sport so I let the family indulge, but I favor shallow fried recipes. And my family loves this quick and easy creation with seasonal … [Read more...]
School Bus Safety Tips for Kids
Since children do not drives buses and cars, they have no idea how much responsibility and concentration it takes. Parents need to educate their children about school bus safety to ensure that they behave responsibly when traveling in the school bus. School Bus Safety 1. Educate your kids … [Read more...]
5 Incentives to Make You File Your Income Tax Returns Now
I have multiple financial and lifestyle goals in mind when I file my taxes every year. Not that I have a choice - we all know that it is mandatory to pay taxes. But I love the benefits attached to filing my IT returns. We have all seen the advertisements promoting becoming "stress free" by paying … [Read more...]
Review: Frangipani Kids Pyjama Kurta Nightsuits
I love buying cute night wear for the kids. There is something about those cute little night suits that makes our angels even more precious! The classic night suit for Indian men, if you remember, used to be the pyjama kurta. It is still favored by many men, I find. Well, Frangipani kids has given a … [Read more...]
STRAWLINX Straw Construction Toy by Crafty Chimp: Review + Giveaway
Looking for more ideas to keep kids busy indoors? Like all you moms, I am busy finding ways to find non-Computer/TV ways to keep them creatively engaged. And I am thrilled to team up with Crafty Chimp who specialize in making well-researched and designed creativity kits. Today, I review my first … [Read more...]
Rainy Day Activity – A Pirate-Mermaid Adventure Storytelling with #colgatemagicalstories
As the monsoon is finally here in full swing, I am looking for creative ideas to keep kids occupied indoors. Today, the kids unlocked their imagination with the Colgate special edition packs. The new value packs contain magical sea world pictures on the inside. The kids can cut these out and let … [Read more...]
What’s In My July Fab Bag?
The monthly arrival of beauty subscription boxes is my personal indulgence. Like every mom, I need some pampering and what better than a surprise box of beauty and makeup goodies. The July fab bag promises a treat to be sure! Here are the contents of the 'Hello Gorgeous' July fab bag. Matte … [Read more...]
Florals for Monsoon…Groundbreaking!
Meryl Streep's cynical dialogue from 'Devil Wears Prada', "Florals....for Spring....Groundbreaking" is my absolute favorite! No, they may not be groundbreaking for spring and neither for the Indian monsoons, but they sure are the most romantic way to step out during a beautiful, wet and windy day. … [Read more...]
A Treasured Collectible from R.M.S Titanic
More than a 100 years after it sunk into the North Atlantic Ocean, the Titanic continues to live in the hearts of people. It holds a special place in my heart too. And I am proud to own a piece of the real Titanic - a bit of authentic coal recovered from the sunken ship! Through books and an … [Read more...]