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Saturday, 16 November 2013

A month with Kangaroo Kids

A ha… friends,  here comes a new twist to my daily routine…Play School !!!   Well it all started few days back with discussions at home as to where I should be sent and also visiting various schools in the nearby
vicinity.

Anisha at Kangaroo kids
My Play School - Kangaroo Kids 


Till now I was already having a busy schedule with getting up early in the morning, having my bed milk, play with my toy friends, make tea and food for all in my kitchen (It’s the latest addition to my gifts, will share  the story about it sometime soon) take bath , afternoon nap and then finally meet all friends in the building for updates… now the whole point and confusion was to fit the school in this busy
schedule. phewww
Anisha at school


After the entire search operation my mom and dad zeroed down on Kangaroo Kids - Powai which is very near to our place. And we selected the second slot from 11am as my parents know how busy Im during the morning hours  :)


On a weekend I was taken to the new school to show me the place and meet all teachers ….I was all thrilled as there was a huge set of toys, cycle, sand dunes and my cartoon friends drawn all around. At first go itself i was like lets start the fun ASAP.
Anisha at Kangaroo kids powai
Waiting for my class

All set for the class

Im ready... lets move

My School Bag

School dress

My Kangaroo

Different Moods


And the D day arrived -My first day at the playschool will always be a moment for pause, the entire family was there with me to the school and all attended the trial session with me :) more than me the rest of my family members were skeptical about how I will manage this change. In-fact for first few days my grandmom used to wait downstairs for me to complete the school so that I need not wait or get worried for not seeing anyone after the class gets over.

In Conversation 

Only Self Study

Me and Friend

Self Study

Teaching the teacher

One on One 

Traditional Day at Kangaroo's 

Celebration

Learning



Attending the trail Session


Soon the trial session ended and I was all set to join the school and which was a real fun and suddenly I felt that I am no longer a toddler and it was a huge spectrum of change even for all around me.  From the day I have joined, a new set of world has emerged in front of me… Daily learning new rhymes and narrating the same back at home (not sure how much they get it as many time I saw them searching on youtube ) With teachers, it was fun to make / learn creative activities like drawing, colouring, finger painting,  crafts and the best part was gifting them to parents back at home.





All my collection of hard work from school

My Masterpiece collections  


Now that I have completed 1 month at school, there are lot of good memories … learning new things, my first teachers (Shruti ,Deepa, Vanita ) and made my first few friends (Samara, Raghav, Purav …. Other
name I am still to remember). It was a wonderful time sharing bday parties, Traditional dress day, Diwali celebration, Party for Grandparents and attending the vacation camp :)

IM A BIG GIRL NOW !! And these days the song I know just know how to whisper ….. Papa kehte hain bada naam karega :)



After a hard day.. Over and Out :)





Some pointers to be taken care of while preparing for schooling
  •             Visit the play school in advance and get to know the details
  •       Meet the teacher’s  
  •       Obtain the school handbook
  •       Shop together for required school supplies
  •       Obtain a class schedule and activity chart
  •       Spend time together before school commences
  •       Be supportive but also learn to let go. 
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Thursday, 10 October 2013

Oh Crap!! Potty Training


Day by day all my luxuries and privileges are taken away and getting restricted by all these worldly disciplines and so called way of living.. And in this series, the new addition was doing potty at the right place. Yes you all guessed it right …my dad got me a potty training gear!!
Potty Training
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

Of all the things in the world, is this a gift he should get for me !!

Never thought it’s such a looked for event by parents. Nevertheless when I saw it for the first time, I was excited as you all know how much I love gifts. To start with it was all rosy ..but later when I was forced to sit on it repeatedly  and people started making funny noise and actions, I started getting irritated.
Anisha watching TV
While Watching Rhymes!!






















Nowadays early morning after my milk session, someone will pick me and bring me straight to the potty chair… it took me sometime to understand and also realized that one more privilege has been taken
away. Earlier I had all the luxury of lying in bed and do whatever I want till late morning and there were people around to take care..zing


Potty Training
Potty in Style






















But I was proud and happy with the fact that it was my very own potty chair and need not share as others do at home. It been personalized by writing my name on it and decorate it with stickers.

As said by some great person “knowledge shared is gained”, now after 2 month of getting introduced to the potty training chair- I am a PRO and currently in the process of teaching other friends… Eshnu
(Elephant) is the first one to get trained :)




Anisha with her Friend
Teaching What I Learned To My Friend !





Helping your toddler during this period need a lot of tact, time, tolerance, and creativity. For the first time, parents may become aware of their child's learning style and their teaching style. Also it’s important to wait for the clue as to when they are ready and try not to push your little one before he/she is interested.
Anisha Pillai
The Morning Bell Has Rung :)

Few people in fact told my dad that start it between 2 to 3 years.. but looks like he was in a hurry , as that’s the time when they have enough muscle control to hold urine in their bladders for a few hours. But nevertheless, I do take pride in successfully learning the process.

I truly believe, Everything in life there is a season. Just wait patiently for the right time before you start pushing…. When it happens, it means it's time, enjoy what I'm doing, and it always brings a genuine feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. Hope you all Agree :)
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Tuesday, 17 September 2013

Celebrating Onam @ Cochin

Happy Onam everyone!


Onam is one festival which is celebrated by Malayalees without any religious constrain in Kerala and across the world. Last year I was with by my dad, mom and Achamma (Dads mom)  in Mumbai and had good Onam Sadya and this year in cochin with grandparents, uncle, aunt and cousin Ananya. Will miss dad as he could not join us because of his job commitments but I had made sure me and mom will keep him posed on all the developments.

Memories of last year Onam in Mumbai


HAPPY ONAM
With Athapookkalam 
Me and Achamma




Playing with Dad

ME and Dad



























































It was an awesome trip this time to cochin, from the time I landed here the gifts were pouring like cats and dogs :) It was more than what I have expected. In fact I was practicing with my dad in Mumbai as to how I would be demanding gifts from all and make sure I get it :) … but to my surprise it looked like all were competing as to who would be giving me more ….. I love them all. 

Celebration Onam at Cochin



Anisha and Ananya

Getting ready for temple visit
My grandma was preparing for Onam from last 10 days …. Collecting gifts and stuffs to make various dishes to treat us for Onam Sayda. Thiruvonam day morning is always special, I went to temple with all and get ready for a gala Onam sumptuous feast  ..which includes best chips, kheer, palada …….   and ends with payasam.
Lovely Onam Sayda made by grandma


Enjoying my Onam Sayda

For my non Malayalee friends sharing the story my dad told about Onam -here is a summary.

Kerala in ancient times was ruled by a demon “Mahabali”  he was suppose to be a bad person but this dude was an exception. In his kingdom Kerala was prosperous and peaceful and the regime was so good that even Gods, felt threatened by his popularity so they devised a cunning plan to overthrow him.

They send Mr Vishnu(another Hindu god) dressed up as a sage(Vamana-A Brahmin boy). Mahabali being a very generous person he agreed to a request of 3 feet of land for the ‘sage’ to meditate.  Soon after the request was granted the sage turned to a mega-monster and covered sea with one and land in 2nd step and had nowhere to take the third step. 

As Mahabali never go back on his word, he asked the sage to take the next step on his head and in no time he was pushed to underground, forever. But before that Gods showed some mercy on him and granted permission to return to his homeland once every year to check on his people. And that day is Onam when the whole state is decked up to welcome their beloved king.

The other thing I liked about onam is the tradition of preparing beautiful Athapookkalam (rangoli with flowers) in olden days it was made in lawn outside everyone’s house but now with flat concept cemented bobby’s are decorated. I enjoyed all process and the final outcome.
pookkalam
Athapookkalam 
At the end all the efforts was paid off with a good lunch together with the whole family and loads of gifts. Next year also i will be here to celebrate Onam and will give list of gifts in advance :)

    
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Monday, 9 September 2013

In love with sand and beaches

Again it was the vacation time, this time it’s only me, mom and dad. And this time its was to Puri in Orissa. As any other kid I also love being outdoors and when its sand its double fun. I just loved the time when we were on sand …. a day at the beach is one of the most thrilling things a kid can imagine … a week's vacation there is pure nirvana!!! 
Anisha at puri beach
Anisha at Puri beach



Anisha with Sand



















We were booked in Golden Sands- Sterling Holidays Resort at Puri an ideal place to enjoy Sea, sand and sun in the temple town.
With King uncle at Sterling Holidays Resort - Puri 

The place where we stayed was an ideal place and beach was only for us to enjoy… Sun down with nobody around !!!
At Puri Beach Market



Night Market at Puri Beach















I loved the time spent at beach with full of sand around and this is one thing I miss in at my home in Mumbai. Sometime my dad use to leave me alone to play and be with myself and that’s the time I have taken full advantage of being with the nature.. And it feels so ama-azing. Though after that it was his duty to give me a bath and get all the sand out of my cloths and hair. 
My Friend Sand..
Enjoying the Beach from far


Sand and more sand

Anisha with sand at Puri
























































































While I was busy playing with sand and enjoying the ocean there were few uncles building some awesome sandcastles with sand but because of the low light pictures could not be taken. One day I also plan to build something like that and showoff to others.

 Sand is one of the purest forms of nature and children can explore their imagination. And the word “NO” i learned  recently came very handy.

Dad : Are you done ?
Me : NO
Dad: you are getting dirty..
Me : NO
Dad : Its enough for the day..
Me : NO
Dad: you might be hungry…
Me : NO
Dad : Give me whatever you just put in your mouth.
Me : NO
Dad: Ok fine, eat it and get sick.
Me : NO
Dad: Stop saying no. 
Me : NO
Dad: lets go back to resort and get some rest …. 
Me : NO
…..
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But finally people with strength overpower people with kind heart who only want to play in sand and we head back to our resort and eagerly wait for the next day when I can be back.




Searching for Sand


I can play for hrs in sand but like all good things this also come to an end after our 4 days of stay at Puri were over and it was time we move to Bhubaneswar for the next leg of vacation.

What do you need to take care off when your kids plan to enjoy their Vacation on Sand?

  • Baby wipes are something which will come as handy, You can use them to wipe off your hands
  • Put sunscreen on before you head out.
  • Keep a towel in the car or with you  just for wiping off sands.
  • Pack empty plastic bags for carrying home wet, sandy suits and shoes.
  • A big beach umbrella to give you an oasis of shade.

Puri -City in India

Puri is a city and the district headquarters of Puri district, Odisha, eastern India. It is situated on the Bay of Bengal, 60 kilometres south of the state capital of Bhubaneswar.
Puri is a coastal district of Odisha, famous for its historic antiquities, religious sanctuaries, architectural grandeur, sea-scape beauty, and its moderate climate. It holds a wealth of attractions for the visitors.

Places of interest



Bhubaneswar -City in India

Bhubaneswar, also spelt Bhubaneshwar, is the capital of the Indian state of Odisha, formerly known as Orissa. The city has a history of over 3,000 years starting with the Mahamegha-bahana Chedi dynasty which had its capital at Sisupalgarh, nearby. Wikipedia
Population: 837,737 (2011)
Area: 419 km²
Weather: 26°C, Wind NW at 3 km/h, 98% Humidity

Places of interest
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Wednesday, 21 August 2013

Umbrella Umbrella Everywhere

Color colors ever where !!! With the monsoon and rain pouring in, It's a season of umbrella everywhere and it was like a fascination for me. Where ever saw someone carrying an umbrella, I just happen to give a shout umbena umbena umbena!! ...its umbrella in my language !!zing!! and its an indication that I also want one of my own :)

umbrella and Anisha
Anisha and her Color's
 
This monsoon is special though this is my 2nd monsoon but this the one where I got to know rain. And where ever I traveled during this period it was all awesome experience.. be it Mumbai, kerala or for that matter the vacation to Puri with my mom and dad , I got to see colorful umbrellas everywhere.
 
Anisha and her umbrella
Under the umbrella (Ella ella eh eh eh eh eh eh).

I really loved this season where your can run into your loved ones arms and stay close under these colorful umbrellas.. its time where the emotions run higher than weather.

Though ignored for a long time but finally I got my own umbrella which my mom got during one of her shopping spear for me. I personally feel if you love rain you should not be holding an umbrella, but with all this fairy tale colors spread on it….  I just want someone to hold for me and be under it to enjoying the rains.
 
Anisha's umbrella
My Own Hello Kitty Umbrella  

I can’t believe when my dad told that some 30-40 years back it use to be only black and no colors added to umbrella… thankfully that’s not the case now. With all the colors added it makes the rain bit more pleasant, with our lovely Umbrellas spread in all shapes, sizes and colors!!
umbrella and Anisha
Umbrella and ME

With rains getting over in Mumbai, I will wait for next monsoon to be back with lot more color's in life.

Love you all!!! Happy Monsoon
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