Monthly Archives: January 2014

Mastering different languages

Posted on January 30, 2014 by geeta79

At such a tender age it’s amazing how much children soak up information. As a result of me consciously communicating with her in Tamil, she understands the language. And now she is picking up Malay. All these from just daily … Continue reading →

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Mindful Moment

Posted on January 28, 2014 by geeta79

Today, make the decision to practice defenselessness. Each time you find yourself involved in a discussion in which you feel compelled to take one side over another or express your opinion in order to sway that of another person, instead, … Continue reading →

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Striking conversations

Posted on January 26, 2014 by geeta79

The other day I found her outside engaging in a serious conversation with a neighbour who was walking her dog. I stood there and listened. I was surprised to hear her speak so confidently to a lady she has never … Continue reading →

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Unstructured play/learning

Posted on January 26, 2014 by geeta79

I marvel at the way she uses her imagination during unguided play. Often times I am busy with my own things, and she is forced to engage and entertain herself. No iPad, no TV and no electronic games. It’s just … Continue reading →

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Painting the dog

Posted on January 24, 2014 by geeta79

Today she wanted to paint. I gave her a mat, a palette, 2 brushes, watercolor and a mahjong paper. She laid out the mat and started colouring. I left her for a while to make some phone calls. When I … Continue reading →

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Choices

Posted on January 23, 2014 by geeta79

The other day as I sat in the garden, I imagined bringing Svadhi to a salon and have her hair trimmed. I could envision her protesting and saying “I don’t want to cut my hair!”. Then I realized how she … Continue reading →

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Funfair @ Melaka

Posted on January 21, 2014 by geeta79

It has been a long time since we went to a funfair. I remembered when we were little, we get so excited whenever my dad mentions funfair. This is Svadhi’s first time riding a Ferris wheel. At first she was … Continue reading →

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Butterfly & Reptiles Park, Melaka

Posted on January 17, 2014 by geeta79

We had a great time learning about the different species of butterflies and reptiles. This time around Svadhi was not afraid of the crocodiles.

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Success

Posted on January 16, 2014 by geeta79

What does success mean to me? Over the years, my perception of success has taken on a drastic turn. It’s no longer about money per se. It’s developing my personal self to its highest potential and serving my higher purpose. … Continue reading →

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The Moon

Posted on January 16, 2014 by geeta79

I pointed her the moon. It was still bright. The full moon against the backdrop of a brightly-lit sky. It was a sight to behold. She exclaimed “Wow, beautiful moon!” The sky slowly gave way to dusk and then nightfall. … Continue reading →

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