Category Archives: Parenting

When your baby is little, you are so careful around her! You watch what you say, how you sit and stand and talk, how you behave with others. You do it mainly so she can learn the ‘right’ things. Like … Continue reading →

The days of old-school parenting are long gone, when children were seen and not heard. Today’s children ensure that it is their parents who are (barely) seen and not heard, at least by the kids themselves! 😉 A vital cornerstone … Continue reading →

There are few times when you feel as helpless as when your child is sick. You probably feel most powerless if he is too young to verbalize and (according to you) too young to understand what you are saying. You … Continue reading →

You are a dedicated career person, relatively happy and busy, progressing in your field. Then you hit a speed-bump called ‘having a baby’. Most societies are patriarchal, so the parent who stays home to look after the kids full-time (if … Continue reading →

Today is the 10th anniversary of the horror that was 9/11. On this day a decade ago, many people didn’t know it, but they had said the last words they would ever say to their loved ones, friends and acquaintances. … Continue reading →

When you agree with somebody, there is no problem. You both feel the same. If there is a difference, it is a difference of degree. You like chocolate fudge sundaes, the other person loves chocolate fudge sundaes. Both of you … Continue reading →

I enjoy solving puzzles – anything involving words, numbers, and logic. I don’t always get the answer, but I still enjoy the effort. One morning, as I sent my 6-year old off to school, I told her, “I’ve got a … Continue reading →

You are a loving parent. You may not be the perfect parent you want to be, but you’re certainly trying your best. At least, you think so. I disagree. You are busting a gut trying to set a good example … Continue reading →

You are the world’s best parent – for your child. At the beginning of your parenthood, you’ve got your attitudes and your thoughts sorted out. You’re supportive and encouraging, and as your son keeps asking questions, you experience delight in … Continue reading →

Since I’m introducing the best parent in the world, it will take a bit of time, so this is Part 1 of the Introduction. Part 2 will appear tomorrow. Today, I’d like to introduce you to the best parent in … Continue reading →