Toys are the path way - ParenthoodDiaries #56

Kids came to receive me, as I had returned from a 9 day business tour. They were absolutely excited to see me, and even more excited to see the toys I brought along.

Toys are my pathway to their heart!

Because toys are their language - ParenthoodDiaries #55

Because, toys are their language.

My mom keeps telling me the story about how I used to take out all the toys on Sunday, play the whole day, sleep getting tired and she would arrange the toys back in the rack on the Monday morning.

So, here is my version of it now, just that it's double the size and maids are there to help me out.

Relating to their names - ParenthoodDiaries #54

Kids learnt "Bharat Maata Ki Jai" and Orissa's capital as "Bhuvaneshwar", during their course work at school. So they came home and said:

Bharat: Amma, I'm 'Bharat Maata Ki Jai'

Bhuvan: Amma, I'm 'Bhuvaneshwar'

After hearing about Mahabharat, Bharat says "Amma, I'm Mahabharat". I'm thinking that I must be narrating the story of 'Lagaan' to Bhuvan! 

The Mahabharat exposure - ParenthoodDiaries #53

First exposure of Bharat & Bhuvan to "The Mahabharat" - here are their 5 Pandavas. They are eagerly waiting to get 100 Kauravas now!!!

We purchased these toys at ISCON, so they initially thought these are all different forms of Krishna. Later we told them about Pandavas. 

Plants & gardening - ParenthoodDiaries #52

 I picked up gardening from my mom. I'm glad Bharat & Bhuvan are, probably, picking the same from me.

They have planted seeds of Tomato, Methi, Jack fruit and Dates lately. Here are their first little plants, and they are waiting for the fruits already! The backyard in our society has been their favorite play-time-place since an year.

I'm pretty happy that they are developing love towards soil and plants.

That lovely "Thalaiva" connection between Tennis and Cricket!!

 

Wimbledon shaking hand with Kerala's annual snake boat race!

 

Wimbledon-2023 shakes hand with "Naatu Naatu"!! Wonderful thought.

 

Rain lilli plant at home garden!

When I was a student, one day my dad messaged me - "Along with what your professors are teaching, also learn how they are teaching". This advice has forever changed the way I see the learning process.

At some point in everyone's career, 'what we have learnt about how we do things' start mattering more than 'what we know about them'. The earlier we realize this, the better prepared we will be for facing difficult and diverse opportunities.

Learn how to do things!

When I was a student, one day my dad messaged me - "Along with what your professors are teaching, also learn how they are teaching". This advice has forever changed the way I see the learning process.

At some point in everyone's career, 'what we have learnt about how we do things' start mattering more than 'what we know about them'. The earlier we realize this, the better prepared we will be for facing difficult and diverse opportunities.

KGF Chapter 3 by Chat GPT!

Dear KGF makers, here is the ChatGPT for you!

Bring the Chapter 3 at the earliest, otherwise you will have to compete with the world's best AI bots to protect your storyline!

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Can you imagine what will be the storyline of KGF Chapter 3?

Certainly! As an AI language model, I can speculate a potential storyline for "KGF Chapter 3," although it should be noted that this is purely speculative and not based on any official information. Here's one possible story concept:

"KGF Chapter 3" could continue the epic saga of Rocky's rise to power in the criminal underworld, exploring new challenges and conflicts that he must overcome. The story may delve deeper into the political landscape of Kolar Gold Fields, revealing intricate power struggles and rivalries among different factions.

In this installment, Rocky might face formidable adversaries who seek to dethrone him and seize control of the gold mines. These adversaries could include powerful politicians, rival gang leaders, or even international forces attracted by the immense wealth of the region.

Amidst the chaos, Rocky may find his personal life under threat, with loved ones and allies facing danger. He could be driven to make difficult choices to protect those he cares about, blurring the line between hero and anti-hero.

As the story progresses, Rocky could also uncover hidden secrets about the Kolar Gold Fields, potentially involving historical revelations, treacherous conspiracies, or even supernatural elements tied to the rich history of the mines.

"KGF Chapter 3" might culminate in a climactic showdown, where Rocky confronts his most formidable adversary yet, striving to reclaim his position as the ultimate power in Kolar Gold Fields and secure the legacy he has fought so hard to build.

Again, I must emphasize that this is purely speculative and not based on any official information. The actual storyline of "KGF Chapter 3" will be determined by the filmmakers and the creative team behind the movie.

Army activity - ParenthoodDiaries #51

 Below shown is the INDIAN ARMY activity done by Bharat & Bhuvan today evening at home!!

It's absolutely true that engaging them on an activity is much simpler than making them do the HOMEWORK. Kids absolutely are choosy, and they are right almost every time in their choices about what they want to do. Such raw minds and raw thoughts!! It's so beautiful to know about them day after day.

Helping with homework - ParenthoodDiaries #50

 I think they have already started helping each other in finishing homework! The below looks as if one of them has written in both the books. They did it on their own by the time I returned from work, so can't make out exactly!!!

Don't miss observing the "Uses of legs"!!!

Driving can be a blissful expereince!

 I have lately realized that driving can be a blissful experience, if we can "smile at small things", l- The music of horns that perfectly echo with the traffic signal turning GREEN, as if the V2X tech is already in place!

- Children at traffic signal, who spray soap water onto the windshield to clean, upon refusing to give money spray more water, and make a gesture saying "clean it yourself"!

- Drivers who use their hands to make "what madam!" sort of gestures, upon nearly missing a collision that was to happen due to their decision to display skills!

and lastly,

- Commuters sitting on the back seat of the bikes or pedestrians crossing the road anywhere else than zebra crossings, play the role of traffic police to enact a STOP signal with superior confidence!!!

Smile at small things and driving can be a blissful experience!

School reopen - ParenthoodDiaries #49

First day of school today after the summer break! Bharat and Bhuvan are into Sr.kg now. They very much enjoyed the summer vacation with their grand-mom being in Pune.

Kids are back to school. My mom is going back to our village today. And I'm back to my everyday adventurous routine.

The school-made traffic sign recognition!

 The "school-made" traffic sign recognition system! One more reason to be religiously following the traffic rules, as violation might result into much more damage than mere fines.

Such a pleasure observing this palm leaf growing!!!

 

Kids expression about going to school - #ParenthoodDiaries 48

Kids didn't know much language in JrKG, so they used to say "No school!", on the days that they didn't want go to school.

Now in SrKG, they have started saying, "Mujhe school nahi jaana hai, kithne baar jaana hai school (I don't want to go to school, how many times I have to go)"!!

Interesting times ahead!!

After the blackhole theory...!

 After the blackhole theory, the hardest to explain is...

... why a demo did not work, just at the time of demonstration!

Digital payments in India!

 Here are the amazing statistics about the growth of digital transactions in India, in the last five years. 

Some of us don't even recall how many months it's been, since we visited ATMs for money withdrawal. The era of digitalization has just begun.

 So, another spectacular 'R' has got added to the RRR - This time, The OSCAR!

Great exhibition of talent and perseverance.

Hearty congratulations to all the artists, technicians and audience associated with this song.

Didn't you know 'Naatu'? 😏

A little sweet gesture on this women's day!

 A little sweet gesture from our colleagues, which will stay long in the memory lane!

Due to the munching taste of the chocolate, didn't care enough at that moment, to know who arranged this for all the women at our Verolt, Pune office. Heartfelt thanks to everyone behind this. Means a lot.

Varaha Roopam moment - #ParenthoodDiaries 47

Today my kids saw people playing Holi in our apartments. After coming home, one of the kids said- "Amma, we saw people looking like Varaha Roopam!".

They recently had the annual day function in their school, in which Varaha Roopam song from Kantara movie was a part. They came home and said - "Amma, today Varaha Roopam came to our school and said whooaaaaaa"!

Book: Shivaji - The Great Maratha

I have been in a state of euphoria ever since I completed reading this book about Shivaji Maharaj. I'm yet to pick the next one to read!!!

Having been staying in Maharashtra for the last 14 years, and having visited almost all forts that Shivaji once either conquered or constructed, I got naturally connected to the anecdotes of bravery mentioned in the book.

I always was mesmerized about the legacy he left behind in terms of the cultural values here in Maharashtra. After reading this book, I have realized how he established it that strong, which is still lived and celebrated here. That's the greatest sign of the level of impact a leader can have, on not just his generation but the following too.

On Shivaji's birth anniversary today, I feel absolutely blessed to have learnt about him more through the book, which is extremely well researched and narrated by Mr. Ranjit Desai. We owe a lot to the writers like him, who bring the historic events to the knowledge of the next generations. 

London Underground!

My understanding of an 'Engineering Marvel' has got changed forever, after experiencing the London Underground train transportation. They call it 'The Tube'.

I'm still in the awe of its amazing construction and usage, which started 160 years ago!