Happy Friday!

Happy Friday Folks!

Hope you enjoy the picture.

Little Woman-sugar & spice!

Days passed by so swiftly since the time Risha had her surgery yet she remembers every moment spent at Sick Kids. No wonder young children before they are aware of their own self-importance, learn so easily. Her evasion is quicker than an adult, simply muddles me.

Yesterday with her intellectual expression, beautiful eyes and poise she expresses me her experience almost like a sunset "Mom you know when they took me to the Recovery Room, there was lots of kids to see me and noise but I didn't have that mask on ( strawberry flavored as she requested)".....really I said...."yeah, but then I wanted to sleep" and then what happened I asked..."and then daddy comes and says Hi baby and I fell off to sleep again".....And I thought to myself what a wonderful little woman she is. Oh yeah....her words circled comfortably in her mouth like bubble gum, swished around sweetly soft and satisfying.....Isn't it like taking a bite of something lovely? If only we could eat words. It is this incredibly benevolent little lady that wanted me to know there was no reason to be afraid. She took great delight in telling me that the girl who picked her up and switched her to her room did hurt her a little bit....describing like a self fulfilling prophecy.....my imagination reeled, mere moments passed I came to realize that sitting in here every minute with her I enjoyed and savored...and her spirit, I can never catch it running after it....

She came close and kissed me soft, hugging me tight like a kitten huddling in the shelter of your clasp, I saw now moon's glow, and then she spoke "Look now I can use my left hand completely...I can move my hand at the back of my head, touch the tip of my nose, hang in the monkey bar, blah, blah, blah"....

With Risha's image before me and seeing her happy, my inner soul whispers in my ears that "she's an adornment of life"!

Young & the Restless!

Summer's Pride!

Yard Sale
Farmer's Market
Quilted Heirlooms, Saint Jacobs Farmer's Market

For all those who wants an update as to how's Risha doing? She's doing GREAT! we definitely see some improvement in her hand movement and physiotherapy is still on plus exercises at home...

Finally spring has arrived with double digit temperatures, weather is gorgeous and in no time hot sizzling summer will arrive too. There's no ignoring summertime. Fun time is here again (coming soon actually!) as kids dash out in bikinis, holding bucket and spade in hands, lapping on loads of sunblock lotion and running off in flipflop in a carefree manner, love sun drenched days, garden fragrances thick in the air, the dandelions and buttercups gild all the lawn and starlit nights. After being trapped indoor for good 7 months, now its time to break free and bask in the warm sunshine! There's burst of activities lined up. And naturally there'll be barbecue invitations too. And when I say burst of activities, one of them that's lined up for me is "GARAGE SALE", also called "Rummage Sale", "Attic Sale"....I'm a complete "Garage Sale Savvy" come weekends and I love to explore from one street to the other looking for mostly decorative items, an excellent way of spring cleaning for many, to get rid of old stuff and start afresh, and for many like me these items becomes treasure....usually I'm an "Early Bird" in Garage Sale meaning arrive before the hours of sale to review the items....after all who wouldn't love the summer morning so bright and fresh, birds darting to breast the breeze and sweeps the cool clear sky!

The second and the last burst of activities that I'm crazy about is "Farmer's Market"-a benefit for the urban consumer who values quality, variety and freshness in food. I usually visit one that's close to my house but this time guaranteed I'm going to Saint Jacobs-heard Farmer's Market here is fabulous every season. Aisles and aisles of fresh produce from across Ontario and from local farm gardens. More than 600 vendors in a colorful rural settings. Plus crafts, home decor, clothes, tools and many more. The other incentive that draws me to visit this place is the "On-site petting barn" that I wanted to show my elder one for the longest time. I definitely want to discover this Saint Jacobs country, have a gentler time, explore one of Canada's largest year-round farmer's market.

Summer is definitely a strong and commanding season, where it leaves many traces of its presence. Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts!

Picture Perfect!

Here's some more pics of Risha ( on demand)....hope you enjoy!

Peaceful, Easy Feeling!

March 24th..Risha's pink cast has been removed....seeing her hand straight and meeting the Physiotherapist gave me a feeling of calm ....though her arm is soar right now and for obvious reason( the cast which hugged her tight for the last three weeks)....the process goes on..doesn't stop here....physiotherapy, reviews and probably more....still keeping my fingers crossed and hoping that this should be it....

The collapsed feeling under my skin has made me strong now....and the latent force within me made me hop off the straight and narrow...all these came from an indomitable will I guess..A month ago it was painful and now its an experience....That's life I suppose when we come across challenges, obstacles and less than perfect conditions and with each step we take we become more skilled, confident and successful...

Yet Peaceful, easy feeling is what I'm going through!....

Stratford and its People!

Ontario Street in Stratford during Summertime!

Statue of William Shakespeare

Shakespeare Theater (view from outside)

Stratford's City Hall

Swan-symbol of Stratford


Gardens
Galleries

Hi Guys I'm finally into blogging again....weekend being gorgeous, bright and sunny, was tempted enough to be outdoor.

Just an update for all those who wants to know as to how's Risha doing..she doing Great! She's brave like I always say and I'm not bragging at all and she took it all with a SMILE!

So back to what I was saying ...On Tuesday i.e March 11th my favorite uncle and aunt visited us. My last blog does mention of this place Stratford, yes they are the ones who belong to this place and we make it a point to visit them on most long weekends...makes us relax and away from daily routine....to top it all who wouldn't love to chit chat with such amazing couple who make you feel at home...Though the world is a mixture of good and bad but its a rare sight to see such wonderful people ( my uncle and aunt ). Someone with whom you can be yourself and don't have to put on a plastic smile. Finding people in your own relations is kinda difficult..having age gap of good 35 years yet they make me at ease instantly...the moment we meet them we immediately get connected....they are someone who has no hang ups in life....no formalities whatsoever...complete straightforward people....I think next to my best friend if I could discuss something it would be them....conversations could go on ....they are full of qualities...My hats off to them for being who they are and how they are! ...and where they are ...the place they belong to... beautifies them even more....lush green landscapes, Shakespearean gardens, heritage buildings, downtown and the eating joints with patio beautifully decorated with impatience flowers all these and many more make it even more enchanting....Gives me calmness of mind, evenness of temper, undisturbed state, coolness and composure....

Stratford is a city located on Avon River in Southwestern Ontario. Its small town image is indeed worth seeing. Swan is the symbol of the city. From what I've heard is that the city was named after Stratford of England, Shakespearean fame...Mainly retired people reside in this city...not that young couples don't live here....to add to it the quality of life is better compared to big cities....Considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Canada...a must see Gateway...Stratford has the magic to make it memorable....

On that note folks "Prepare to be enchanted"!

Think Spring

Thought no "tell tales" today rather KISS ( keep it short n' simple).

On an opening note special thanks to all those who commented for Risha's speedy recovery. Risha is getting better everyday. So happy to see her getting used to daily routine ( although her cast is still on), she's playing, eating, back to her "monkey business" basically. Managing all with one hand for now. She's brave. I am proud that she took it all in her stride. She's indeed special !

Daylight Saving starts tomorrow, already feeling the loss of one hour sleep everyday. Damn it! don't like the idea of setting the clock one hour ahead. But guess I have to being in this part of the world.

On an experimental basis, yesterday I was listening to the song "Jashn E Baharaa" ( "Jashn" means "Celebration" and "Baharaa" means "spring" ) from Jodha Akbar, I fell in love with this song. Love this song to death.Right from lyrics, music and above all the singer is mesmerizing. I know credit goes to AR Rehman but the singer ( Does anyone know who's the singer?) and his voice is out of the world. Its a Masterpiece. Now that Spring is approaching, this song fits the mood and as someone correctly mentioned, yup... it is the song of the season ,what a song!! The English Translation of the song is :

"Although its time of the spring festival, love is surprised to see that fragrance is annoyed with the flowers in the garden (hence the flower and fragrance are separated)
someone is hiding in the veil of sadness, all the beauty is hesitant, the threads of time are dormant, and there are unsure thoughts in the heart."

On that note "Think Spring" and "Happy Weekend Folks"

Tear for Fear

Ever since I got the phone call from Sick Kids Foundation for Risha's surgery, I was petrified. Varoius kinds of thoughts were streaming down my mind. Made several calls to close friends to ease myself but nothing helped. Didnt know what to do. On one hand I knew that nothing's gonna happen as its an external surgery nothing related to the major organs but on the other hand I was worried about aneasthesia & all that. I could not even concieve of the idea that my precious daughter would go to an operation theatre and come out unconscious with all kinds of wires hanging around her. Cant even imagine! My eyes almost went dry. Tears for Fear. Thanks to Decn and Chhabi for their constant support. But on the contrary I was absoulutely tensionless when Risha was in the OT, I guess the migrane took it all, partially also left it all upto the panel of doctors & the confidence they instilled in me.

Thank God, its all over. I must mention here & it is indeed worth mentioning that the services rendered by Sick Kids Foundation is par excellent. Special thanks to Dr. Sevan Hopyan, Dr. Farshid Tabloie, Nurse:Jesse, Kaitlyn & Cast Specialist:Fay.

Now I just hope & pray that Risha recovers soon & the purpose for which the surgery is done is met & we dont have to go thru it again. Good Luck Risha & Mummy loves you. You are my most treasured possession!!!