Ms.S. is holding an open washable maker in her hand. Tiptoes towards me. Me: no beta, not on me. S: On papa? Me: no beta, only on yr sheet. S. On Dadasaab? Me: no beta, only on yr sheet. S… Read More

My weekend was hectic. I was drained. Physically and emotionally. Yesterday I was feeling low, so I sat at my sewing machine to finish a few pending attire in serious need of mending. I open… Read More

I wake up for my morning prayers. Tiptoeing all the way. I try to be as light as a feather. I fear my doings shall awaken my little angel.   All done. I can sleep again. Tod… Read More

Ms.S. has wriggly frizzy curly piglet tail hair. U pull a strand and it springs back like a coil in the mattress. Today morning I took two pony tails with a centre parting. I tied her hair w… Read More

I left on my usual time today to go pick up S, i leave a tad bit early so that she finds me waiting for her and not the opposite.  The second day of school, i reached 7mins late. Wasnt… Read More

“Sorry about that!” responded Ms.S, when I told her not to touch her big alphabet sticker page without my permission.   After her courteous reply, she put the sticker… Read More

I was sitting on the L shaped sofa with my legs stretched out. Busy with my phone. Ms.S.: You are sitting like a bitch* Me: YOU ARE SITTING LIKE A? Ms.S.: You are sitting like a bitch. Bich… Read More

Sweet Teacher: “She has homework, please complete the worksheets with her over the weekend.” Me: *gulp* homework? Teacher: Yes. The instructions have been provided. So please sit… Read More

“Wake up, it’s getting late”I hear a voice. “It’s getting late for school.” Five more minutes I say, n settle deeper in my blanket. “Farida. Wake up… Read More

Every day since S started school, It has been pouring. *looks up at the sky* U feel me, bro. My routine nowadays is nothing short of military training.  God is definitely my ‘cry… Read More

Responding to freedom n me time. Drop baby to school. Return to a messy house. Clean house,  Do laundry, Clear kitchen. Make food. Check time Grab keys Rush to the stop. Pick up baby R… Read More

Today I felt like Suraj from Life of Pi.  After they reached the shore, Richard Parker walked off like Suraj meant nothing. Richard never looked back. I kept longing for one look, whil… Read More

My husband hasn’t been able to come to check out or enroll or do anything related to S’s school. Today I asked him if it was possible to go together to pick her up. Me. Do u want… Read More

Its raining cats and dogs. Baby needs to reach school. We have fifteen minutes. I run across the road like a cheetah. We get the bus on time. Baby reaches right in time. I spin my umbrella… Read More

New bag. Check. New uniform. Check. New shoes. Check. New water bottle. Check New ponytail bands. Check. So excited for the first day of school. Never slept a wink. Except. Today is HER firs… Read More

Are u Madhuri Dixit? When she replied I heard…… No, I am deep-shit. (Baby pronunciations) Read More

Ms.S.: mummy, baby wants to go to the bathroom. Me to the little girl: u want to go to the bathroom? She stares at me and screams SU SU. I call her mother n tell her, I think yr daughter wa… Read More

Ms.S. asked for a snack A chip packet lay low, I bend down real slow Snap, the back went, crack! Now I am stiff as a bone Walking like a stone. But my offspring is a monkey. I cry blood, &l&hell…Read More

Ms.S.: mummy can I please have strawberries. Me: ok. Ms.S. can I have 5 strawberries? Me: sure. I wash 7, coz there are ONLY seven. Put six on her plate and eat one myself. Her highness thr… Read More

Today evening- Ms.S. dips a biscuit in my chai. Acts strange. Drops biscuits on the side of my mug, Plonks to the side. Husband and I have been staring for the past 7 seconds, ja… Read More

Ms.S.: mummy, I can’t find my lipstick. Me: Did u check your house? *5mins later  Ms.S: mummy I can’t find my lipstick. Me: did you check your toy drawer? *5mins l… Read More

Today I gave up Fenty budget (i’m dead serious) to buy a huge ass amaze balls dollhouse for my sole offspring. After my husband and I take pains to assemble the beautiful house in the… Read More

The third year has escalated the vocabulary, speed and length of sentences to gear 5.  Or lets say, S is forever racing on the tongue track.  Such random nonsense, its insane.&nbsp&hell…Read More

A picture captures a thousand words right. Higher the resolution, higher the depth I guess. If you focus well and click a fantastic moment, it weaves a story on its own. What about the times… Read More

We had a short vivid time together. Precisely 6 weeks. Approximately 40 days. Im still waiting for my returns. We explored new places, spent time together, sat through nights and discussed t… Read More

Actions create a wave of Reactions. Action: taking a trip to a new supermarket. Reaction: oops. REACTIONSSSSSSS, The bill was supposed to be $20, I paid $40. Never got a single sip from the… Read More

Upon following a long line of ants, I made a shocking discovery. A cluster of chewed sticky sweet wrappers shoved behind the sofa cushion. *regretting life decisions* Read More

I do not know whether this year will be terrible or torturous. You are now three. Sometimes a terrifying creature, Sometimes a meek chicken, Sometimes a slimy kisser, Sometimes a tender tedd… Read More

Ms.s. mummy, we are Chinese. (Sing song tone) me: huh, why would say that? Ms.S: Bugis, Chinese, Bugis Chinese. (Sing song tone) Not sure why this weird conversation took place, but I’… Read More

I had plenty to do.  Now I have little.  She was sleeping then. Now she is awake.  It will end up looking like i did nothing.  Bcoz she will turn little to plenty again… Read More

“Dont touch me.” This is what i was told today, sternly.  My soon to be 3 your old made a statement.  I backed off. I had too.  -x- The cause for such a tone was … Read More

8 pm last night, I was in the kitchen making dinner.  Ms.S.:  Mum, can i have some medicine?  Me: why? Are u feeling uncomfortable? MsS. Hmm, can i have 3 medicines. *showing… Read More

After i finished my evening prayers, I noticed, the pringles I had given Ms.S. to devour lay where they were.  Then a lady passed by, S happily offered her PRINGLES.  SHE OFFERED H… Read More

Today i was so pissed, i held S tight and close. Shook her, looked her in the eye and with gritted teeth said, ” if you do not listen and sit down right now, boogie man will come n cho… Read More

I got so involved in doing new things, I started losing my temper with Ms.S. Today morning while I sat to do some more work, she came running and I pushed her away. She laughed and came back… Read More

Ms.S. has learnt how to download apps. The turning point came when  i realised 8 dollars had been deducted from my card without my knowledge.  Besides the heat rising in my body an… Read More

I was sipping my morning tea, Ms.S, came n sat in my lap, still sleepy.  A minute later just lying still, surprisingly, no activity.  I leaned over,  Me: what are u doing baby… Read More

Her love for me does not stop at slimy sloppy kisses, it goes beyond that, it doesnt pause at love and affectionate exchange of hugs and stuff. But i become her chalkblard, canvas, punching… Read More

When I look at the world through your eyes, its like a big Hamley’s store. All play.  I realise, as i grow older, I end up leaving this worldly store without even window shopping… Read More

You provide her with an amazing easel chalk board, but she uses your face instead.  You provide her with a replica of the house tool box, but she decides to take over the real one.&nbsp&hell…Read More

After a great evening at the playground, we headed home. I gave S a quick shower and we sat for dinner, she did not eat anything.  I wondered for a bit, then I shrugged my shoulders and… Read More

Ms.S. has recently learnt the magic words – Abra Ca Dabra. Its fascinating.  She closes her eyes, wriggles her fingers and sways like a palm tree thats being hit by winds @135mph… Read More

I live life on the edge.  Ms.S has grown mighty, she can pull the frigde door open with her tiny mighty hands.  Her fingers manage to reach the egg tray.  Yes. Thats the edge… Read More

For the second tooth extraction I had to take Ms.S along.  She was so excited to follow me to the doctor. She chose her skirt and top.  Good, she is not afraid, i hope she grows up… Read More

Wen it is the last day of Ramadaan and the kid is screwing your brain with a huge ass bouncy ball; offer to play, and gently let the air out.  See the ball, the excitement and jumpiness… Read More

I go to the washroom after cleaning the bedroom.  Me: do not make any mess here. Ok. *sternly* Ms.S. ok mom.  *after answering  nature’s call*  *steps in the hall*… Read More

For the first time last night, i was angry angry.  Its was 11:30pm. I just wanted to drop dead after a long day.  Well . . . . . Ms.S. peed in the room while casually sitting on a… Read More

Ramadaan is ongoing, So the brain is in error mode.  In addition to that, I have a human who is in a repitition phase.  Basically, anything she says whether or not it makes se… Read More

Plot: A demonic marker, a tortured mother, a nap, an evil toddler, As soon as i opened my eyes it was all blue. I was trapped for nearly 40 minutes. I did not know how and when the deed… Read More

These one sided conversarions……. Ms.S. mummy, i finished the milk. Me.: ok.  Ms.S: mummy no sharing chips Me: ok Ms.S: pls put this away, Me: ok.  Ms.S. mummy that is… Read More

We have come a long way . . . From forcing medication down her throat while I hold her between my legs and two other pair of hands hold her feet and head respectively. Pushing various mils o… Read More

Since the time you have been born, I have faced several issues. Today i will just put them out in the open. In the end I will mention why.  You are a problem,  Since the day the un… Read More

I sheltered her for nine months, took care of her, let her grow in me. I gave up foods for her, bcoz of her. . . .  I taught her to do everything she can today.  I gave up so much… Read More

Today Ms.S. Came to my work place.  My boss was kind enough to allow me to let her come for sometime.  I was skeptical, but i had no choice but i knew the fidgety thing would creat… Read More

Ms.S. and I were alone at home today, so iv just been walking around and observing her. she likes to play by herself. so be it.   Observations: 1. lick the wall. 2. sing to th… Read More

Today, u accomplished something big. You fasted for 14 hours. I saw your stamina and will power. Not once did u cry or wail. Not once.  I wonder where u got the strength from. It was a… Read More

So,  Today i did what parents have been doing since centuries. In the hope that the child will learn to swim.  THE PUSH.  after getting her settled and comforting her, that s… Read More

Ms.S. has thrown most of her crayons and color pencils behind the dresser.  Ms.S.:  pencils, where are youuuu?  No response. Ms.S. *frustrated* tries shaking the dresser.&nbsp&hell…Read More

Today is by far one of the worst days of my life.  I am upset about international issues yes, but i am on a treasure hunt today. In my own house. Armed with plastic bags on my feet and… Read More

Ms.S. : mummy, what r u doing? Me: sitting with you. . in …the …. Ms.S: bus. Mummy, wheels of the bus go round and round (sings till coins in the bus go…) mummy give me… Read More

Advice: Chocolate and sweets, after 8pm. If u wish to have an owl with traits of a monkey and cat together.  GO F***ING AHEAD. Nb: also keep chai ready. Coz its going to be a ride… Read More

What are u doing?  Is the only question i answer and hear all day long.  So do the toys, the doors of the house, the shower pipe, the flush, the sandals, the cycle pedals, the laun… Read More

Me: wait i am making pasta for lunch,  S. eats my brain by repeating pasta pasta til its actually in front of her freaking face.  I serve her pasta in a bowl with her blue spoon n… Read More

Ms.S. comes running into the room and replaces my hand phone with the television remote and coyly hurries away.  I am not sure why she thinks i wont know or it wont make a difference.&n&hell…Read More

We are social beings. As we are growing, technology is taking a toll on our healthy, wealthy, lovable compassionate selves. When i see you two fight and love, it reinstills my faith. … Read More

I never gave special thought to the transition from diaper to panty. Say pressure or self-motivation, I have taken the onus and am walking on the no pamper lane. Today has been absolute no p… Read More

On the way to the supermarket.  Me: we will buy ONLY milk, no lollipop , no juice. Nothing else. ONLY milk.  Ms.S.: *repeats* ONLY milk. We reach the supermarket,  Ofcourse, a… Read More

She stroked her hair until she fell asleep.  The 2.5 yr old knew how tired mumma was.  Read More

So we go to this amazing SEA Aquarium. Its was not crowded at all. Ms.S. refused to look at any fish. I have no idea why. Anyway, so we reached this gigantic section, where all the sea creat… Read More

​Me: what would you like to have for breakfast?  Ms.S. No. Me: ok, banana? Ms.S.: no Me: butter toast? Ms.S.:  no Me: eggy? Ms.S.: no Me.: Sugar roti (chapati)? Ms.S.: no.&nb&hell…Read More

​Me: Excuse me, where are u going? Ms.S: dadisaab (grandma) me: why r u taking my phone? Ms.S: big bogeyman has come  Me: so? Ms.S: shhhhhhhhh (finger on her lips, runs away) &nb&hell…Read More

We were doing sea creatures.  Ms.S. Papa, star Phhish (fish) Papa, gool phhish (gold fish) Papa, queed (squid) Papa, tultul (turtle) as cute as she may sound, we have to correct her, so… Read More

11.50pm. (almost everyday.) me: Enough now. ok. its sleepy time. ms.S: naaaaaaaaai. ma. lights on. (switches of light, lies down next to her for the 50th time) me: ok lets do the… Read More

Well . . .  Husband and Ms.S. were playing a game on the tablet n it hanged. Husband: *keeps tapping phone*  FUCKING FUUUCK. Ms.S: puuuck . . . Puck puck puck.  . . Pucking pu… Read More

I feel different today. With you. For you.  Its ashura day. Its a rich historical day we believe in and you shall grow up to beilive and feel about it too.  The past few days have… Read More

N soooo . . . . . .  We celebrated our new year. Hijri calender. Every year we fill our thaal with  a variety of dishes and relish the food with our loved ones.  Ms.S. did the… Read More

Currently the situation is dramatic, as dramatic as the U.S. Presedential debate,  Me: We cannot go outside right now. (Near the main door) Ms.S. drops flat to the ground. Wails. … Read More

Ms.S. scribbles on walls with her crayon, gets scolded by MIL and me.  MIL and I: how many times to tell you no. Not on the walls or anywhere. Only in your book. You have so many books… Read More

Minutes after i step out of a sparkling shiny room, tiny footsteps that have been running around, enter the clean zone. I hurry, in the hope of diverting the calamity, i fail. Miserably.&nbs&hell…Read More

After Ms.S., finishes reading the alphabet book with granma.  . MIL : Now go and give this book to papa. Ms.S.: No. MIL.: Why no? Ms.S: “afflababele . . . . Z” MIL: but why?… Read More

So, I am at a gathering, coincidently a friend and I end up wearing matching outfits, we decide to click an instagramy, keep for ages worthy picture.  Well, Ms.S. had been provided with… Read More

Its just a another day in this life, coz everyday there is something happening. Except, to add a little salt n sugar to this ordinary day, let me tell you all, its Big Human, Maa’s Bir… Read More

For the past few days iv been thinking about what to write about Little Human.  For starters, her vocabulary as increased TEN folds into more folds into a big freaking bouncy castle.&nb&hell…Read More

​The first one and a half years of a child’s life is like the silence and calm before the raging gibberish and nonstop blabbering storm .  The winds have started picking up… Read More

I heard a loud crash, i ran in,  Broken pieces of glass lay bare, Two shocked eyes, stood still, Two onlooking eyes, choked a bit,  Two arriving eyes, skipped a beat, Six non-prese… Read More

I wont call my self the best, nor the worst . . .  I am on this fine fishing line, which is in the centre.  Today my friends and I gathered at the pool, Ms.S. has developed a fear… Read More

I called my folks, this conversation followed:  Me: congratulate me!! (joyous high tone) Mom n bro: what,  what is it? (Surprised tone) Me: aree, first congratulate me. … gu… Read More

Today the true purpose has been unleashed.  The real meaning for its existence has come into being.  UNO, you were made for a higher cause.   We petty humans made a play game… Read More

12:10 am.  I woke up to see if Ms.S. had fallen asleep while tossing n turning next to me, coz i was sleepy, she wasnt.  I turned, she wasnt on the bed, she was at the intersection… Read More

I end up singing a clean up clean up ryhm everytime i clean the mess Ms.S. makes.  Miraculously, today, she picked up her color sticks, put them in the box one by one and kept saying &l&hell…Read More

Currently Ms.S. is in a weird space, she addresses herself as baby. And only baby.  For every and anything. She refers to herself as baby.  1). I showed her a photo of husband, her… Read More

​On the bus.  Random Aunty on the phone next to me: where’s your mummy? Where’s your mummy?  Ms.S. : points at me.  All start laughing.  Ms.S. stoops lo… Read More

​Yesterday for like a minute, Ms.S. was locked inside an empty elevator. Dark and alone. When i found her she was crying. Bad.  So.  Today, iv been up n down the lift like th… Read More

​I was out today.  Me: so u took her to play?  Husband: yup. Took her to the playground, walked around the whole block, we were out for almost an hour  Me: woooowooo . … Read More

​The problem with trying to make life easier for Ms.S.  n myself leads to just one direction: more trouble for ME.  1. Gets new bookshelves for her, for easy access of book n… Read More

​Lovers pick roses and say : loves me, loves me not I cut onions, gather toys and mutter:  kill you, kill you not.  Read More

​Subject : Ms.S. New found passion: scribbling everywhere Weapons: chalk, pencils, red n black markers, red, blueblack freaking all colored pens. (She digs them out from the deepest da… Read More

​All of 19 months, but madam shuts the door on granpa, granma and my face.  A chilling story. Read at your own risk.  We had finished lunch n were all chilling in the hall.&n&hell…Read More

​There is a sudden rush of energy, Ms.S. does a somersault, handstand, awesome pelvic thrust move, tiptoes all over the place, shuts her eyes and hunts for her toy n reaches the right… Read More

​Ms.S. is currently a ‘woman of few words’ Her vocabulary is increasing and she chooses her words correctly. Let me explain.  1. I was eating my favourite cupcake. I g… Read More