One of my chapters from “The Gift”, a memoir in progress, has been published by Kitaab Literary Magazine of Singapore. It is a chapter set in Chengdu, China, that shares moments with my mother, reflections about her, as well as observations of my own development into becoming a “good enough” mother. Dragon Phoenix Twins We’ve … Continue reading Dragon Phoenix Twins @ Kitaab Literary Magazine
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The Gift, Final Chapter
I’m almost there with a first draft of The Gift: a memoir of love, loss, and of learning to live. The final chapter has been drafted. There’s still a few transitional chapters remaining, but getting this final chapter down and in reasonable shape was a big step in the process for me. Beginnings and endings … Continue reading The Gift, Final Chapter
Our Moon
Poem: Our Moon (the video). written & recited by Natasha Devalia Music: Cascading Sakuras composed & played by Leila Kassar Footage: Nok Chuanpit, Santosh Perla Video Artist: Nok Chuanpit
13 Candles
Rahul and Leila are thirteen. That means we have two teenagers in our home. That life is exciting - full of potential and full of the depths of despair. That I am their safe space, that I get their most vulnerable sweet love and the brunt of their moody days. I am honored to be … Continue reading 13 Candles
Unseen Veins – Short list – Aryamati Competition for Poetry
“A publisher with a conscience.” That’s the tagline that Fly on the Wall Press, a small, independent publisher out of Manchester goes by. I’ve enjoyed multiple poetry pamphlets they’ve published including “Warriors” by Sundra Lawrence, “History of Forgetfulness” by Shahe Mankerian, and “Aftereffects” by Jiye Lee. After the summer holidays I was reminded of the … Continue reading Unseen Veins – Short list – Aryamati Competition for Poetry
Do I Write About Them or Not? Twins, Tweens, Teens…
I started this blog in 2010 when my new born twins were a few months old. It was my way of connecting with other mothers, of learning from them, of sharing my own stories, thereby having a creative outlet. It was also a way for me to journal some stories for the kids to read … Continue reading Do I Write About Them or Not? Twins, Tweens, Teens…
An Evening Together
My children continuously ask me to write about them on my blog. They look at old posts from a few years ago and find their stories funny and intriguing. At this point though I am reluctant to go into detail, out of respect for their privacy. I am sure they’ll come back to me one day … Continue reading An Evening Together
Pre-school and a Post at Multicultural Mothering
My kids have been in pre-school for almost a week now. Thankfully, the transition couldn't have been smoother. Day 1 was fine. They didn't really know what they were in for. Second day Rahul wouldn't let go of me. Leila waved good-bye, and tried to get her brother to let go of my hand. "Come … Continue reading Pre-school and a Post at Multicultural Mothering
Baby Newton
"Mum look kshhhhh, looook, kshhhh doing kshhhhh up kshhhhh down." That's what I heard this morning. Rahul was trying to tell me something. Something BIG of course. I was focused on staying out of his and Leila's hyper-excited way, working hard at Facebook. I look at him as he's throwing a toy into the air, … Continue reading Baby Newton
Teaching Your Kids Yoga Early: A Guest Post by Dana Vicktor
Dana Vicktor is the senior researcher and writer for duedatecalculator.org. Her most recent accomplishments include graduating from Ohio State University with a degree in communications and sociology. Her current focus for the site involves ovulation pain and the menstruation cycle. Teaching Your Kids Yoga Early Yoga has many benefits for everyone. It can help to … Continue reading Teaching Your Kids Yoga Early: A Guest Post by Dana Vicktor
Natasha Devalia 