Monthly Archives: July 2010

Personalities in the park

Sometimes (that is when it is not strikingly hot or raining heavily), we all go for a walk in the park. We learn about our kids’ personalities just from the way they walk (or do not walk).  Sometimes, they like to hold hands and walk together. They even converse as they stroll the path in […]

Much Love from Lana

The other night I was carrying my one year old baby outside. I tripped and twisted my ankle. It was just two of us at home. John was travelling. Masha was visiting with Grandma. I was scared I won’t be able to get up. Lana showered me with kisses when she saw I was in […]

How to raise bilingual children

Ever since I started learning English as a second language, I wanted to raise bilingual children. When I was in college I met a four year old girl. She was fluent in three languages. Her fluency amazed me. She spoke each language like it was her native. Since then I wanted my kids to speak […]

Easy to Drink Sippy Cup + Suction Mat + Travel Dishes

We like to try out new and innovative products. We recently received Tommee Tippee Bowls with lid and spoons, Spill Proof Water Bottle, and Explora Easi-Mat. We liked the Tommee Tippee Explora Bowls with Lid and Spoon because The bowls can be attached to the tray (Explora Easi-Mat) The lid closes tightly and prevents spills […]

Where to order a Birthday Basket

I recently discovered for myself  ProFlowers: flowers and Birthday Basket which can be ordered online. I was quite impressed with the Order Process: ProFlowers offers shipping rebates You can add a greeting card or a cookie You can choose a different greeting card depending on the occasion You can write a message on the greeting card You […]

Hawaii Inspired Party

I always wanted to host a theme party. So far, the most ‘theme level” I ever achieved was with matching plates and napkins from the dollar store. We were recently invited to a Hawaii inspired party: a First Birthday Celebration for girls’ cousin. The decorations were unsurpassed. Fish was swimming on every chandelier in the house: Salt and […]

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