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..and we have begun the countdown to DP – or Devi Navaratri

The weather is beginning to agree. There is a brisk chill in the air, the outsides are nippy, and there is that special fresh scent in the environment that signifies autumn/DP/<fill with your choice> is just around the corner. Mornings … Continue reading

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The children are growing, and so are we :)

Time has cast off its skateboards and wheels, and has strapped on some mighty powerful jets. We are midway through spring 2011, two kids are college-bound, and Lalit is at least as tall as me – I have a sneaking … Continue reading

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..and 2011 is here !

Is time the juggernaut? Or are we? Sometimes, I feel time to be a static entity – it never moves. IT just is. I am the traveler, traveling forward (physically, fast forward (in contemplation or fantasy), or backward (in reminiscence). … Continue reading

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..and time , the ultimate juggernaut, keeps moving.

I have people to thank, life to live, and moments to cherish. The children are growing up, and I am learning to slow down some more. Dear friends have grown dearer, and new friends have formed from acquaintances. Seasons change, … Continue reading

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Winter – 2007?

Okay – winter is here (maybe?) – finally! Some snow, cool nights, and a few red noses…. Family, friends, and a lot of fun – life cannot be much better, methinks! Snowfight, anyone?

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Winter, spring or …….

The weather is confused. Temperature one day is a wonderful 60,the other day a freezing 22. The birds, grass, and trees are even more confused. Peek out to feel their confusion 😉 Promising more posts after the weather settles is … Continue reading

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Summer

Summer is here, the pool is open, and this ween, the temperatures are promising to soar into the 90’s and stay there! The kids are home, and so are grandparents – all the makings for a PERFECT holiday. Movies and … Continue reading

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Lalit – in Branchburg news

Today is (or will be) Lalit’s day – he is scheduled to be recognized in town Hall for his article in the “Courier News” (check his home page pictures) – and also possibly be shown on local TV – hooray … Continue reading

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2006!

It is 2006 – and the weather is still lost! My trees are in a quandary- is it spring, autumn or winter? They are alternately budding and freezing – can someone help them figure this weather out? Happy new 2006 … Continue reading

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October 2005

It is now the middle of October – where did 2005 go? Summer is gone, the rains are done (for the moment at least) and we are preparing for Winter. The pool is fixed, and has provided good service after … Continue reading

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