Happy New Year
The grandkids have brought heaven on this earth for their Deep River Grandparents. So understanding, so playful , so loving and caring for each others when thys spent time together in Deep River recently.
Friday 01 January 2016
Both Sitara and Sachin came over to Deep River ( with their parents ) from Mackey at about 10.30 am – to play with their cousins from Toronto ( Maya and Kieran – who is the baby of the family) and also to pass time with their Mama and Mami. The kids played together very well and joined in making/erecting a Frozen Princess themed Ginger Bread house -along with their mommies.
After lunch , the kids went with their parents for tobogganing at the Hill park close to the grandparents house in Deep River .Nani also joined in -at least to observe the kids enjoying.
After dinner. Sachin tried to play Pokemon Card game with his nana – helped by his SunirMama – who read the rules from the Instruction Sheet. It was difficult and this the game was terminated earlier before completing it .Sachin and nana will play the game later with enough time in hand.
After Maya and Kieran were went to sleep and while Sitara and sachi9n were busy on the computer in the Recreation room – the adults retired to play Dutch Blitze Card game on the Dining table – as only four can play the game at a time – both seniors (grandparents) were spectators/cheerleaders to the fun-filled game.
This will be final day for the three families to spend time together (at the end of the year 2015 and welcoming the new year 2016) enjoying the joy of family members and grandchildren playing so lovingly with each other and all confirming the traditional bonding at this time .
However, there was bit of departure from this sentiment when Grandma had handed over the ” Candy Cane” (made by Sunir in his younger days for the family Christmas Tree at Deep River home) to Shannon to take that to Toronto for their Christmas Tree. This was without asking Grandpa – without care for Grandpa’s feelings – as Grandpa had already expressed few time during last few days (and also this very day) how he considers the Deep River home Christmas Tree incomplete unless he sees Sunir’s Candy Cane on the Tree. So Grandpa grouched and get a bit annoyed (though softly) and unhappy about that – so Shannon lovingly put/hanged it back on the Christmas Tree in the living room. This episode left a bit of gloom and a bit sad feeling amongst all.
Saturday 02 January 2016
Sunir and family left at about 9.30 am from Deep River in their silver Subaru Outback car for Toronto – via Huntsville where they will have lunch and spend time with Shannon’s maternal grandma .
This is what Kieran’s Bapuji posted on his Facebook wall (on this date) along with Kieran’s photo -just getting ready to step out of the Deep River home.
” Kieran, Our 1 1/2 yr old grandson saying bye going back to Toronto after spending few joyful days with his cousins (Sitara and Sachin), grandparents , Foi (Aunt) /Fuva (Uncle) and of course along with his sister (Maya) and his parents. All kids were superb – interplaying with each other with love and care. A delightful and heavenly sight for grandparents. All kids were tops but Kieran was Super Top -with his perennial smile and conversation bits. Memories will be cherished . Thanks Kieran, Maya. Sachin and Sitara for making holidays very joyful and memorable for us. adults We love you all. ”
This is what his Grandma Kathy (from Toronto) commented :
” He is a delight, for Sure! I’m glad you had a wonderful visit! ”
Sunday 04 January 2016
This day is a rest day – just before schools open and adults go to their places of work to earn a living.
However, Sitara and Sachin went to North Bay ( with their parents ) to watch Star Wars Movie in 3D.
This is what their mom posted on her Facebook wall:
” The kids loved Star Wars in 3D. A whole new world of watching movies with the kids has opened up! “
Saturday 09 January 2016
This day it was to start the downhill skiing (at Mt. Martin Ski Hill in Deep River) for Sitara and her dad but the weather did not co-operate – it was raining the whole time . Thus they joined Sachin and his mom to Pembroke – where at the Pembroke Community centre ( Pem Ice II ) there was a Tim Horton Ice Hockey tournament ( Pembroke IP Fun day) – in which Sachin was participating.
He had three plays – i) at 10 am ii) at 1.00 pm and iii) at 4.00 pm.
Due to inclement weather ( icy and windy) – nana/nani did not go to Pembroke to cheer the young Sachin but in the evening it was compensated by all watching the video of Sachin’s plays on the Smart TV in nana/nani living room . What a kid! he is definitely enjoying his Ice Hockey and at the end of his 3 games he got a medallion (like all othet kids who participated) to take home for his memory of the game.
Sunday 10 January 2016
This day Maya graduated to a bunk bed – the idea is that she will sleep with Kieran in the same room. Maya at the top bunk and Kieran at the bottom bunk. This will free up one room upstairs for other uses at their home in Toronto.
There was an e-mail message (of 10 January 2016) from Maya/Kieran mom – letting the relatives know of changes.
" We decided to set up the bunk bed yesterday. The kids thought it
was lots of fun. Maya slept in the top bunk last night and can't wait
until Kieran is old enough to have a sleepover on the bottom!”
Sunday 10 January 2016
For Maya’s escapade onto a bunk bed . this is what her Bapuji responded in his mail
” So exciting ! Both Maya and Kieran are having fun.
I hope that Maya slept well in her top bunk.
It reminds their Bapuji his days in the bunk many many year ago – in Mombasa.
:):):) Bapuji ”
Tuesday 12 January 2016
Surprise breakfast buddies – both Sitara and Sachin came over with their mom for breakfast with nana/nani – since Nina was to work around Deep River Home She drove the kids and thus all had a good enjoyable breakfast together before the kids were carted off to the school by their mom.
Kids know that nana is going to Ottawa for a medical procedure next Monday (with their mom) and thus they remain very caring for nana.
Friday 15 January 2016
It was a ” Show and Tell ” day for Sachin at school.
He took his Christmas Gift of a Wind-up Robot for the occasion.
This is what his mom said in her e-mail (dated 15 January 2016)
” Sachin was very proud of his present from his Mamma and Mammi and took his wind up robot into school for show and tell today.”
His ShannonMami responded :
” Awesome! Glad he likes it 🙂 ”
Saturday 16 January 2016
This day became the first downhill skiing at Mt Martin Ski Club – the snow season was not very conducive so far as the weather was warm in the Deep River Area so far.
Sitara and Sachin both had good skiing time starting in the afternoon – along with their parents .
Kids’ dad is now fully trained Ski Patrol person at the ski hill this season – he started that role last season.
In the evening (after their dinner at Burger King in Deep River), Sachin was dropped at nana/nani home and Sitara went with her parents to the Deep river Arena for her Figure Skating session.
Sachin played with his nana various card games and a memory board game – his nani also joined in the card game for a while. When Sitara and her parents came to nana/nani home at about 8.00 pm (after her Figure Skating) she joined in the memory game ( to help out nana against Sachin) – though Sachin won 20 pairs against nana’s 15 pairs. The kids went home ( by their car VW Jetta ) to Mackey shortly after that with their parents .
Nana/nani were informed that on Sunday (next day) at 11.00 am the kids will be participating in ski championship race/match.
Sunday 17 January 2016
This day was the downhill ski race at Mt. Martin Ski Hill in Deep River.
5 teams were competing .
Sitara’s identity number is 17 and Sachin’s identity number is 1 for this whole season.
Nana/nani went to the ski hill to watch and cheer the kids – albeit at the tail end of the race and managed only to watch Sitara starting out on her last race ( on the Barlow Merret Trail) . Sachin had already gone downhill (a bit earlier) for his last race.
The parents then subsequently went for skiing (after the race was over) and nana/nani just enjoyed walking and going around at the ski hill – till the winners were announced. Of the 5 teams competing, the team in which Sitara and Sachin were members – won the 2nd place. Ski racers younger than 12 years old are not judged for individual effort – so Sitara and Sachin were not judged for their individual skiing . After the announcement of winners, Nana/nani returned back to their home in Deep River. The kids and parents stayed behind to enjoy the day downhill skiing
Sitaara and sachin were in Team 1 – euphematically called ‘Mountain Monsters’
Friday 22 January 2016
Kids (Sitara and Sachin) have been visiting their nana/nani after they (nana/nani along with their mom) ) returned back from Ottawa after nana’s AngioGram. The kids were looked after in Mackey/Deep River by their dad – when their mom was driving (in nana’s Dodge Minivan) and taking nana (along with nani) to Ottawa to the Heart Institute (and staying at the Intern Residence -rm 906- of Ottawa Civic Hospital) .
Kids were aware of the nana’s procedure – and prior to that event, they would come over to nana/nani home and give love and hugs and just plain comfort.
So when nana/nani came home with their mom on Wednesday 20 January 2016 – they came nana/nani home after school . Sachin played with nana on the tablet and also he had brought one Pokomon story book . Subsequent days they until today they came over in the morning (before going to school) -have breakfast here at Deep River home – and then driven to school either by their mom or by their nani (usually they go at about 9.15 am ). These days Sachin brought some more of his Pokomon story books for nana to read – he knows that nana is a fan ( Sachin’s partner in a way) of Pokomon characters – as nana likes to interface with Sachin and read to him books about the Pokomon characters.
Note: These days , Sachin is just involved with anything pokomon – books and Videos on the computers. At age 6 , he is so beholden with the Pokomon trend .
On Thursday evening , all (except the kids’ dad – who was at the Mt. Martin Ski Club where he volunteers as a Ski Patrol ) – played the card game ” Sequence” at nana/nani home after dinner .
Note: – This game is bought by their mom (parents) and was played in Ottawa when nana was recuperating at the Intern Residence past week -for two days) . On Thursday, all three games were won by Sachin (Sitara having come a bit late for playing) . The little guy is sharp and get to know the rules fast and ways to play a winning game .
Both kids remain very cool – looking after each other and play together . On this day (Friday) both kids came over to nana/nani home ( dropped by their dad ) – had breakfast and they had some time to play together on nana’s tablet -so serenely, very friendly with each other and happily . It was scene which comforted nana very much . Of course , Sachin also had brought a couple of more Pokomon story books for nana – which these days nana is really lapping up – and thus nana does not have to borrow, at this time, any other reading book from the Deep River Library.
Saturday 23 January 2016
This day we did not see the kids (Sitara and Sachin) as it was Saturday and their both parents would want tp spend as much time as feasible with them. However, both of them were busy in their activities – Sachin in his Ice Hockey game at Deep River Arena – he being playing as a goalie to-day . Sitara had her figure skating yesterday and music class -learning piano playing . To-day in the afternoon both of them joined their parents for the downhill skiing at Mt Martin Ski Hill in Deep River .
Maya and Kieran must be pleased to welcome their dad back today from USA . And surprise! surprise ! Maya wanted to say Hi to Bapuji on Skype in the evening – she knows about the treatment/procedure her Bapuji had at the Ottawa Heart Institute last week . She was so nice and giving all the cheers to her Bapuji on the skype. She as accompanied by her dad at her end and Bapuji was accompanied by Maya’s Ba at Deep River end. Kieran was downstairs with his mom – just getting relaxed after a sleepless early morning when his dad was enroute from USA.
Tuesday 26 January 2016
It was a fun day . Kids and parents all gathered together at nana/nani place and all had a nice dinner . After dinner all played the card game” Sequence” . Six players . Great fun. And the kids are sharp – the first game was won by Sachin and the second by Sitara . Adults did not do well.
This day nana/nani got to know of the Sachin’s first birth tooth getting loose . A lower front tooth is now “wiggling” . A visit by ” the Tooth Fairy ” is imminent.
Sachin had brought another new book on Pokomom to show to his nana. And his nana told him (Sachin) that he (his nana) has finished two of his previously brought Pokomon story books – starring Ash the Pokomon trainer (with his Pokomon Pikachu). Sachin was very elated .
Thursday 28 January 2016
This day, Sitara would have one of her friends (Reese) from Deep River come over to Mackey for a sleep over – after her ( & also Reese’s) Figure skating at the Deep River Arena.
Friday 29 January 2016
This day there was a PA day at the Mackenzie Community School in Deep River and thus there was no school for the kids (Sitara and Sachin) for the day . They stayed home in Mackey for better part of it and then came over to nana/nani home with their mom in the late afternoon -to get ready for going for the downhill skiing in Petawawa. After their dad came over (after his work -about 4.30 pm) and got ready for skiing , they all drove away in their VW Pssast car ( this car was in Ottawa garage for repair of the “rust ” problem and retrieved by their mom only a day before ). They went to ski at Mt. Molson ski club on Laurentian Drive in Petawawa.
Note: This coming week (on Thursday 4 February 2016) Maya (in Toronto) will be participating in a concert in her KG school . She will also be receiving her Report Card.
Sunday 31 January 2016
This is what Sachin’s mom posted on her Facebook Wall :
” Poor Sachin. His two front bottom teeth are hanging on by a thread….literally! These are his first teeth to fall out and he is COMPLETELY freaked out! He doesn’t know what to do with himself. This happened so quickly that I haven’t even started sewing his Tooth fairy pillow. He will just have to borrow his sisters… ”
Howver later she posted another message on her Facebook Wall :
Sachin lost his first baby tooth today – lower front.
Wednesday 03 February 2016
Now Sitara has graduated from reading lots of Archie comic books to reading Shakespearian books.
Here is what her mom posted on her Facebook Wall (of 03 February) with a photo of Sitara reading ” The Twelfth Night ‘ :-
Now she wants to read Shakespeare – The Twelfth Night. Now she wants to read Shakespeare – The Twelfth Night.
Saturday 06 February 2016
There was a Skating Interclub program starting early Saturday at Pembroke Community Centre Arena on Bennett St.
Kids from various towns participated.
Sitara was driven by her mom to Pembroke – while Sachin and his dad went to Chalk River for Sachin’s outdoor ice hockey tournament.
The Deep River team played out using the theme – Sadness from the movie “Inside Out” .
Their team came first . Sitara was also recognized for her skill in skating and got a Silver badge.
Nana/nani also drove to Pembroke in the afternoon to watch and cheer Sitara and the Deep River team.
This program was scheduled for about 4.25 p.m.
In the meantime Sachin, participated in the Deep River IP Hockey Fun Day – February 6, 2016 – at the Chalk River Carnival – Outdoor Rink! Sachin was player #37. Even though the carnival was in the morning Nana/nani could not participate as it would be cold for them outdoors and also they were going to Pembroke in the afternoon.
That day in the afternoon, Sachin went with his dad to the Mt. Martin Ski Club for downhill skiing .
Sunday 07 February 2016
This day at the Mt. Martin Ski Club (in Deep River) there was skiing competition and both Sitara and Sachin were participating. Both were part of a Team . Sachin was identified as # 1 and Sitara was # 17 . Their team was called Mountain Monsters.
Nana/Nani went to cheer them up – the competition was starting at 11.00 am .
Their team came 2nd .
Tuesday 09 February 2016
This day Sachin lost his second lower baby tooth ( the one next to the previous one which was lost earlier) .
Note from his mom on her Facebook wall :
” Sachin lost his 2nd tooth 8 days after the first tooth! Both adult teeth are almost 1/2 way in already!! ”
Saturday 13 February 2016
It was a cold day -30 degrees C in the morning. Kids and their mom came over to nana/nani home at about lunch time – had lunch and then hang around the house. Sachin played cards with his nana and Sitara worked with her mom to prepare for upcoming speech at her class at Mackenzie Commnity School. In the evening -after dinner – all went to the Deep River Bowling Club for a free game . Sitara went first to her Figure Skating session (driven by her mom) at the Deep River Arena and then both of them joined the others at the Bowling Club. A great time – all played a game of 5-pin bowling -nana coming first – with a score of measly 103.
Sunday 14 February 2016
Kids (Sitara and Sachin) went to watch a movie KUNG FU PANDA 3 at Troyes Cinema in Petawawa with their parents . Matinee show at 1.30 pm .
On their mom’s Facebook Wall , the following was stated:
” Love our local movie theater! Where else do you get a handstand by the owner before Each movie!? Kung Fu Panda 3 is great! ”
Further , this is what Nina posted on her Facebook Wall:
” Love listening to the kids exclaim in excitement as they see each character in the first Harry Potter movie! We are such geeks ”
Moreover – today we received a video of Maya acting and singing a song. So talented and fun girl. The video was sent by her mom by e-mail.
Wednesday 17 February 2016
Today was a mid-term Elementary School Report Day at the Mackenzie Community School in Deep River. Both Sitara and Sachin got excellent reports. Sitara in Grade 3 and Sachin in Grade 1. Sitara got all 4 Excellent remarks for her different roles in the class and Sachin got 2 Excellent and 2 good remarks.
Both got good narratives and comments from their class teachers .
Also Maya was to receive her mid-term report for her KG class this week.
Thursday 18 February 2016
This day Sitara is to deliver a speech (on the subject of ” Star Wars “) in front of her class at Mackenzie Community School in Deep River.
Nana/nani saw the video of her practice run (for the speech ) – practice done at nana/nani home after dinner on Wednesday 17 February 2016 and video taken by her dad.
Friday 19 February 2016
Maya is sprouting an adult lower front tooth .
Saturday 20 February 2016
Maya and Kieran are flying to Jamaica for a week – on holiday – with their parents.
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Note: The resort in Jamaica .
The Jewel at Runaway Bay in Jamaica.
This bustling resort on Cardiff Hall Beach is 5 km from Green Grotto Caves and 71 km from Sangster International Airport.
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After arriving safely at the resort in Jamaica – they did not waste time and went for splurge in the pool .
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Book Reading by Sitara.
This is what her mom posted on her Facebook Wall on Saturday 20 February 2016
” Sitara is moping around the library because she cannot find another series to read after Harry Potter ”
The family had gone to Deep River library after having lunch at nana/nani home – first to view the photo/painting exhibition by Elizabeth Ells and Tom Holden and then to the proper library to look for reading books
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Sunday 21 February 2016
This day both Sitara and Sachin were part of the Deep River Downhill Team competing at the Mt Molson Ski Competition in Petawawa. Their team came 2nd (out of 5 teams) and thus each skier (in their team) got a silver medal. They stopped over at nana/nani home to show the medal . They were driven to Petawawa by their parents – in two cars.
Note: After the ski competition , Sachin was driven back to Deep River – to participate in a Birthday celebration of one of his friends – They all went for sledding as part of celebration. Sitara had gone with her mom to Pembroke (after the ski competition) and then all stopped over at nana/nani place about 4.15 pm before returning to Mackey.
Sunday 28 February 2016
Maya and Kieran returned back from the holidays at a resort in Jamaica . Flew with their parents to Toronto safely.
Note: The resort in Jamaica .
The Jewel at Runaway Bay in Jamaica.
This bustling resort on Cardiff Hall Beach is 5 km from Green Grotto Caves and 71 km from Sangster International Airport.
Sunday 28 February 2016
Sitara and Sachin went with their parents to Pakenham ski hill for downhill skiing .
Their mom posted a video (on this date) on her Facebook Wall with the following caption:
” Sachin, Sitara and Laken at the Terrain Park in Pakenham ”
She also posted another video with the following caption:
” We are in trouble!!! Sitara loves the Terrain Park! ”
Tuesday 01 March 2016
Sitara participated in the ” Blades on Ice” program by the Deep River Skating Club at Deep River Arena. Nana/nani went to the program to enjoy and also to cheer the girl. Sitara participated in three (3) of the 14 events/items including the finale.
She was one of the four skaters (Dina, Emma, Emily and Sitara) in the second item – titled ” Junior Improve ” and then in the 13th item called ” Deep River Insiders ” . This is her ” Figure Skating ” Group.
Finally she of course was in the last item – ” Finale”.
After the program, awards and “performance certificates were presented to various skaters . Sitara got her Progress Certificate for her sessions with the Figure Skating Group.
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Note:
Sitara was in a Group photo (the Mount Martin Ski Team and also Deep River Skaters) a couple of times in the North Renfrew Times (NRT) , Deep River during the month of February/March 2016 including in the edition of Wednesday 2 March 2016.
Also a write-up in the 2 March Edition of NRT – titled : Skaters win medals, ribbons at annual Interclub.
On Saturday . February 6, Deep River Skaters took part in the Region 6 Interclub Skating competition in Pembroke.
CanSkate Elements -Stage 4 : Sitara got a Silver ribbon.
Sitara was also part of the Introductory Group- : Deep River Insiders.
Friday 04 March 2016
Sitara was part of the (MCS) Mackenzie Community School (Deep River) Junior Elementary Group (Grade 3/4) – the Group (along with other competing Groups) participated in the Kiwanis Music Festival competition at the Festival Hall in Pembroke. Sitara arrived in school bus with her Choir Group.
Each Group sang two songs .
This is what her mom posted on her Facebook wall (of this date):
” Congratulations to the MCS Junior Elementary Choir (Grade 3/4) – They have won 2nd Place at Kiwanis. The MCS Senior Elementary Choir (Grade 5-8) won 1st Place! This photo is of Festival Hall and the adjudicators table. What a wonderful experience for our children ”
So after the Music Festival, Sitara returned by school bus back to MCS in Deep River. After school ended at 3.40 pm , she and Sachin were picked by their mom and then after dinner all (including their dad) drove to Ottawa (in their dark blue VW Passat car) as Sitara was participating/competing ( as part of the Deep River Insiders Synchro Figure Skating team) in the Eastern Ontario Synchro Skating Competition in Ottawa.
This is what her mom posted on her Facebook Wall :
” Best of luck to Sitara and the Deep River Insiders Synchro Figure Skating team today! They are competing in the Eastern Ontario Synchro Skating Competition in Ottawa today! ”
They all returned back on Saturday – just after lunch time – kids and dad were dropped off at the Mt Martin Ski Hill for the Pat Harvey Fun day and Nina came over to nana/nani home to change for the ski hill. Nana/nani then came to know that Deep River Insiders Synchro Figure Skating team ( Team in which Sitara was part of) came third (Bronze Medal) – out of 6 participating teams . Congratulations Sitara !
This is what her mom posted on her Facebook Wall (of course with a photo with a medal around her neck) :
” Proud Sitara – Bronze – Eastern Ontario Syncho Skate Competition – Ottawa, Ontario March 5, 2016”
This being the Pat Harvey Fun Day (Saturday 05 March 2016) at the Mt. Martin Ski Hill in Deep River, the whole family (Nina, Sunjay, Sitara and Sachin) were involved . Sitara and Sachin taking part in competition and general fun activities , Nina helping in the organization and also having fun downhill skiing and Sunjay being a Ski Patrol person , also having fun downhill skiing and helping in the Fun Day organization.
Nana/nani went to the Hill about 5.30pm to watch and participate in the fun. At award time Sachin won in his age category ( in fact his name was the first one called out for the medal – which made him so happy). Congratulations Sachin !
This is what his mom posted on her Facebook Wall (Of course with a photo of Sachin with his medal around his neck) :
” Sachin wins Bronze in his age category at the Mount Martin Downhill Club Championships – March 5, 2016 – What a day! ”
After the award, the Ski patrol persons made a parade skiing downhill with a torch flame in their hand(s) – making a very impressive tableaux of a ” lighted” parade snaking downhill. Once the parade was downhill, fireworks started making a very exciting display .
At the end of the Fireworks nana/nani returned home – kids remaining at the Hill – continuing with their fun and helping to wind up the day.
Saturday 05 March 2016
Maya and Kieran had a March Break sleepover at their Grandma home in Toronto.
This is what their Grandma (Kathy) posted on her Facebook Wall – of course with photos :
“Two little children came to Grandma’s and Grandpa’s for a sleepover last night, to give their weary parents a mini March Break. One wanted Pink Dinner; one wanted Green Dinner. Grandma was so proud of her compromise Pink AND Green Dinner. (See photos). All went well until 4 am. Now Grandma needs a March Break…. ”
Friday 11 March 2016
This day Ba/Bapuji drove to Toronto in their 2001 maroon Dodge Minivan to be with Maya and Kieran for a few days – to celebrate Kieran’s 2nd Birthday. The kids were very happy and excited to see their Ba/Bapuji . It so happened their dad had to go to USA (on business) a day before and thus would miss Kieran’s birthday next day on Saturday . However, the family had also planned a second celebratory birthday celebration event on Tuesday ( 15 March 2016) after Kieran’s dad return back from USA on Monday (14 March 2016) .
Saturday 12 March 2016
This is a very joyous day in the family – Kieran becoming two year old . Happy Birthday Kieran !
A brunch party to celebrate Kieran’s 2nd Birthday was organized at home in Toronto . His maternal grandparents (Kathy and Doug) , his Aunt Heather and RyanUncle along with his cousin Cole came over and join the party to congratulate and celebrate Kieran’s birthday . Maya (Kieran’s sister) was all in joyous mood -all ready to tickle and coddle Kieran. Kieran’s mom and Ba/Bapuji were also very excited.
After the brunch, gifts were opened by Kieran .He was all in happy mood . Here is the poem that his Bapuji wrote for the occasion :
Kieran’s 2 Yr Birthday Poem – 12 March 2016
Hey Kieran you so much sparkle
Like diamonds at night
Your siren call of joy startles all
Our child of 2 year just bubbles up
You make our joy more than double
Kieran a loving brother of Maya
Our cuddly teddy of the family
Your grandpa loves you immensely
You have wiped out each worry
You make your Grandpa feel content
The journey of life is fulfilled
You are amazing grandson
We wish you today
With lots of kisses and hugs
Happy birthday to You.
We love you ! Kieran.
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Sunday 13 March 2016
This day all took it easy – resting but Maya and Kieran were taken by their mom (accompanied by Ba) to the kiddies’ Park across the road from the house .
In the evening all walked to their grandparents home (in the neighborhood) for dinner . It was very warm hospitable dinner and both Maya and Kieran were very happy and enjoyed the dinner – and all the coddling by their paternal grandparents.
Monday 14 March 2016
Both kids spent the day at their respective DayCare (being March Break, Maya also spent the day at her KG school but at the Daycare center) . Maya was dropped/walked to her school by her Ba/Bapuji and Kieran was dropped (by car) to his DayCare by his mom.
Well kids’ (Maya and Kieran) dad returned back from USA ( late in the evening ) .
Tuesday 15 March 2016
Again both kids spent the day at their respective DayCare and picked from there in the evening by their dad.
After dinner, a Birthday cake was cut by Kieran ( a 2nd celebration) and Happy Birthday song was sung by the family and much merrymaking was done . The Kids were happy and had fun.
Thursday 17 March 2016
Ba/Bapuji returned back to Deep River in their car. They had a great tine with both the kids (Maya and Kieran) . Kieran has a good vocabulary for a 2-year old and can hold a conversation very clearly and well . His laugher is spontaneous and very musical – a very cheerful disposition.
A great bonding between Kieran and his Ba/Bapuji was renewed and it was a very joyous time spent by Ba/Bapuji in with the family in Toronto.
Friday 18 March 2016
Both Sitara and Sachin here in Mackey /Deep River area were missing their nana/nani for a few days when they were in Toronto (and vice versa) – so nana/nani spent the day at Mackey – went by car there in the afternoon at 1.30 pm. Kids played with their nana/nani many different games . After dinner, nana/nani returned back to Deep River – a bit early as Sachin had to rest for his Ice Hockey competition at Barry’s Bay early next day (on Saturday 19 March 2016).
Sachin enjoys the junior ice hockey. One can see happy smile on his face. At Barry’s Bay hockey, his role will be to be a goalie for his Deer River IP Hockey team – for which he is bestowed ( I guess by his parents) with a special Goalie hockey stick – all done to stop a goal.
Sachin’s team did well at Barry’s Bay.
Saturday 19 March 2016
Guess who got a hair cut ? The first one – Kieran (our 2 year Grandson in Toronto) .
His mom sent an e-mail dated 19 March 2016 - with Kieran's photos while the barbers shop with a title " Kieran's New look " and with a text note " From ringlets to a new do "
Sunday 20 March 2016
Today Sachin played his Ice Hockey game in North Bay – NBC style . Only for 10 minutes or so and going overtime . He was driven there by his parents ( and of course Sitara also went to cheer him) .
Saturday 26 March 2016
Sitara and Sachin spent a night (sleep over ) at nana/nani home as their parents had to go to Ottawa to attend a party at Dena’s place . The kids were a joy and played with nana/nani , read books ( Sachin borrowed 3 Pokémon story books from the DR library ) and played on their game gizmos. (mechanical, electronic game gizmo) . On Sunday morning after breakfast, all played the new Star war Monopoly (that nana/nani has recently got for the kids) game before they were picked by their parents and driven to Ottawa to go to Canada Agriculture and Food Museum (to celebrate Easter at the Farm ).
Note:
At the Museum this Easter weekend!
After a long winter, the barns have come alive with the arrival of newborn animals. Come welcome the soft little lambs, marvel at the rabbits”™ silky fur and observe the fluffy newly-hatched chicks and ducklings from up close. Visitors can learn about the transformation of cacao beans into chocolate while helping make a chocolaty recipe and taste a delicious sample. What”™s more, the annual egg hunt is on again ”“ children 6 years-old and younger can participate in the egg hunt for tots while older children can take on the challenge of hunting for the “signs of spring” throughout the barns. All this from Good Friday through Easter Monday at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum!
LINK: http://cafmuseum.techno-science.ca/en/whats-on/event-easter-at-the-farm.php
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Monday 28 March 2016
Sitara has completed an awesome painting for entering it into a contest -organized by the Canada Day 2016 Art Contest with Government of Canada.
The electronic copy of the painting was distributed by her mom T to relatives.
This is the response by her nani – which very aptly describes the merit of the painting by this talented 8 year old girl.
“ Sitara, your painting is just awesome. You have depicted all the elements–earth ,sky, sun-come peace sign, living bodies and the message with Canada flag. Just love it. “ – nani
Note:
The 2016 Canada Day Challenge
Take up the challenge and you could enjoy a wonderful experience in Canada”™s Capital
January 5, 2016 ”“ Gatineau, Quebec ”“ Department of Canadian Heritage
This week, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, launched the 2016 Canada Day Challenge. This annual contest invites young Canadians aged 8 to 18 to express their creativity and the pride Canada inspires in them in the three following categories:
- Draw it! Present a poster, drawing or painting.
- Snap it! Present an original digital photo.
- Write it! Present a short story, poem or essay.
In total, nine finalists will be chosen, and one national winner in each category will be selected. Our three national winners will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Ottawa for two (the finalist and a parent or a legal guardian) to take part in Canada Day activities. Their work will also be displayed on the official 2016 Celebrate Canada posters. In addition, the winners will have the opportunity to work with a team from the National Film Board to produce an individual short feature about their adventure in Canada”™s Capital.
Quotes
“Many young people in Canada turn to the arts to express their creativity. Their insightful outlook on the world around them deserves to be shared. This is why I invite each of them to take part in the Canada Day Challenge. In addition to enjoying a wonderful experience, they will have the chance to highlight their talent by showing what makes them proud to be Canadian with a drawing, photo or piece of creative writing. I look forward to discovering the creations and the unique vision that these young people will present to us.”
””The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage
Thursday 31 March 2016
Today Sitara (along with some others students) got an award for ” Optimism” at the Mackenzie Community School. Both nana/nani were there at the Child Auditorium to cheer her . Her dad also came though her mom could not come as she was at work.
Message from her class teacher (Mrs. Nolette) – which she sent on Thursday 31 March 2016 to parents by electronic mail along with a photo of the three (girl) students :
” Congratulations to Maeve, Sitara and Lexxi on earning the optimism award this month! Thanks for helping keep our classroom so positive! ”