Tata for now

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 5/10/2013 5:11:00 AM

'For the really few readers this blog currently has, tata for now.Off on a vacation. Tune back in  by mid June!!'

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Voted

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 5/5/2013 1:22:00 PM

'After possibly 4-5 years of not having a voter id and other excuses, finally got an id and cast my vote today.I will have myself to blame as well if my choice proves wrong...heheh.Aditi wanted a tattoo as well, on seeing my nail mark!!'

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37 years young

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 5/4/2013 11:31:00 AM

'That is what I turned yesterday.The girls and amma made carrot cake for me and the girls made umpteen cards( including pop up ones) and some plastic bead maalais and braceletsS a dear friend and now neighbour, baked me a cake and got it with her adorable girls in the eveningWishes poured in and made my day and Navy despite being away on office tour took an earlier flight home!The previous day, I had a great official trip to Ahbad with some personal stuff thrown in a visit to Sanskr(...)'

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The weekend that was

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/29/2013 4:31:00 AM

'Had a nice cosy session at Easy Lib. Surprised to see such few people know of the awesome Karadi Rhymes. More pics at Art's Tales.In other news, Anush and Adi have begun sleeping in their own room by themselves.Very proud of  Adi and for Anush - slow but steady progress.Anush is a pillar of strength for Adi and I see her constantly helping her overcome fears. The other day the bouncy castle that seemed so intimidating to Adi became a wonderful experience thanks to Anushka.'

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Karadi and Tulika Rhymes and Songs today

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/27/2013 2:37:00 AM

'Forgot to post about this....do come if you are in Blore and see it on time!!'

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Barefoot Picnic

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/23/2013 4:00:00 AM

'The girls decided to have a picnic at 6.30am.What better place than here and what better time than now?The simple pleasures of childhood  and the wondrous joys of motherhood!!'

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Summer so far...

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/22/2013 6:06:00 AM

'....has been fun !Had a good time at Bookalore. First time I got a real bouquet for story telling!!Went to Indya Kaleidoscope and it has lovely stuff though many of the things we already haveAte with a dear and talented friend S at The Great Indian Thali. Was wowed by the padwal sweet and got the recipe for palak halwa.This is the first weekend that I was home without Navy and the girls.They went to Cmani as I was busy with Bookalore .Usually I am away when I do over-nighters on wor(...)'

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Bookalore- April

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/16/2013 3:36:00 AM

'Have you registered yet?  Do come. Tulika and Karadi stories  in my session!!'

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Simply Fun !!

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/14/2013 3:41:00 PM

'Anush had a surprise visit from her best buddy from her first school in Blore. Took the girls to Chinatmani for a sleepover.They dressed up for Vishu and organised a treasure hunt for me and generally had a ball.Sans gizmos if any kind.'

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When Anush turned Art Detective

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/12/2013 3:00:00 AM

'At the National Gallery of Modern Art, Bangalore.  The Art detective kit comprises of picture clues on paintings. Printed on cards and well made they also pose a series of fun questions about the art. The kit includes works of artists like  Jamini Roy and Amrita Sher-Gil.I tired to keep Adi involved with simpler clues to find other paintings.  The gallery itself is beautifully laid out and there is a cafe too.A painting contest for kids is to be held on 20th April.'

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Cake and A smart Cookie

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/9/2013 3:00:00 AM

'Adi- Amma let us make cake for AppaMe- No Adi, he does not like cake,Adi- But I like cake ! Let his blow candle and then I will eat it....After a couple of minutes- " Can I also blow the candles and help Appa cut the cake?"'

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Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/8/2013 2:20:00 AM

'Sunday was Navy's 40th Birthday and we celebrated with lots of flowers, clothes and cards, a lovely Ganesha from Eka and a surprise party with lots of wishes and  a photo essay of his life so far!It was lovely connecting with those who love him. Lunch was chaat from Chintamani and simple dal chawal curd. No fuss and fresh! Just like my man.I did not have any message for him on video or audio or in writing but this time I hope my actions spoke of what I feel for Navy.Another hig(...)'

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Join us at ANTS!

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/4/2013 7:00:00 PM

'This Saturday. Enjoy the ride!'

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Anushka's Progress. . .

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/3/2013 8:33:00 AM

'Was thrilled to have my opinion of Anushka reaffirmed by all her teachers. Way to go girl!  And she was so excited to see her new books for the next year.Reminded me of me ...But time really flies.My baby is in Third Standard.....already.'

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HoliDays

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 4/1/2013 7:10:00 AM

'The apartment celebrated Holi and what fun it was.The very guarded use of water did not in any way lower the funNice to be a part of a responsible communityWe had a family dinner at Cream Centre and met with an Aditty as we were getting ready:"You are looking fablulous" she exclaimed to Anushka" And me?" I asked her"No Amma. You look beyooootiful." she saidMy session at ThinkBox on Hi -5 Senses was engaging and rewarding too!! The girls joined a small summer camp near home for just (...)'

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Chennai Revisited

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 3/29/2013 5:30:00 AM

'Stayed with Aparna of Women's WebMet Praba of ST and Learning Bees and Riti of ITW and the kids got along wellWent to my office, Dakshin Chitra, the beach Ate at Eden, Murugan Idli and a roadside sandwich stall. And underwent the visa formalities.Love that we have so many friends  who are willing to put up with our odd timings and unplanned visits!!'

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Holi Water

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 3/26/2013 4:46:00 AM

'What a waste of water baby...let us not play Holi.... Why dont you have a pool party in the baby pool this year?Last year we had said no to chemical colours and used only half a bucket of water.Amma, let me not bathe on Holi. I will use the water saved  for Holi!'

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Vela Weekend

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 3/25/2013 11:38:00 AM

'Went to Chintamani after a long gap. The above pic is taken there at the famous groundnut factory they have.Attended a birthday in the building- first time where both my girls were invited here, else it has been one or the other.Revisited our old flat in Blore. Good fun but no regrets. Aditi only recalled the playpark and the watchman uncle. And after seeing her, our immediate neighbour there.Aditi's report card was excellent and was glad to see her at on dipslay in class.Anushka's (...)'

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This Day and That

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 3/21/2013 8:11:00 AM

'Today is Fragrance Day and Poetry Day too.How about we say: Hurray!! First mango of the season day!!'

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Bijoy and the Big River

Author : Artnavy      Blog : The not-so artful dodger      Date : 3/20/2013 3:22:00 AM

';Assam for me conjures Bhupen Hazarika's haunting voice, the lovely tune of the TV serial on Brahmaputra, the Bihu dance, the majestic river, the red and white fabrics, bamboos and my visit to Guwahati where my grandparents stayed for a while.Today is World Storytelling Day and here is a book written by dear friends from Saffron Tree.;;;; A charming tale set in Assam, Bijoy and the Big River follows a young boy- Bijoy and his family into the world they live in. A father who raises e(...)'

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