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Today marks a decade since I became a parent. I f Today marks a decade since I became a parent. I feel like a fraudster when I write this line, because what does becoming a parent truly mean? Let me ruminate on that existential crisis later. V has always been high needs & parenting V this year has been a masterclass in rolling with it. One moment she would be arguing with passion about a mundane chore, and the next she would be crushing me with one of her solid hugs. For all the obnoxiousness and eye rolls, her moral compass is extremely strong. She'll casually declare, "I hate you, Ma," and then, moments later, sit beside me teary-eyed, rereading the little notes I've written to her over the years. This month, I asked V what she would like for her birthday. After all, you only enter double digits once in your life, I reasoned. I told her she could have a birthday party of her dreams or an exotic travel location. She rolled her eyes and said, "I want to volunteer- work with animals."(She has always wanted to become a wildlife conservationist). I asked if she was sure. She added it had to be an ethical space, which did not exploit animals. We researched, wrote to people, called up organizations. I told her I'm a little unsure because some spaces expect her to get anti rabies shots. She didn't back down. After multiple deliberations, she spent today at the Madras Crocodile Bank, working with animals. She just came home beaming about educators she got to shadow, the giant tortoises she got to bathe, the baby gharials and all the cool stuff she learnt. Best birthday ever, she declared. Watching youngsters find pieces of themselves - what moves them, what matters to them, what scares them, how far they can push is a privilege. Tonight, as I tucked her into bed, I think we did okay. Maybe that is what being a parent means- allowing 2 contradictory feelings to exist side by side. Living with constant doubt and relentless self-reflection, while also having unwavering faith in your child. Being detached enough to let them discover who they are, yet present enough to witness it. Perhaps becoming a parent isn't a destination we arrive at when they're born, but something we're still becoming, 10 years later.
Ep2 of humour in picture books: Puns and Wordplay Ep2 of humour in picture books: Puns and Wordplay I love good puns and while these aren't the only pun-ny books out there, these are some of my favourites. These are lovely for toddlers and preschoolers but best for elementary children- yes, you heard me right. Children who know the rules of language well enough to appreciate wordplay. Comment Puns to receive the links in your inbox.💜 How many of these have you already read? #ammatoday #ammatoday_books
Guess I couldn't stick to 5. Which of these is you Guess I couldn't stick to 5. Which of these is your favourite? Or an element I may have missed? Tell us in comments. #ammatoday
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