In search of silliness...

The everyday experience in the perspective of kids is much more bigger than we actually imagine. Every object they see & every incident they relate shows how they still try to understand their tiny world. Kavya & Oviya needed more & more exposure to the outside world. We like to take them out just to see the curiosity in their eyes, awestruck reaction in their faces & the exciting smile in their lips. Regardless of tiny bug digging a hole to enormous aeroplane flying in the sky, everything catches their attention. When they see an empty road, they run without boundaries. If we watch them closely, we realize that their silliness teaches us important things we were forgetting in life. All these days,

I didn't know what was inside a drainage hole until both of them showed me.

I didn't watch the birds fly (with the same excitement every time) until they disappeared from the sight.

I didn't roll with laughter for petty things.

I didn't even care about the shadows that follow me.

I didn't feel contented with having just one cookie.

Now the details of life are clearly visible when I experience all of these by becoming one among them . There's no fake smiles or fake hugs & there's only genuine love to get drenched in :-)

                 

It was also Kavya & Oviya's time for the summer haircut & of course it was their first haircut :-). When we took them to a nearby parlour, both were tactically escaping the scene by going to the restroom alternatively :-). With all the tears, the haircut was done finally within few minutes. They still describe their first haircut ( they seem to remember incidents) as if something tragic has happened to them :-P. 

                 

Then, we took a right trip at the right time to the nearby Carnegie Science Center. We were amazed to see how the little brains were engaged in various activities. 

Both had fun with experimenting with water inside various shaped containers, building the giant blocks, brushing the giant teeth, watching a miniature village, feeding the ducks (Kavya was upset about the duck's teeny tiny bite of her finger along with the chips... Oops!!) etc. This was a place with lots & lots of activities, which they never got bored of. Meanwhile, I was doing something too.  Both were watching their mom hanging in 'zero gravity' like an astronaut ( well, not exactly )... hee hee!! Now, that's what I was talking about - becoming kid-like :-D :-P.

                 

It's sometimes hard to cope up with the rapid speed they grow. Kids surprise us by letting us know, 'Hey, we're capable of much more!'. It becomes challenging to feed their brains as they grow up. 

The only way to read our child is not through books, not through other people's advises, it's only through walking closely with their path of life!

Never to be missed moments!

Every day of parenting means we get to see something new for sure. Was it Kavya & Oviya's tremendous growth or their in dependency towards each step they take or their attitude towards life or the mega capture of knowledge in their tiny brains? It is everything that I'm amused of each day. The best part is they never stop grabbing all our attention. The unfavorable part is, they keep growing & growing every moment & we begin to miss the infant stage.
There was a day when I was holding 2 tiny bundled newborns in each hand.
There was a day when 4 tired eyes would doze off within seconds.
There was a day when they didn't know what to do with their wiggly arms & legs.
There was a day when they always remained in the crib until I picked up.
There was a day when there were no demanding cries or fights for a toy.
There was a day when they were happy with whatever color dress they wore.
So, caution : Once we start this bumpy ride, there's no reverse gear :-). The only way to get through the ride happily is to get as silly as possible, get as childish as possible, get as giggly as possible & get as naughty as possible. This way, we can make precious moments treasured :-).

How admiring is to watch the little sisters grow together! Kavya & Oviya might fight for petty reasons, sometimes push or kick each other, come running all the way just to tell complaints against each of them, would refuse to share toys. But, there's always love & bonding between them. There's always smiles & laughter when they play. They are the partners in crime. The cutest thing is, they never remain apart from each other :-). I wish the purity in their hearts & innocence in their eyes remain undisturbed forever.

                 

Meanwhile, this moment shouldn't be missed out here - my awesome birthday celebration with our neighbors & Yuvi who arranged a get together with sweets & cake. That was a sweet surprise :-).

                 

There came a day when the sun finally decided to show some light in our place. Then what were we waiting for? It was all trips on all days :-). Whether it's a walk to the nearby park or a ride to the play place or an yummy dinner in the restaurant or just strolling in the mall, every one's ready in minutes. At last, we got rid of the jackets & winter shoes for this season ;-). I'm happy that running on the roads, jumping among the balls, climbing over the gym, riding a toy car & coming through a slide sure gives them a nice workout. And once Kavya was stuck & crying inside a tube while playing in the play gym and I had to go inside the tunnel to rescue her. So, sometimes it's a workout for me too ;-). 

               

It became so hard to entertain such a high energy level kids of this generation. They are not satisfied with just one or two toys like I used to play in my childhood. They seem to crave for varieties & activities & fun everyday! Wonder what the younger generation looks like in the future :-?