Black belt!

 Today, June 13th, 2026. 

5 years ago, Tanush took his very first steps into the world of Taekwondo. What began as the journey of a determined 6-year-old has grown into years of dedication, discipline, perseverance, and countless hours of training.

Week after week, year after year, he showed up, worked hard, and never gave up. Today, we are incredibly proud to celebrate a major milestone—Tanush has earned his Black Belt in Taekwondo!

As tears of pride and joy flow freely, we look back with gratitude on how far he has come and look ahead with excitement for all that is yet to come. Wishing him many more Dan ranks, continued success, and countless achievements in the years ahead.

Congratulations, Tanush! Your hard work, determination, and spirit have truly paid off. The Black Belt is not the end of the journey—it is only the beginning. 🥋🖤

Strawberry Rhubarb jam - Simple recipe

 For the past few years, I had been making Strawberry rhubarb jam, aka, strubarb jam like Tanush calls it. 

It’s so simple! 4 cups each chopped strawberries, sugar and rhubarb. Mix 2 tbsp of lemon juice and 1 pack (1.75 oz) of pectin. 

Bring to a rolling boil. Skim the foam. Reduce the flame and continue simmering for another 10 mins. 

Pour in clean sterile jars (10 jars of 250 ml). Store in fridge or can them! Rhubarb is home grown.

Mac & Cheese

 How has it been 6 months since I posted?! Time flew by. 

Last night was Mac and Cheese dinner with bruschetta and steamed broccoli. 

Halloween 2024

 My creation! I should start a tag, mom’s journey. 

The very Best simple ribs recipe for a busy mom

 Yes, quite right! The most easily made, the well loved recipe that I have been making for, for a while now. 

Ribs (I remove membrane), 3-4 lb

Dry rub (1/3 c dark brown sugar, 1 tbsp each (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika), 1 tsp each (salt, pepper, cayenne). 

Add the dry rub evenly on the ribs. Place in a slow cooker. Add 1/2 c apple cider vinegar + tbsp Worcestershire sauce mix around the ribs. Slow cooker cooked for 6-8 hours. 

Transfer to a baking tray. Baste with 4 tbsp (1 tbsp per pound of ribs), broil on high for 4 mins.

Valentines Day 2025

 Megha made chicken curry today. All by herself! No help needed! I am beyond proud of you Megha!

Valentines Day 2025

 I have had such a difficult week. Words can’t express, I am just hoping next week is better. Anyway…

Tanush, is such a breath of fresh air…even when times are tough. 

We were running lot of last minute  errands this evening as tomorrow and day after we are expecting lot of snow. 

So, I was just getting the gas, groceries etc etc and we were listening to radio. Here is the conversation: 

Radio: 78% of women said that they want this, as soon as they wake up on Valentine’s Day morning. What is it? 

Caller: Sleep? 

Radio: well, it starts with S but she just woke up, so, it’s not sleep. 

Tanush: momma! Momma! Momma! I know this!! I know this! 

Me: uh oh. Ok, what is it. 

Tanush: All these women want to wake up and shovel the snow! 

Me: 🤣. I assure you. No woman in this whole world is thinking, as soon as she wakes up on Valentine’s Day, “right, I got to go shovel the snow”. 

Tanush: No momma! They all want to shovel the snow. All 78% of women! Shovel! It’s starting with an S, have to shovel!

Me: 🤣😂😬😷😷🥰