Author Archives: mani

Phoenix (AZ) is HOT!

So the news kept talking about heat records and how it was getting to dangerous territory. But it took a trip to the place to make me realize the real intent behind those warnings. Shade temperatures are still hotter than … Continue reading

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Adya is three years old – and is adorable!

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Lalit and Pallavi are one – and the family keeps growing!!

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Getting ready to celebrate again!

We welcome Anais Shivani Akella-Arias to the fold – and prepare for Pallavi and Lalit’s wedding! Watch this space for updates!!!

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Father passed – and it is a year already :(

Seems like just yesterday when I was talking to him and we were enjoying breakfast together – both of us love upma, a staple in Andhra Pradesh. Miss you , naanna garu!

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Varahi Navaratri Puja

Click here to view the daily pujas as they happen. Or click below to open the link in a new tab

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Spring seems to be here already!

Spring is knocking at the door – is it time for allergy season already? Evelyn Elena Saanvi has joined the family, Ramadasu Jayanthi is next Saturday. Srinu is visiting this weekend and my back has not yet given up its … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Wishing all a very Happy Thanksgiving 2019 – we are celebrating it quietly, preparing for the next year and the larger family that is coming!

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Remembering special moments!

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Summer wine?

Somehow, this morning, my thoughts turned to Lee Hazelwood’s timeless lyrics: “Strawberries cherries and an angel’s kiss in spring My summer wine is really made from all these things” As each year comes and goes, I have to say, I … Continue reading

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