The Resilient Trackpad: A Soapy Saga
I buy an Apple Magic trackpad from Amazon. It arrives safe and sound. In my haste to ship items abroad, I pack my magic trackpad with canned tomatoes and detergent.…
Tears and Triumphs: A Lesson in Letting Go
I pick up my son from school. he says that a friend of his is crying after making a mistake on a question in their exams. She is so emotional…
Travel Troubles: MacBook, Money, and a Restroom Riddle
David is traveling abroad. He has packed everything. He has his MacBook Air, his diary, a wireless mouse, and some money in his laptop bag. He lands safely at his…
Size Matters: Stephen and the Extra Large Pizza
It's Sunday night. My brother's 3 sons are playing with my kids. My Daughter comes with Stephen - who is 3 years old - to ask about dinner. We go…
Beyond Style: The Headache-Free Weekly Haircut Tradition
I am having a haircut. I like my new Barber. He takes his time and does a good job. I have a haircut every week. My son asks me why…
Balancing Act: David’s Workday vs. Samantha’s Day of Indecision
David is having a shower. Samantha is waking up from Bed. She picks up her phone and starts scrolling on Social Media. David comes from his shower and dresses up.…
Tiny to Tall: Embracing the Lasting Moments of Childhood
It's 8:30 pm. I am negotiating with my kids to go to bed. So far all their reasons have been shot down. They have to brush their teeth and go…
Hiding Under Tables: Adventures in the Kindergarten Kingdom
I am 2 years old. I am starting Kindergarten today. I have to go to school. I am nervous and don’t want to go. I have no choice. My Mum…
Socks and Secrets: How I Stay Warm in a Cold World
I am always cold. I always have cold feet. At every point in time, my feet are just cold. I can’t stand it when the Air conditioning is too cold.…
Migraines Chronicles #10
It's 1992. I am coming back home from school. As we approach the house, I start seeing lights in my eyes. I am losing vision in my right eye. My…