Character: Uma

Uma - Collecting flowers on the way 2

Intentional Observation

Uma started school last week. As part of her schooling, I attend school every day to observe her and provide support if needed. Currently, it’s for an hour every weekday. During this period, I sit there observing her and her surroundings for an hour, and nothing else. I don’t interact with her or...

Uma on her way to school 0

Weekly Notes 28/2025

Uma started school this week at Earth School. We walk to school every day. It’s about 500 meters, but it takes us at least half an hour to cover that distance. Everything on the way has to be observed by her every day. Taking time to write out an idea or observation forces...

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Weekly Notes 25/2025

I continue to do Physiotherapy. It has helped a lot. Thanks to all the friends who recommended, encouraged, and gave me leads for Physiotherapy. One of the things that I believe helped me in my recovery is the Memory Foam Contour Cervical Pillow with Coolgel from My Armor. I know it’s a mouthful,...

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Weekly Notes 23/2025

It’s that time of the year again. I am IITM/Chennai for Paradox 2025. I reached today. I will be there till Monday. If you’re around, we can grab a coffee. You already know how to reach me.

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Weekly Notes 22/2025

I met WeeklyNotes/Blogring friends in real life (IRL) this week. On Thursday, I had coffee with Mihir and Nidhi at KAARA. They were passing through Bengaluru on their way to a workshop in Coonoor and had some time before catching their bus. It’s fun to meet online folks in real life when you...

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Weekly Notes 21/2025

It was mostly kids and me at home this week. Managing full-time work, kids, and housework by myself was tough. Four kids (okay, one human toddler, a parent, and two pets) are a handful, even when you have regular support. But thanks to a friend and sibling who live close by, I could...