New week, new month.. some chit chat.
@arunima25 (85269)
Bangalore, India
August 1, 2022 1:52am CST
Good afternoon from this side of the planet 
. It's 12:12 PM here and I am back from my work
. It was a good easy going day at work. So, the week started well . And it's the beginning of the new month too. Hope we all have a good one
I love it when the new month starts on Monday. Things seem more sorted out when first day of month falls on the first day of the week
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And as August comes, it has a vibe of entering in to the later half of the year. We will be entering "ber" months from next month. And that means that Christmas is near and so is another year.
Time flies. The countdown for my elder daughter leaving for college and hostel in far away city begins. Having mixed feelings about that. She leaves on 19th of the month.
Weekend went good. It was mostly relaxed except for a two hours online workshop that I had to attend on Saturday.
We see quite a few holidays in this month. We have a mid week holiday coming next week on account of Muharram and then a long weekend as 15th August is our Independence day 
Missed the payout this month as I could not be much active here in July. But I have crossed the mid way mark and so have a good start to this month.
Wishing you all a good week and a good month
Cheer up!!
Will move to reading and responding till the rice gets ready in the rice cooker for lunch
. It's 12:12 PM here and I am back from my work. It was a good easy going day at work. So, the week started well . And it's the beginning of the new month too. Hope we all have a good one
I love it when the new month starts on Monday. Things seem more sorted out when first day of month falls on the first day of the week.
And as August comes, it has a vibe of entering in to the later half of the year. We will be entering "ber" months from next month. And that means that Christmas is near and so is another year.
Time flies. The countdown for my elder daughter leaving for college and hostel in far away city begins. Having mixed feelings about that. She leaves on 19th of the month.
Weekend went good. It was mostly relaxed except for a two hours online workshop that I had to attend on Saturday.
We see quite a few holidays in this month. We have a mid week holiday coming next week on account of Muharram and then a long weekend as 15th August is our Independence day
Missed the payout this month as I could not be much active here in July. But I have crossed the mid way mark and so have a good start to this month.
Wishing you all a good week and a good month
Cheer up!!
Will move to reading and responding till the rice gets ready in the rice cooker for lunch20 people like this
18 responses
@DaddyEvil (137145)
• United States
1 Aug 22
It's always bittersweet when the babies start to fledge. I remember when Pretty went away for college. I didn't know what to do with myself for weeks afterwards. (I kept thinking I needed to get her lunch ready or remind her about something. It's different when all you can do is call and talk to them instead of seeing them in person every day.)
And whose fault is that for not being here talking with me so much this month? 
Yeah, it's always nice that we get extra when we have something to start off the new month in our account.
Yucky! Rice again? 
Yeah, it's always nice that we get extra when we have something to start off the new month in our account.
Yucky! Rice again? 5 people like this
@DaddyEvil (137145)
• United States
4 Aug 22
@arunima25 Doesn't your family get tired of lady fingers?
Yeah, life happens to all of us at times, so less participation on myLot just happens... It can't be easy starting a new school year. I'm looking forward to you being here more after things settle in.
Yeah, "adjusted" but not happy about it.
Doesn't your family get tired of lady fingers?
Yeah, life happens to all of us at times, so less participation on myLot just happens... It can't be easy starting a new school year. I'm looking forward to you being here more after things settle in.
Yeah, "adjusted" but not happy about it.2 people like this
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Yes, rice again . We have it at least thrice in a week. It's one of our staple diets. And today I have made another of your favourite..ladies for 
Well, not sure whom to blame for the less interactions here. I was busy with life for good reasons and so I can't blame anything. Happy the way the month went. I hope to be more active here from September once everything is a bit of settled.
And you are right about the bittersweet experience. I am sure that it's going to be tough initially but soon we will get adjusted to it.
. We have it at least thrice in a week. It's one of our staple diets. And today I have made another of your favourite..ladies for
Well, not sure whom to blame for the less interactions here. I was busy with life for good reasons and so I can't blame anything. Happy the way the month went. I hope to be more active here from September once everything is a bit of settled.
And you are right about the bittersweet experience. I am sure that it's going to be tough initially but soon we will get adjusted to it.2 people like this
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
@DaddyEvil Nope, never. ]We have so many different preparation varieties. And it's a favourite of everyone, including my niece who just moved in with us.
Hmm...we have to move on. This is one big milestone in our lives. Happy for her.
]We have so many different preparation varieties. And it's a favourite of everyone, including my niece who just moved in with us.
Hmm...we have to move on. This is one big milestone in our lives. Happy for her.2 people like this
@Juliaacv (48389)
• Canada
1 Aug 22
I am sure that you will be busy finishing the preparations for your daughter to leave for school.
It is such a special but emotionally difficult time, I wish you well.
Our son attended a university that was 4 hours away, and it was so hard that first year that we took him there.
He surprised us many times by wanting to come home for weekends during that year.
It helped us all adjust to this new phase in our lives.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
3 Aug 22
It is pretty busy here with all the preparation. It's actually a bittersweet experience.
Well, she has got into a prestigious design school in the country and also on Global level. I wish it was nearby and she could visit us on weekends. But it is very far in the other state and it takes a whole day of journey including the road and air travel. And the travel would be expensive too. So, it's so that we would see her only a couple of times in a year for long vacations. Well, we are happy to see that she has got into the best college and is getting closer to her dreams in the life. We will soon get adjusted to the new phase of our life.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Yes, this year independence day celebration would be extra special with 75 years and Azaadi ka Amrit utsav.
Hope you are doing good health wise. And the baby is also doing good.
Earnings will pick up once you are regular and active. Right now you need to take care of your health and spend some good time with your family.
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@anil02 (24688)
• India
8 Aug 22
@arunima25 You are right health is first. Last week I have new problem. My mouth, lips, turned crooked. I have MRI scan of brain and right side of body. Problem is minor and I am taking medicine I also have problem in right eye.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
9 Aug 22
@anil02 Oh! Sorry to hear about that. It sounds like seizures or stroke. What did the MRI report say? Thankfully it's a minor one. Sending all good vibes and prayers for you. How are you doing now? Take care
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@RebeccasFarm (86732)
• United States
1 Aug 22
Sorry you missed pay out but its okay.
Yes the Ber months are my favorite. Come along please.
Happy August to you and family Arunima.
I wish time to fly for my move.
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@RebeccasFarm (86732)
• United States
4 Aug 22
@arunima25 Oh I know..I can understand this perfectly Arunima..I wish she did not have to go.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
5 Aug 22
@RebeccasFarm Hmm... every parent would want that but then it's not healthy for anyone. They have to leave the nest after they learn to fly
How about your shifting? Is all done or are you still in the process?
How about your shifting? Is all done or are you still in the process?1 person likes this
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Even I love "ber" months. Festive mood and celebrations set in.
I know that you are looking forward to the move. So, you want time to fly. It's other way round here. I know once she leaves for college, she is all set to step into independent adult life. I want the days to stand still and moments to freeze. Empty nest syndrome has started setting in.
I know that you are looking forward to the move. So, you want time to fly. It's other way round here. I know once she leaves for college, she is all set to step into independent adult life. I want the days to stand still and moments to freeze. Empty nest syndrome has started setting in.
@RubyHawk (99425)
• Atlanta, Georgia
9 Aug 22
@arunima25 The weather will begin to cool by the middle of September so it won’t be long.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
14 Aug 22
@RubyHawk It's another month. So, enjoy the warm weather till it is here to stay.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
9 Aug 22
Winters at your place can be cruel. And I guess that it stays too long there. Enjoy the fall. It might get over soon.
We hope for the same. Since she is going into a course of her choice and a college that she wanted, we hope that she would love it and enjoy the four years of stay there.
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@oahuwriter (26780)
• United States
2 Aug 22
Yes, coming to autumn with milder weather locally too. It's only natural about your daughter. A nice month filled with celebrations to enjoy, nice! My day went good too.
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@oahuwriter (26780)
• United States
4 Aug 22
@arunima25
Understand, children grown, now holiday visiting?
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
5 Aug 22
@oahuwriter Our holiday is over. April and May are summer vacation here. We will get another semester break in October.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
I guess it's another milestone. The initial stages would be tough but soon we will get adjusted to it. It is a bittersweet experience..
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@ptrikha_2 (45463)
• India
6 Aug 22
Yes the festive seasons begin. Yet that also means some more expenses here and there.
This time, Rakshabandhan is on 12th but the declared Schools and Official Holidays are on 11th August so that implies a leave on 12th.
Yet I already had to take two leaves recently. So it would be a tough decision.
I have had a mixed start to August, which I might tell in more detail may be in a future post.
Yet a big headache of a big pending matter seems to have ended and that could be a big relief.
Some challenges personally and for the whole team at the workplace but opportunities can also be there.
Rains finally seem to pick up. If there is a hot and humid day, rains also come sooner or later.
Have a nice Dinner and a nice sleep!
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
9 Aug 22
Here in South India, there is no holiday for raksha bandhan. So, our mornings on that day becomes rushed one with all cooking, pooja and the ceremony before leaving for work.
So, what's your plan for raksha bandhan? Are you close to your sister to visit her?
Glad that you have some relief.
August has started well but too hectic. Good that it has got a couple of long weekends to help me with all the work on personal front. And then I am taking a week off to drop my elder one to hostel.
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
23 Aug 22
Thank you for your wishes.
I am mylotting from the train that I have just boarded after dropping her to her college campus.
Internet is pretty unstable in the train.
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@Marilynda1225 (79678)
• United States
1 Aug 22
Happy August! time is flying and before we know it we'll all be talking about the holidays.
I made payout by the skin of my teeth as I also didn't spend as much time here as i usually do. You'll have a nice star for the next payout.
Hope you have a great day
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@Marilynda1225 (79678)
• United States
4 Aug 22
@arunima25 July and August seem to be slower months here. Things should pick up in September once the kids go back to school and vacations are over.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
5 Aug 22
@Marilynda1225 Yes, children staying at home can be handful for parents and keep them away from mylot.
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Yes, I have a good start. This month also would be a busy one. So, maybe I will just manage to reach the payout somehow. I hope to be more active from September as most of the things would be settled by then.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Time flies. And once August is over, we feel like getting closer to the end of the year.
It's a bittersweet experience. I am happy for her achievements and proud that she is into the most prestigious college. But then it is quite far from our place and I would not be seeing her in person so frequently.
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@Fleura (29120)
• United Kingdom
4 Aug 22
@arunima25 I'm sure you will really miss her, but also sure she will make the most of her opportunity : )
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
5 Aug 22
@Fleura Yes, we would wish for all her happiness, safety and success like any parent would. But then we know that one day the nest would be empty. We can't control that.
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@everwonderwhy (6697)
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28 Aug 22
How has August been for you as you face September? We got this! By the grace of God.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
29 Aug 22
August was a happening month in offline life. My daughter got into college and started a new journey. Younger daughter got into a good pre University college.
The renovation work has finally started at my home. Health was not so good and I am still not that energetic.
It was a slow month online.
@LindaOHio (155957)
• United States
1 Aug 22
It's hard to believe that it's August already and the kids will be going back to school. The summer has been so hot that people have not been doing much outside. Wishing you a good week too.
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@LindaOHio (155957)
• United States
4 Aug 22
@arunima25 I'm sorry that your daughter will be going away for college. It will be a good experience for her though.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
5 Aug 22
@LindaOHio Yes, it's an important milestone for her. We are proud parents. We wish that she will do well and grow in her life.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Oh! Sorry about the harsh summer. That would have been a spoiler for all summer vacation fun.
Time flies. It's the countdown for her college start and I am having a bittersweet experience. I will not be seeing her often as she is going quite far to a different state.
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@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
1 Aug 22
I will be 43 in September. In just a snap of finger bam I am no longer pretty LOL.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
I have already crossed that number. But I still feel pretty and full of life. I am ageing gracefully.
@luisga814 (6913)
• Quezon City, Philippines
1 Aug 22
Yes. New day, new month, new life, new challenges. It's 9:21pm here in my end.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Hope you are having a good August so far
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@luisga814 (6913)
• Quezon City, Philippines
4 Aug 22
@arunima25 Yes. I'm having a good time so far.
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@allknowing (130066)
• India
2 Aug 22
Anything goes when it comes to what day of the week starts a new month and at what time I start doing something even if it is for example the 13th and I do something at 2 in the afternoon. And this attitude helps me somewhat.
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
That's a good attitude..
I try to stay active and productive as much as possible.
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I try to stay active and productive as much as possible.1 person likes this
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Yes, India has so much of cultural and religious diversity. We end up having so many holidays. It's a land of holidays and year around celebrations.
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@freelancermariagrace (27219)
• Philippines
2 Aug 22
Without a doubt, time passes quickly. I'll be a year older next month. Haha
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@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
4 Aug 22
Older by an year...means more experience and wisdom there.
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