Author Archives: Probhita

About Probhita

Quite ordinary, really. Where I do consider myself extraordinary is in that I have been tremendously blessed with the sweetest family and the best of friends. It is nothing short of the richest luxury to be loved as I am! Being challenged to think and break away from status quo is a personal priority. I believe that the Creator of the universe has a plan for my life and random chance is not the way of my existence. I believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. I deeply uphold tolerance - I may not concede to a thought being right - but will always respect its view. The privilege of having the best parents in the world and growing with caring sisters in a rather unique setting is an aspect closely cherished. My youngest sister, despite being oceans away, always remains my closest friend and my biggest encourager! I have a wonderful husband who loves me and two gorgeous children. I presently live in India. This blog is the embarking of a journey with Charlotte Mason's philosophy of education as I continue to homeschool my children. I hope their childhood will be as fulfilling and memorable, if not, more, than mine.

Maine-ly: A Friend and A Book

When I moved to Baltimore, I was introduced to a tall (almost six foot), brown eyed beauty with a great cascade of natural curls. Amy and I were opposite on almost every level (the primary and most noticeable one being … Continue reading

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Go to the ant you sluggard!

Herein lies another bonus of home schooling – finding unexpected wonders in the seemingly insignificant! For nature study on a terribly overcast, rainy day we poked around my Areca Palms and tweezered an unsuspecting ant into a clear bug box … Continue reading

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Nature Study and Composition

It had been a busy weekend and I was tired.  The thought of a walk wearied me. So for Nature Study we ventured all ten steps into our backyard again!  We were refreshed by the beauty we so easily overlook … Continue reading

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A touch of wild

Lii took great care of my garden in my absence.  She made sure that the plants that needed monsoon protection  would be placed undercover and that the already sheltered ones would get their due drink.  Once the annual deluge began, … Continue reading

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Just say it sweetly

How many times have you wished you could have said it differently! It’s the way we say something that makes all the difference. One book I enjoyed over the summer was Gretchen Rubin’s The Happiness Project. She made a list … Continue reading

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Returning

Resolutions aside, I humbly admit to utter failure!  No matter how resolute I have endeavored to be, my blogging has…lagged!  The ‘better late than never’ adage, that I somewhat cringe to proclaim, is at least, (I hope), of some weak … Continue reading

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Okefenokee Swamp Y’all!!

We are in Georgia escaping the cold, wet spell that has fallen upon Maryland,  visiting with Adam’s brother, Les, and his lovely southern belle-bride, Tammy.  They have been so hospitable and fun and we are sorry that we are leaving … Continue reading

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Kolkata

It has been said of this city, that it is either loved or hated!  No middle ground! ‘Cal’, as we old timers refer to our stomping ground, is home to me.  I love this place!  It truly is my City … Continue reading

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When crisis strikes…

In the course of life, the one thing we can always count on, is the unexpected! And yet, whenever it comes calling, we are always taken unawares – at least almost always.  So it was with me.  I was to … Continue reading

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Making Time For A Walk

It was a gorgeous day.  The rain had stopped, the sun was out and a cool breeze blew. It felt criminal to be indoors despite the call of never-ending chores and housework (there’s always so much that needs to be … Continue reading

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