By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Friday, February 26, 2010

 

In the midst of winter, and today being a snow 'storm' in my town, many think of the warmer days. Today I am thinking of our wonderful tirps to Pennsylvania: riding bikes on Pine Creek, stargazing with our friends, camping by the rambling brooks, riding on amazing, restored trains, exploring 'rim rocks' and dams surrounded by wonderful, mysterious and magical hills. All such activities done in the summer. Amazing that in summer, not many dream of winter-ludes, huh?

Let's dream of a few summer-ludes and enjoy some videos and snaps from warmer days to come again.

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By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Wednesday, December 09, 2009

Today I am continuing a tribute to George Thaliath from friends. Ashish, a contributor to George's weekly Monday Mail e-newsletter shares his memories and thoughts of George.

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By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Monday, December 07, 2009

A tribute to a life well lived of a family friend, George Thaliath of Kochi is highlighted this week on Alaivani.

We all send healing thoughts and well-wishes to his family and all friends and well-wishers at this time.

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By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Monday, April 13, 2009

Have you ever watched a feel good Hindi movie? Many of them have a marriage, not only of the bride and groom, but the family. Often when Indian immigrants marry in America, whether it's to other Indians or to non-Indians, the extended family comes over to stay, not only to attend the wedding, but may become part of the honeymoon too! Read our experiences...

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By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Friday, May 02, 2008

We are going to India in a few weeks! Ever wonder what it takes to prepare for our yearly trips abroad? It's not only fun to be in India, but it's equally fun to get ready to go to India! Enjoy.

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By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Thursday, January 03, 2008

A tribute to those who cared for me in India. My mothers (ammas) in India. Read More »

By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Wednesday, December 05, 2007

What would you answer if asked, "Who do you think is the most interesting person?"

My own ideas around this question changed after experiencing what a few close to me have shared.

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By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Saturday, November 10, 2007

Actually, the title of the book by Judith Viorst is Alexander and the Wonderful, Marvelous, Excellent, Terrific Ninety Days, but it has evolved slightly to commemorate a great contributor to this website- my father in law.

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By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Wednesday, August 15, 2007

Last week, I talked about the placebo effect. I want to share a story about how a homeopathic tablet opened up opportunity for match making. Some call the pill a placebo, but maybe the real placebo was the hope that the pill put back into their lives, leading to a different energetic level that allowed more possibility. Read More »

By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Wednesday, July 11, 2007

One fine day, while in Trivandrum this year, it rained heavily. We could not move outside. Since we had access to the Sainik school library materials, I spent some time reading an Indian ladies magazine, Femina. I particularly like to read the household tips section as the ladies submit many tips that are easy to do and based on natural cures (rather than using chemicals). I am sharing some here with you. I believe they are from the July 2007 issue, but unsure. They are listed in no particular order. Read More »

By Jennifer Kumar, LMSW Cultural Adjustment Coach/Mentor on Saturday, April 28, 2007

Additional topics to spark your interest in contributing to this section of the blog. Read More »