We tried to keep our spirits up on this very sad day (the second anniversary Grandma Judi’s death) by paying tribute to Austen’s Punjabi heritage and the love of music she got from her Grandma Judi.
Mama got out all the instruments and Austen enjoyed the special treat of playing with the sticks.
Mama and Austen had a lot of fun.
Mama used Indian gowns as decoration, along with orange and green from the Indian flag.
The kids (including Riley and Austen) danced to Bhangra in the media room.
The boys dressed up too. But the little girls really shined. Mama handed out bindis and sparkly bracelets.
Mama cooked up a storm — and friends brought Indian food. We had Chicken Tikka, Basmati Rice with Peas, Aloo Pronti, Candied Fennel Seeds, Spicy Lentil Snack, Milky Indian Sweets, Samosas, Nan, Cardemon Cookies, Mango Lassi, and Cholay.
We’re so honored. Baby Theo made his debut.
Here Austen is sharing. Hooray!
A Sikh singing Bhangra on the TV.
A table covered with stickers means it’s time for a craft project.
Ryan works on the craft project. Notice his name on the Bhangra shaker.
A big mess after craft time is over.
Sticker fun in the TV room.
Although Indian dance, food and music were the order of the day, the kids still took the time to play with all the toys.