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There aren’t many colors?

The mall was not crowded yesterday. My young man was really happy to be there since we have been avoiding due to crowds the past weekend. He was scanning for junk and my eyes were scanning shops that sold girly stuff.

Having boys and me not a person who is into dressing up, a lot of stores hasn’t been on my radar. I was thinking about a period when me and my husband used to talk how we missed having a girl. But as time passed and the boys growing up that talk slowly diminished.

Having boys really changed the trajectory of my life and the color of my house. Politics, weather and sports are our household casual conversation topics and anything more doesn’t interest the men in my house.

Ha! The chain of thoughts! Maybe it is time for me to change some colors around my house. On a second thought, I am too lazy to do that. The basketball season is on and I am fine hearing about the Celtics win.

Loved the mug which said “Thermostat Police”. There is a constant power struggle over the thermostat in our house 😀!

7 responses to “There aren’t many colors?”

  1. Hammad Rais Avatar
    Hammad Rais

    These days, year-end sales on outfits has hooked up my wife. Trips to the outlets is bound to happen but after our son gets through with his mid-year exams.

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Wow so jealous of her. A very supportive better half! 😊

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  2. Michael B. Fishman Avatar
    Michael B. Fishman

    I love the thermostat struggle! Let me guess: you want it higher and the guys want it lower?

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Yes I want it high in winter and low in summer 😂!

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  3. SRIKANTH Avatar
    SRIKANTH

    What a beautifully honest and relatable glimpse into your life! Your writing has such a warm, thoughtful tone. It’s wonderful how a simple trip to the mall can unfold into such a reflective journey—from observing the shift in your own interests, to appreciating the unique rhythm and “color” of your all-boy household.

    I love how you’ve found contentment in your family’s unique culture, where sports, weather, and politics are the backdrop of your days. There’s a real strength and softness in accepting that this is your world, and even in imagining a change, realizing you’re perfectly fine right where you are. The “Thermostat Police” mug is the perfect, hilarious symbol of that familiar, loving family tug-of-war.

    Your story is a lovely reminder that life doesn’t always turn out how we first imagine, but it grows into its own rich, meaningful, and often humorous story. You’ve built a home filled with its own kind of warmth—even if the temperature is constantly debated! Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt slice of your world.

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      ganga1996

      Thanks 😊!

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  4. vermavkv Avatar
    vermavkv

    What a delightful and relatable reflection! Your post beautifully captures the humor, warmth, and everyday reality of family life. I loved how you painted the contrast between your shopping interests and your boys’ “junk” radar—it’s both funny and endearing.

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