Rudri Patel

Rudri Patel
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Rudri Bhatt Patel is a former attorney turned freelancer writer. Prior to attending law school, she graduated with an M.A. in English with an emphasis in creative writing. She is the managing editor for The First Day and her work has appeared in The Washington Post, Brain, Child, The Huffington Post, The Review, Review Role, Reboot, The Mid and elsewhere. She writes her personal musings on her blog, Being Rudri, and is currently working on a memoir that explores Hindu culture, grief and appreciating life’s ordinary graces. She enjoys reading, writing and running. Rudri has lived in the Valley since 2009 with her husband and daughter (9). You can find Rudri on Twitter, Facebook and Being Rudri.

Best Holiday Gifts {for your friends}

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 The holidays are a perfect time to find that thoughtful gift for your favorite gal pals. Extravagance is optional, but most friends will appreciate a gift that reflects their personality and interests. Here are some...

6 Ways to End Mommy Worry

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As a mom, you are worried sometimes that you yell at your kids and you wonder if that is all that they will remember about you. You worry about their school schedules, eating habits...

8 Tips to Balance Motherhood and Friendship

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Remember those Friday and Saturday nights when you hung out with your girlfriends? After motherhood, those nights are often consumed with finishing work deadlines, making dinner, tending to fussy kids and managing a household. Before...

5 Ways To Create a Peaceful Morning Before School

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School mornings are hectic in my household. As soon as the alarm hits, my feet touch the ground and I begin the task of charting every moment so that my daughter reaches school on...

Five great local spots for a Girls Night Out in Scottsdale!

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Are you looking to enjoy a girls night out in Scottsdale?  Why not consider an evening out at some of these local spots? Whether you want to kick back with a glass of wine or enjoy a...

Why Summer Boredom Is Healthy For Kids

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The sun announces its arrival a little too early. Although the blinds are shut, there is enough light to allow several rays of morning sun into our room. It's only 5:45 a.m., but the day...

Exercise Made Easy With Fit[tbd]… and a giveaway!!

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This post is sponsored by Fit.  This exercise portal bundles boutique fitness classes at studios across the Valley. You can try spin, Pilates, yoga, interval, barre, or meditation. Pick your fit! Click to learn more about the various exercise programs that...

How to Give your Mom A Mother’s Day Gift She Will Never Forget

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Back In college, I loved writing  letters. As I got older, penmanship and letter writing became too time consuming and cumbersome. Instead, I succumbed to picking up a Hallmark Card for holidays and birthdays....

Five Essential Tips for Choosing a Summer Camp

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For most kids across the Valley, the school year is ending soon- leaving many parents wonding what summer camps will work best for their children. There are adventure, sports, art, and educational camps all over the...

My child lost! Now what?

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On a clear and vibrant Saturday, a variety of emotions scorched my heart. My daughter played in her first tennis tournament. On the morning of her “big” day, we ate a family breakfast. She laughed...

A Simple Birthday Tea Time To Remember

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In the last few months, "All Things British" is a central focus of my daughter’s imagination. She is enamored by the Royals and especially by their recent arrival, Prince George. When he made his debut,...

Happiness In A Jar

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Hi Scottsdale Moms!  We'd love to introduce you to SMB' s newest contributor, Rudri Patel! Rudri is a wife, mother of an 8 -year-old daughter, and former attorney turned freelance writer. You can learn...