Summer’s End

Well, my next and final post will be written from home because that’s where I’ll be after the long weekend. I can’t believe it! I can not believe that I have been up here for 2 months and have not only survived but actually enjoyed myself. I met some great new friends and had some memorable times.

This long weekend is the final hurrah. My husband and I have invited our cottage neighbours over for a bbq and bonfire on Saturday night. We will pull out our blender for the last time and sip on our now perfectly crafted Baileys Shiver. From now on every time I sip a Baileys I will think of this first summer up at the cottage and of my friends at urbanmoms.ca.

So now, as I sit here taking it all in and facing the reality of the coming weeks I feel proud of myself. Silly, isn’t it? I am a grown woman, a mother, and I was scared at the thought of being on my own up here. Outside of my comfort zone, the city where everything is accessible and familiar. How is it that I can feel safer in my busy urban neighbourhood than at my cottage where the only time I see someone else is when they trek over to visit?! Anyway, my point is I am glad I did it and am starting off this fall with a new attitude. I will take more risks, trust myself more, and enjoy the company of my friends. Thanks to all of you for your support and advice which help me put it all in perspective!

So, as my mind swirls with the idea of moving out of the cottage and back to the hustle and bustle of the city I think it will be a very different me you see next week. Back to the routine and back to being urban. Join me next week for my final installment!


Emily is an urban mom to a 10 month old daughter and 3 year old son. She’ll continue to Keep It Cool throughout the summer so check back soon and please share your comments below.