It's been five days since we landed in Chennai, and we are having lots of fun. I'm here with my girls and my husband and Boy will join us in a few days. The flight was long, with a stopover in Brussels. We ate Belgian chocolates in the airport and freshened up before the long haul … [Read more...]
Holiday pics: lots of mess equals fun!
We just came back from a fun and festive week in Calgary with my husband's family. It was great family time, and it's always hard to leave. Here are just a few pics from my holiday culinary adventures with the Girl! Stay tuned to my blog - my next post will be from India! I'm headed … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays and Thank you
Wishing you and your families a very happy holiday season! As I complete my third year of blogging, I just wanted to say thank you to those of you who read my blog. I love the comments and feedback. Even if you don't comment, I appreciate your support and participation. This … [Read more...]
Out of Sorts
We're in Calgary for our annual holiday trip. It's lovely to be here and I'm enjoying seeing my husband's wonderful family. But I'm not feeling myself. Usually, I pride myself on being organised - lists checked off, and prepared for everything. It's not the case this time. Firstly, I got … [Read more...]
3 Sprouts
I was wandering through Pistachio (Heather Reisman's fabulous store that features only eco-friendly stationery and gift items) when I came upon these amazing baby products from 3 Sprouts. One of the co-founders of 3 Sprouts is Banu Khurana, a friend of mine from university. She's a … [Read more...]
The Mess
This is what it always looks like in our family room. Some defaced dolls: An overflowing, upturned toy cupboard: Other highlights from this weekend, courtesy of my three kids: I went upstairs to make my bed after breakfast and found a hockey stick in my … [Read more...]
Interview night
Today was my first experience with real parent-teacher interviews. Prior to this, we've had interviews at the kids' nursery school, and with kindergarten teachers. But those were more about social development and behaviour than real academic performance. Grade One is a different … [Read more...]
An Unexpected Pleasure
The Boy woke up with a cough. A little out of sorts but not sick really. I decided to keep him home just in case. Because he may be on the verge, and because I was secretly excited about spending time with him in a quiet way. He's a busy guy now. He used to be my baby. … [Read more...]
Hearty Roast Beef Dinner for Cold November days
What's heartier than a pot roast simmering in the oven while leaves dust off the trees and temperatures drop? Nothing, I'm sure. This is one of my favourite fall/winter meals, and I prepared it this past Sunday. Here's the recipe: 2.5 pounds boneless bottom round roast 1 tsp olive oil 1 tsp … [Read more...]
At a Glance
It's absolutely, unabashedly gorgeous outside! The past few days have been spectacular, and what a boon to the senses. I feel uplifted and energized by the sun. The Baby and I have enjoyed several mornings of long walks, and playing in the leaves. At nineteen months, her … [Read more...]
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