I have a confession: I'm happy my kids are back at school. When I dropped them off on the first day and saw them settle in with their teachers and classmates, I left the school with a big smile on my face. Speaking to other parents in the schoolyard before the bell rang, I got the sense that some … [Read more...]
The Argos Junior Cheer Team Are The Thrill Of The Summer
I hadn’t been to a Toronto Argos football game in years. Since I was a kid, probably. But when the chance came to take my kids, I knew they would be thrilled. We headed down with three other families to watch the Argos on a Saturday afternoon. BMO Field was beautiful and we picked up some Argos gear … [Read more...]
Cheers To The Good Moms For Sometimes Being Bad
When I arrived in Halifax two weeks ago, I wasn't sure I'd survive. How was I supposed to focus on writing my book and earning my degree when my kids were 800 miles away? I'd miss them too much. Cry for them. I'd crumble when they cried for me. Was I a good mom for leaving, or was I bad? I … [Read more...]
Facing My Own Fears For My Boys
I'm now in my final year of my Masters of Fine Arts program. In addition to writing a book, filing book reports and completing other assignments, I also have to spend two weeks in Halifax this summer for an intensive residency. It means saying goodbye to my kids, friends, and family, and living in a … [Read more...]
Popsicles Are A Must-Have Summer Treat
Homemade popsicles are a summer must have. I remember when my mom used popsicle moulds to make popsicles for us when we were kids. They were delicious, but I also remember how frustrating it was when the popsicle wouldn't come out from the mould, or when the stick would pull out and the popsicle … [Read more...]
How To Be Strong Inside and Out After Your Divorce
Sometimes work leads to place you never really thought you would end up! This weekend I attended a body building show for a newspaper article I'm writing about the popularity of the bikini category, in particular. I know a lot of people have a lot of stereotypes in mind when they think of female … [Read more...]
Camp Or No Camp, There’s Always Something To Worry About
Summer is underway and the first week of a new camp has gone surprisingly well. Well, sort of... As my boys and I waited outside for the camp bus on day one, my six-year-old thought it would be hilarious to hide our bus stop sign behind a double-stroller and a two-wheel bicycle I had just put … [Read more...]
A Time For Endings And New Beginnings
I can hardly believe the school year is over. I think back to my boys' very first day at their new school this past September. I was so nervous I didn't think I'd get through drop off without crying myself. I remember how I stressed when I needed to send in a family photo. Should I send in an old … [Read more...]
Does Your Child Wet The Bed? Don’t Sweat It.
The start of summer is an exciting time, but if your child is stressed about new routines, a new baby, divorce, or experiences like sleepover camp, bedwetting can become a problem. I recently spoke to renowned clinical therapist and mental health specialist, Michele Kambolis, author of Generation … [Read more...]
Baking With My Boys
My boys like to wrestle, master games on the iPad, and play baseball. Usually, most games end in a fight. I often retreat to my kitchen—I enjoy baking healthy treats and I also know that when they're done play-fighting, they'll come rushing to try whatever I've cooked up. They know to expect … [Read more...]
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