I always wanted a dog and my kids had been begging for one for years. I had romantic notions of what it would be like to own a dog. He would be soft and furry and curl up at my feet while I was writing. We would go shopping together and take long walks. I envisioned walking my happy kids to … [Read more...]
Remember To Slow Down And Enjoy The Process
I do everything at warp speed. Anyone who knows me can vouch for this fact. I eat fast, walk fast, write fast. In fact, I'm often the fastest and I actually pride myself on these very things: on being the most efficient and accomplishing at least 10 things before 9am. I have a to do list long as my … [Read more...]
Letting Go Of The Mommy Guilt And Focusing On Me
I love being a student here in Halifax. I've been away from my kids for nearly two weeks and while I miss them terribly and can't wait to come home, I have a dirty secret: I am having a great time. I've met amazing people, I've explored a new city, my head is full of ideas and knowledge, and my … [Read more...]
You’ll Be GLAD You Donated To Your Local Goodwill
I try to teach my boys about being kind to others. I want them to know the value of being generous and caring and I want them to understand that not everyone is fortunate. We make a point of doing things like holding elevators for moms with strollers and doors for the elderly. We also regularly … [Read more...]
The Scary Reality Of Pursuing Your Dream
I’m about to do something I never thought I’d be able to do. It’s been a dream of mine for 15 years, but once I had kids, once I got divorced, I assumed I’d have to let go of my dream. It was expensive, impractical, not possible for whatever reason. It had become more of a fantasy. Until all the … [Read more...]
Dating With Kids Has Its Advantages
One of the first things I worried about after I separated was finding a new partner, one who would love my kids as much as I did. I felt like I was at a huge disadvantage. It seemed like no matter whom I met, each of us would have our own kids, schedules and parenting styles, not to mention personal … [Read more...]
How To Explain Divorce To Your Children
I explained divorce to my children two years ago when the concept was new and am constantly reinforcing the same messages: 1. Divorce is never the childrens' fault. 2. Mommy and Daddy wanted you to have two happy homes instead of one unhappy home. 3. Even though a marriage can end a … [Read more...]
EmBARKing On A New Family Journey
There are few things I wouldn't do for my kids, but when they asked for a dog two years ago I said no. When they asked for one last year I also said no. But this year, it started to feel like they could use some extra love. "Please, Mama," they begged. "I just want something to love and to … [Read more...]
Keeping The Peace: Attending Your Kid’s Graduation After Divorce
It’s the time of year that every separated or divorced parent dreads: your child’s graduation. Parents and grandparents are invited to see their kids sing songs, recite poems and celebrate the end of another school year. The milestone comes with a unique set of stresses: Who do you invite? Where … [Read more...]
Dating Again? What You Should Wear On A First Date
If you’re newly single, dating is hard at the best of times. But knowing what to wear can help get you off on the right foot. I chatted with Erica Phelan, President of Runway Luxe, a fun urban brand of clothes, for some advice on fashion, accessories and how to pull it all together for the perfect … [Read more...]
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