" We are not presently going to close any Libaries" Rob Ford(yes, I heard that, I promise)Good thing, Rob. I stopped saying Libary and started saying Library by age 10 because of Libraries. … [Read more...]
you’re my daughter – not my best friend
When you are a single mom being close with your children is a slippery slope, especially with daughters.You love them so much and you honour their clever insight, wisdom and how well they know you. But they are your children.Their load will likely be different. You don't have that partner to … [Read more...]
tightrope walker
It hit me in a matter of fact way last week that I am a single mom. I know that sounds redundant but I don't think of it often as a way to describe myself (unless I need help carrying something heavy). I realized not just a single mom but the one, you know, you read about in those teen … [Read more...]
piss me off-ivy league chicken
Every now and then I do the momma cop out and buy a homemade chicken pot pie. My favourite is at a local urban boutique that calls itself a market. It had big chunks of chicken and not too much cream and good pastry. $14.99.Said market has had a facelift and looks better than I do in every … [Read more...]
my velvet revolution
"Be the change you want to see in the world" Mahatma GhandiYesterday a friend of mine was over for lunch when my postman, Lloyd, came in my front screen door to drop my mail.Lloyd is one of those people who makes you happy you are alive. He is fit and energetic, slim and alive with goodness. He is … [Read more...]
I have a problem
Last week many new and returning students came through my art studio. One new little one caught my eye because she was wearing a fabulous dress. So fabulous I had to take a picture of itWhy did I love it so much? Well, I have one just like itUmmm. She is 3 and a half. I use a … [Read more...]
words for wednesday-life is a storm
"Life is a storm, my young friend. You will bask in the sunlight one moment, be shattered on the rocks the next. What makes you a man person is what you do when the storm comes." … [Read more...]
today is my birthday. I am 5.
Favourite little guy walks in to my class this morning, chest puffed out, little squishy nose in the air, all 3 feet of him and says "Today is my birthday. I am 5."I could not believe it. He was born on the exact day I separated. September 6, 2006.I gave him a big hug. I ADORE this … [Read more...]
favourite summer moments
We arrived home today with a carload of paints, clothes, canvasses, beads and food from a summer up north. I know we are all going to have a really good year and I know I am luckier than most with how I work and play all summer up north, but I hate that last swim in the … [Read more...]
Where do you find your strength?
A new friend came to the door yesterday morning with dark sunglasses on. It was not sunny out.These are the glasses that can hold you together. They are something to hide behind.We don't need the world to know we have spent the night crying.And maybe the morning too.She is newly separated and … [Read more...]
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