Because there weren't enough ways to feel completely inferior as a parent, someone had to go and invent the Elf on the Shelf. I already fail at Halloween, apparently, because I don't turn my house into the set of a horror movie for the entire month of October. And now, thanks to some … [Read more...]
A Decent Girl
My fourteen-year-old daughter came home from school one day this week and sighed. “Rough day?” I asked. “Everyone was making fun of me because I said I was a feminist.” My first emotions were pride and relief. Well, I must’ve done something right if she can stand up in grade nine and own … [Read more...]
OMG: My Kid Can Drive Now?
So, a few days ago this happened: Yes, that is my daughter. Yes, that is a learner's permit in her hand. And—because we live in Alberta—yes: she is behind the wheel at fourteen. Legally. And since last Friday (when she passed the test), a day hasn't gone by that she hasn't greeted me as I … [Read more...]
Faith In Humanity—Restored
How often do you browse through social media accounts, only to toss your phone aside in disgust, your faith in humanity hitting rock bottom? I know it happens to me several times daily: news of atrocities committed in the name of one religion or another, parents being tried for neglect because they … [Read more...]
Leggings SHOULD Be Pants (A Feminist Rallying Cry)
Leggings are not pants! It seems to be the rallying cry of a generation (mine), aimed at younger generations (including my daughters'). To be totally honest, most of the time I just ignore it as so much irrelevant internet noise in a world already full of irrelevant internet noise. But from … [Read more...]
3 Simple Rules To Actually Keeping Your Weight Loss Resolution
What did you resolve to do differently in 2015? Were you like the 38% of Americans surveyed in a 2014 study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology who listed weight loss as their number one goal? In fact, the same study ranked "lose weight" at the top of their list of resolutions for 2014, … [Read more...]
Visiting Orlando: Doing Disney and Universal in a Day
Heading to Orlando with your family? Great idea: with its climate, theme parks and outlet malls, this Florida city is a great family destination. And if you're into theme parks, the two flagship parks to visit when you're in the Orlando area are Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. Most … [Read more...]
So, First-Day Teacher Gifts Are A Thing Now?
When a friend asked about start-of-school teacher gifts on Facebook this week I was surprised. I mean, is this even a thing? Well, I Googled it and unfortunately, yes, first-day teacher gifts are a thing. A big thing (if you don't believe me, check Pinterest). I'm not sure what the purpose of a … [Read more...]
Family Ties: A Photo Essay
Friends may come and go throughout a lifetime, but family remains constant. For the lucky among us with strong and happy families, the relationships are a source of strength, support and happy memories. And even though nobody can infuriate you quite like your siblings can, you know that … [Read more...]
Top Five Tips for Orlando’s Theme Parks
For many families, a trip to Florida wouldn’t be complete without visiting one or more of the famous theme parks, and my family is no exception. As soon as the destination (Florida) was decided, the theme park planning and anticipation began! After deciding on Florida, we needed to make another … [Read more...]
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