Kath, Author at UrbanMoms

Ballet Slippers, Medals and (Surprisingly) Fun

May 5, 2012 by Kath

The first time I ever heard the term, I thought it was a joke, or at least a chuckle-worthy oxymoron: competitive ballet.I mean, really? Dance -- and maybe particularly ballet -- is an art. And the very nature of art (at least in my understanding) is so rooted in personal expression that I couldn't … [Read more...]

We Are Not Wildrose

April 22, 2012 by Kath

I've lived here for nigh on fifteen years and I'm still baffled by the politics of this place. As a civic-minded individual, I've voted in every single election for which I've been eligible to vote - following my conscience every single time. In Alberta, that means that I've never ever (not even … [Read more...]

A Delightful Detour

April 11, 2012 by Kath

We never meant to stay in Monterey.But it almost seemed as if we were meant to stay there.We left San Francisco in the morning, driving down the Pacific Coast Highway. Destination: Los Angeles. It's a long, beautiful, scenic, LONG drive. We stopped at what I thought would be the half-way point, in … [Read more...]

This is why I MUST go back to San Francisco

April 5, 2012 by Kath

I have come to accept that there are two things in life that you cannot control and must simply accept.1. The Weather2. Your ChildrenAnd both of these factors conspired to affect my ambitious San Francisco sightseeing itinerary.Here's what I had planned:Wake up early, breakfast at Omni hotel … [Read more...]

I left my heart in San Francisco

April 4, 2012 by Kath

This series of posts on family travel to California is generously sponsored by Omni Hotels.Stay tuned for more of Kath's adventures in California courtesy of CityPASS. You could win four CityPASSes to one of ten exciting cities! Click here for details. You know that feeling when you … [Read more...]

Togetherland

March 26, 2012 by Kath

Three Cities, Seven Days…and a CityPASS Giveaway!

March 22, 2012 by Kath

I think I'm going to need a vacation after my vacation! I think a quick peek at my California itinerary will help explain why: Arrive in LA, drive straight to Anaheim (driving time 1-1.5hrs)1.5 days at Disneyland, drive to San Francisco (driving time 7-9 hrs)1.5 days in San Francisco, … [Read more...]

Cal-i-fornia Girls!

March 21, 2012 by Kath

Ah, yes. The Katy Perry song I love to hate has been playing long and loud in my house this past week. Why, you ask?Well, because my girls and I are heading down to California ourselves (only four more sleeps)!It all started as a dream around this time last year. With my marriage disintegrating, my … [Read more...]

Earn Rewards While You Shop At Your Favourite Stores!

March 19, 2012 by Kath

When my first child was born, one of my favourite places to walk to with her in the stroller was the neighbourhood Shopper's Drug Mart. As a new mom, I needed reasons to get out of the house, and the walk to Shoppers was the perfect errand. I could get some fresh air and exercise and also pick up … [Read more...]

Share an Easter Sendable and You Could Win!

March 15, 2012 by Kath

Every day as I leave for work the sun is already up. When did that happen? Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining. Even though we didn't get the cold winter that some pundits were predicting, I am still more than ready for winter to be done, and the longer days are early harbingers of spring's … [Read more...]