I am very fortunate that I get the opportunity to travel a lot and much of the time I get to bring my family. In my opinion, having a vacation or even a short break together as a unit is key to staying tapped in and relevant in each others' lives. However, one of my favourite kind of trips is the … [Read more...]
Tolerance and An Open Mind
I created UrbanMoms and I still, seven years later, feel passionate and protective of this space and the community. We have grown and changed but, at the core, our values are still the same - Your Voice. Your Place. My goal was always to represent the diversity that is Canada. I wanted to give a … [Read more...]
The Artist vs The Athlete. Ability or Effort?
A few years ago my son brought home a single C+ on his report card. He had never had a grade lower than B+ in his life and he was devastated. The fact that the grade was in Art didn't seem to matter to him. The C+ was a huge disappointment. I am not devaluing the importance of Art at all but I was … [Read more...]
The Disney Fantasy: A Grown-Up Adventure Too.
We are all familiar in some way with the Magic of Disney. We know that Disney World is "the happiest place on earth" and that most kids dream of experiencing the Magic Kingdom at some point. Disney is a hugely popular destination and, I can say from experience, it definitely lives up. No place on … [Read more...]
A Certain Kind of Sadness.
You can get addicted to a certain kind of sadness. ~ Gotye, Someone That I Used to Know I am in love with this song and have been since I heard it a number of months ago through Facebook. There is something … [Read more...]
Dear Dubai.
Dear Dubai,What a whirlwind adventure we shared! You are so diverse and interesting and I feel like I only got a small taste of everything you have to offer during my short visit. Your stunning architecture impressed me, your beaches soothed me, your shopping invigorated me and your unique culture … [Read more...]
Luck and other gifts.
When I was younger - pre-marriage, pre-kids - I didn't take the time to travel. I was focused on having a career, a loving relationship, planning a family and establishing myself. I didn't take a gap year or a summer backpacking through Europe. I didn't even bother to take a break from my life long … [Read more...]
Is Breast Really Best?
Breastfeeding is a very controversial subject. My kids are 9 and 12 now so I am far away from decisions or judgment or emotion surrounding this issue. However, the other day I overheard a conversation that brought it all back.I was in an elevator for an extended time with two you women. One had a … [Read more...]
He’s My Valentine…Again.
This year my husband and I will be celebrating our 20th Valentine's Day together. TWENTY. One has to get pretty creative to make Valentine's Day romantic and exciting after this many times around. We used to do surprise weekend getaways, romantic dinners out and give cards declaring our love for … [Read more...]
What is wrong with people?!
The other day I was at Starbucks (I know, I know...) getting my morning fix. I love Starbucks. Especially the one at the end of my street. I have said many times that it is like my Cheers, you know, where everybody knows your name and I am so grateful for this. When I first started my own … [Read more...]
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