Have you ever gone all out and done something really special with your Valentine? I am not a Valentine-y kinda person and we're not a Valentine-y kinda couple. It all just seems a little contrived and a lot of pressure. So we usually do something for the kids, acknowledge that we love each other … [Read more...]
The Evolution of a Working Mom
So I am into my fourth week at work. Wow. Nearly a month under my belt and aside from getting lost in the parking lot and mixed signals causing my daughter to be forgotten The truth is, I was a reluctant entrepreneur. after school, we are adjusting amazingly well. I worked at home for over 8years … [Read more...]
Which Mom Are You?
Two advertising campaigns. Same company. Same consumer insight. Very different outcome. Which mom are you? OR Or are you a bit of both? … [Read more...]
Old Spice Campaign: Biting the Hand that Feeds
Is it just me or is this new ad campaign by Old Spice a tad over the top? Maybe I'm being a downer but when I saw it during an NFL game on the weekend both my son and I felt awkward and uncomfortable. I think I have a pretty good sense of humour and I can relate to how it is sometimes emotional when … [Read more...]
Giving Up The Dream?
For years people have told me that I am living every moms' dream - running my own successful business from home, contributing to our household income, managing my own flexible hours while being accountable only to and for myself. And in many ways they were right. It does sound pretty perfect, … [Read more...]
The Journey to Death
How can I know about dying and how I want to live my journey if I don't open myself up fully to the experience? As I watched my sister-in-law this past summer and now my good friend go through the deaths of their mothers, as I hold their hands, share my wisdom and cry tears of loss and gut … [Read more...]
Light it UP!
When decorating or renovating, don't forget one of the most important aspects of every home! There are some things during a renovation that get little or no attention. We often talk about decor and design but one of the most important items is regularly left off of the homeowner's "To Do" … [Read more...]
Kitchen Renovation – Before to After
As most of you who follow my blog know, we have been living through over 6 months of a massive home renovation. One of the biggest and most demanding parts of the project was the kitchen. Looking at the pictures below from start to finish makes it seem like just a flash in time but it has been a … [Read more...]
My Very Own Peter Pan
When I was a young girl, especially pre-teen and early teens, I desperately wanted to grow up. I couldn't wait to be able to stay up later, or go places on my own, to wear make-up and drive a car. I wanted to be taken seriously and I just couldn't wait for it to happen. I often hear the statement, … [Read more...]
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas!
With my newly renovated house almost complete I decided to go all out this year on the holiday decorating. Lucky for me, I have one very eager 10 year-old assistant. With most of our regular holiday decor covered in thick layers of dust in the yet-to-be-completed basement we decided to take this … [Read more...]