See that picture? Tomorrow, that's where I'll be. I leave for three days in the Okanagan Valley and I'm staying at the Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa. Three whole days of exploring this beautiful area, visiting vineyards and relaxing at the spa. I have never been to this part of the country … [Read more...]
Oh, Btw, Now I’m a Parenting Expert
I had to share this with you. Today I got a call from a newspaper asking for my perspective on a current issue related to children. They wanted a quote from me as, get this, "a parenting expert". Wtf?! I just about choked. Me? An expert on parenting? Um, no. No. No. And a big fat NO. So, I laughed … [Read more...]
My Life is a Circus (and you could win tickets to one)
I know that I am absolutely not the only mom who feels this way but every year it hits. What the hell was I thinking with this crazy schedule! The transition from laid-back and lazy summer to the hustle and bustle of "real life" is always a bit crazy and, without fail, I feel the madness consuming … [Read more...]
So I Guess You’re One of THOSE WOMEN.
Today was weird. I had a strange conversation with a woman at Starbucks. First of all, you should know that Starbucks is like my Cheers. I walk in and the baristas wave. They know my name and my drink (grande non-fat no water Tazo chai) without me saying a word. I thank them, by name, and chat about … [Read more...]
Girls Night Out
What I have realized over the last year or so is that there is something really special about spending one-on-one time with my children. Family time is great and seeing my kids have fun together is fabulous too but spending time with one of them alone is truly special. Like when my son and I took … [Read more...]
Boys Gone Wild
I did something many parents would think crazy; I took eight kids, including six 10-year-old boys, to Canada's Wonderland for my son's 10th Birthday. Think I'm crazy yet? Just wait. Not only did we go but we got there before it opened and we left ELEVEN AND A HALF hours later. Yup. And you know … [Read more...]
Things That Remind Me of You
It comes out of nowhere. When I least expect it my heart jumps, my stomach lurches and there she is. It all comes flooding back. And I miss her. Last night as I drove down University Avenue in Toronto and passed Princess Margaret Hospital, it happened. I hadn't been there since my mom was a patient. … [Read more...]
My Top Ten Ways to Escape
Each of us needs an escape every now and then and lately I've needed more than my share. So, I thought I would create a list for you of my Top Ten Ways to Escape. They are in no particular order and some of them are more effective depending on the circumstances but they have all been tested and … [Read more...]
Am I the only mom dreading back-to-school??
Both in real life and online moms everywhere are counting down to back-to-school and some have already expressed their glee regarding their Boards early start to the school year. I, however, am not. I am plugging my ears and shouting "I can't hear you!" at the top of my lungs. I don't know why … [Read more...]
The Beach
Beaching it Cottage Style. … [Read more...]
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