I turned 30 years old this weekend.  Seriously, even writing that is hard.I'm not going to lie- I have been dreading this birthday for months.  There's something about this age- THIRTY- that just doesn't sit well with me.  I remember, in my early 20s, looking at thirty year … [Read more...]

I just can't stand that question- "So, what have you been up to?"My answer- "Nothing" "Not much" "Oh, nothing new", or sometimes, just to be wild, I answer with "Busy, Busy, Busy!".Even if there is something new going on in my life, "So, what have you been up to?" is such a generic question that I … [Read more...]

"Slept Like A Baby"Um, seriously, who came up with this phrase? Overheard as I was in the grocery store tonight (and I have no context for this conversation- it was the two guys behind the meat counter that I walked up on):"How'd you sleep last night?""Oh man, it was awesome, I slept like a … [Read more...]

My Grandma turned 89 years old last week.  Isn't she beautiful?She's probably my most favourite person in the world- she'd be your favourite person too if you had the chance to meet her.  Some people are just born sweet, and she most certainly was born with a heart of gold.She rarely tells … [Read more...]

I was at the splash pad with The Boy and two moms were sitting on a bench nearby.  I don't know the context of their conversation, I completely eavesdropped on them, but I got the gist of the convo.  They were discussing why another mother they knew would have another baby, because she … [Read more...]

...because it is so freaking hard to make my toddler eat anything healthy!The Boy is on a food strike.  He only wants cheese, eggs, yogurt, oatmeal, Rice Krispies, milk and fruit.  He will tolerate the occasional bean or legume, but only tolerate- not enjoy.  I feel like I've tried … [Read more...]

On the last day of March, I posted that I was ready to make a change and get back to where my body used to be (or at least attempt it!).  The real catalyst for this decision was a mom at the school I teach at.  I work at a medium-sized private school, so I know the majority of the … [Read more...]

As much as you may try to hide it... Sometimes you just gotta stick a finger up your nose because...well...it's there.And, if you're feeling really wild, why not go for the double pick?  Perfect way to end any meal!I double-dare you!;) … [Read more...]