Sean and I had a great 2011 but I can't help but acknowledge the many people in my life that faced the challenges and heartbreak that 2011 held for them. I can only hope that they find some peace and happiness in 2012. Last New Years Eve I wrote about the fact that I never make resolutions. … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Highlights
Just a few of things that made me smile in 2011...Eva turned four.I got the camera I'd been pining forCam hit double digitsDaddy went on an adventure to India. After almost 3 weeks, we were VERY happy to have him homeWe made it through another year of weather...The best Knock Knock show ever took … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – 3 things
1) Clearance Nutcracker ornaments provide hours of entertainment. Literally - hours. 2) The Dollar Store. I always find the best things there. This was my fave find this year!Wine Capes!3) Best wishes for a Merry Christmas & happy holidays from my gang to yours!! … [Read more...]
Until Further Notice
Last night I'd had enough.I was done. My last bit of patience was used up. I was so sick and tired of using "Christmas" to get my kids to behave.They shouldn't behave so they get gifts. They should behave because it's just what they're supposed to do. The right thing is to be … [Read more...]
That’s a (un)wrap!
Last year I wrote about finally being able to put gifts under our tree.This year I put a few gifts underneath. Clearly labelled with names not my childrens. If it's not theirs, they're not interested...Two weekends ago I spent a chilly afternoon in the house by myself, drinking coffee, … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – The Adventures of Tony Hawk
Here are just a few of the things that our silly Elf has been up to.Flying HighJust hangin aroundTony on a ponyGetting up to no good while everyone's asleepSnuggling with OwenWe've got one more week this this little guy. I wonder what else he'll get up to... … [Read more...]
Passing it Down
If there's one thing I want to give my kids, it's confidence. I want them to be willing to try new things. I want them to take chances. I want them to be able to step out of their comfort zone every now and then. I'm not sure why but those are all things that I don't do. Confidence is … [Read more...]
Babycakes
One thing I've really wanted to add to our traditions at Christmastime is baking. I remember vividly my mum making tins of shortbread and plates of rumballs every Christmas (I also remember wondering how many rumballs I'd need to eat to get a buzz) I wanted to create memories like that … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – He’s BaaAaack!
Last year I introduced you to Tony Hawk. The kids swore he'd be back on December 1st, but he didn't arrive until the 7th. Oops. Silly elf. I hope he remembers to find a new spot to sit every night. He can be pretty forgetful... … [Read more...]
Walkin In A Winter Wonderland
This morning I did something I have never done before. I went for a winter walk.Alone.With my camera.I'm not sure why I haven't done that before but I will do it again. It was peaceful. Relaxing. Fresh. I felt healthy. It was nice smiling and saying hello to all the … [Read more...]
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