When I was a little girl, for a while I was obsessed with these tiny little toys he had called Battle Beasts. (Shout out to my older sister and Google for helping me figure out the name of these bad boys.) They were marketed towards boys but for whatever reason, my sister and I loved the little … [Read more...]
Do You Take “Aunt Flow” For Granted?
Here in Canada, and really most of the developed world, we take a lot of things for granted. And while it may not be at the top of most people's lists, dealing with our monthly visit from "Aunt Flow" is definitely one of them. While our society understands that a woman's period is just a part of … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Backpack-Packing List for Back To School
Written by Kait Fowlie You’ve shopped until you dropped for back-to-school clothes, shoes, and school supplies. Now that the first day is here, what exactly does your kid need to bring? Here's your first day packing checklist to help you make sure your kid starts their year off … [Read more...]
People Respond To Robin Williams’ Death In The Worst Way Possible
DISCLAIMER: Some of the details in this article may be disturbing for some readers. A lot of humanity has shown their true colours this week. After the announcement of Robin Williams’ death, many of us reacted with sadness, remembering and celebrating the man who made us laugh for so many … [Read more...]
Adieu, 2013…
[Press play...] [youtube id="DHEOF_rcND8"] I find it a little bit strange to be at the end of another year. I mean, already. Again. Me: Wow, Time... you sure do march along in a hurry... Time: *coolly* Whut? Me: Time! I'm speaking to you!! Weren't we just here a minute ago? New … [Read more...]
Honouring Mandela in the Year of Education
When all the tributes and celebrations are done, how will we continue to remember Nelson Mandela? We have heard and watched the impact of his life through television, magazines, newspapers and social media. He was a teacher, politician, activist, and father. Mandela has proven the power of one and … [Read more...]
Accident Avoided (By Just a Few Inches)
Have you ever had your life flash before your eyes? It’s never happened to me before until this past Sunday. I came pretty darn close, and it’s amazing how fast things really do flash before you. One minute I was sitting in the kitchen with my kids and in-laws, and next minute I was just inches away … [Read more...]
The Right Age to Start a Family
How old were you when you had your first baby? I was 30. Back in the day that would have been considered old, but in todays standards it's really young. When I was off on mat leave with L'il E I met a great group of women who became my mummy friends. We talked about our first-time babies and … [Read more...]
Why We Are Afraid Of Talking About Dying
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place. - George Bernard Shaw I went to an End Of Life Choices seminar with my mom last week. I want to share some of what was presented. The ideas might be simple but because the topic is so heady, we can … [Read more...]
Ongoing List of Things to Be Learned
There are plenty of things I have taught my boys over the years; things like manners, how to land the perfect high five, and of course pull my finger. There are plenty of things, as a parent, I still need to teach my kids. You know, things I need to teach them to be successful, upstanding young men; … [Read more...]
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