Take me out to the ballgame! Or literally anywhere, really. I just need to get out of the house. I've actually been super involved with NCAA football lately for a project I'm working on and it occurred to me that parenting really isn't that different than coaching organized sports. Here's what … [Read more...]
A Portugal-Inspired Soup For The Soul
It's still technically summer as I write, but I'm already in the mood for soup. It's one of the easiest things to make, it's filling, and after a week on vacation in Portugal, I'm desperate for the chance to detox! I searched for healthy soup recipes and came across one for a hearty turkey and … [Read more...]
6 Edmonton Parks Bound To Be Fast Family Favourites (And Tire Out Little Legs)
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Where To Find Free Events For Kids During the World Cup Of Hockey
This September, the World Cup of Hockey Tournament will take over the city. From September 16 to October 1, 2016, some of the best international hockey players will take to the ice at the Air Canada Centre. The tournament will host 170 of the best players in the NHL. Eight countries will be … [Read more...]
5 Foods To Help Boost Your Kid’s Brain Power
Summer vacation has been pretty easy. When it came to preparing meals we just grabbed whatever was in the fridge and went on with our day. We also had access to fresh and local produce at local farmer's markets and grocers. The peaches and tomatoes have been juicy, sweet, and abundant this year. … [Read more...]
Can A Backpack Be Bad For A Child’s Back?
September is quickly approaching and that means back to school is just around the corner. While parents rejoice and the kid's moan and groan, it’s important to get geared up for school. This means getting the right backpack for your child that will last throughout the school year. Although not as … [Read more...]
Cheers To The Good Moms For Sometimes Being Bad
When I arrived in Halifax two weeks ago, I wasn't sure I'd survive. How was I supposed to focus on writing my book and earning my degree when my kids were 800 miles away? I'd miss them too much. Cry for them. I'd crumble when they cried for me. Was I a good mom for leaving, or was I bad? I … [Read more...]
Unplugged For Laughs
I don't "unplug" often enough. I work online, I curate content all the time, and I'm always on the go. I try to take as many breaks as possible from technology to focus on what's most important to me—my family. But it can be hard to juggle everything. I took a couple afternoons off this weekend to … [Read more...]
Making Summer Beauty Looks Last Longer
It's the beginning of August and I'm already getting those moments where I want to make the summer days last. We go through the motions, right? At the beginning of the summer we look ahead and think "how are we going to survive?" Then the end of July hits and all of a sudden we're seeing the store … [Read more...]
Facing My Own Fears For My Boys
I'm now in my final year of my Masters of Fine Arts program. In addition to writing a book, filing book reports and completing other assignments, I also have to spend two weeks in Halifax this summer for an intensive residency. It means saying goodbye to my kids, friends, and family, and living in a … [Read more...]
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