"If you have it, you don't need to have anything else and if you don't have it, it doesn't much matter what else you have, it is not enough." JM BarrieWhat, in your opinion do you think he was talking about? Or more importantly, what would this be for you? Good health? A … [Read more...]
all good, mom
A few weeks ago I went to my annual mammogram and saw this on the street outside of the HospitalI noticed it because most bikes look like this I would rather be stuck on an elevator with bike owner number one. She might howl at the moon and collect cats, but she would never be boring.While … [Read more...]
Gone Too Soon: A Tribute To Maddy
Six years ago today my cousin Madeleine, Erin's little sister, died of cancer. She was a 31 year-old mother of 3 year-old Matthew and 1 year-old Ella. She was a beloved sister, daughter and friend. She is the inspiration behind UrbanMoms.Maddy with Ella.I remember when Maddy was sick. I remember … [Read more...]
Recipe for Relaxation
It's Sunday night in my house. The Boy announces that he can't find his school project - which is of course due tomorrow. The Girl decides that she must find her necklace with the purple stones RIGHT NOW and is tearing apart her room looking for it. The Baby, aware of my … [Read more...]
9 lives over
Those of you who read about my reader who left her marriage and whose ex gave their children a cat to live 'happily with you at mommy's", and she loathes cats(and he knew this naturally), remember that the first night her second husband slept over at hers, he awoke to find his soft top on his sports … [Read more...]
words for Wednesday-undies for the afterlife
"I don't believe in an after life although I am bringing a change of underwear" Woody Allen … [Read more...]
how to throw a great party
Take one part creativityspare no attention to detailchoose a perfect settingmake it a family eventinclude single moms( Octomom)and creative souls(hunchback with baby on back)don't forget great live musicinvite fabulously fun peoplehave an activity if the kids start to get tiredif you are hosting get … [Read more...]
now I have seen everything
We were choosing a pumpkin at our favourite local pumpkin/produce/flower guy, Flower John, when a large sign stopped me in my tracks. Years ago when john came up with this idea he felt it was a service he could offer his time strapped clientele. For me, when I saw the sign I felt, as I often … [Read more...]
growing pains
One night when you go, as you always have and always will, in to check on your children while they sleep, to admire your best work , your heart stops. Their bodies go on forever, maybe a huge foot is hanging over the side for cool air, they may look beautiful one night, and a little … [Read more...]
gotta lose ten years by tomorrow night
I am going to a University reunion tomorrow night of a number of years I find baffling. Five years ago we had one and I was a married brunette. Things have changed a little on both fronts.When you are married anything goes because you are with whatshisface- when you are divorced you must not look … [Read more...]
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