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...]
On Being a “Bad” Mom
Earlier this week Erin wrote a post about the type of mom she thought she would be and how those plans have worked for her so far. It got me thinking about the type of mom that I am and the type of mom that I'm not. I guess I'm what you would call NON-organic. A discussion you will likely never … [Read more...]
Unschooling
"Education is about the production of more democracy, production of peace, production of happiness whereas schooling is often the production of global economic competitiveness.", Jason Price, an assistant professor at the University of Victoria, as quoted in The Globe and Mail.I wrote in my last … [Read more...]
Pea Hates Me. Good.
"I want my mommeeeee!"Lately, this statement has been heard routinely in the hallways and bedrooms of my house. It is usually accompanied by sobbing wails of sadness, violent acts of anger and intense pleas for justice.And with this lament comes the inevitable. At a little over two years … [Read more...]
A Toy Story
Last week I wrote about the trouble I've had inserting myself into Chase's playtime. I got some really great feedback from you guys and I can't tell you how much I appreciate it. I spent the last week really taking stock of Chase's armory of toys and watching him as he played with all of them. … [Read more...]
A Letter to My Baby
Dearest Little Girl, Mama doesn't mean to sound harsh but the fact is you are on notice. Your behavior lately leaves something to be desired. I know that space is a little cramped right now but you are just going to have to settle down because I can't do anything about it. No amount of begging has … [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...]
Potties Are Gross.
Got one of these?They're gross.I know the frequently-used receptacle is often filled with little more than about a quarter cup of piddle at a time, however, when the content is more... er... solid? Nast. It's not a big deal to pour it out, swirl some fresh water from the sink tub faucet around in … [Read more...]
The Problem with Playtime
I remember being a little girl and playing barbies in my room for hours. As I got older I would spend hours in my room reading. Reading progressed into playing on my computer. Even today I still crave my alone time. I guess that's just part of being an only child. Ever since Chase started actually … [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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