The Boy will soon turn seven. This is unfathomable to me. He is still my baby, and how seven years have passed I don't know. That, however, is a story for another post. This post is full of questions. Questions that I thought were still years away. Just a few … [Read more...]
Shopping in India: From Roadside Bargains to Louis Vuitton!
After a while, the eyes crave new things. New colours, designs, ideas - it's stimulating to the senses and invigorating to the soul. That's how I felt when I went shopping in India. Everything is so completely different. and there is so much variety. For example, if you want high … [Read more...]
And Who Mothers the Mother?
My six year-old was sick last week. Sore throat, bad cough, headache and congestion. Poor little thing was miserable and you couldn't help feeling bad for her. And of course Doctor Mom was on the case 24-7: plying her with pain relievers and decongestants, cough syrups and just plain Mom medicine … [Read more...]
Those 15 Lost Years
As most of you know, I lost my mom a few months ago. She was newly retired, ready to take on life as a full-time wife, mother, and, most importantly to her, an even more dedicated grandmother. My older sister and I have 2 kids ranging from 6 to 10 years-old but my younger sister was pregnant with … [Read more...]
Incredible India!
We're back from our wild and wonderful vacation! The trip was amazing - food, shopping, family bonding, a multi-event family wedding and lots of sun. I wanted to blog more frequently from Chennai, where I was based, but it proved to be more difficult that I hoped with a clingy toddler … [Read more...]
J’♥ Québec!
Well, we're home. Sorry I haven't posted more or sooner, but our time in Québec was so busy I hardly had a chance. And then it was 12 hours of travel (kill me now) and I finally find myself with a few moments to check in again. So: we had a terrific time in Québec City, thanks to our remarkable … [Read more...]
Learning about Learning Styles
Ever have difficulty helping your children understand their homework? Do your children ever try to convince you that it's easier to study with the TV or music blaring? Or with friends over? Well ... they may be right! It all depends on their learning style. You likely already know something about … [Read more...]
We’re Locked In!!!
Well, the day started at 3:45 a.m. for us today and ended up with my kids locked in the bathroom 4,000 km from home. In between we rode a jet, a turbo-prop (god, I hate those planes) and a van emblazoned with Bonhommes, driven by the very gentil Michel. Yup, we're a travellin' family.You know you're … [Read more...]
À Bientôt, Bonhomme!
Yup! My family and I are going to Carnaval de Québec in (where else) Québec City this week!Thanks to the folks at Québec City Tourism and Carnaval de Québec, we're going to visit Bonhomme in his ice castle. I'll be posting here, on Facebook and on Twitter over the next five days as we … [Read more...]
Pressure or Life Lessons?
I love this photo. For one thing I think it is photographically really cool but also, it captures such a joyful moment. My son plays competitive hockey and on this particular occasion they had won the tournament they had entered. The weekend had been jam packed with fun, camaraderie, adventure and a … [Read more...]
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