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March 25, 2009 – Bella

March 25, 2009 by Unknown

Isabella wears: dress: H&M … [Read more...]

My youngest and I went out for a special date this afternoon, because her older sister had the rare, spring break treat of having a friend over for a sleepover last night, and little sister was most definitely NOT included in the fun. Now the bigger girls were pretty tolerant, but it was still a … [Read more...]

March 23, 2009 – Emily

March 23, 2009 by Unknown

Emily wears: shirt, capris and hairband: Old Navy shoes: Crocs … [Read more...]

Classroom Secrets: Tips to Support Struggling Learners

March 17, 2009 by Kath

As a parent you hate to see your kids struggle--be it physically, emotionally, or academically. Luckily for them (and you) most of these times are likely short lived and your children soon forget. But what if struggle has become part of their daily lives ... especially at school?This month I'd like … [Read more...]

I Guess I Should Still Dream…

March 17, 2009 by Jen

Last night when I was putting my 9-year-old son to bed we had a really interesting conversation. First of all I should tell you that my son is incredibly practical and reaslistic for a kid his age. Logic and reason definitely prevail over creativity and fantasy. He was asking me about when he will … [Read more...]

The Small-Town Big City

March 13, 2009 by Kath

So. I live in Calgary, which is, according to its own PR "the Heart of the New West". Which is a phrase that just makes me want to barf. But I guess that's because I grew up in stodgy old Toronto which is, as anyone west of the Manitoba border will tell you, THE CENTRE OF THE UNIVERSE. Funny thing … [Read more...]

Battle of the Moms – Megan, Lil, and Alexis Grace

March 11, 2009 by Jen

This year's American Idol doesn't only offer some really great talent but it also offers some insight into what I consider to be somewhat of a disturbing trend. This year there are three very talented young women who also happen to be moms competing for the American Idol title. Now don't worry, … [Read more...]

This is What Happens When the Doorbell Rings…

March 4, 2009 by Kath

...the second after you get dinner started:You know, in retrospect, I don't think that me taking that extra second to put the lid on the pot would have pissed off the person on my doorstep. Me on the other hand? Scrubbing baked on tomato sauce off the stove? Pretty pissed off. … [Read more...]

5 Tips to Nurture Improved Thinking Skills

February 25, 2009 by Rob

While the teaching of content such as math facts, grammar rules, and capital cities has always been part of the school experience, there is now a greater emphasis to also focus on the development of thinking skills. After all, learning how to analyze, evaluate, and come up with creative … [Read more...]

The Outburst. Fellow moms, what do you think?

February 24, 2009 by Jen

This weekend we were in a party haze, especially my daughter. It wasn't something we consciously decided but circumstances created. Friday night sleepover, two birthday parties on Saturday where she knew only the Birthday girl, get together on Saturday night with another family, Birthday party on … [Read more...]