My son plays competitive hockey and soccer. My daughter also plays hockey and soccer and they both do swimming lessons. My husband plays hockey. When we get a chance, we like to ski. We are busy! But, I wouldn't trade it for the world. My kids love it. It is a great way to build community. We meet … [Read more...]
Today I Break Free
Today I'm tired of fighting battles that don't exist and defending against enemies disguised as friends. Today I want to curl up under a rock where no one can find me and take a break for a while. Today I want to hug my children and reassure them that the world is not always this upside down. … [Read more...]
Journey 3D Review by My Kids
As soon as we saw the ad we knew we had to see Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D! My kids are 5.5 and 9 and love a good adventure. We saw it as a family and it was a thrill from start to finish for each of us. Warning though, most 5-year-olds would be petrified. Here's what the kids had to … [Read more...]
Classroom Secrets: “Pack it Light, Wear it Right”
Every September parents remind their children about the potential risks of traffic and talking to strangers to and from school. However, this year I would invite you to add one more potential danger to the list—protecting your child from an old but silent predator …the backpack! "Every year … [Read more...]
Farewell to Summer
Is it me or does school seem to be starting extra early this year? I know, September 1st is a Monday so the long-weekend is early but still. I think because we had such rainy weather here in July and the last two weeks have been gorgeous (mid twenties and sunny) that I kinda feel like summer should … [Read more...]
Video Podcast – Judging Other Moms
My daughter is intense and spirited but nothing could prepare me for her over-the-top tantrum the other day. And NOTHING could prepare me for the judgment I felt from another mom. Perspective and advice required on this one! (btw, in case you are wondering why there are two parts it is because I had … [Read more...]
Me on CBC.ca!
I got a call from a producer at www.cbc.ca the other day to take questions from moms across Canada about back-to-school. Everything from fashion to snacks to routines. "I can do this." I thought. "I'm a mom. I've been doing back-to-school for years. I have a whole resource of Canadian … [Read more...]
A Walk in the Park
Yesterday was a great day. I spent over 11 hours with 6 kids and a pal at Canada's Wonderland. A place I adored as a teenager. The rides, the thrills. I was a full-fledged roller coaster junkie. And now, so are my kids. My nearly 9 year old son (3 more days!) would go on anything. No fear. He LOVED … [Read more...]
The Miracle of Life
This is my new soon-to-be niece or nephew. I am thrilled on so many levels. I can't wait to hold a baby again. To feel the soft curve of a newborn back and smell the warm sweet smell of baby. This is the first for my little sis and her lovely husband. I can't wait for my children to have a baby … [Read more...]
Podcast – A Parent’s Role in the Social Lives of Our Children
How involved should parent’s be in the social lives of their children? How responsible are we for their choices and how much can we or should we try to influence their decisions? Check out my Mom's the Word video podcast where I share my experiences and views and post yours in the comments … [Read more...]
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