Confession #9: In my BTBCD (before the brats came days) I used to dream of happy family gatherings, a beautifully decorated home, and peace on earth.... now two weeks before school lets out for the holiday break, I rush to my Dr. and beg for Prozac. People who have less than two children often … [Read more...]
Drop The Phones People!
Will and I went to a Christmas puppet show the other night. I'm not sure that he will be the next Gene Siskel...he said 'it was awesome but too short'. I want to say that I was overcome with the spirit of Christmas but ... instead, I wanted to kill a few people. Granted, I was in a … [Read more...]
The Immunization Debate
We did not vaccinate our children. Whew. That's hard to say.We did not make the decision lightly. I did a lot of research. I'm not saying my interpretation is the only one, or that it's correct, but we made our decision based on research that I did.I was very uncomfortable … [Read more...]
I’m Wrong, Baby
A lot of my friends are pregnant right now, and for every one who is, I have a guess, nay, a feeling about the sex of their baby.I have had a feeling like this for almost all of my friends who have ever been pregnant, but you know what's funny? That feeling, my intuition, has been wrong 100% of the … [Read more...]
Puppy Love
My girl, she is a dog person. I'm not sure where it came from, but she loves her some puppies, and these goodies will be right up here alley - and that of any dog-loving kid you know. What Puppies Do BestLaura NumeroffChronicle Books978 0 8118 6601 9Those of you who know the other books in this … [Read more...]
Gifts for Teachers: Part Deux
Great minds must think alike because as I was mentally composing a post on teacher gifts, Jen was actually composing this post on teachers gift. I love that she emphasized that its not about what you give, but why you are giving it: to recognize the hard work, caring, and dedication we have … [Read more...]
Entertaining elegance. Pusateri’s Fine Foods celebrates 25 years of world-class delights.
I like to support local independent shops as much as I can. Pusateri's is a family owned fine foods shop in Toronto that offers the highest quality products from around the world. I remember living downtown and making the trek via public transit to get to the flagship store. It took over an hour to … [Read more...]
words for wednesday- unless you are pregnant you are having one
"Unless you are pregnant you are having one" my party, my rules-meI had a weekday lunch party the other day for my dear friend Sam's birthday. Don't get me started on just what she means to me- she … [Read more...]
Necessity Breeds Invention aka Endless Hunger Begets a Chef
My son is 12. He is over 5'5" and maybe 100lbs. His feet are size 10+ and growing rapidly. This kid is on the fast track to super tall thanks to his parents. My husband is 6'4". At 5'11" myself this boy has a lot of growing to do over the next few years. And that means A LOT of eating!As most of you … [Read more...]
Walkin In A Winter Wonderland
This morning I did something I have never done before. I went for a winter walk.Alone.With my camera.I'm not sure why I haven't done that before but I will do it again. It was peaceful. Relaxing. Fresh. I felt healthy. It was nice smiling and saying hello to all the … [Read more...]
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