This week its my turn to bring treats into work. Aren't I lucky to choose the week right before Christmas? Not only that, I'm the last one to bring in treats for this year and it seems that with each week, the treats have become more and more elaborate. I was really going to have … [Read more...]
The “I can’t get away!” Travel Gift Guide
Sure the holiday season is a wonderful time to be with friends and family but baby, it's cold outside! I'm not a fan of cold weather or winter, but as a Canadian I do know that you can't beat it (trust me, I've tried), so you might as well join it. Why not help out the wanna-be-in-Bermuda traveler … [Read more...]
Honesty is the best policy. Except when it’s not.
My husband and I are completely honest with each other,about everything. And we're very open and honest with the partners we've had. We think it's the foundation to successful open relationships - truthfulness.And yet, I lie to some of the people in my life I love most. I lie to my mother when … [Read more...]
Without You. The only way is through.
Who knew that actor and singer Anthony Rapp started off as a Barista at Starbuck's? While he was working on his acting career in New York City, he was creating hot beverages. In the new stage show, WITHOUT YOU, Rapp tells his life story of the years leading up to the award-winning rock … [Read more...]
Make way for Santa! Really!
My neighbourhood is pretty excited about Christmas. You can tell by all the giant Christmas inflatables on the front lawns and twinkling lights on the houses. The kids all love checking them out on their way to school each day. My husband contemplated one of the Santa inflatables when we were in … [Read more...]
My Broken Promise, Wrapped Tight ‘Round My Legs
When skinny jeans and leggings began making a comeback on the fashion scene a few years ago, I scoffed and promised, "I would not be caught DEAD wearing those. They are flattering on NOBODY except waif-like supermodels. Never. Not ever."And now, here we are, where on a typical morning I rest my chin … [Read more...]
Is Santa Real? my wish list for this question!
Oh boy here we go again. Obvioulsy with 8 children this question is bound to come up, but for some reason I just can't deal with it.For personal reasons which I won't get into here I had to tell my oldest daughter that Santa wasn't real when she was young - 7 years old to be exact. It broke my … [Read more...]
The Cookie Exchange
Growing up in a Jewish household and going to a Jewish private school and having all Jewish friends, I really had no idea about the heart-warming history and beloved traditions that make up the true meaning of Christmas. Up until I was about 18, I thought there wasn't much more to it than the … [Read more...]
Making a Gingerbread House
Tis' the season of shortbread and gingerbread houses. I don't know about you, but my biggest challenge with making the house is getting it to actually stick together! My friend Russell made this video to help out parents at our school in preparation for a fundraiser. I thought I'd … [Read more...]
Holiday Spirit Watch: 2012
OK, since my last Scroogey post about the impending holiday season I have:1. Finished all of my Christmas shopping2. Put up our tree and decorated it3. Baked eight dozen Cranberry Bliss bars for a cookie exchange and came home with a wonderful array of goodies for the season and,4. Had Bailey's in … [Read more...]
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