We are just over 1/3 of the way through my husband's South American business trip. (One week down, two more to go.) I'll admit it, I didn't think it would be too hard with him gone. He often works long hours on the orchard and I am used to toting around all three kids on my own. But it has been … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – The Moments
These are the moments that make all the hard work and frustration and tears worth it. … [Read more...]
My Four Hundred
Inspired by Sara's post here, I decided to write my own 400-word tribute to the things I love. Sunrise over Calgary I love where I am in my life's journey, and that I can look back with peace at the decisions I have made that brought me here. I love the battlescars I have earned on that … [Read more...]
An Alphabet Book for the Big Kids?
YES. This comedic take on letters is definitely for kids far older than the ones you would usually expect to see reading an alphabet book... E-mergencyTom Lichtenfeld & Ezra Chronicle BooksISBN: 978 0 8118 7898 2All the letters lived together in a big house. Even this opening page sets the … [Read more...]
Swedish for cheap toddler date
Today was cold and rainy and we were all in need of an outing. We decided to try out IKEA for an evening's entertainment. Well, well why hadn't we tried this sooner?Priority parking for people with kids underground and in close proximity to the front door. Dinner $1.99 for kiddie … [Read more...]
WHO KNEW SOCKS COULD BE SO MUCH TROUBLE?
Aside from breakfast, mornings also bring about the whole getting dressed part. This is a serious issue with Joshua and Zachary who both have Aspergers an Autistic Developmental Disorder. Unfortunately, sensory issues are part of the whole Aspergers package, and so because of this, … [Read more...]
Five Fingers Old
Five years ago today my world got brighter when the prettiest girl I've ever seen was placed into my arms. It was an amazing day. I wrote about it when she turned four.We spent all day yesterday talking about how it was her last day being 4. The last day we will ever have a four … [Read more...]
Havana!
Havana is an incredible city. Our day there was the highlight of this trip. The architecture; restored in the touristy areas and crumbling into disrepair everywhere else.The old cars, still running due to Cuban ingenuity.The street art - unbelievable.The nightlife (apparently - we didn't … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Hot Under The Collar with Republic of Doyle
I'm doing this instalment as a "Wordless Wednesday" because really, is there anything to say? A new season of Republic of Doyle starts tonight with Russell Crowe, our friend Kevin Durand and the ever affable Allan Hawco. It's a great episode and worth a watch. … [Read more...]
Going To the Chapel
We are going to Las Vegas this spring! Wahoo! Strippers and slots, baby! (Or, maybe some shopping and shows instead. That's a little more up my alley.)I have never been there before and I am feeling totally overwhelmed about how to go about booking this trip. I want to get a smokin' good deal, stay … [Read more...]
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