Random musings: 1. It's one more week until back-to-school. I'm overcome with mixed feelings of dread and eager anticipation. I will blog more about this later. 2. Ramadan is fun and spiritually rewarding, but also tiring. I can never get back to sleep after the pre-sunrise meal, and yet … [Read more...]
Am I the only mom dreading back-to-school??
Both in real life and online moms everywhere are counting down to back-to-school and some have already expressed their glee regarding their Boards early start to the school year. I, however, am not. I am plugging my ears and shouting "I can't hear you!" at the top of my lungs. I don't know why … [Read more...]
Getting Out the Door
As the mama of six children aged newborn to nine, I clearly run a busy household. With back-to-school season upon us, many mamas have been looking to me for advice on how to deal with the stress and anxiety of getting everyone ready and out the door on time in the morning. It's been an ongoing … [Read more...]
10 things I love about Fall
As much as I love the summer and all its glory, I always welcome the advent of fall. Here are 10 things I love about the season: 1. The crisp nip in the air. A cardigan or sweatshirt and I could walk for hours. 2. Turtlenecks, tights, corduroys and boots. Preferably in … [Read more...]
Ramadan begins
My kids went back to school on Tuesday. It's our third year at Petite Maison and it feels like home. My kids have the same teacher as before, and she welcomed us with hugs and kisses. I love this school and am thrilled to be beginning another year there - it's a very special place. Tuesday … [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...]
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...]
Back to school – getting ready for those hectic mornings!
Parents everywhere spend the last weeks of August getting their children ready for back to school – new supplies, back packs, clothes and shoes. We begin reestablishing routines and having a set bedtime. Everything is neatly laid out and ready for the first day of school – you think you’re all … [Read more...]
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