We're settling nicely into the new school year and Fall is my favourite season of the year. I often joke about moving somewhere tropical or southern California but reality is I would miss the Canadian Autumn months. This is the time when the sun still warms on our faces as we breathe in the fresh … [Read more...]
the math behind getting away
I was thinking about the math behind taking the weekend off. The more you 'suffer' before pleasure the sweeter the pleasure also if you suffer you feel you deserve the break more Friday I woke up at 5:30 jumped in the car to drive to pick up my daughter in Kingston -15 and all of her … [Read more...]
Celebrating 30 Years of Friendship
I often look at my children as they grow and am conscious of the people in their lives, especially the constant ones. The forever kind of folks like my daughter's pal across the street. They have been buddies since toddlerhood. And my teenage son whose best friend since grade 1 is a regular fixture … [Read more...]
Surprise!
My baby sister turns 40 in March this year. WHAT?! Crazy. How did this happen? But more importantly, what am I going to do about it? Well, that's for me to know and you (and her) to find out.I will give you a little insight: I am going to surprise her - take her somewhere fabulous to relax and let … [Read more...]
The Power of Women: The story of a Jamaican press trip.
Last week I was fortunate enough to travel on a press trip to Jamaica. I have done a number of these trips over the years and they are usually a mix of amazing and super busy with a back-to-back itinerary packed full at an exotic location for just a few short days. But this trip was exceptional … [Read more...]
Spring Travel!
It's here! It's here!Spring - with its green grass and promises of sunny days and warm less cold temperatures - is finally here! You made it through the snow, slush and biting winds of winter with your sanity (most of it) and your kids intact. If there's anyone who deserves a reward it's you. … [Read more...]
Closed: Comment to Win a Transat Holidays Travel Voucher! Congratulations to Debbie!
Our partners at Transat Holidays want to help you getaway this spring. Heather our Globetrotting Mama is so excited to be offering one lucky UrbanMoms member a chance to win a $250 travel voucher from Transat Holidays! Not sure where to go? The world's your oyster. Visit … [Read more...]
If You’re Going To San Francisco…
Reviewed by: Sarah Overall Grade: A Kid's Rating: n/aLocation: A Amenities: AFood: A+ Service: A Fun Factor: A Best For: Couples, girlfriend getaways, quick family getaway with older children Date of Stay: April 2010 The Lowdown: UrbanMoms.ca and Ford Canada gave me the … [Read more...]