She keeps punctuating many of our conversations with, "I'm going to be five soon, you know..." As if it was a threat. It's been this way for months. And on the days when I'm really taking in our conversations (unlike the one when I'm just smiling and nodding, yes my darling) I notice how much … [Read more...]
words for wednesday-what hurts you makes you stronger
A friend was over for dinner Friday night. He told me that a doctor friend of his said "if you are over 50 and nothing hurts, you are dead" Nothing hurts me. I will be 50 in two seasons from now. Maybe I am dead. (Is this heaven or hell?) It got me thinking about physical strength and how we … [Read more...]
Tolerance and An Open Mind
I created UrbanMoms and I still, seven years later, feel passionate and protective of this space and the community. We have grown and changed but, at the core, our values are still the same - Your Voice. Your Place. My goal was always to represent the diversity that is Canada. I wanted to give a … [Read more...]
From Baby Bird to Chubby Chicken
I came across pics from the day I brought Roman home and was shocked at the wee little bird looking at the lens. I really didn't think that he was that small though the doctor told me he was in the bottom fifth percentile for weight. This is normal for children coming from an orphanage … [Read more...]
(re)Growth
So, on the good news front, I am 99% convinced that my hair is growing back. (She heaves a huge sigh of relief). It's not pretty, but there is a lot of stubbly growth in my bald patch and I'm gonna go with the hope that it's a sign things are renewing in that area. And speaking of renewal: a … [Read more...]