I was in Arizona recently for the holidays with my kids and parents. My boys are getting older and naturally, they wanted to spend the majority of their time with my dad, whom they call Best Friend. "Best Friend, do you want to play catch?" "Best Friend, do you want to watch a … [Read more...]
Hockey Heroes
We're still cheering for our women's team around my house, even while we got up early hoping that the men will follow them to another victory for our Hockey Nation. (Which! Yay! Good job, boys!) Gabe is just as awestruck by our women's team in this new book. The Highest Number in the World, by … [Read more...]
Inspiring Moms and Their Role Model Daughters
Last week I had the honour of meeting the Canadian Women's Hockey Team in person. I was invited by P&G's Bounty to be a part of a sponsored dinner for these talented athletes where their mothers had flown in to surprise their daughters the night before the big game against the U.S. Celebrating … [Read more...]
Battle is Back!
Last week I posted about not really being a fan of autumn and that there's not much about it that I like. I overlooked one thing - fall t.v. I love that all my favourite shows are back. Fresh new episodes. No repeats. Survivor is back. Amazing Race is back, although Amazing Race Canada was... … [Read more...]
CAAAAR: Road Hockey Is and Always Will Be The Best
I experienced one of the great joys of being a parent yesterday - my two boys along with some other kids on the street played a game of road hockey. How amazing is that? There is nothing more Canadian than hearing the sound of those sticks slapping against the asphalt with the occasional “car” being … [Read more...]
My Dirty Little Secret
I’m not 100% certain but I’m pretty sure my kids look up to me. I mean they’re 5 and 3 and next to Spiderman, I think I’m their biggest influence. But with that of course, comes a lot of pressure. They look to me for advice, love, snacks, and wisdom. I love my boys with all my heart and soul, and … [Read more...]
Parents, Kids and the Bond of Hockey
First off I'd like to say thank you for all the lovely comments I heard from everyone about my Mother's Day blog. Thank you so much. Sports are a funny thing in my house. Unfortunately for me, there isn't a lot of it being watched on TV. My wife really isn't into watching sports, and my 2 year … [Read more...]
Reading for the Reluctant
There are kids who are not naturally drawn to reading. i may not understand that, but I know these kids, see in their faces that they are not enjoying being dragged around the library by their moms and having things that don't interest them offered over and over. hat to do? Interest them, of course! … [Read more...]
Baby’s on the loose!
Well despite everything Thatcher and Tanner are totally thriving! We have hit a few milestones that although they are exciting they are also a bit scary!The other night Joshua called me on my cell phone in a panic because apparently he and the siblings he was watching heard noised coming from … [Read more...]
Game On! Talking hockey with the TOEWS family!
So there doesn't appear to be a hockey season but for many families the dream, and the fun, continues through their kids. I know you! Yes, the moms and dads who get up early (how many times each week???) and bundle up the kids to get to the arenas. I applaud your dedication for the love … [Read more...]
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