You know when you go to a place for the first time, and you are full of expectations of what it will be like, and it turns out to be nothing like you expected, and yet everything you expected all at once?That was Las Vegas for me.I flew in Friday night, and flew home Sunday evening, and in the … [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...]
Are Vacations Worth it?
Ever wonder 24 hours after you've gotten home if you were even away? I most especially marvel at this post-holiday letdown in September. In our family, the kids are not the only ones who get the summer off. As a teacher it is a full-on holiday for me too. I love that there are two … [Read more...]
Back to School???
For most of the province, March Break comes to a thudding end tonight. Moms are busy humming and singing to themselves with the thought of the structure and activity that will roll back into the lives of their children tomorrow morning. For those of us who work at, or have children who attend the … [Read more...]