On our way to Kingston yesterday, car full of tools, cleaning supplies and unassembled Ikea furniture, this was the car in front of us. I was taking my 18 year old to her new apartment that she will share for next year and if it goes well another three years with 4 others. I had not seen it … [Read more...]
words for wednesday-survival
I am not a big Yoko Ono fan but I do buy this Fully 100% Completely Wholeheartedly Thoroughly Totally Yup. In all its forms. … [Read more...]
the power of body language (I love this)
At least 3 times per meal for the last 18 years I have been telling my children, other people's children and myself to sit up straight. It is not just that I think this is good manners and a good way of presenting ourselves to the world but I think it also affects how we live. It is not just a way … [Read more...]
my favourite thing this week- out of town guest
I told you about my out of town guest sending me a note regarding my birthday saying "Surprise. I am coming" I did not know she was even considering coming all the way from Vancouver. And she was going to stay with us. A few days later she said she was sorry that she didn't ask permission and … [Read more...]
Lance-from hero to bully
"Everybody wants to know: what am I on. What am I on? I'm on my bike, busting my ass six hours a day," - commercial for Nike in 2001. "How many times do I have to say it? ... Well, if it can't be any clearer than 'I've never taken drugs,'" - videotaped testimony in lawsuit, 2005. "I'm sorry you … [Read more...]
passion is my fuel
Recently, American Express Canada approached Urban Moms with a question: What does it mean to be a Real Life Potentialist? They wanted to get our opinion on what it means to live a fulfilling life-one that includes the pursuit of your passions and dreams, not just work, money or life's other … [Read more...]