Don't talk to strangers. Don't open the door for strangers. And don't let strangers into the home. These are just some of the important life lessons we drill into children's heads as soon as they start to walk and talk (maybe sooner!). But when the time comes and our kids actually encounter these … [Read more...]
Anger
I was at the Brickworks yesterday, meeting a friend. Little did we know, it was the GARLIC FEST. And the place was packed with garlic enthusiasts. Yes, there is a festival for garlic, I was told while in line while getting my parking authorized. When I laughed about a festival for garlic, a very … [Read more...]
Belly Rub
I can't find the appropriate picture for this blog so here's me in a kilt for no reason. Yesterday in the city I saw something that got me thinking. This one’s for the ladies: does it bother you if/when a stranger rubs your belly when you’re pregnant? I was on a patio having a coffee, and by … [Read more...]
That Time I Picked Up an Old Lady at the Grocery Store.
I met this lady the other day. I was checking out at the grocery store, and Ava Scarlett was busying herself pressing buttons on the Coke machine close to the exit sign. I stuffed my receipt into my wallet, and watched as an elderly lady bent down to pat her on the head, looking around to see who … [Read more...]
Stranger Danger- would your child know what to do?
It is every parent's worst nightmare. A stranger or even somebody your child knows abducts or hurts them. We try not to think about it but it is always nagging away in the back of heads.I am sure all of us have gone over the rules with our precious cargo. Never talk to strangers, … [Read more...]
Names I can’t forget
Lately, the news has been breaking my heart. The Tori Stafford trial has me switching the news off, whether my kids are in earshot or not. My mum told yesterday the news correspondents were live tweeting from inside the courtroom. Graphic details of this child's last moments. Why?I don't … [Read more...]