When I got married 20 years ago, yeah, 20, girlfriend! -- there weren't too many options for bridal wear even in this big city. Spadina or Danforth was the place to go with several shops that carried an array of white flouncy, satin, and tulle dresses that hung lifelessly in rows. Just starting out … [Read more...]
Pageant Dreams…Mom’s Worst Nightmare?
Now granted, I will admit it's most likely my fault.You see, I was the one who got addicted to watching TLC's wacky hit show Toddlers & Tiaras this summer. Actually, all the wacky TLC shows I've been watching this summer could fill another post, but let's save that fun for another day, shall … [Read more...]
Wishing I were Betty, Sadly I’m a Little More Kate
It's actually really funny: I'm about to write a post about two reality-TV moms, Betty Hayes of TLC's Table for Twelve and Kate Gosselin of Jon and Kate Plus Eight (also on TLC), and I only just now realized that I share both their names.(cue Twilight Zone music)Anyway, yes, my first name is (as … [Read more...]