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But I AM a Canadian!

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Ever since the events of 9/11, air travel has gotten more and more hairy, for reasons we can all understand, I'm sure. Travel is far easier when you have a Canadian passport though.I don't have one of these.About six months after I was born, my parents emigrated from Jamaica to Toronto for work … [Read more...]

Leaving On a Jet Plane

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I've had a bit of a rough week: the kids and husband have all been sick, hacking up lungs and smearing snot all over the couches. I am feeling rushed and frantic with all the work I need to accomplish each week to keep up the pace with my real estate course. I am tired of eating healthily and have … [Read more...]

Amelia Island, Florida: A Nature Lovers Dream

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A Hidden Gem of Beautiful Beaches, Waterways, and Nature Preserves.Reviewed by: The Urban Traveler Overall Grade: AKid's Rating: A Location: AAmenities: AService: AFun Factor: A+The Food: B+Best For: Families, singles, couples, girlfriends.Date of Stay: August 2010 … [Read more...]

Wishes

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I wish:I could stay home part time with my kids.  I want to bake, garden, play play dough, sing, dance, read, write, hike, canoe.... things I did a lot more often with the girls when I was working half time.I had more time for work (I know, a contradiction) so I could plan the best, most … [Read more...]

These are a few of my favourite things…In New York!

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I spent this past Friday to Sunday in the Big Apple. Does anyone even call it that anymore? Anyway, I was there, in New York City, for a conference. Although I spent much of my time at the actual conference I did get to take in some of the sights (and shops). Now, I've been to NYC a number of times … [Read more...]

Up In The Air, Flying Far, Far Away…

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This past week I was given the amazing opportunity to visit San Francisco.  Kid free. Alright, I was there to work- test driving the 2011 Ford Fiesta for Ford Canada (plan to read my car review in the near future)- but, people, San Francisco! And me! ALONE...My active little man is the light of … [Read more...]

First week in India

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It's been five days since we landed in Chennai, and we are having lots of fun.  I'm here with my girls and my husband and Boy will join us in a few days.  The flight was long, with a stopover in Brussels.  We ate Belgian chocolates in the airport and freshened up before the long haul … [Read more...]