I'd never been under surveillance before. Not to my knowledge. It's quite a shock to find out that the privacy you thought you had was an illusion. You have no idea how long it has been going on for; at least if the people "surveilling" you are any good. And the pair of … [Read more...]
Here’s to the Crazy Ones
This video inspired this post."Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes.The ones who see things differently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or … [Read more...]
THE ADVENTURES OF TIK AND TAK: Ryley scares us so…
Tanner: Hi everyone. Thatcher is being such a cry baby lately. All he does is scream and cry whenever mommy puts him down. Thatcher: No I am not, you are just jealous that I can get her attention faster than you can! Tanner: Not true. I am the quiet one so she likes me better right … [Read more...]
Your baby isn’t walking yet? The milestone competition.
All you need to do is listen in on a group of mothers and I can guarantee you they will be talking about the color of baby poop. When they are done competing over whose baby has the greenest most explosive diaper, the conversation will turn into yet another competition of whose baby slept the … [Read more...]
We’re Moving! Hallelujah!
We're finally moving. I'm over the moon in so many ways. And, a little sad too.We've rented our house out starting July 1st. Now I'm looking for a place in the towns close to my work.Reasons I'm thrilled about the move.No more commute. I know it's not that long by Toronto … [Read more...]
I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing…
...in perfect harmony.I've generally been an optimist. With a positive view of humanity. In spite of all the horrors of wars, genocide, greed, power seeking, and self-serving events in our long and tortured history. In university, I had what I call my "crisis of faith". I … [Read more...]
A Few by Barroux
This single-named illustrator is quickly becoming a new force in a French picture book invasion! Extraordinary Petsby BarrouxBlue Apple BooksISBN: 978 1 60905 011 5Audience: ages 3 to 7A mouse is a buddy, but... an octopus is a swim buddy! These and a host of other wild pets make up the daydreamy … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Twins
One day last year Cuyler realized that he had the same t-shirt as his teacher. Several times they wore their shirts on different days and that greatly upset Cuyler so we picked a Friday. Now every Friday they wear it, along with their jeans and every Friday Cuyler excitedly proclaims … [Read more...]
Life In the Sandwich: It’s A Family Thing
Join UrbanMoms and some of our other members in the "sandwich generation" as we discuss keeping our hearts healthy in the "Life in the Sandwich" Blog Series. On March 23rd, add a new item to your heart health shopping list and visit your participating Loblaw banner store for a free Healthy Heart … [Read more...]
Me Don’t Like Boys
A little while ago, Fiona & Sophie decided that they do not like boys, even Daddy, except when he gives them shoulder rides, then he's OK. Fortunately, he gives a lot of shoulder rides.Other boys, no matter what their function, do not cut the mustard.This blatant sexism phase didn't cause … [Read more...]