It's been a tough few weeks here but the girls can always make me smile or laugh.Just before I shot this clip, Fiona asked me to help her put on her tea towel Hula skirt so she could do a Hula Dance. Sophie soon followed.I have no ideas where they learned about Hula (probably the Backyardigans … [Read more...]
Twinendipity & Science
I've been thinking about writing a post about twins for a few weeks, after all that's what Multiple Musings are supposed to be about. I've been off on a "me" track for awhile. Today I had two serendipitous signs that it is time for this post.I received an email from Gail, former Chair … [Read more...]
These are a Few of my Favourite Things…
...in no particular order.Curling up with a good book in front of the fire.Nordic skiing with John through the forest on a crystal clear winter's day.Listening to Sophie & Fiona play & sing together (sooo cute, must video more for another post).Enjoying a delicious meal, cooked by someone … [Read more...]
Thankful, and a little bit sad
I had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend at the Sausage. I love Thanksgiving. We always have lots of people from my Mom's side of the family. There are also always friends. This year we were missing some key people, my step-daughters, my cousin Scott and a many others, so there … [Read more...]
Save the Best for Last – Delayed Gratification
There are two kinds of people in this world, those who eat the red Smarties first and those who eat the red Smarties last.It's funny how different your kids can be from one another, even twins. Fiona always saves the best for last. The pink Smartie is last because it's the best (it used … [Read more...]
Here Come my Babies!
When I bought my Mac laptop, I decided on a MacBook Pro because the guy at the Apple store said it had a "blah, blah, blah,blah.... video card" and I wanted to make videos (I'm easily suckered into the more expensive choice). I wanted to take the video footage of Maddy and her kids and edit it … [Read more...]
Fear of Flying
While I was at the "Urban Schmooze", my step-daughter Ursula flew off on the first big adventure of her life. She's off traveling on her own at the tender age of 18. Although John and I are proud of her and excited for her, the trip causes some anxiety for us also.John's anxiety … [Read more...]
My generous girl
As I posted here, Fiona & Sophie are arguing more often. Sometimes I even hear the phrase "I don't like Sophie/Fiona anymore.", so sad.The girls often fight over objects: toys or often, shoes or clothing. When this happens I try to help them negotiate a way to share, but that doesn't … [Read more...]
Twindividuality
It must be hard being a twin sometimes, having to compete for attention and always being compared to your twin.Lately, my girls are arguing more. They still play really well together but they are definitely getting more competitive. I'm sure it's partly an age related developmental … [Read more...]
The First Year
This picture of me is one month into twin newborn life,look carefully at my red, sunken eyes, I think they say it all. The smile says I know how lucky I am in spite of the challenges.The first year with twins is very difficult, particularly the first six months. It is really hard to care … [Read more...]