I always find people so fascinating. I was raised with the understanding that everyone has a story and each one of us is unique. As a mom, I can respect that and appreciate whatever the circumstances may be. We are all looking for that balance. I'm inspired by hearing about what other women are … [Read more...]
My friends’ husbands.
Do you ever look at someone longingly, wishing you had what they do? I do it all the time with many of my friend's husbands. Shocked? Well, it's not what is seems. I am not looking at them in that way - my hubby is plenty cute enough thank-you-very-much - I am longing for their existence.Many of my … [Read more...]
I have a job!
Well I did it. I got a job. I know it sounds crazy that I would even consider getting a job with eight children (Two whom are still in diapers!) but I did and I love it.Don't get me wrong - I love being able to be at home with the children but this sort of fell in my lap.Marie and … [Read more...]
They Call Me the Lone Wolf. On My Back There.
When I decided to go back to work this year and start a new career, I vowed to not let my marriage or my relationship with my kids suffer as a result. With a few exceptionally trying moments, I have held fast to that vow and together we have navigated this new path with fairly smooth results.That … [Read more...]
BACK TO WORK?
When my oldest daughter was born my life changed - drastically. No more shut eye, no more late nights, no more crazy sex where-ever, whenever, however, no more wild parties - you get it - I was entering a new chapter in my life.I continued to work as the head Coach of a gymnastics club … [Read more...]
You Are Getting Sleepy….
I am tired. TAh-erd. Despite now (mostly) sleeping through the night, I am still bagged by the end of every day. Something about the work/kids/life/marriage/exercise/home/friends balance (or lack thereof) is just taking it out of me. I know I'll look back on these busy days and be thankful for how … [Read more...]
Dad Day 1…
So the day has come. Alla is back off to work and I am home alone with the kids. I decided to keep a diary of the first day...04.30 - We have just been woken up by my daughter screaming. I have rushed into her room to find her laying on the floor as she has fallen out of bed. I manage to settle her … [Read more...]
Plan B
I feel bad for loving it as much as I do: working outside the home, away from my children. I am so happy to come home at the end of the day, scoop them up in my arms and reconnect, but the time away is so good for me. But then I worry whether it's good for them. I don't want to be selfish; I … [Read more...]
O Nanny, Where Art Thou?
Wanted: Single female with portly build and jovial disposition to live in our basement. Must be good with kids, have excellent housekeeping skills and cooking abilities, a strong work ethic and the desire to live in Canada rent-free in return for watching three young children while their mother … [Read more...]
What a Crock.
After a five-year maternity leave, I went back to work last week. It's a huge adjustment and we're all trying our best to find our ways through the changing waters, but it's exciting all the same. One thing that's become crystal clear, however, is that I am going to have to ramp up my organizational … [Read more...]