How I Almost Ruined His First Day of School
“Today is one of the most important days of your life. I am so excited for you!” He had just opened his eyes and lay there…
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First Eye Exam
Five years of parenting and the one thing I am sure of is that I need all the help I can get to do…
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Hope for Canadian Women
I returned home on Thursday from a whirlwind week in the metro D.C. area and New York and I found a box waiting for…
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Wishing You Moments of Wonder and Cheer!
We put up our Christmas Tree today. Super late, I know. It’s been a busy winter for us and, honestly, it hasn’t felt like…
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The Ball Is In My Kitchen
Max is playing U6 Indoor Soccer this season with Calgary Northside Soccer (CNS) and I reluctantly agreed to coach after three emails begging for…
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Do You Just “Suck It Up”?
I remember when I had a very romantic view of the mother I was going to be. My vision involved a lot of made-from-scratch meals,…
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Little Distractions Can Mean Life-Changing Consequences
Max and I have been having many conversations about consequences lately. The biggest consequence for him so far, is having all technology taken away…
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The Loop – Where Families, Friends & Neighbors Eat
My life and memories tend to be measured and remembered by experiences involving food and people. Recently, I sat down for breakfast with Mhairi O’Donnell…
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Stop Shaming the Skinny
I am upset, scratch that, I am really frickin’ annoyed at the remarks that have been made about a mannequin in the window of…
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Make A Wish
“When I make a wish before I go to bed, why doesn’t it come true in the morning?” It was a week before his…
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