As They Grow
Memories of yesteryear (and spending time with the kids)
Last week, we visited the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum as a family. Before the summer began, the kids had noted that we haven’t been in sometime, and we were in the area so…
Summer Vacation…a quick look so far
Vacation looks like… potato salad calming water exciting concerts ice cream relaxation Is it any wonder why I look forward to the summer so much? We’ve been away but heading home soon! A…
She was brave, we were proud
Recently our 7 year old was chosen to be one of the storytellers from her class to present in front of all grade 1-3 classes, their teachers and invited parents. The stories were…
Thursdays with my 9 year old
On Thursdays, my daughter stays at the school after pick up time for choir. That leaves my 9 year old and I to hang out together for about 45 minutes. It’s not a…
To be 9 years old again
This weekend, we celebrated the boy-o turning 9. He was my first baby. He was the one who made our family of two a family of three, and for a couple of years,…
The Tooth Fairy Returns
It’s hard for me to believe that I wrote about my eldest losing his first tooth in 2013. Now, I am writing about my daughter losing her first. This was a big deal…
4 Back To School Lunch Recipes: As picked by my kids
I’ve written about school lunches before, including ideas for what to pack. One of the messages that I offer time and time again is that I don’t think school lunches are the place…
What I am learning from my 6 year old Daughter
As an adult, I find myself learning from my children all the time. The children in our lives teach us daily how to look at every minute with joy. They teach us to hold…
To My Children’s Teachers
Despite my eternal excitement in June that the school year is coming to a close, it is usually for no other reason than the fact that I am excited to begin summer with…
How Discussing Eye Health Helped My Son Notice His Vision changes
This post is part of the YummyMummyClub.ca and Ontario Association of Optometrists #OntarioESEL sponsored program. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. This post reflects my personal opinion about the information provided by…
