It’s impossible, if you live in Canada (or at least Ontario where I am), to have not heard about H1N1, the vaccine and the media frenzy that has surrounded it. It’s likely even…

Once upon a time, my husband and I would make dinner reservations at either 7 or 8 on a Saturday night. After a day of doing whatever (visiting the market? afternoon movie? napping?)…

Tis the season – yes, the holiday season, but also the flu and cold season (and with the H1N1 concerns, it’s impossible to avoid hearing about it this year). We are all being…

It’s that time of year again.  That time when my family and friends tell me I am far too excited, too cheery, and would I please shut off that @#$#! Christmas music.  I…

If you follow me on Twitter, it’s no secret that recently I was given a Tassimo coffee maker.  You know the ones that do single cups at a time of coffee, tea, hot…

Fires at two women’s housing locations in Ottawa has created an immediate need for more/greater assistance to shelters and support organizations.  Read about the fires here: http://www.ottawacitizen.com/news/Nepean+Street+rooming+house+ablaze/2225799/story.html http://www.cbc.ca/canada/ottawa/story/2009/11/09/ottawa-fire-cornerstone-homeless-shelter.html Thanks to Ian Capstick at…

Three years ago today, I held you in my arms for the first time and felt a joy I didn’t know possible. Three years ago today, we went from being 2 to 3.…

I was recently informed about a new campaign that Staples is undertaking with the Special Olympics. From November 4th until the 17th at your local Staples store you can donate a dollar (or…

Yesterday was the last day of my husband’s parental leave.  Instead of focusing on how sad I am about that, I will briefly highlight some of the things that made our time together…