This Thanksgiving was our 5 year Family Anniversary! It was 5 years ago that our lives started to merge, as I discussed back here. We, as usual, were childless for the first part of the weekend, and then got everyone … Continue reading
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Three three three. That is what we talked about a couple of weeks ago and I discussed here. We went to Curriculum Night the other night (Meet the Teacher). Josh (who is in grade 4) has a pretty strict teacher … Continue reading
While I usually try to stay quite positive on my blog, as this is a history for my children, I also want this blog to be about our journey and struggles with being a blended family, and the things I … Continue reading
Every second weekend we have the three kids on their own on the Friday night and Saturday, while the boys are with their Dad. Rob decided to take Gabe and Sam to the Canadian Heritage War Plane Museum, while Zandra … Continue reading
I was scrolling through Rob’s photos on his phone and came across these ones. They were taken in the Miami airport while we were waiting for our flight home from our cruise this summer. Whenever we tell people we are … Continue reading
Meatloaf. Ugh. I dreaded it when I was younger. Then I tried this recipe and I quickly changed my mind. Very moist and tasty. Enjoy!Brown Sugar Meatloaf1 c. brown sugar1 c. ketchup3 tbsp Worcestershire1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef or … Continue reading
“Were you aware that your son was selling gum at school”? “Yes”, I responded. The Vice Principal at the other end of the phone was taken a back a little. “So, you did know”? Uh Oh. I guess it’s a … Continue reading
“Before you speak, listen. Before you react, think. Before you spend, earn. Before you criticize, wait. Before you pray, forgive. Before you quit, try”. … Continue reading
My Mom often sends me links to articles she has read that concern parenting or mothering, from various magazines or newspapers. This week she sent me this one and it really moved me. The article was based on a comment made … Continue reading
Ok – maybe not the healthiest, but certainly a favorite around here. Brown ground beef (1 or 2 packs depending on how many people you are feeding) and mix in taco seasoning. Spread the meat in large 9×13 pan. Make … Continue reading