The beginning of December marks the time we start our yearly traditions! This year, due to time constraints, we had to head to the Christmas market in November. We got to start the season off earlier! I’m not too upset … Continue reading
I’ve been sick the past few weeks, and it’s such a crazy time to get sick. I think I pretty much get sick every year at this time! This year I missed some Christmas traditions, which some of the kids … Continue reading
Despite my lack of blogging about things, things happened in the usual Christmas tradition way…. Except, everyone is a year older, so even though “the truth is known”, no one around here minds keeping the spirit of imaginary alive. And … Continue reading
When we first got together as a blended family, Christmas was a bit intimidating. We each had our own way of doing things, and our kids had certain memories. I admit, I had a lot more traditions, and some were … Continue reading
Another yearly tradition we have is just for Rob and me:) I don’t think the kids get all jealous about this one though. But, they should! It is the best! Every year we go see the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir do … Continue reading
Every year we kick off our holiday celebrations with watching “It’s a Wonderful Life”. It gets us into the spirit of Christmas. Throughout the rest of December we also make sure to watch some of our other favourites, including Elf, … Continue reading
I think this time of year is my favorite. I love how all the good weather is starting and we have a few months still to come! Spring is a season filled with hope and anticipation of what still is … Continue reading
Happy Easter! Our family celebration will happen tomorrow when all the kids are with us. Zach said to me this morning as we were getting ready to go to church, “I hate seeing big families when we have the little … Continue reading
The kids carved their pumpkins on Saturday, and the house got decorated. Sam and I made his “Surprise Dinner” on Sunday night: Calamari, honey mustard pork, spinach salad and a yummy “orange and chocolate cake”. He did a great job … Continue reading