I am on the “Christmas Baking Kick” that my kids love so much. I make about 16 different kinds of cookies and squares and we deliver plates to some friends and neighbours, and of course have a wealth of goodies … Continue reading
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This is what we did today: It was a laid back kinda day:) … Continue reading
The other day I was having a conversation with Josh about noses. I was commenting how I didn’t like my nose. Josh sweetly said, “Everyone has a nose that is just right for their face”. He then pushed my nose … Continue reading
Last summer we implemented a new money system in our house. It is a version adapted from this one at one of my go-to parenting sites. We have modified the system for our house and our needs, taking in consideration … 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
The other day, Gabe told me he was cold in his room, and wanted to use the coveted, best, furry, warm blanket from our family room to sleep with. He shares a room with Zach on the top floor of … Continue reading
Yesterday was the City Finals in Cross Country. It was the first time I got to go because it was the first time one of my kids made it that far!! Josh came in 19th for first round as I … Continue reading
I can’t let Thanksgiving go by without sharing some of the things I am grateful for. Today we have no children around. It’s weird being Thanksgiving Sunday and it just being Rob and me. However, we are getting used to … Continue reading
Every year for the past 5 years I have attended the kid’s Cross Country Meet. It is usually a fun day – waiting with them at the start line, giving them pep talks, then cheering them on as they start, … Continue reading
I do love traditions, but I think I have created a monster. Or five of them. Josh is a February baby. For his 8th birthday this past year, he didn’t know what he wanted since we had just had Christmas. … Continue reading