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Snow. Not that’s it’s unusual at this time of year, given we do live in Canada, but were we expecting it? I didn’t hear about it. And when you’re divorced, even snow takes on a new meaning. Seriously. When I … Continue reading
Category Archives: step mother
So much controversy this little Elf can bring! The web is buzzing – just like it was last year, with the lovers and the haters of the Elf on the Shelf. I happen to be a lover of our little elf, Quiet … Continue reading
Music to my ears. My Mom sent me this little article by a Pastor, David McGee, that she found online entitled: Jesus was part of a blended family. At first I thought it was a joke , but then I read it. … Continue reading
I love Nina Simone and Rob will often have her music playing in the background while we get dinner ready. I have a couple of favorites that she sings. One is called “Ne Me Quitte Pas” (Please Don’t Leave Me), … Continue reading
When Zach had to go to the hospital last month as I talked about here, I had commented how I was so glad that we didn’t have divorce drama to contend with. We were all able to wait together supporting … Continue reading
Over the years we have really tried to be teaching our kids about money (it’s an ongoing process of course): the value, how to save, how to stay out of debt, how to be responsible with it. Hence why I … Continue reading
While I was away last weekend, Zach sent me a text that Gabe was going to sleep over at his Dad’s house. Just so there’s no confusion, “My stepson was going to sleep over at my ex’s house with my … Continue reading
My boys all wore ties to church this past week. I wish I had thought to take a picture of them in their shirt and ties. They looked so grown up. It’s not like I haven’t seen them like this … Continue reading
oh me oh my. We got a letter in the mail for Rob the other day from the government. It was about the years during his previous marriage. His ex wife had applied for some credits (that were quite trivial and … Continue reading
So this year Gabe starts high school. He has had lots of transitions academically over the past few years, and has done very well. When I first met him, he was in grade 4 and not doing so hot. I … Continue reading