6 Reasons Why Traveling Moms are Tired
Today I am flying to Austin for a weekend trip away with 6 other couples. I lived in Austin for 5 years, so I am always excited about visiting one …
Parenting
Why Our Kids Need Access to Gay-Straight Alliances
Today I’m writing a post a bit off the beaten path for this site. However, it is a topic weighing heavily on my heart. In Alberta, Gay-Straight Alliances in schools …
Tips for Bonding With Your Tween
Today I have been a mom for eleven years. I was a step-mom before that but nothing really prepared me for that moment when they placed Evan in my arms. …
Summer Break…Less is More!
Summer break is here and the kiddies are home…well most of them. Calgary schools are finishing this week (yes, we have the longest school year EVER). Across the internet, people …
Your High School Graduation Day
Yesterday we went to my step daughter, Nicole’s graduation day. She walked across the stage to get her diploma along with 470 other students. It was a mix of English …
Hate is a Very Strong Word – School Problems Make Me Use It
Sometimes I can see that Evan has had a bad day before he even says a word. He stomps down the steps of the school bus with a storm cloud …
13 Reasons Why and More. Shows to Watch with Your Teens
Disclosure: I am a member of the Netflix Stream Team. I get various perks in exchange for sharing what I love about Netflix with you. Today…it’s all about shows to …
Not Allowed! How Do Societal Expectations Affect You?
The last day or so I’ve felt not so great. I’ve been super tired so I’ve spent more than my fair share of time on the couch. While there, I’ve …