It all started when I read my friend Swistle's post about behaviours that are "mom-ish" and behaviours that are "old lady-ish". For example, referring to youth as "young people today", fumbling for change while the grocery store lineup expands … [Continue reading]
A touch of the mitten-tip
September 11, 2012 by 11 Comments
I have been reading the Little House series to the boys for a while now, and we are now almost finished that epistle of madcap gaiety, Little Town on the Prairie. As opposed to the very depressing previous book, The Long Winter - everyone is going … [Continue reading]
Party like it’s 1979
September 9, 2012 by 6 Comments
It is, suddenly, fall. My Manitoba maple tree has yellowed overnight, it seems, football has taken over Sundays, and the mornings are very crisp and chilly. Although I cheerfully discuss with the children all the wonderful things to look forward to … [Continue reading]
Cupcakes, shopping, and Junior Mints
September 7, 2012 by 9 Comments
I am pleased to report the happy news that there have been zero barfing incidents since the first day of school. Although, writing that, I just broke out into a cold sweat thinking that I just jinxed everything and now my children will be up all … [Continue reading]
Back in business, baby.
September 5, 2012 by 13 Comments
"I'm back in business" Mark said the night before school started. You know how sometimes, just sometimes, you get a feeling about what your child will be when he grows up? I feel quite sure that Mark is going to be an engineer. If you know any … [Continue reading]
First you tell me that your dog ran away, then you tell me that it took three days
September 2, 2012 by 6 Comments
I'm happy to tell you all that I made it out of the Regina airport! I know you were wondering. Well, I had a fantastic visit with my grandma - I'm so glad I went - and I also saw my beloved aunts and cousins as well. It was, all in all, a perfect … [Continue reading]
Padme and Anakin and the Five Languages of Love
August 28, 2012 by 10 Comments
Getting right into the year 2005, I watched Revenge of the Sith on the weekend. Here’s a little piece of advice: do not watch the violent end of a movie minutes before leaving the house to attend a led primary practice. You will feel all shaky and … [Continue reading]
