Before having kids we used to enjoy the occasional game night with our friends. A few of us couples would get together and play a few of our favourite board games to help us unwind after a long and difficult work week. Along with the games, we would share about what was going on in our lives over delicious appetizers, wine coolers, and beer. We would laugh until we’d cry. We always had a blast together and could not wait until the next game night to come around. The days of sleeping in after a night out with our friends … Continue reading →

They say “Patience Is A Virtue.” But not in my world. My patience has flown the coop! The last few days have been challenging to say the least. Sometimes I just want to curl up in a ball and cry. I definitely will not be winning any “Mother Of The Year” awards any time soon. My kids have been testing my patience and my strength. They just cannot seem to get along for more than two minutes. Or they are whining and complaining about this or that. Can someone just please make it stop? I feel like all I say … Continue reading →

Are your kids driving you crazy already this summer? I know mine are! I love them dearly but my oh my, please stop with the whining already! To cure the “I’m bored” syndrome, I’ve put together an outdoor scavenger hunt to occupy the little monsters, I mean dearies. It is part of our summer bucket list. Tip – Try to find a few objects on the list each day. That way your kids are not too overwhelmed. An Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Find a maple leaf. Spot a butterfly. Find an acorn. Pick a dandelion. Feel a prickly plant. Slide down … Continue reading →

It seems as though when you have children – privacy and personal space just go out the window. Sometimes you just want to lock yourself away. Image Source: © Silvia Ganora | Dreamstime.com I cannot use the washroom or be in the washroom without little feet, or slightly bigger little feet, following me inside. I like to have baths, even in the morning sometimes in place of my regular shower, just to relax and have some time to myself. But soon I can hear the pitter-patter of little feet coming in, followed by little face with a big smile saying “hi … Continue reading →