Becoming a mom for the 1st time is a truly marvelous experience. However, when I found out I was going to become a mom for the 1st time, I was nervous too. I had questions and wanted advice. So who did I turn to? My mom and my friends. Getting advice from other women who …
With school in full swing, the kids have now started their fall programs. Last year, we were running around Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday AND Thursday evenings. Here was what our schedule looked like: Monday – once a month – Awana as a family at our home Church. Tuesday – my 6 year old daughter had art …
Even though Canada Day has passed, I think it is very important to continue to celebrate and be thankful for the wonderful country we live in. Remember the song “This Land is Your Land” by the Travellers? I remember singing this song during school assemblies. This land is your land, This land is my land, …
With school in full swing, and fall activities starting up, we are in the process of finding out what works best for us for evening homework and bed time. Things have been a little hairy here for a few nights, but I think we have a system worked out — maybe. If you have any ideas on …
My daughter Kate just turned eight. Something new this school year is that Kate is wanting to be more independent in many areas. One area I have really noticed her wanting independence is when it comes to choosing her outfits for school and wanting to style her own hair. Instead of letting this become a …