Andrew’s grade 12 graduation trip was to somewhere in Europe in 2020 but as we all know, our kids lives shut down at that point so now 3 years later we finally decided to go to Ireland for our family…
Getting Back
I have been a MIA for a while. Life gets busy, running around with the kids, keeping the house clean and…. more excuses.
Gong Xi Fa Cai
Determination!
About a year ago, Natalie said that she wanted to know how to complete a Rubiks cube. So she purchased a better one (smoother) than the cheapo one we had. She watched the videos and read instructions for a few…
My number #1 Son is 18
After Matthew was born, I remember Kyle telling to be prepared, before I would know it, Matthew will be an adult and be leaving. Be prepared…. 18 years later, I have my 1st adult offspring. It did come fast!
Dog Sitting during Spring Break
The kids have been asking to have a dog for a long time and we keep saying no. Andrew with his allergies, it is not really fair to him and what would we do when we went away. Plus all…
University of Ottawa Information Night
Last night we took Matthew to the University of Ottawa information night. This was a generic info evening talking about the University, courses, scholarships and residences and dinning. I didn’t realize but there are 3 rounds of acceptance. I am…
Happy Birthday
How time flies, Matthew is already 17 years old. Special treat for everyone, dairy queen ice cream cake.
Cell Phone for the Kids
When is a good time for you to allow your children to have a cell phone? Every situation is different. What was the purpose for the phone? To socialize or to be able to call us to get a ride…
Making the most of the warm weather
We are almost at the end of October and the weather has been unseasonably warm. When I saw that the temperatures were going to be 24C this last weekend, we figured that we would make the most of the warm…