Netlfix is a big thing in our house, and so is Halloween! Though Little One is only allowed watching TV on weekends, she is always on the ball when it comes to picking which movies and shows we will watch for Family Movie Night on Fridays. In fact, she even came up with a list of Netflix Canada-Inspired Halloween costumes! Halloween is one of the most anticipated days of … [Read more...]
Things I Learned From My Six Year Old
As I went for my morning walk after bringing Little One to the bus stop and after feeding the animals, I reflected on all the things I learned in time time on this planet. There are so many things I've learned and am constantly learning. I've learned that sometimes the hardest decisions in life are the best at the time. I've learned that it's good to trust, but sometimes … [Read more...]
Why Empty Threats Do Not Work
I will be the first to tell you that I am a rookie mama. I have one child, so that means I've had no previous children to serve as guinea pigs in parenting. Little One is it. It's trial and error for me. Though I've read countless books on parenting and child-rearing and have done ample research (the two child psychology courses I took in university don't count anymore, … [Read more...]
WE Day: We Are All Connected In Our Journey from Me to We #WeDay
We are all connected in our journey from Me to We. If there's one thing I wish to succeed at as a parent, it is to teach my child that there is a larger world outside of ourselves and that we all have a journey from Me to We. At the tender age of six, I believe Little One is on the right track. I see it in how caring, compassionate, empathetic, kind, gentle, giving and … [Read more...]
She Doesn’t Look Back Anymore
I remember her first day of junior kindergarten, she clutched my hand so tightly. It was as though she never wanted to let go. I sensed the tinge of anxiety and fear of the unknown. There was excitement, but apprehension too. She was not yet four years old. I was her world. I would rush across the highway to be on her side of the bus so I could wave to her … [Read more...]
On September 20th, Rediscover Nature
Last month, I saw a video that had a huge impact on me that it prompted me to write a blog post on childhood. More precisely, it was a blog post about keeping nature a part of childhood. Today, less than 10 % of kids are spending time in nature. That is alarming. When I think of my childhood, most of it was spent outdoors whenever possible. It really makes me sad to … [Read more...]
Fresh from the Farm: Healthy Fundraising for Ontario Schools #FreshFromFarm15
Healthy eating and healthy living are very important to our family. We grow a good portion of our food on our farm and for the food we do not grow, we try to buy locally as much as possible. For me, making sure our six year old knows where her food comes from and how it is grown are also very important. Little One is involved in all aspects of food production from … [Read more...]
On Being an Older Mother
This post was inspired by my friend, Shayna's post titled, Fears of an Older Mother. When I was younger, I had my life all planned out. I had a timeline, like many girls do when they're young and dream about what their lives will be like when they're older. I never thought I'd be "an older mother". I had everything mapped out and wasn't going to let anything let me … [Read more...]
Prepping for the First Day of School #StreamTeam #DINOTRUX
I know, I know. We're not allowed to mention the word "school" yet. Friends of mine remind me that it's a cardinal sin to utter the words "school", "back to school", "back to school lunches", and "back to school shopping" this early in August. I can't help it. It seems like we're clinging onto the remains of Summer even if I know we still have a few weeks to … [Read more...]
On Childhood
I remember my Summer days as a kid as if they were just yesterday. My parents believed in letting us just be kids and enjoy our childhood "because kids grow up too quickly and before you know it, it's adult problems, responsibility and stress." I'm laughing now, but those were my mom's exact words. Boy, was she ever right! I cherish my Summer memories and just being a … [Read more...]
The BEST Omelette (Made by my 6 year old)
This may be hard to believe, but the best omelette I've ever eaten was actually made by my six year old daughter! The other day, Little One looked over at me, smiled and then said, "Mommy, I don't know why, but I all of a sudden feel like having an omelette!" Little One wanted to make the omelette herself. Of course, she knew that Mommy would have to do the actual … [Read more...]
PC Cooking School for Kids
Cooking is love made visible." Some of my earliest memories consist of being in the kitchen with my grandparents, learning how to cook traditional Filipino dishes. Afritada, Menudo, Sinigang, Tortang Talong, Adobo, Sio Pao are just some of the foods that transport me back to my childhood. I learned a lot about life and family in my grandparents' kitchen. I also learned that … [Read more...]
Dragons: Race to the Edge #StreamTeam
Our Summer has been flying by! I cannot believe it's almost August! How on earth did that happen? It feels like just yesterday that Little One got off the school bus on her last day of grade 1! It's hard to believe that she'll be going into grade 2 soon! Our Summer has been jam packed with Summer camp, activities, beach days, swimming, playing, farm chores, traveling, … [Read more...]
Sunwing is in search of their new Kidcation Tester!
My very first time on an airplane was when I was an infant. My parents brought me to Trinidad and Tobago so my Dad could spend time helping out at my grandparents' shop in Trinidad. That was the first of many, many plane rides for me. International travel is something my family holds close to our hearts. I thank my parents for sharing the love of travel with us and for … [Read more...]
Babies Bring Out the Best in All of Us #BetterForBaby
The fresh baby scent, the cooing and the noises baby makes when sleeping are all parts of having a new baby that I'm sure many parents want to bottle up if we could. I know I'm not alone when I say how much I loved just watching Little One as she slept. That wasn't meant to be creepy, but if you're a parent, I'm sure you know that feeling and have found yourself watching, … [Read more...]