Dear Teachers, Thank you for everything you do. No. Really! Thank you! We always knew that you went above and beyond for your students, but this year has taught us just how much you really do! This school year has been an unprecedented one. COVID-19 took us by storm, and yet you held it all together and took care of your students on and offline (virtually). Who … [Read more...]
Good Neighbours & Learning to Accept Help
A good neighbour is a priceless treasure. -Chinese Proverb The past week has shown us many unexpected acts of kindness and has made us aware of the fact that we have such good neighbours. After Hubby's accident on Valentine's Day, our family was touched by many people extending their wishes for a speedy recovery and support in many forms. Our first surprise was a flower … [Read more...]
Family, Friends and Community #ThankfulThursday
Remember that project I started two (maybe three) weeks ago? With all the negativity in the world, I thought it was important for people to take the time to remember things to be thankful for. Every Thursday I will be posting five things I'm thankful for and I would love it if you'd join me in sharing five things that you're thankful for as well. With this being March … [Read more...]
Thankful Thursday
I know that parenting is not easy and we're constantly learning how to parent the best we can. After an extremely busy work week and after the time change last weekend, the energy in this house has been a bit "off". Little One has been extremely tired and emotional. She's happy and laughing one minute and then frustrated and in tears the next. The new puppy is amazing, but … [Read more...]
Appreciating the Small Things in Life #ThankfulThursday
It's so easy to get bogged down with work and life, and perhaps feel frustrated, exhausted, overwhelmed, and even irritable. The littlest things can set you off when you're in one of these states. I've been there. In fact, I still go there sometimes! To be honest, seeing people airing grievances on social networks kind of gets me down sometimes. I just need a tiny break … [Read more...]
Thank You to Canada’s Cold Weather Heroes! #TideColdHero
I try not to complain about the amount of snow we have and about how cold it is outside, but the blustery weather and subzero temperature sure make it hard to not wish Spring were right around the corner! We love outdoor activities and playing outdoors, but even Little One has said that the wind is just so raw. In fact, her exact words were, "Mommy, why do we live in a place … [Read more...]