I'm never going to be what everyone wants me to be. I'm okay with that. I've always had FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and I've always been a people pleaser. My entire life has been spent wanting to please others and be everything others wanted me to be. Be compassionate. Be kind. Be helpful. Be generous. Be supportive. Be understanding. Be there for others. I've … [Read more...]
Days After the Ottawa Shooting
I sat in absolute silence. The house was so still that I could hear nothing but the humming of the fridge and the computer. Then I cried. Shock. Numbness. Fear. Sadness. I wept for the loss of a man I had never known or had never met. I wept for his family and loved ones. I wept for a nation that would forever remember this man. The Ottawa shooting is a tragic … [Read more...]
Pssst! Exciting News! #TheStorkIsComing!
I remember as a teenager thinking that there was a specific order that life events followed. First, we went to school, finished university, started a career, met someone, fell in love, got married, had babies, and lived happily ever after. I had a plan. I would be done university at 22, get married at 23 and have my first child at 24. I learned that my idea of how life … [Read more...]
There’s Something Wrong With The World Today
There's somethin' wrong with the world todayI don't know what it isSomething's wrong with our eyes Whenever I turn on the news or listen to the radio, I'm saddened to hear stories of strife every single day. Whether it be the conflict between Israel and Hamas, a drive-by shooting in Toronto or towns and villages upturned by hurricanes, tornadoes or flooding, the outcome … [Read more...]
The Day the Music Died
Every now and then, our hearts and lives are touched by someone so amazing and unforgettable. Our lives become fuller and have more meaning just because this person is a part of our lives. Rosy Soobrattee was one of those people. Rosy and I "met" through an unusual sequence of events. A few years ago, when I was a food blogger for Season 1 of Food Network Canada's … [Read more...]
For the love of good food!
Every now and then, we meet people we connect with through shared passions, hobbies, and interests. Most of you already know how much I love cooking and entertaining. When I discovered there was another food blogger on Manitoulin Island, I was so excited! Oh, and she's not just another food blogger! She's also a fellow Food Bloggers of Canada blogger! I became a member in … [Read more...]
Dear Mom
Dear Mom, I remember being in kindergarten and thinking I had the most beautiful mom ever. I didn't want you to drop me off at school and wished I could hold onto your hand forever. I'd keep trinkets that reminded me of you in my pockets, so when I missed you, I would feel close to you. The only thing I didn't like was when you'd sneak a spoonful of my Kraft Dinner … [Read more...]
Motherhood & How JC Little Speaks to the Heart & Rocks Your Core
Every now and then, we happen to meet someone who just pulls into their world and makes our world a better place. I don't believe things just happen though. I also don't believe in chance meetings. I 'met' JC Little On Twitter a while ago and found her so interesting to tweet with. I was drawn to her for many reasons. The first reason being our Montreal connection. … [Read more...]
#BConnectedConf & Being Our Authentic, Genuine Selves
Every now and then, I attend a conference or event and come away feeling refreshed, renewed, and inspired. That's what the BConnected Conference in Ottawa did for me a few weeks ago. Ottawa has always been one of my favourite cities in Canada. Our Nation's capital has a certain special feel about it. The city has something for everyone with all the museums, galleries, … [Read more...]
I Love My Purolator Guy
Yes, you read correctly. I love my Purolator guy. Oh, my husband is fully aware. I do not hide things from him. My Purolator guy visits me several times a week. My five year old daughter and I even bake cookies for him during the holidays. Why do I love him? For a reason you will not believe. I'm sure you are thinking it's because he delivers parcels to me on a … [Read more...]
The Countdown Begins! See you at the BConnected Conference? #BConnectedConf
It's almost time! The BConnected Conference is but a few weeks away! April 12th and 13th, to be exact! The BConnected Conference is being held at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa and is the first social media conference geared toward moms and dads. I'm getting excited and here's why! BConnected Conference Speakers Check out the roster of impressive speakers! This will … [Read more...]
You’re a Social Media Community Manager? What is it that you do again?
"You're a Social Media Community Manager?" What exactly is does that mean? What do you do?" This topic has been written about countless times by numerous others. I've even written about it last year. Still, I get questions like "Oh! You're a blogger. You get free stuff all the time" and "You blog for a living?" Being a Social Media Community Manager and a Blogger are … [Read more...]
The BConnected Conference in Ottawa is in April! Will you B there? #BConnectedConf
Though I had been blogging for many years, it wasn't until a few years ago that I started monetizing my blog. What began as a creative outlet and platform to discuss things that were important to me kind of snowballed into something of its own. I had a lot of learning to do. Online communities helped me gain insight into the incredible world of social media and how to make … [Read more...]
My Family Totally Needs Gail Vaz-Oxlade’s Help! Family Financial Challenge #SavingMadeSimple #PGmom
I have to say that being married to a frugal farmer, we live a very modest life. When I talk about modest, I mean no ruffles or extras, no fancy schmancy anything and we really know how to live on a dime. We grow a lot of our own food, I have had to give up a lot of the luxuries I once knew from my city life, and we rarely splurge on anything. The one huge purchase I made … [Read more...]
Twists and Turns
Through some twists and turns of events, I am happy to announce that I have welcomed a guest blogger to the Life on Manitoulin blog! Please welcome Beth Richards. She'll be blogging here every now and then. I'll let her introduce herself to you now! I am ever grateful to the twists & turns of fate that led me back to the island. My son is happy, my dogs are in great … [Read more...]