From as far back as I can remember, if you wanted to find me you just needed to go where the books or crafts were and there I’d be. Even when we went on our annual summer roadtrip* to Florida… «more»
They say that good things come to those that wait. I’m pretty sure that whoever “they” are weren’t talking about me or my family pizza night but the statement is true all the same. After a year of hosting regular… «more»
Have you ever seen the TLC show “Extreme Couponing”? In a nutshell, Americans go grocery shopping and rack up a bill of thousands (yes, THOUSANDS) of dollars and after they apply all their discounts, they end up paying around… «more»
We like to party. A lot. In Mexico, we often go to 1, 2, 3 or even 4 parties in one day. One day. While life in Canada isn’t quite the same, Canadians still know how to party; weddings, anniversaries,… «more»
Family Update On Thursday, I attended the United Way Ottawa Annual Awards Gala. To say that I simply “attended” isn’t quite right as I was inspired, empowered and engaged by each and every person in the room. As well, it… «more»
Growing up, both Ed and I regularly attended Arts and Culture events; ballets, operas, plays, orchestral events (remember that time I played the toy drum). Since meeting, we’ve attended several operas* such as Les Contes D’Hoffmann at L’Opéra Bastille in… «more»
Family Update On Wednesday, I shared some much anticipated pictures of The Kids and how their friendship grows stronger every day. On Friday, I pledged to donate $1 a Day for the Next 365 Days to Canadian Charities in need.… «more»
Family Update On Friday May 8, Nanna arrived for Mothers Day weekend. Before she even had her coat off, Ed and I were halfway to Finnerty’s for our monthly “Date Night”. Sunday breakfast was a real treat as I didn’t… «more»
Summer is here! I’m not sure what that means for you but for us, since we live on a 15-acre property that means a lot of mowing, gardening and playing outside for The Kids. They love to play soccer, swing… «more»
Growing up, if I wasn’t at home reading a book, you could find me up in a tree or playing sports in our school playground. If I wore pink before the age of 30, there are no pictures to prove… «more»