There are two very different views when it comes to finding out a baby’s gender*. Some people can’t wait to find out as soon as possible (generally around 18 - 20 weeks), while others prefer to keep it as a “surprise” until they deliver. John and I are in the camp of “can’t wait to find out” and we did as […]
Day and Night; Tremblant, Quebec has something for everyone
We just returned from our 2nd annual family ski trip to Mount Tremblant, Quebec. Unlike last year, Kyle and I flew there while the rest of the gang made the seven+ hour drive from Toronto. Kyle and I flew Porter (www.flyporter.com). I can’t say enough good things about this airline. The experience was amazing and […]
Mickey Mouse is Sleeping
When Kyle was turning one I started reading toddler books. I knew that Toddler behaviour will probably be a challenge for us since a) John and I were both a hand-full when we were young and b) Kyle had that “wild”, rambunctious attitude about him as a baby. One of my favourite books was called Toddler ABC […]
We missed the (baby) boat
My 16 month old son is a bully
It didn’t really hit me until last month. I’d seen this behaviour show it’s ugly little face before, but I never thought it was a persistent problem. It only hit me during our last playdate when we basically scared my friend and her son away*. I immediately messaged my husband at work and said “I […]
T’is the season of Chrismukkah
It’s December, and that means that the holidays are upon us. I’m Jewish and I married a non-Jew. My husband, John, describes himself as half-Jewish and half-Oshawa, the city he grew up in. This also happens to be partially the rational behind our son Kyle’s middle name - Joshua or Jew-Oshawa. Amazing - I know! As my husband […]