If the American dream is fame and fortune, the Canadian dream, for many, is cottage life. My husband and I are fortunate enough to be able to experience cottage life. Except, it’s really more of a bunky than a cottage but it’s on the lake, and we love it! Truly, it’s our little piece of […]
I Went on a Relaxing Vacation…. with Kids!
I recently returned from a one week vacation at an all-inclusive resort in Punta-Cana, Dominican. Upon my return my family and friends asked how it went. I couldn’t help but beam in delight as I reminisced about our trip. I was in my element: beach and sun. I was happy and truly RELAXED. When I […]
The time we forgot our clothes for our week-long vacation
“We did it!” I proudly exclaimed to my husband. Albeit, the term “we” is often used inappropriately in our home. The majority of the time (i.e. 99% of the time), it actually just means “I” or from my husband John’s point of view, “you” (as in me, Maya)….I digress. Miraculously, I managed to pack my […]
Maui with Baby. What to see and do!
Edit: It’s been 3 years since I wrote this post and we’ve been back to Maui since then with THREE (3) kids, five and under, in tow. I have an updated post about more of our family adventures: Maui with kids; what to see & do. Last year we were fortunate enough to go to Hawaii […]
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 […]