Monthly Archives: September 2009

One last housecleaning item

Dear readers, Thanks so much for your encouragement and I am really looking forward to sharing my new blog design with you! There is one last housecleaning item to take care of though so that I don’t lose you. If … Continue reading

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And the winner of NAC tickets is …

I used random.org to have one of the names be virtually pulled out of a hat and the winner is … Pam! Congrats Pam! You now have two tickets to the NAC’s production of Mozart’s Final Piano Concerto — Beyond … Continue reading

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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Fairies

My daughter’s tastes are what many refer to as “tomboy.” She has never taken to playing with dolls of any sort, never cared for the colour pink and couldn’t care less what she’s wearing as long as she’s allowed to … Continue reading

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Beyond the Brown Exterior (hint: NAC ticket giveaway!)

Beyond the blah-brown exterior of our country’s National Arts Centre is a vibrant group of employees, volunteers and an ever-evolving programme of theatre, music and dance. Don’t believe me? Well, here’s proof for you: their marketing department has a cyber-marketing … Continue reading

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I’m still here, are you?

I started this blog in June. Within 2 weeks, I was an addict. My head is always spinning about, thinking about potential blog posts and ruminating about other people’s posts. I just love how the blogosphere keeps my mind a-buzzin’. … Continue reading

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4 Ingredients — episode 3

Ah, wondering why I’ve tried another recipe so soon after the last one? I know, it’s out of character but hubby’s away. And while hubby’s away, this wife must cook. Well, okay, not really — he did leave two meals … Continue reading

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This was our ‘dirty’

Looking back, I can see why my parents continued to fork over what was a considerable sum of money so that I could keep up with my dance classes. I still have no idea how they managed to afford it … Continue reading

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4 Ingredients — episode 2

It’s okay, you’re forgiven for thinking that I’d given up (again!) on the idea of teaching myself how to not suck at cooking. My first post on this topic sparked comments from readers that reassured me that I am not … Continue reading

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Overheard at the bus stop

Father:  “That used to be Mommy’s church.” Son: “You mean she owned it?!”

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According to plan

I had a great day planned out for yesterday. It’s been 7 months since I’ve returned to Canada from Australia and in all that time, I still haven’t had a playdate with just me, my 14-month-old son, my sister-in-law and … Continue reading

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