What Happened When We Forgot to Take a Break
6 years ago we moved here, to this strange little Island with a goal to have TIME for our family. Time to relax and with a focus on BALANCE (which I do actually think is a good, true REAL world […]
6 years ago we moved here, to this strange little Island with a goal to have TIME for our family. Time to relax and with a focus on BALANCE (which I do actually think is a good, true REAL world […]
I remember back on the even of my 40'th birthday, as my husband snored beside me, I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with grief. To me, that number meant that the "uphill" path was done, …
Summer should be a time where our days are spent lounging by the local lakes, or exploring new spots together as a family. It should be about catching small moments, on a warm night as …
I am sure we are all the same, when it comes down to it. We have goals, lists, demands, interests... all taking time in our day, and our mind. Most of the time I feel that …
I was visiting with a friend this weekend, and while it was amazing to see her again after 2 years apart, the reason for her visit wasn't a good one. She is on her way back …
Its a perfect sunny winter's day. Cold outside, but warm from where I sit. I have my notebook out, with a list for the day laid out in front of me. I have an appointment at the …
You may not have notice, but I haven't written a lot lately. Not "from the heart" kind of words. I have been stifled, scared, confused and carrying the biggest USA Election hangover I have ever …
I remember my last day of work ever. I remembering driving up the hill to the University I worked at and as I got closer and closer to the parking spot my shaking grew more …
The last day of summer break has arrived. Labour day brings with it a strange mix of feelings for me. It is the realization that 2 months of waking to the farm will come to a …
Life is a strange thing. It is all about adjusting, and adapting to things. Feeling changes, and then having those changes become the norm. As humans we are exceptional at forgetting, probably due to our …
4 years ago we were in a rough spot. We were sitting in the purgatory of having listed our house and made the decision to move on to a new life. But our house wasn't …
Father’s day really sneaks up on you, doesn’t it? Every year I plan to be prepared and have a card in the mail a week ahead, and perhaps a small gift too. Then every year …
Call me crazy, but I am 41 and wear a bikini. I'm not skinny, and I most definitely don't "rock it" when I wear it, but this is my story WHY I no longer care. Over …
A few months ago I was honoured to be a guest speaker at a digital marketing course. After I went through my workshop session the participants of the class asked me questions. They wanted to …
I was honoured when Brandi Welkie contacted me and asked me to be a part of The New Family podcast series. First of all, it is MUCH easier to answer questions via Skype then sit …