This was our summer solstice

I can't even remember when we bought Mark his portable charcoal grill. It may have been Father's Day last year. Or maybe his birthday? Regardless of when, I do know that it's been gathering dust in the basement, despite repeated declarations that it was going to be used. Soon. Well, SOON finally … Continue reading →

A peek inside a virtual reality arcade: Colony VR. Right here in Ottawa!

Mark texted the girls and I the other day and told us that we were going to do something FUN as a family after dinner. But, there was a catch. He wasn't going to tell us what it was. Of course, the three of us were mad with curiosity but Mark would not budge. The only hint he gave us was in … Continue reading →

Homeward bound, with a winter visit to Parc Omega

Our Christmas holiday now seems like it happened very long ago. Sigh. I am wrapping it up with this final post. All in all, it was a pretty great little getaway. I'm glad we did it. Not only was it a really nice opportunity to do something new and reconnect as a family, but it was a good mental … Continue reading →

Thinking out loud about snow

We woke up to a winter wonderland this morning. It snowed overnight; enough to cover everything in a blanket of white. Although I don’t love the cold, snow makes me happy. This, despite the fact it means extra work in terms of clearing snow off the car, shoveling the driveway, mopping wet floors … Continue reading →

Make your own Remembrance Day poppy

With a little bit of help, kids can make their own felt poppy brooches. November is the time of year to wear a poppy. Why not try making your own this year?* Not only is this an easy craft to do with the kids, but it’s a great opportunity to talk about the importance of Remembrance Day and … Continue reading →

a peek inside the fishbowl

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This was our summer solstice

A peek inside a virtual reality arcade: Colony VR. Right here in Ottawa!

Homeward bound, with a winter visit to Parc Omega

Thinking out loud about snow

Make your own Remembrance Day poppy