Many moons ago Ottawa Magazine asked me if I’d be interested in answering a few questions about my favourite neighborhood for a special “Neighborhoods” edition. There was a quick interview and a very fun photoshoot with the talented Jessica Deeks, and then I promptly forgot about it. Check out this wee write up on Jessica’s […]
Archive for the ‘Misc. life’ Category
I wish I could remember where I heard this quote, but it’s been on my mind lately. When you’re eating an orange, eat an orange. Or in this case, a mandarin. It’s about focus. My brain is a funny place. I feel like there’s a big merry-go-round spinning right in the middle of it. Some […]
Wishing you lots of sunshine, tummy rubs, and good kibble in your bowls this weekend!
Are you having a good weekend? I have so much to write I hardly know where to begin, so in the meantime I will offer these: And lastly, some of you who are familiar with the Big Apple might be shocked to learn that it now has a face. Honestly? I can’t say I love it. […]
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The Obligatory Blurb
My name is Andrea and I live in the Westboro area of Ottawa with my husband Mark and our two daughters Emma (14) and Sarah (12). I am the Editor of the Kitchissippi Times as well as Capital Parent Newspaper. I'm also a regular contributor to MediaSmarts.ca. I am a longtime Ottawa blogger, and I've occupied this little corner of the WWW since 1999 (which makes me either a total dinosaur or a veteran, I'm not sure which). The Fishbowl is my whiteboard, water cooler, and journal, all rolled into one. I'm passionate about healthy living, arts and culture, family travel, great gear, good food, and sharing the best of Ottawa for families. I also love vegetables, photography, gadgets, and great design.
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