The view from the top of Carlington Hill

It's a sledding secret in this part of Ottawa. Have you been sledding at Carlington Hill, just behind Dulude arena? We went skating there yesterday and followed it up with a couple runs down this big ol' hill. Do you know it used to be a ski hill? It's no surprise. We haven't been … Continue reading →

Ottawa Giveaway Alert: this one is for a fun family outing

Regular readers already know how important I believe the arts and culture is in the development of our young citizens. I believe that exposing children to great music, film, and theatre is essential to young brains and helps create more intelligent, sensitive, compassionate, and creative … Continue reading →

Advent activity #9 – Roasting chestnuts

What is it about Christmas and chestnuts? The link was probably made because of a certain song we hear a lot this time of year: "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose..." The Nat King Cole version is a favourite of mine, so before I go much further, please allow me … Continue reading →

Advent activity #8 – Puppy birthday parties

Last night we had friends over for a little birthday party for Piper. They brought their dog too, who happens to be one of Piper's best friends. We had so much fun that I forgot to snap a single photo. I sent out the E-vite the week before. There were treats for the people (sparkling apple … Continue reading →

Advent activity #5 – sappy things and sweet things

I will spare you the gory details of how we obtained our Christmas tree. We went to a cut-your-own tree farm and had a rather mediocre experience. As Mark pointed out, it would have been much nicer had it been a snowy wonderland instead of a slog through muddy fields. Or perhaps my expectations … Continue reading →

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The view from the top of Carlington Hill

Ottawa Giveaway Alert: this one is for a fun family outing

Advent activity #9 – Roasting chestnuts

Advent activity #8 – Puppy birthday parties

Advent activity #5 – sappy things and sweet things