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We find delight in the beauty and happiness of children that makes the heart too big for the body.
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Remembering Papa
Ian’s speech from the celebration of Norman’s life: “It’s hard to believe now that just five years ago our Papa was playing soccer with his boys in a competitive soccer league at the age of 65. At that time he … Continue reading
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Movember
Ian participating in Movember this year. While I am not a huge fan, the girls love it and Amelia has told him several times not to shave the mo. Apparently I am in the minority as Ian won the Ultimate … Continue reading
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More fall fun
We are so lucky that the weather has been pleasant and sunny this fall. And although it is a little difficult to work in park time for both girls with Amelia in preschool every morning, we do our best to … Continue reading
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Halloween candy
The big issue floating around social media this week (or at least the social media that I read) seems to be about candy, and how most of the chocolate given at Halloween is made by child labourers. I’m not crazy … Continue reading
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Wordless Wednesday – Ultimate edition
*Sometimes I do things without the children. **Thanks to Ron for the great sequence.
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Wordless Wednesday – girls on the run
*Courtney took the above photo.
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Spring!
Spring seems to have been a long time in coming this year. But the weather has been pleasant for the past few days* and yesterday was a beautiful day for riding bikes and having a birthday picnic for Amelia’s best … Continue reading
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preaching to the crowd?
I’ve learned many things since having children. I have spent hours reading articles, studies, blog posts, product reviews, books, etc., in an effort to educate myself about the products to which our kids are exposed. As more of my friends … Continue reading
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Mompreneurs
I think the word mompreneur is a little ridiculous. Aren’t all moms entrepreneurs in one way or another? Nevertheless, some moms really seem to be super-achievers. One of these amazing women is a friend of mine from high school. With … Continue reading
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