Category: Life lessons
When little kids skateboard
All it took was a few longing glances at the skateboard ramps, while playing on the Halifax Common playground, for our kids to become obsessed with the idea of becoming skateboarders. The first time they asked me for skateboards, I laughed and said I’d… Continue Reading “When little kids skateboard”
Seven things I’ve learned in seven years of parenting
In honor of our eldest child’s seventh birthday this week, I thought I’d share seven things I’ve learned about parenting during my seven years as a mom. (If this list could be longer, I’d be sure to include things like “Never let your child… Continue Reading “Seven things I’ve learned in seven years of parenting”
Teaching kids telephone basics
It all started with a rotary phone. Well, a push-button phone styled to look like a rotary phone, anyway. It was bright red and shiny, and I mostly wanted it because it looked awesomely retro on my kitchen counter. I didn’t have it plugged… Continue Reading “Teaching kids telephone basics”
My own mommy manifesto
I’m going to buy a big canvas and cover it with painted phrases that no one will really understand except me. That’s because the canvas will contain my manifesto — a list of personal commandments that will help me live my happiest life. One… Continue Reading “My own mommy manifesto”
The first haircut is the hardest
I hadn’t so much as trimmed as single hair on our daughter’s head. Ever. Even when she had an unfortunate baby mullet, I left it alone. I nurtured it and brushed it and whispered for it to keep growing. I celebrated her first birthday… Continue Reading “The first haircut is the hardest”
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