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• Yeah, I'm In the Right Job

  

  It was Friday afternoon at 3:05. My students had their planners done, chairs up and were more than ready for the weekend. We still had a few minutes to kill... Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Dr. Marla & Friends Premieres Sept 24 on CTV News Channel

  

  As a fan of Dr. Marla (I always have a soft spot for my Momterview subjects, and was excited to meet her in person on the set of Canada AM this summer) I'm... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Our Backyard Reno (Pool and Deck) Phase Three

  

  Perhaps you've been along for the ride as I've shared Phase One and Phase Two of our backyard reno: the deck extension and addition, the... Read more

  Posted on 10 September 2012 HOME

• My Top 5 "New Year's" Blogging Resolutions

  

  In June, I decided I was going to quit the blog. And my book club. Maybe even cut off all friendships, sell my house and quit my job. Teachers should not make... Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• New Balance Kids Collection

  

  This summer, New Balance released their 689 Kids Collection of shoes, in kid-friendly colours with traditional New Balance quality and fit, made of a mix of... Read more

  Posted on 04 September 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Is Triberr Worth It?

  

  (Preface: I apologize to my beloved readers who are not also bloggers, as this post may not be of much interest to you. However, you're welcome to stay! Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2012 SOCIAL MEDIA, TECH

• My First Louis Vuitton Bag

  

  I first shared with you my journey into the world of handbags with My New Coach Bag and Me: A Love Story. Now the story continues, with my most extravagant... Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2012 LIFESTYLE

• This Mom Models Her Back-To-School Fashions

  

  It's the burning question on every fashionista's mind right now: What, oh what, will rural Catholic school teachers be wearing this year? Well, ladies (and... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• My Girls' First Visit To Build-A-Bear: The Friends Count Experience

  

  I've wanted to take my girls to a Build-A-Bear workshop for a long time now, so when the opportunity came up through the blog, I jumped on it! It was a perfect... Read more

  Posted on 20 August 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Stay Organized This School Year: Tips From a Mom and CEO

  

  Please welcome my special guest poster today: Megan Brown, Co-founder of HatchedIT.com, an online family organizational platform. (She had me at "organized".)Ho... Read more

  Posted on 17 August 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Hallmark's Back To School Goodies

  

  When I think of back to school, I have to admit, "Hallmark" doesn't immediately pop to mind. But if you're looking for cute gifts to inspire the little (or... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Win a Personalized Backpack From Stuck On You

  

  Giveaway open to US and Canada. I've reviewed products from Stuck On You before, and I've always been very pleased. The quality is high and my kids have loved... Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Steal Like An Artist and The Scribbe Diary: Great Nonfiction

  

  I love both of these books. In the inspiring guide to creativity, "Steal Like An Artist", author Austin Kleon expands on "10 Things Nobody Told You About Being... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• School Daze: Back To School Tips and Tricks

  

  So, are you excited about "back to school" yet? Never mind that the phrase also translates into "back to work" for me...personally I can't wait to spend too muc... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Behind The Scenes At Canada AM With Marci Ien

  

  Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a national morning news program? Earlier this week I headed to the Canada AM studio to find out! Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2012 DIARIES, ENTERTAINMENT, MEDIA, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Summer Reading: From Canadian Literature to Fifty Shades of Grey

  

  In no particular order (well, actually, starting with real literature so I look smart even if you don't finish this whole post), the reading material that's bee... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2012 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Get Building With the Kids This Summer - Family Constructables From Mag Ruffman...

  

  When I first heard that Mag Ruffman (you may remember her as Olivia King from Road To Avonlea, but she is also quite the home improvement expert) was teaming... Read more

  Posted on 26 July 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• KIDZ BOP 22: The Family-Friendly Musical Fun Continues!

  

  A few months ago, I filled you in on KIDZ BOP 21, a CD with today's biggest hits cleaned up and sung by kids, for kids. I used it in my classroom (during art,... Read more

  Posted on 21 July 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• My Laundry Room Facelift: Before and After

  

  During the school year, I tend to make a lengthy summer "to do" list...and this year, "Update Laundry Room" was pretty high up there. Read more

  Posted on 17 July 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT

• Wednesday Words: How Will You Measure Your Life?

  

  For today's edition of Wednesday Words, I'd like to share some tidbits from a book I recently read: "How Will You Measure Your Life?" by Clayton M.... Read more

  Posted on 04 July 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING