My lovely husband is a lot of things: spontaneous, good-humoured, intelligent, fun, adventurous, a real treat for the eyes, the list goes on. One thing he is not especially great at is organization. He operates according to a map in his head that keeps updating, which is always confusing for someone unable to read his […]
Spend a Weekend Embracing Your Inner Hippy: Visit Salt Spring Island
I like getting pampered as much as the next person, but I also like to venture places where I can tune into my unique rhythms and reconnect with myself (hello comfortable clothes, no makeup, and no pretense that I’ll spend time doing anything with my hair). One quick ferry ride from Vancouver, you’ll find yourself […]
Hello, My Name is… Mom?
The third trimester is full of surprises. Not the good kind either. I was surprised to find out that morning sickness can come back. That was cool… I was surprised that no matter how massive I thought my baby bump was, it kept stretching out a little farther. Insert my appreciation for elastic waistbands here. […]
A Due Date Is Not a Promise
Like a lot of pregnant women, the last weeks of pregnancy had me counting down to my due date. I had that one particular Wednesday entered in my Google Calendar like it was a not-to-be-missed appointment. It’s in the calendar. We’re not rescheduling. It’s Out of Your Hands, Even If You’re Type A Self, I […]
My Kid Doesn’t Need to Look Cooler Than Me: Preparing for Baby on a Budget
When we told people we were pregnant, the masses advised us that we’ll never have money again. Ominous, yes? I’m glad we didn’t listen to these folks. With proper preparation and using the ol’ noggin (*taps temple), we still have money to put away for vacations, savings, shopping, or frivolity and other fun nonsense. To […]
Siegfried the Lazy Adventure Dog
I’ve introduced my dog, Siegfried, before. He’s the uncharismatic chihuahua/pug I share with an ex-boyfriend. This little old mutt of mine is an oddball and I love him; he’s family, after all. Here’s a little bit more information about my dear Siegfried: he doesn’t exactly fit the active, outdoorsy lifestyle we enjoy in the House […]
I’m Pregnant… Why Am I Still Wearing Pants?
After a few hours of sitting at my desk and working away, it strikes me that I’m still wearing jeans. What an amateur move. It should be automatic that when I come back inside from running errands or going to appointments that I immediately kick off my shoes and wrestle my way out of real […]
Tired of Being Tired: Eight Tips to Help You Sleep Before the Baby Comes
One of the most common pieces of advice I received during the latter half of my pregnancy was “Try to sleep before you have the baby.” Oh, you hilarious people. Here I am at 3am, wide-awake, because as much as I love the idea of that advice, in practice, sleep during pregnancy has been an […]
I Share a Dog With My Ex and My Husband is Cool With It
Everyone has a life before their significant other comes into the picture. Mine happens to involve a rotund white dog that’s been at my side for fourteen years who’s kept me attached to an ex-boyfriend. I wouldn’t have it any other way. Majestic, well-mannered, and smart are not words to describe my little chihuahua/pug, Siegfried. […]
Looking for Mr. Right? 5 Lessons I Learned Before Finding My Husband
I’m no relationship expert, but did I find Mr. Right? You bet your sweet caboose I did. Not to make this post gross with our lovey-dovey-ness, but Dan really is a sensational partner (and hunky too!). I found a real smartypants with an aptitude for so many things and a curiosity that keeps him interesting. […]