• Kids and Safety

    I’ve been trying to figure out a good way to talk with the kids about safety broadly. It’s not that we haven’t talked about it, but I’ve never felt that it’s been adequate…

  • Monday’s Meandering Mind

    The meandering mind contains much to be considered, and what better day than Monday to give voice to these thoughts over the past week. I live in Canada. I am not be expected…

  • Adulting As A Parent

    Andy and I have hit a new level of adulting – busy with kids’ activities level. Last year felt comfortably busy – nothing too stressful or demanding. This year? We leveled up. Unavoidably. This…

  • Birthday Interview: 4-Year-Old Session

    Without further adieu, here is my birthday interview with the four-year-old Cassia. (At the dinner table) What is your favourite colour? Red! What is your favourite toy? Green. (long pause) Greeeen toy. That…

  • 7 Quick Takes Friday #7QT

    1. I’ve given in and have hired a company to help clean my house. And truly, I am so thrilled beyond belief that I will have a clean house. But not a whole…