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Couple time makes my heart happy
Greetings from St. John's, Newfoundland. Hubby and I have escaped for a week of much-needed couple time. Like many couples, we can go days [...]
Why the blended family’s not so special
If you Google blended family you'll find endless articles and websites that focus on helping you meet the challenges head-on. Yes, there are challenges -- and [...]
I’m afraid of looking like an ass. What are you afraid of?
The other day, my coach asked me what I'm so afraid of? I hired Rachel a few months ago to help me transform this [...]
About my humble dog Lucy: in loving memory
On March 27, 2019, my second 'child' Lucy took her final breath. She was my first dog. A humble dog. I had nothing to [...]
Feeling lonely? Look to your outer circle.
For the complete version of this story, check out: Punk rock, great expectations and the circles of my life Do you ever find yourself [...]
5 ways my life improved when I chose to become a mother
Years ago, a friend shared with me her uncertainty about whether or not she wanted to become a mother. I tried to relay something [...]
How to overcome imposter syndrome (yes, I’m a fraud)
Hello. My name is Viv and I'm a fraud. Sure, I talk like a blogger, write like a blogger, and post like a blogger, [...]
Bring your dreams to life with this simple ritual
I'm guessing you have dreams (don't we all?) but how serious are you about realizing them? Are your dreams simply fantasies you escape to when you're [...]
Be honest. Are you a judgy woman?
I'm totally stoked right now. I attended the All About Women Show in Toronto this weekend. I went for inspiration and connection as it pertains [...]
Life is better when you’re looking for good
I used to be a full-on pessimist. If something could go wrong, I'd expect it to go wrong and usually it would. Not surprising, [...]