How good are you at giving people space?
We all need room to breathe. Some more so than others. I used to be one of those all-up-in-your-face people. Now, while not perfect, [...]
How to be a good listener (or at least a better one).
My husband is in the process of getting his Canadian citizenship. As part of the process, he had to take two tests: an oral [...]
A judgy woman’s take on how to be less judgemental
I'm trying to be less judgemental. It isn't easy, as you're about to read. Try not to judge me, okay? One day, I was [...]
How good are you at making time for couple time?
Greetings from St. John's, Newfoundland. Hubby and I have escaped for a week of much-needed couple time. Do you ever find you can go [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Why does making connections have to be so hard?
I've spent a lot of time lately thinking about the importance of making connections -- real connections with real human beings based on real [...]
10 quotes for a happy Family Day!
Every year, on the third Monday of February, Canada celebrates Family Day in Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick. Usually, this day passes me [...]
Who do I think I am to give you advice?
In recent months, I've felt time run away from me, I've been incredibly judgemental of people I love, and I've blamed various people for [...]
When to stop parenting — that is the question
When they turn 18. When they get married. When they have kids of their own. When, if ever, is it time to stop parenting [...]