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, [...]
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, [...]
My husband is in the process of getting his Canadian citizenship. As part of the process, he had to take two tests: an oral [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Years ago, a friend shared with me her uncertainty about whether or not she wanted to become a mother. I tried to relay something [...]
I've spent a lot of time lately thinking about the importance of making connections -- real connections with real human beings based on real [...]
Every year, on the third Monday of February, Canada celebrates Family Day in Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick. Usually, this day passes me [...]
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 they turn 18. When they get married. When they have kids of their own. When, if ever, is it time to stop parenting [...]