This week we will all be singing Alice Cooper’s “Schools out for Summer”, kids will be throwing their school books in the air and the holidays will officially begin!
I remember the mixed feelings I had when (more…)
What I learned at Summer Camp
Your Dad is always with you
When my Dad came to Canada from Germany he made us a home. He hadn’t met Mom yet and my brother and I were just a twinkle in his eye but he already started preparing for the future. That was my Dad.
He found a farm house up north and made his first investment at 23 years of age.
Today, almost 60 years later I am sitting on the porch of this magical house and feeling so grateful to my Dad for securing a beautiful future for all of us that he left here on planet earth. (more…)
Celebrating the Good Things
I just had to let you know how proud I felt this week when our very own Eleanor McMahon was sworn in as Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport.
Eleanor has such a heartfelt story that she shares about her passion for the position. We know this important job was meant for her. Click HERE to read that story.
I met Eleanor (more…)
Grade 11, Mr. Darby & Lessons in Glam Rock!
Thinking a lot this week about how lucky I was to have so many amazing teachers growing up.
From Kindergarten all the way to Grade 13, there were at least one or two who made my time spent at school especially enjoyable.
High school was a blast for me but also tough. (more…)
I’m Still Standing
Driving home from work this week has brought back so many memories.
I’ve noticed lots of kids dressed up for their graduation celebrations. They all look so proud and excited as their parents take photos of them on the front lawn.
Grade 8 for me (more…)
Why I want to feed 3000 kids a healthy breakfast
Over the next few weeks you’re going to hear about me wanting to feed kids in Halton a healthy breakfast!
The reason I am so passionate about this is a personal one. (more…)
Have you wound down yet?
It’s Sunday evening of the first long weekend. Okay, please don’t cry there is still one day left to enjoy.
How long did it actually take you to wind down? 5 minutes? A whole day? Hasn’t happened yet?
I know the feeling.
I’m actually still waiting. I find winding down tough. It’s not that I don’t want to decompress but sometimes it’s hard.
I feel like I’ve gotten to the point where I can only wind down when I am physically exhausted from working. Am I a workaholic? (more…)
Does the kid inside you remember how to play?
So, how are you feeling about the way you spend your days lately?
Do most of them feel like they are whizzing by? Did you forget all about what it’s like to play?
Remember when you were a kid and you would just get lost in adventure and imagination with your friends, playing on the street after school until (more…)
Is Mother’s Day more than just about being a Mom?
Happy Mother’s Day everyone!
Today many of you are spending the day with your Mom and your children. Some of you are reflecting on memories you once had (more…)
What it’s really like traveling with my Mom…
The adventure usually starts at the crack of stupid. And by that I mean birdies aren’t even chirping yet. Mom’s van is packed and we have enough food in the cooler to keep us out of restaurants for a good 4 days.
The radio is already tuned in to 70’s XM, we have hot teas in our travel mugs and lots (more…)
