Becoming a parent meant facing a lot of difficult questions, most of which I chose to answer in a succinct, impersonal manner. The question ‘why’ is more complex, layered and emotional than most realize. Here are a few questions I’ve received and my most sarcastic, flippant responses possible. Single Mother by Choice. A Guide to…
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Your guide to online acronyms IMHO
We are living in an era where it is expected that, at any point, you can shorten a sentence by creating an acronym. Said acronym might be popular or it may not; the important element of this expectation is that you figure out what the acronym means RFN. This guide will help you with all…
Fun and Done. A Toddler’s Wedding Performance
This weekend, I was lucky enough to attend a wedding; a very important wedding! I was the Maid of Honour for my sister and BIL (brother-in-law). While there were many wonderful moments I could share, this article is about how fun it is to include toddlers in your wedding ceremony. Fun and Done. A Toddler’s…
Amber Alerts for Child Abduction. Find the Child, Save a Life.
Recently in Canada there have been a series of Amber Alerts sent out to notify the public that a child has gone missing or been abducted by a known suspect; as recently as a couple of days ago. Amber Alerts are not a threat to those who receive them; they are a public safety measure…
Single Mother by Choice. Health, Planning and Lifestyle
What was the Choice part like? It’s a common question. When I announced I was pregnant, I believe a significant number of people were confused and immediately contacted my best friend to ask her WTF was going on. I gave no explanation whatsoever, until recently. How did I make the choice? What did the process…
Mom Life; Furious and Gentle
I have recently met a beautiful person, my daughter, as she magically changed developmental stages when she learned to walk. Motherhood and gentleness is an critical combination. Perhaps not always simple, but imperative. Mom Life is continuously perplexing. The Mom Life My munchkin is now hitting every object or person in her sight, jerseying other…
Single Mother by Choice. A Guide to Father’s Day
Today is Father’s day! I plan to celebrate my own father, who is amazing, and my daughter will also celebrate his existence because today is Grandpa day too. Double fun! Are you a single mother by choice? Enjoy this hilarious and sarcastic explanation of a special day. Single Mother By Choice I am a single…