Ok, I just want the title for a minute, if that’s ok with the rest of you moms out there. I want to make sure I document and brag just a little bit about how AWESOME I made my oldest daughter’s 10th birthday. I’m not likely to repeat such success so I want to… Continue reading 25 Steps To The Mom Of The Year Award
Category: Daily Dirt
Rock The House Run: Making My Kid Cry Since 2012
At a certain age your kids figure out that they CAN trust you as a parent. They figure out that you’re actually not out to get them. Until now I think my 10 year old thought I was a spy (in fact, she did ask me one day if I was a spy) assigned… Continue reading Rock The House Run: Making My Kid Cry Since 2012
12 Bananas
Despite all the horrible stories of families being displaced and losing their homes and cars and businesses during the Calgary Flood of 2013, there was one funny thing that happened… The first day of the flood watch and evacuations was also a “flood” day at school. We kept our kids home and had… Continue reading 12 Bananas
Come Hell Or High Water
I have been glued to the TV for the past 3 days as I watch my city disappear into a muddy river. I can’t even believe that this is happening to my city. Anytime a natural disaster happens in the world my kids always ask a million questions about their safety and the safety… Continue reading Come Hell Or High Water
I’m In The Picture (Week 10)
It’s near impossible to get ALL the kids to look and smile so I figure 2/4 isn’t bad.
Geocaching In YYC
This past weekend was not only Father’s Day but it was also daddy’s birthday. No pressure, right? Well thankfully for me, he’s easy to please. Unlike me on Mother’s Day who dreams of a quiet spa and alone time to bask in the peace and quiet, daddy just wants to spend a fun day… Continue reading Geocaching In YYC
Tattoo Tuesday – In Memory Of My Mom
Done. It’s done. Finally. I’ve waited 2 years and searched across 2 countries for the right artist to do it and today, it got done. I’m still in shock. I feel like I’ve just completed a long arduous journey that ended with 3 somewhat painful hours of bliss and relief. The lovely and incredibly… Continue reading Tattoo Tuesday – In Memory Of My Mom
Chicks Dig Trucks
Move over boys, this girl is getting behind the wheel! Next week GM Canada is having an exclusive Ride & Drive event to show off their all new redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra and yup, they’re gonna put me behind the wheel of THIS! This isn’t going to be your average show… Continue reading Chicks Dig Trucks
Dirty Dishes: Top 5 Camping Desserts
I don’t know about you guys but when I go camping, the only reason I eat dinner is so I can have dessert afterwards. So I decided to start with dessert recipes. Well ok, one of them isn’t really dessert but it’s sweet and a treat. Here are my top 5 camping desserts. Sorry I… Continue reading Dirty Dishes: Top 5 Camping Desserts
10 Tips For RV Meal Planning
June has finally arrived! The rain is falling, the grass is getting green and the leaves are coming back. In a few short weeks (18 school days to be exact, but who’s counting?) school will be out and the highways will be filled with RV’s making the mass exodus to the great outdoors. We’ve… Continue reading 10 Tips For RV Meal Planning