Someone once told me you only get 18 summers with your children. That statement has stuck with me forever more. Eighteen summers to squeeze in as much fun as possible, live in the moment and make as many memories as possible. Each summer for as long as I can remember my girls and I have gathered together at the kitchen… View Post
Image by Les Haines used under the Creative Commons license. Since the Euro began weakening considerably against the Dollar, you’ll probably find yourself contemplating a trip to Europe this summer. However, because Europe is such a popular destination, depending on which country you go to, it can be very expensive, but there’s hope for all of us! Here are the… View Post
When I dropped my SweetGirl off at Junior Kindergarten, she was just shy of her fourth birthday. A quiet, bright-eyed, inquisitive little thing; she was clearly more ready for the transition to “big school” than I was. On that sunny day in September I put on a brave face, tied her blonde tendrils into teeny tiny pony tails, and grasped… View Post
Sunny days, swimming pools, balmy nights and ice cream. It’s time to celebrate because it finally feels like summer! No more countdowns, no more rushing around, and goodbye to the dreaded car-pool! (well until September!) It’s time to slow down, soak in the sun and instead of rushing and running, we can relax, enjoy and live in the moment. Someone… View Post
A sweet salty breeze, a cloudless night, and dinner served as the scorching hot day turned into a warm balmy night. Just when I thought my first dinner in Ocho Rios couldn’t get any better, it did. We sat under the stars and were served in style, out came some authentic Jamaican cuisine that was fit for a King. I was… View Post
While in Jamaica, it’s always No Problem Mon. Do you think the gorgeous locals just let their troubles drift away into the ocean? Today and always I’m trying everything I can to hang on to that laid back island vibe. It just a sweeter way of life. Imagine a world where it always “No Problem”? Love.
School’s almost over! Only nine more school pick-ups in that crazed parking lot, not that I’m counting. It’s finally time to sit down with the big family calendar and do one of my very favourite things ever; plan those summer vacations. I foresee road trips and shopping excursions to the United States, and even an adventure to somewhere tropical! All… View Post
I am an avid traveller. Given an idea for a trip, a big plan, or just the seed of an idea I will run with it. I will not turn down an excuse to hit the road. The key to road trip survival; the prep! I am Queen of the lists and Master of the packers. Err sort of. After… View Post
It’s not hard to be polite. Being courteous, using your best judgement and being kind should just come naturally no matter where you are. Shouldn’t it? This is why I find it so odd that when some people find their butts in airplane seats all bets are off! They lose they manners and become walking, talking, spoiled children lost… View Post