Category: Mom Musings
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Introverted Moms Share Thoughts on Friendships and Loneliness
I am an introvert. As a child I was “quiet” or “shy.” I don’t feel like a leader, and sometimes I get lost in large crowds and conversations. I try not to let it bother me, but sometimes being an introverted mom evokes feelings of loneliness. An article on Psychology Today explores how being an…
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How can we battle the dreaded overwhelm?
Families today lead very busy lives. The pressure to “do it all” is overwhelming. Do you ever stop and think about all the things we are expected to do in our lives? Make sure the kids get so many minutes of active time, outdoor time, learning time, chore time, and down time. Be sure you’re…
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Travel Mom Thoughts OR My kids ate noodles and butter for a week and Nothing Bad Happened!
Have you ever stayed at an all-inclusive resort? They are an interesting breed of vacation. It’s getting to experience the warmth and beauty of a Caribbean locale without really getting into the heart and culture of the place much at all. As a traveler, I would love to visit Europe, South America, even Africa. Experience…
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Work Life Balance? No Such Thing
Going to work is a necessary evil for many people. Generating an income for the household is the primary endeavour for the majority of Canadians. Trying to balance time in the workforce with the rest of your existence is no easy feat. I write a lot about time management. Being a working mom, my days…
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Easy ways to reduce screen time as a family
Let’s face it – screens are everywhere! Not only at home, but in malls, at school and in every public building we venture into these days there are screens. So how do we help our children (and ourselves) reduce our time looking at screens? In my house you are either in the living space (which…
