I always think it’s wild how much time and effort goes into all the holiday prep, only to be destroyed in an hour of gift opening. At least that’s how it runs down in my house. And then we leave for family gatherings for the next 2 days. And then that’s it – it’s over. […]
School Activities and Working Parents
Recently I had the opportunity to accompany Emma’s class on a field trip. It was a great time, and it happened on a Wednesday (my regular day off) so there was no “scheduling” required. The date was announced, I was free, so I said I’d come. These situations are rare in the case of school […]
Working Moms: Jenn Murphy – Esthetician
* Update – Jenn Murphy has changed locations. She now has a beautiful space inside Bellagio Hair Studio at 459 Princess St, Kingston, Ontario. Her business is now Cove Esthetics, and you can find her on Facebook and Instagram! * Jenn Murphy is local mom/business woman. She is currently running Fossa Retreat in the […]
Our Weekly Routine or Not Enough Hours in a Day!
I thought I would lay out for you, my loyal readers, how a week usually goes in our home. I feel a bit like this could be a companion piece to my recent post The World Is Not Set Up For Two Working Parents. This will be a current, usual week, without any dentist appointments, […]
The World is Not Set Up For Two Working Parents
Sometimes I hate being a working mom. Other times I love getting out of the house and away from the kids. Most of the time I’m somewhere in between. One thing that frustrates me to no end is the way the world is only available to people Monday to Friday, 9 to 4. How are […]