We’re all familiar with the phrase “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” That’s because it’s true. If we don’t recharge our bodies and minds, we can’t give support to others who depend on us. This is particularly important right now. While we are all muddling through the “what’s next” of pandemic living, many of […]
7 Simple Things That Have Improved Due To The Pandemic
Canada has been working through pandemic conditions for six weeks now. Six weeks! That feels unreal when I write it down. I have been at home for four and a half weeks (at the time of writing this), only having “gone out” about three times. My husband has been doing the groceries, as he’s out […]
4 Best Places to Visit in Montreal If You Have Tweens
*4 Best Places to Visit in Montreal if you have Tweens is a guest post. If you are interested in having your writing hosted on A Modern Mom’s Life, please visit my Guest Posting page.* Montreal is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Canada. The primary language you’ll hear is French, though English is […]
How families are coping with this period of isolation
Are you still trying to carve out a routine for your family? (I am.) Is your town or city in lockdown mode? How are you managing with kids trying to do schoolwork at the dining room table while you are working from home? Related: Developing a routine with your tween during the pandemic Situations are […]
It’s time to pull back from my side hustle
Every spring, after I “resolve” to be online less for the new year, I find I push myself to do more with my blog and online presence. I search for freelance writing jobs, social media manager opportunities, and I increase my time on social media in hopes of finding clients. This is the exact opposite […]