Category: Life
Baking soda is a staple in our home. It’s almost as always on my shopping list with the likes of bread and milk. Baking soda has gained popularity in recent years. It’s part of a greener solution for household cleaning supplies, with many families opting for less toxic alternatives to bleach and other household cleaners. […]
This year students and parents alike have a new type of first day jitters. It’s not just the new school year or new school but the added concerns of COVID-19. This year’s back-to-school supplies is not only the new stationery and snacks, but also hand sanitizers, wipes, and masks. And don’t forget, the dos and […]
My daughter couldn’t wait to head to camp this year until I broke the news that there was no camp due to the pandemic. The news disappointed her. I’m just glad she didn’t direct her anger towards me but to the coronavirus crisis instead. Phew! Since March of this year, the global concern has been […]
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Toronto -Same Attractions New Experience
Toronto is officially in week two of stage 2 of the provincial government’s plan to curb the COVID‑19 outbreak. This means more businesses have opened including public attractions. Around this time, families have either landed at their summer destination or sent the kids off to camp. But overnight camps are closed for the summer and we’ve cancelled all our non-essential travel plans, so what’s left […]
Parenting is one of the toughest challenges I’ve faced in my lifetime; creating rules, developing guidelines and most challenging of all, leading by example! You’re faced with some of the most difficult tasks, knowing you’re trying to raise a confident, independent and strong individual. Being a mom, I strive to protect my family by keeping […]
As COVID-19 regulations loosen and more people return to work as well as outdoor activities, face masks have become a staple in our wardrobes, especially for countries like France and Spain, who’s recently joined the list of countries, where face masks are mandatory in public. Canada has not made face masks compulsory yet, but I see us heading that […]
The COVID-19 (Corona virus) pandemic has and still is presenting many challenges globally. Despite the known and alarming health crisis, there are issues like mental health that’s easily overlooked. In the first two weeks of self-isolation, those I checked in with, viewed their isolation period as a blessing; they were catching up on quality time with their […]
