Family Life & Kids


Just gotta say...

Just gotta say...

what a wonderful husband I have. In addition to his great skills as a tailor he lovingly served me today, even in my grouchiness. All morning I was not looking forward to doing errands this afternoon and cleaning the car off. During his lunch break he surprised me by coming ...

Happy Birthday... to me

Happy Birthday... to me

New birthday vestLast week we celebrated Brienne's birthday and today was my turn. It was a fantastic, celebratory weekend actually. Friday night our whole family volunteered at a Lots to Gardens fundraiser at our local library. The night included a locally grown supper (soups, cheese, breads, dessert) with local musicians ...

new habit

new habit

My husband developed a new habit during my parent's visit - a nightly shot of whiskey. Nothing like parents to introduce bad (& expensive) habits. My dad even encouraged Damien and bought him a bottle of whiskey. Well Damien has noticed this week that in the evenings his hands have ...

Brienne's 5th Birthday party

Brienne's 5th Birthday party

Brienne's 5th Birthday party It was a real treat to celebrate Brienne's birthday with my parents, a first for our family. At my request and to my delight my mom (the master baker) made the birthday cake with help from Laurent and Brienne. We had a great day together and ...

my mom's creativity

my mom's creativity

While my Dad was busy painting, Mom was helping me take care of the home - laundry, shopping, cooking, clean up, prepping for Thanksgiving etc... In her "spare time" my mom finished a toque and scarf for Laurent. They're perfect mom! They match his sunny & exuberant personality.

Sleepover at Russells

Sleepover at Russells

I've written 2 blog entries about our sleepover at the Russell's. Somehow I've managed to delete/lose both before they were published. No more... here's the pictures from last weekend. Sleepover at the Russells

Everyday beauty

Everyday beauty

I love the beauty of a chilly, sunny morning and the winter dormant garden. Freshly hung laundry and clean kitchen counters. I am especially thankful for my children's smiles and a heart felt "I love you" (& the reasons why) first thing this morning from my husband. Thanks Em & ...