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In the beginning, your relationship was full of them, but as time goes on, they have a funny way of disappearing. I’m talking about going on dates with your partner. Inevitably when you get more comfortable with each other and get busier with life in general, couples tend to make less of an effort and Continue reading The Relationship Rejuvenator: Date Night As a seven month pregnant beach ball, it’s no surprise that I have baby on the brain these days. I feel a bit guilty as I haven’t really been focusing as much on this second baby as I did during my first pregnancy – mainly because my toddler and work are soaking up all my attention. But it just hit me recently that the new baby is going to be here soon…really soon! So, to make it up to Baby #2, I’ve been devoting my spare time to making a cozy little nest for him. I found these adorable wall decals by Wee Gallery. These decals are designed by husband and wife team, Dave and Surya, who have taken into consideration a newborn infant’s development. As parents they found out that most newborns are only able to see 12 to 15 inches away and are drawn to high contract black and white images. The adorable animal graphics were tested out on their own children who were continually drawn back to them. I love this Jungle Wall theme: Sometimes we get so busy (or in my case, lazy) about cooking homemade meals and cave into getting fast food—the easier, quicker alternative. This is all fine once in awhile, but ever since I became a mom, I feel extra guilty about doing this as I want my little girl to eat healthy and don’t Continue reading Healthy Eating Habits Start Young The countdown to the New Year has started which means its time to think of ways we can torture ourselves with resolutions we’ll likely not keep. Hmmm…that probably wasn’t the most positive thought considering my New Year’s resolution (that’s right, I only have one this year), is to think more positively. My post on HealthyPlace.com, New Continue reading New Year’s Resolution: Positive Thinking Every year after the gift-opening frenzy dies down and the last gingerbread cookie has been eaten; we are left with the same thing – a few unwanted gifts. Whether the gift giver meant well but missed the mark, or whether there was no thought put in it at all (like the uncle who gave my husband the same George Foreman grill two years in a row), we are stuck contemplating what to do with these leftover gifts. Aside from filling up our landfill with something perfectly usable, here are a few ideas on ways to unload your unwanted Christmas presents: 1. Donate – There are a ton of non-profits and charities that could use that extra toaster you don’t want. Pick your favourite one, drop off that unwanted gift, and feel good afterwards. This year we have three Christmases to go to, which is one of the fringe benefits of having two sets of in-laws. Christmases in my family typically consist of a household of crazy aunts, uncles, and cousins (around 30-40), so a traditional sit-down meal is out of the question. I’ve become skilled at eating from a paper plate loaded with food balanced just so on my lap. While some people love change and prefer to keep things in their life fresh and new, there is always some comfort and value in having family rituals and traditions. Maybe for you Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without your dad breaking out a pair of protective goggles and his cheesy apron while using his over-powered electric Continue reading The Comfort of Family Traditions Lately, gratitude has been on my brain. This is partly due to the holiday season and all its sentimental mushiness, plus the discovery of some horrible news about a little girl I know with a brain tumour which put things in perspective, and maybe just because I am an all-around sap. It was very fitting then, when I received a Gratitude Journal for Christmas from my husband’s step-mom (which I guess would make her my step-mom-in-law?). So you only have a few shopping days left until the big day and you have a long list of people to buy for and no clue what to get them. It might be a bit late in the game now to change things up, but next year, try suggesting one of these alternative gift exchange ideas that will cut down your shopping list, save you money, and hopefully spice up your holiday celebrations. Secret Santa |
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