Sometimes a mom needs a taste of Disney, a small taste–five minutes worth. My daughter gave me a Lush bath bomb for Christmas. I usually put nothing in my bath (save a few drops of essential lavender oil) as I … Read More
Playing with your kids is important: their games, their rules. The time they actually really want you to play with them is fleeting. So let your inner coolness vanish, jump in with both feet and be the dork you’re meant … Read More
Some days are tough on a mom. It’s those precious moments, creating something with your children, that bring sunshine kisses into your life again. Sometimes the days in a week are difficult, many little things add up and make one … Read More
PIP AS SECRET AGENT: 00PIP My 6 year old has been going through an early morning panic phase. She awakens well before dawn (often 2 a.m.), dresses herself and crawls back into bed and sleeps until she hears Mom up … Read More
My hero, Fernando. *(You can see his protective gaze in this pic) This morning I walked my dogs as usual: through the forest before dawn. We never see human beings at that hour in the dark forest. Our friends have … Read More
Sometimes the most difficult things in life surprise you with the greatest rewards. I have blogged in the past about my pup Pablo and his special needs. Pablo’s breed comes from dog-fighting stock and he has a brain that makes … Read More
My dad asked me to paint a graphic for a poster advertising his speech supporting the Northern Gateway Pipeline. I am an activist against the pipeline. What to do? This is the graphic image I produced last night after blood, … Read More
My youngest Pip, has been ill with a respiratory bug this holiday season. While her sisters are out sledding, skating and skiing, she’s been forced to find a new best buddy. Dad to the rescue! Hope you enjoy this short … Read More
My family spent Christmas 2012 with my sister Miranda and her family. Here is a brief look at some of the fun we got up to:
I hope this sacred day brings peace and happiness to every being. Please enjoy a Christmas collage of many of the Christmas performances and concerts my family participated in over this holiday season: