How to Survive Life in the Suburbs

Complaints I Heard In My Own Back Yard

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Oh the dog days of summer.  Joy, peace and quiet happiness right?  Then why is it that what I am hearing from the group of little people who have invaded my back yard sounds something more like this: -Mom, there’s a bug in the pool. -Get it!! -I can’t get that stupid bug out it is super creepy!  It’s alive!… View Post

The Day I Banned Sleep Over’s?

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At first, we couldn’t believe our luck.  There was no way this could be happening to us both girls invited to sleep over’s on the very same night?  Happy Dance!  Now, don’t get all judgey on me.  Unless there is a wedding or a big fat trip (once every six years) Hubby and I get about one evening alone in… View Post

To Honour Amazing Women

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A sweet friend sent this to me. It’s a Flash Mob Dance Video that was created by one woman, Kim, in honour of her best friend, Erika, who died of colon cancer.  It’s a feel good “watch” and intended to honour amazing women, of all ages, everywhere. Hugs, tears, wishes of strength…. Mwah

Wedding Bells and Guests From Hell?

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Hubby and I went to a sweet little wedding in Toronto this past weekend. I’ve lost track of how many weddings we have gone to over the years but it dawned on me today; it doesn’t matter the size of the wedding, the religion of the bride and groom or the ages of the guests, there are some scary commonalities… View Post

Drum Roll Please

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I am exhausted from a fabulous weekend of celebrating at a good friends wedding and following the festivities up with a glorious afternoon in the sun.  My girls have finally gone to bed and are pretending to be asleep so I can pull the lucky winners of the Kernels Popcorn Giveaway!!   The Winners of the three Kernels Popcorn Virtual… View Post

Where I’m From

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I am from Barbie’s by the boxful, and the beloved Barbie Camper.  I am from Banana-Seat bikes and mood rings, from Easy Bake Ovens and Twister. I am from Penny Loafers and Lip Smackers.  I am from big hair, denim jackets and polo shirts.  I did not love Shoulder Pads, but that is where I am from.   I am from… View Post

How To Stop Your Family From Falling Into Debt

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Out here in the burbs life can really be a struggle. We may not talk about it much, but money can become a big ugly topic. Below is a guest post about how you can stop your family from falling into debt. The simplest way to stay out of debt is to spend less than you have coming in every… View Post

My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding.

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Have you seen this train wreck  show? It started as a British Documentary following the lives of “travellers” or “gypsies” and their affinity for outrageous weddings and over the top dresses. Some of the finer points: Rarely do the young girls have more then a Grade 6 education.  Never mind that they dress like tarts. The girls main goal in… View Post

Once Again I’m Reminded, I Am Old

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So how did this shocking revelation occur?  That I am indeed, old? I found myself squelching the desire to yell solid old lady advice at the “young’ens” on the beach this weekend: *Oh baby girl, you are so red.  Go put on some sunscreen and maybe a shirt. *Honey side-boob is just not attractive.  Rein those puppies in, children can… View Post