jewel’s Blog Posts
Jewel is a mother of two boys who prefer to be referred to as 'pre-teens' than children. She is currently wading the waters of parenting a special needs child while working part time and trying to have a personal life. Definitely very yoyo-like.
where am I now: still under construction
Filed Under faces & places, fitness | January 17, 2012
Last Spring I wrote a piece about my experience with the E.A.T! program by Lisa of Bodies Under Construction. When I wrote it, the course was half over, but a new one is about to begin, so it seemed like a great time to let you know where I am, almost a year later, and [...]
santas at a mall near you 2011
Filed Under events | November 23, 2011
Mall Santas – we love them, but they sure do take some explaining to the little ones. I’ve heard many creative explanations as to how the Big Guy can be in so many places at once, and look different each time; from Santa being magical to Santa having lots of civilian volunteers to help him [...]
Still not bored with board
Filed Under things | November 23, 2011
We have a penchant for giving bundles of books to the special babies we know, and reviewed four new finds in today’s article which join a list of books we’ve happily given again and again. These ones round out the top ten of our repeat gifting (that’s different from re -gifting ; ) board books: [...]
holiday trains, lights, and other ongoing events
Filed Under events | November 21, 2011
Our annual listing of trains, lights and other ongoing events is brought to you by The Peak of Christmas at Grouse Mountain. I love ongoing holiday events that you can fit into your schedule among all the other hubbub of the season. Picking an event, or two, (or three) you attend every year with your [...]
holiday skates, swims, walks and other physical activities 2011
Filed Under events | November 21, 2011
Our annual listing of skates, swims and more is brought to you by artspace children’s arts centre. Keeping everyone active during the holidays is a great way to combat the inevitable excitement your kids will be feeling, the fatigue you’ll be fighting and the food you’ll all be eating. And the following events all have [...]
holiday crafts, storytimes, and activities 2011
Filed Under events | November 19, 2011
Our annual crafts, storytimes and activities listing is brought to you by Collage Collage. Decorating gingerbread, crafting ornaments, listening to holiday stories … these are all things memories are made out of. Grab your calendars and get a pen ready to schedule some family fun, because here is your go-to list for holiday crafts, storytimes [...]
holiday celebrations, parades, festivals and parties 2011
Filed Under events | November 18, 2011
Do you love all the holiday celebrations every year? From tree lightings, to Santa parades, to hay rides and parties, there’s so many special things to do. I love looking at all of last year’s photos and remembering all the events we enjoyed. This list will keep you in the know about all the parties [...]
breakfast with Santa 2011
Filed Under events | November 18, 2011
Our annual breakfast with Santa listing is brought to you by Christmas at Canada Place Breakfast with Santa. Raise your hand if, despite your best intentions, you have missed your local Breakfast With Santa. (Yes, I’m raising mine. ) Never fear, we’ve got your back this year, and with the help of this list, hopefully [...]
holiday craft fairs and markets 2011
Filed Under events | November 15, 2011
Our annual craft fair listing is brought to you by this year’s One Of A Kind Show and Sale! I love holiday craft fairs. Not only do I get to pick up some unique gifts, but I love the decorations, the smells, the music, and the treats: they always get me into the holiday spirit. [...]
Tyze wrap up
Filed Under parenting | October 31, 2011
I’m wrapping up my free month with Tyze, and I have to say I’m seriously considering purchasing a membership. I thought I’d share with you my reasons: Privacy: Yes, this one is first on my list. The more I reflect on it, the more I realize how much I had held back online because of [...]
