Getting Back on Track
I mentioned the other day that it’s time to make a change. I don’t know what it is inside me, but something totally snapped when I stepped on the scale. I knew something had to give. I broke down my approach; shed the guilt and excuses that come hand in hand with making poor eating choices, and decided to get back on track when it came to eating. You know how the internet is when it comes to changing your diet; there are passionate ideas about every diet out there. And that’s why I don’t want to go on a diet, I just...
read moreChoices…
Remember a few years ago? I used to blog about choices. How easy it was for me to make positive choices every day to become the woman I wanted to become. I was eating healthy and living healthy and pretty much being a supermom. But then I hit the speed bump that is depression. It’s been a long time since I felt like a super-anything. Don’t get me wrong… things are constantly changing for the better. I’m growing and changing in ways that are extremely awesome. I’ve never been so self assured. I’ve never been...
read moreVanilla French Toast Fingers – Recipe
I’ve never been a big fan of breakfast food. To be honest, no one in our house is. Abby loves pancakes, but Nathan doesn’t. I love crepes and Nathan tolerates them, but Abby only likes them if they’re full of fruit. My point is that we can never agree on anything when it comes to eating breakfast. I know that eating wheat is kind of “out” right now, but honestly…. I’m not on the anti-gluten train. It had been years since I had tried French Toast, and having seen it at work for the last few months, I...
read moreThe Grin Reaper by Black Rabbit Tattoo Studio
Many people already know that I’m one of the biggest fans around when it comes to Black Rabbit Tattoo Studio in Port Moody, BC. Not only do I love the all-girl tattoo shop for location and ease of access, but the artwork is second to none as far as I’m concerned. Even so, when you recommend a tattoo shop to your friends or family, it’s a bit more nerve-wracking than suggesting a restaurant for lunch. Tattoos are serious business, and the right artist is as important as the right design! If you’ve been a long-time reader...
read moreWhere have you been, baby?
I feel a little like I’ve been lost. I’ve become so busy that I distracted myself from the person I am. A lot of big changes in the last week have led me to a personal evaluation; I find myself asking if I’m getting closer to who I want to be, and the answer is somewhere in the middle of yes and no. Going to school was an absolute step in the “write” direction for me. The idea there was to hone my skills and make connections. I wanted to learn, despite being frightened. I felt a pull to the program, enough to put a great deal...
read morePage views and Hatred and Bull$hit, oh my!
Earlier this year, I began a new journey as a student, attending a great writing program at a local college. I’ve been a blogger since before it was called “blogging”. I’ve been writing since the moment I realized that I could. I know that writing is what I want to do. Sometimes, I have to admit, as I was sitting in classes and listening to those who are referred to as “real” writers, I sometimes feel like bloggers, especially mommy bloggers, are people who are discredited. The overwhelming attitude seems to...
read moreMore About Monsters University
I’ve mentioned a number of times how excited I am about the upcoming Pixar movie, Monsters University, the long-awaited prequel to Monsters Inc. This morning, this press release confirms some of the amazing voice talent (NATHAN FILLION!!!!!) that we can expect to see in just a couple short months when this gem hits the theatres! Check out these images and details from the upcoming film. BURBANK, Calif. (April 17, 2013) — Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters University” welcomes some of Hollywood’s top stars to its...
read moreDon’t Fake It, Just Make It
Today is the last day of my first college semester. It may not seem like a big deal, but the whole thing is mind blowing for me. I can’t believe that I made it through the late nights and early morning, having a child and a part time job. Admittedly, more than once I felt I was failing to meet all of the expectations that I had placed upon myself. I had to let some things slide. I had to let some things go because I’m only human and I can’t do it all. On top of that, there are only so many hours in a day. The gym and my...
read moreHow I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love Making Plans…
Travel is one of the highlights of my life. I’m not an organized person by any means, and while I’m learning how to manage time and create discipline in my life, it’s an ever-upwards battle for me. Traveling was something that I never saw as being possible for me; living in a world of excuses it was too hard, or I was too busy. There was always a reason, as with all things, to avoid travel. My resistance has always been fear-based. My resistance has never served to better me in any way. There is an internal pile of things...
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