You are a mother, so most likely, you have decided that this new year you will do more for your child, or perhaps more for others. I have another suggestion. Being a mother channels your gratitude, love, patience and understanding, but it also shines a bright light on self-doubt, anxiety…

We will still have our family – they may not be in our home sharing a meal, but they can be reached by phone. Connecting with our family will be different but we can still do it. We still have friends – we can’t have our traditional get-togethers right now,…

A few days ago, I shared a picture of a cookie my son and I made on Instagram. I’m telling you, they were scrumptious! In fact, I would say they turned out better the store-bought versions you find at fancy pastry shops. The cookie itself seemed like a very complicated…

This year has been a challenge, to say the least. As mamas, we have been doing it all. Cleaning, organizing, cooking, baking…all the while making sure our family is safe and comforted. Comfort needs to be given to you too, you deserve it. In whatever situation you are in, whether…

As soon as the calendar changed from October to November, and daylight-saving time ended, the weather took a turn. Now we are officially in December, but there isn’t any picture-postcard weather just yet. Historically, November and early December have been cold and dismal in Montreal. Waking up in the dark…

It seems like yesterday, the leaves were beginning to fall here in Montreal, and now, I blinked and we are about to start Advent! Are you getting into the Christmas spirit? Last year, I wrote about the traditions and the meaning behind Advent. You can read all about it here.…