Winnipeg: A Great Place for Families

We live in a small city that likes to think big.

Apparently our mayor wants to add an LRT. He says that its a way to make the city more attractive to investors. It sort of feels like he wants us to be some sort of miniature Calgary. It’s like being in high . . . → Read More: Winnipeg: A Great Place for Families

Overheard at my House – New Jokes

My five year old is trying to figure out how jokes work:

Why did the fish cross the road?

To get to the sea.

It’s funny because fish can’t walk.

Do you want to hear another one?

Getting Things Done and Meditaion Day 6

I read Getting Things Done a few years ago and loved the concept. I followed the plan laid out in the book and tried desperately to organize my self. I definitely made things easier, but still felt that I wasn’t completely working the system.

Over the last few days of focusing on my meditation/mindfulness . . . → Read More: Getting Things Done and Meditaion Day 6

Meditation Challenge Day 5

I woke up before most of the kiddos this morning and sat in the sunshine on the couch. I did not set a timer, but just sat and listened to my breathing. I also reflected on many of the beautiful people in my life and how thankful I am for them.

At dinner I . . . → Read More: Meditation Challenge Day 5

Meditation Challenge Days 3 and 4

DAY 3

I was trying to take Jan’s advice to heart and not make my meditation something to do. My time Saturday morning had barely begun when I heard the boys begin blasting an audio book on their new CD player and a few minutes later my little one crept into my bedroom and hung . . . → Read More: Meditation Challenge Days 3 and 4