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louise
canada
mother-of-four, wife, friend, daughter, sister, writer, and eternal optimist
Interests: raising kids, reading, writing, cooking (not baking), DVD box sets, playing songs on repeat, laughing til my face hurts
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Thank you, my friend. xo
Commented yesterday on snapshot at late night plays
snapshot
Do you want to know how to make me cry? Send my grade three boy home with an assignment that asks for stories from his baby days, complete with pictures. Because then, you see, I'd have to go into my walk-in closet, after the kids are in bed, and stand in front of the bookshelf that is bur...
I think theres something to being able to turn pages, like a book. And being able to touch them adds something, too.
Commented yesterday on snapshot at late night plays
snapshot
Do you want to know how to make me cry? Send my grade three boy home with an assignment that asks for stories from his baby days, complete with pictures. Because then, you see, I'd have to go into my walk-in closet, after the kids are in bed, and stand in front of the bookshelf that is bur...
Thanks, Jeanine. I cannot get enough of looking at those faces. xo
Commented yesterday on snapshot at late night plays
snapshot
Do you want to know how to make me cry? Send my grade three boy home with an assignment that asks for stories from his baby days, complete with pictures. Because then, you see, I'd have to go into my walk-in closet, after the kids are in bed, and stand in front of the bookshelf that is bur...
snapshot
Posted 2 days ago at late night plays
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Its true, I was very, very hard on myself and compared myself to others relentlessly. Its a relief to move past it and focus on what matters - my own family! Thank you for your sweet words, Christy. xo
Commented 7 days ago on the best gifts at late night plays
the best gifts
Eleven years ago, JB knelt in front of me while I was nursing our newborn daughter, and handed me my first Mother's Day card. Before it happened, I used to imagine how I would feel—I thought it would mean so much, that I would be thrilled to be part of this club. But the tears that leaked f...
Thank you and to you, too, my friend. xo
Commented May 10, 2013 on the best gifts at late night plays
the best gifts
Eleven years ago, JB knelt in front of me while I was nursing our newborn daughter, and handed me my first Mother's Day card. Before it happened, I used to imagine how I would feel—I thought it would mean so much, that I would be thrilled to be part of this club. But the tears that leaked f...
Yes, I agree. MomFail should not be a phrase, let alone a hashtag. Just show up and do your best, right. Thank you for the kind words. xo
Commented May 10, 2013 on the best gifts at late night plays
the best gifts
Eleven years ago, JB knelt in front of me while I was nursing our newborn daughter, and handed me my first Mother's Day card. Before it happened, I used to imagine how I would feel—I thought it would mean so much, that I would be thrilled to be part of this club. But the tears that leaked f...
the best gifts
Posted May 10, 2013 at late night plays
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Youll find your groove again, Char. Its in you!!!
Commented May 2, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
I think it means people who choose to pursue writing, often have a story or experiences that they feel define them. And further, they are often sad and therefore, some people feel compelled to find an outlet for them (rather than carry around the pain).
Commented May 2, 2013 on the telling of the heart at late night plays
the telling of the heart
I recently read an article that said many writers think of themselves as wounded. I hadn't considered it before. But I thought of all the words I've written to lighten the weight in my heart; the boxes of poems, letters, journals, and essays, some never read by anyone but me, and felt myself rel...
We eat much, much better when we follow a plan.
Commented May 1, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
It has saved my sanity, I tell you!
Commented May 1, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
Planning makes it all come together - I promise!
Commented May 1, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
I hear you on the hectic rush - good luck, Cherie xo
Commented May 1, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
Ive been on a two-day grocery rotation for a couple of years now. It started when our family grew and I no longer had room in our refrigerator, but I am finding that it works really, really well for us. I love that you make it an outing. I couldnt agree more on the importance of our kids being part of family meals even at the shopping end of things. Thanks for stopping by, Lisa.
Commented May 1, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
Well, theres nothing wrong with a kid-free take-out meal from time to time ;) Good luck and thanks so much for stopping by, Jessica.
Commented May 1, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
Yes, good idea to keep favourite recipes organized. Like we always say around here...If they eat it, keep it! Good luck!
Commented May 1, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
Quietly proud...I really like that. And yes, I think she is. xo
Commented Apr 30, 2013 on the right thing at late night plays
the right thing
My driver's license was only a few months old, when my sister and I climbed into my little red car to head to the mall. I remember my dad had just come home from the night shift and was wearing pajamas and slippers. As he often did, he must have been watching from the front window as we pulled ...
I loved your post, Tara. WOW - I was speechless Thank you (winner is still going to be chosen randomly, though ;)) xoxoxoxo
Commented Apr 30, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
the right thing
Posted Apr 29, 2013 at late night plays
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Nows your chance to plan/cook/freeze! Nothing wrong with preparing the same foods again and again. If they area healthy and the family is eating them, go for it. I introduce new recipes here and there. That way, the kids are more willing to give them a try, knowing that their faves will be back on the table the next night :)
Commented Apr 29, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
And when do I get to see you again, fabulous lady YOURSELF! xo
Commented Apr 29, 2013 on lights, camera....POUF! at late night plays
lights, camera....POUF!
When my high school announced a Grease musical, several of my close friends auditioned and I braced myself for months of build-up and excitment for a show I wasn't brave enough to try out for. Fear of rejection, fear of mockery, fear of failure. All of them stood in my way. When my oldest da...
Your mom is the best!! Congrats on your new arrival. Youre off the hook for the next few months. As long as youre all fed, youre winning ;)
Commented Apr 29, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
I think youre doing an awesome job. I am nowhere near organized enough to have batch meals prepared, but we do eat 95% of our meals out of our own kitchen. Thats a huge success in my books. Thanks for entering, good luck!
Commented Apr 29, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
I do love a backwards supper, but even those are planned around here. I just couldnt stand the chaos of last minute decisions. it was all the after-school activities that made me pull my act together! Good luck, honey!
Commented Apr 29, 2013 on start with a plan {giveaway} at late night plays
start with a plan {giveaway}
Confession: I miss, drop, and forget things on my must-do list. And I do it often. There are many nights I climb into bed with a book—when I should be doing so many other things—because I have no idea where to begin. So I let myself off the hook and I don't start anything. And it's okay. We ar...
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