Monthly Archives: November 2016

This charming man-boy

My son has grown exponentially in the last few months, certainly physically, standing at almost six foot two, but also in his outlook and maturity to a certain extent.  We see glimpses of a mature young man, sprinkled with plenty … Continue reading

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Note to self: you’re not 20 anymore

It turns out that adding an additional physical activity such as  Thriller choreography for a flash mob, on top of regularly programmed workouts and Latin Ballroom lessons, can be hazardous to the health of a woman now officially in her … Continue reading

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30 years and the ride continues

I watched the MTV Euro awards tonight, and was surprised that I enjoyed it.  The last couple of years I haven’t thought much of the music awards shows.  Perhaps it’s that I don’t enjoy most of the music (and I … Continue reading

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The Weekend 

My favourite things about the weekend: 1.  I can drink.  Alcohol.  My husband and I recently decided that we are getting older and heavier and a lot may have to do with the amount of alcohol we had been consuming … Continue reading

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Must see TV

When I was a kid the highlight of my week would be the arrival of  Starweek magazine, the weekend insert of our local Toronto Star paper. I lived to catch up on entertainment news  and shows.  The fall preview issue … Continue reading

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Best laid plans interrupted 

Today’s post will be totally random.  I’ve got about 3 baskets full of clean laundry that need to be put away, a bunch of appointment to arrange, the kids lives to organize, and my own future to contemplate. With the … Continue reading

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Happiness factor

I took an online survey yesterday via Elle Canada which is looking at how ‘happy’ women are today.  Interestingly enough, I found it difficult to answer some of the questions with ease – my life is in a good place, … Continue reading

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Nablopomo-ing we go

My very first NaBloPoMo was back in 2007, on my old blog. You’ve got to be kidding me – 9 years ago?  What ????  I’ve since done it a couple of more times, most recently last year for whatever the … Continue reading

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