I’ve been excited for your birthday! You’ve been studying hard and counting down to taking your beginners. You’re my birthday loving girl and I just know you’ll enjoy every moment of your big day. 16 years ago you were the baby that taught me that I can’t always have control. Despite a solid plan, you... Continue Reading →
When I became a Lead at Automattic a little more than a year ago I was worried about how I would adjust to all of the zoom calls that come with being a Lead. I was used to very few calls and a super flexible schedule. It didn’t take me long to adjust and after... Continue Reading →
I am feeling beyond grateful for being given the opportunity to have 6 months paid with our family. I haven’t had this chunk of time without any kind of work since Caile was born, so as thankful as I am, I was also a little nervous. I love my job and I love the people... Continue Reading →
Those who know us know that for the last 2 year we have gone to as many extremes as we could to protect our family and my parents from Covid. We homeschooled our children last year and reduced our friend / family group to avoid too many contacts. We also ensured that the contacts we... Continue Reading →
Ever have a moment in life where you feel like you have a glimpse into the future? Well when Alex first told me she was pregnant, I had a glimpse. Alex was 20 when she had Ezra, which I know is young by some standards and not young by others. She was excited and I... Continue Reading →
The dance world was certainly shaken up along with many other extra-curriculars when Covid wiped through. It was 2 years ago that we were in Saint John for our very last in person Dance Competition with a live audience. Last year a couple of the competitions happened, but they were either virtual or on a... Continue Reading →
These two years have certainly flown by and in a blink you have grown so much. I am so thankful for you. You have so much excitement for life. You love the outdoors, buses, trucks, cars, anything with wheels, cats & dogs and all of these amazing kids that enjoy spending time with you. Your... Continue Reading →
One of my favorite birthday celebrations with you, would have to be your Little Ray’s Reptile Party. I’m sure to this day, most people would never believe that you wanted all kinds of reptiles, snakes, a tarantula, etc. at your house for you to hold. I still don’t know what inspired that birthday, but it... Continue Reading →
19 years ago, you were turning 3 and it was our very first birthday celebrating together. Some days it feels like yesterday and other days, many lifetimes ago. You had an excitement for life that was contagious. Big plans, big dreams and lots of stories. Even in that first year, we had many ups and... Continue Reading →
How is it that my future NBA player is a preteen? I’m so thankful for you. I love your competitive drive, even if it does make us a little crazy during games lol. I love your passion for basketball and how hard you work to improve. I love the respect you show for people and... Continue Reading →
A year ago we made the decision to keep our kids home, with the exception of Caile attending one in person class to keep her French Immersion. I never once regretted that decision. No one knows how to navigate a pandemic, so we made the best choices for our family. There were challenges, but overall... Continue Reading →
It hasn’t been a year since Oakley came into our lives, but he is a year old today! It’s hard to believe how quickly the time has gone. Oakley has a unique personality, but don’t they all?! He loves people so much, almost too much at times lol. He is starting to become a bit... Continue Reading →
I Dream of Summer 