From the monthly archives:

September 2010

A Pink and Purple Zebra Striped Car

September 7, 2010

On our way home from our local Not Back to School Picnic today, Beatrice was happily chatting away while I drove and Claire napped. We were going in the opposite direction of the heavy traffic, the sun was shining, and life was good. We’d both had fun hanging out with like-minded folks at the picnic [...]

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Homeschooling Glossary

September 7, 2010

Ever wonder what people mean when they say they’re homeschooling? And what the heck is unschooling anyway? Getting aquainted with the world of home based education involves learning a new lexicon, much of which depends on the city and country you live in. Whether you’re thinking of homeschooling, have friends or relatives who teach their [...]

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Peace, Compassion and Parenting Advocacy

September 3, 2010

It’s an uncomfortable situation, and one that I’ve found myself in on more than one occasion. A parent nearby is parenting their child in a way that makes you cringe. Perhaps it’s the parent’s raised voice, the “You are making me…” statements, or the ineffective threats and bribes. Maybe it’s a parent leaving their baby [...]

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Resource Review Thursday: Why I Love My Public Library as a Source of Parenting Resources

September 2, 2010

This week’s resource review is an ode to my favourite institution: The Public Library. Our local library is a weekly destination for my girls and I, and we come home each week with armfuls of books. Here’s my reasons for lovin’ my public library so much, and why I think it’s a useful resource for [...]

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