Insomnia is something I struggle with often. It’s the nature of my busy mind and sharing a…
WriteOut of Her Mind
Lights out
Mother Nature has a profound way of keeping us humble. Last week’s ice storm was proof of her…
House of Cards
When I was a child, my grandfather taught me how to build a house of cards. One by one, I carefully…
Once bitten
The slap didn’t hurt, but the smear of blood across my skin was a sure sign of victory. He…
Art matters
Everyone likes music. Whether it’s country, jazz, opera or good old rock ‘n roll, music…
Existential mom crisis
No other decision in my life has prompted repeated episodes of existential crisis quite like my…
Rumour mill
We’ve all done it. We’ve all talked about someone behind their back. We’ve shared…
May two-four
Well hello there long weekend. You’re looking good. Pour me a cool drink and let’s move…
Apprenticeship
Perhaps this is old-fashioned, but in our household there is a clear division of work. It’s a…
Batter up
The family that plays together, stays together. That was my theory and the inspiration behind my…
One star at a time
“It was in Bobcaygeon, where I saw the constellations reveal themselves one star at a…
Parenting lessons
In honour of Father’s Day, I have drafted a brief essay: “Things the Carpenter taught…
Growing up
Despite the fact that I only graduated like 10 years ago (what? It could be true), I am suddenly…
July, baby
Welcome to the best month in the calendar year. I’d like to point out that two incredible…
Define ‘work’
The Carpenter and I have very different careers and as such, we have different definitions of the…