Scary News Here’s something scary just in time for Halloween. Having one company holding the majority of our media like an overflowing bag of candy they can’t wait to eat up. The quality of journalism is already dying. Now I fear the zombie news apocalypse is upon us! I’m speaking tongue-in-rotting-cheek, but the feeling of…… Continue reading Postmedia Takeover Could Lead to Post-Mortem on Quality Journalism
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How to Get Toddlers to Clean Up
Tips to Help Kids Tidy Their Toys Tired of picking up toys scattered around the house by little ones? Toddlers can learn to clean up after themselves. The key is to make them feel “all grown up” and have fun with helping around the house. It’s never too early to help kids learn about cleaning…… Continue reading How to Get Toddlers to Clean Up
Nobody’s Perfect Program for Parents
Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program Looking to tune up your parenting skills or get some support on a parenting issue? If you are a parent of young kids in BC, you might want to check out a Nobody’s Perfect parenting program. Nobody’s Perfect is a free, helpful and fun way to improve your parenting skills, meet…… Continue reading Nobody’s Perfect Program for Parents
Pippi Longstocking Parenting
Pippi Longstocking Parenting Pippi Longstocking Parenting I owe Pippi Longstocking for more than my love of long striped socks and over-sized boots. What I remember best about this red-headed wonder child — more than her eccentric fashion, super strength and gold stockpile – was her epic fibbing. Now as a parent, Astrid Lindgren’s famous…… Continue reading Pippi Longstocking Parenting
How to Get Over Writer’s Block
HOW TO GET OVER WRITER’S BLOCK Getting Around Writer’s Block I know there’s debate about whether writer’ block really exists. But, whether it does or not, there will always be days when you feel like all your creative juices have gone. Somehow they leaked out your ears, formed a puddle on the floor and then…… Continue reading How to Get Over Writer’s Block
Spitting Up Frogs Blog – My First Story Published!
HAPPY SPITTING UP FROGS BLOG MY FIRST SHORT STORY PUBLISHED I am floppy-Muppet-hands-waving-in-the-air excited! Inscription magazine picked up my urban fairytale Spitting Up Frogs. It’s a terrific online magazine that specializes in fantasy and science fiction for young adults. Check out the site and read Spitting Up Frogs. If you are a teacher and want free worksheets…… Continue reading Spitting Up Frogs Blog – My First Story Published!