In the post “Bye, Bye, Great Pumpkin” I talked about getting rid of our orange family room. I hired a painter and re-painted the room a calm and soothing grey. Took me a while to put the room back together because once I removed everything from the room, I didn’t want to put it all back. … Continue reading »
I’ve added a new category to momwhearingloss. Friday’s phlog – simple concept really and I like simple. I post a picture every Friday and everyone can let me know if they like it or not! Some phloggers follow themes and post pictures with that theme in mind. I’m not really a theme person, plus if … Continue reading »
There was a time when I would fall asleep to the sweet lullabies of frogs and crickets the songs of these creatures would lull me into a dream state and in the morning I would awake to the beautiful melodies of my feathered friends each morning I would stir in my sleep and pull the … Continue reading »
I thought this was beautiful. Double click below: As I peer over the ledge.
My favourite picture with the boys – oh my where has the time gone! Can’t forget grandmothers, after all that’s where it all started. Below two very different woman but both have been a huge influence in all of our lives and helped shaped us into the type of people that we are today. Same … Continue reading »
After three days in Disneyland (can you say Mickey Mouse), my husband and I were ready for something different. Before heading to California I pre-booked a 4 day pass to Disneyland and a one day pass to Universal Studios. We lost one day because of car problems in San Francisco and our hotel reservations … Continue reading »
Fast forward our trip to California and we’ve arrived in Anaheim. Boys were so excited all the way from San Francisco, they could not wait to meet Mickey. As I’ve chronicled in “happiest place on earth” and “left my heart in San Francisco,” we finally arrived to our key destination. We were booked in Anaheim … Continue reading »
Reblogged from A Modern Christian Woman: Basic Brownies I made some brownies today for my son who also happens to be a certified chocoholic. He has figured out if he does his chores without being told or grumbling, I am more likely to make some of his favorite treats! I like this recipe because it … Continue reading »
Today after work I went for a walk with both my boys and during our conversation we talked about what they want for Christmas. When the boys were young Christmas was easy – The Sears Wishbook came around in September and they would excitedly pick several things that Santa could bring. Now at the age of 10 and … Continue reading »
Make a double batch and keep some in the freezer – they don’t last very long so hide some! Ingredients 2 1/2 cups of all purpose flour 1tsp of baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup of butter or margarine 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp of vanilla … Continue reading »
This past weekend the family pretty much spent the weekend at the rink. My youngest son was called up to play on his older brother’s team as a spare and you think he just made the NHL – he was very excited to be playing a level up. My oldest son is at the peewee … Continue reading »
The following is a Christmas present my son made for a friend of his at school. Enjoy the innocence and magic of a child at Christmas: THE END!
December 28th was the day that could have been my most embarrassing moment ever and I mean ever! I got up that morning and decided to get dressed immediately, because the last two days I found myself still hanging around the house in my pj’s at 11:00 am. The 28th I had some errands to … Continue reading »
God speaks to me, yes he does. Not in an obvious way and no I don’t hear voices, but he speaks to me through people. It seems like all of my life things happen, strangers tell me stories, people come into my life and every time something like this happens, I’m left with the strongest … Continue reading »
I watch her everyday, walking through her life at this moment so strong and bright, but underneath it all, she’s starting to become undone, I see it in her eyes, body and gestures, she’s trying to be so strong, but she’s slowly falling apart inside, she has to be strong for her husband and her … Continue reading »
I had to press this recipe – haven’t made it yet but I’m going too – such simple ingredients, simple recipe- the recipe looks like a keeper.. Lazy Man’s Gnocchi with Tomato and Basil – It’s all about semolina.
This morning I woke up looked out the window to see that we got some snow, some but not too much. Not enough to make it bad driving, not enough for them to close the schools down. See that’s what I prayed for, I prayed for enough snow that the schools were closed down, I … Continue reading »
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day – it’s a good way to start your day off right. One of my guys eats breakfast immediately when he gets up, the other one sits there and stares at me for a good 20 minutes before he touches his food. He always complains that he’s … Continue reading »
Recently I’ve come across a few blogs about thrifting and what people can do with a $1.00 item to spruce up their house. Life as a thrifter shares so many wonderful ideas for decorating on on a budget and everything she does looks completely unique and chic. The Schmitt House has inspired me to re-paint my family … Continue reading »
For anyone who wants to add more balance in their lives and needs reminders to do so – this is the planner for you – plus part of your money goes to a worthy cause. Can’t beat that! 2012 Planner – The First 30 Day Challenge : Crystal Wilkerson.
I decided to dedicate this blog to my father. I never really talk about my father because some of the memories surrounding him are hurtful. My father died of a heart attack when I was 18 years old. To say I miss him is an understatement, unfortunately, I have spent most of my life missing … Continue reading »
I make this recipe often when I’m in a big rush. Very simple and quick to put together – faster than driving through the drive through! Beef – as much as you like white onion – diced fresh garlic – as much as you can handle(minced or diced) diced celery, red or any colour of … Continue reading »
I bought this bag back in September and I love it. We run around all weekend for sports and there are countless times we’re running out the door to get to a rink by lunch. It’s too early to eat before we go but everyone is hungry half way into the game. Concession stands and … Continue reading »
This past weekend I found myself in 100 Mile House, BC for an Atom Hockey Tournament for my youngest son. I’ll be honest, when this trip was first mentioned to me I wasn’t all that thrilled about driving 5 hours for a tournament. Then to add insult to injury, I found out my husband and … Continue reading »
As usual this past weekend my husband and I had seven different events happening at rinks. I have to admit, the weekends wear me down somewhat as I’m trying to catch up with housework, shopping and other stuff. Today we got home from our day at the rink at about 4:00 pm and both my … Continue reading »
I have to admit I am a Valentine scrooge. I’ve never really liked the occasion, I’ve always found the day to be a little silly! I love my husband and children every day so I don’t really feel the need to run out and be crazy on Valentine’s Day. No insult to the people who … Continue reading »
When my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and was still living close to me – I spent some time reading about the disease so I could prepare myself and other family members for the eventual fate of Alzheimer’s. One book that meant the most to me was “Losing my mind” by Thomas DeBaggio, a … Continue reading »
Quotes inspire me and I feel when you find one that touches your heart, it is your duty to share - I plan to share quotes in the future. I found this one while searching blogs – studiolightblue - This lady’s blog inspires me! “Let me ask you something, what is not art? Author unknown Another … Continue reading »
It’s done – I’ve sent the great big pumpkin room to a room in the great big sky! Gone forever, although I have to appreciate that the great big pumpkin served it’s purpose for my need of bright colour at that time of my life. I now want something soothing, relaxing a place where I … Continue reading »
I can remember being a very young girl in elementary school and being excited all day about having a major pig-out of pancakes, sausage, hash browns and whatever else my mom threw together for Pancake Tuesday. I grew up in Quebec and the English called the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday Pancake Tuesday. Also, big with … Continue reading »
After work as I sat on my porch watching my boys playing roller hockey, I turned to the sky and saw this – it’s been such a miserable couple of days and I’ve been feeling rather exhausted and here is this beautiful rainbow showing me that things can improve. This quote says it all: “Life … Continue reading »
Lately I’ve been de-cluttering. Painting the pumpkin room has led to cleaning and getting rid of the clutter. I had too much stuff in that room and once I calmed the colour I needed to calm the clutter. I’ve made several trips to the Salvation Army and I said to my husband “we could … Continue reading »
Great recipes – had to share. Double click below: Call me an electronic hoarder–it’s all good with me!.
Here’s the thing, according to the various home design magazines my house is poorly decorated. During the week, very little is in its place, laundry sits on a table in the family room until I have time to put it away, my children leave a trail of their shoes, jackets, roller blades, helmets and general … Continue reading »
If these students can do it we can all do it – come on everyone go green! Double click on go green below and watch the video – awesome! go green
Cookie Momma reminded me that it’s Dr. Seuss’ birthday today – an absolute genius. I loved Dr. Seuss books as a child and fell in love with him again when I introduced him to my children. Perfect day for Dr. Seuss quotes after all his quotes are the best: “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because … Continue reading »
As I’ve mentioned on this blog several times, our weekends are absolutely crazy. This weekend was no exception. The boys are coming to an end of their hockey season and the lacrosse season is just gearing up. Friday night was the most miserable night, raining, cold and my son had a lacrosse tryout at an … Continue reading »
I’ve been power walking with my neighbour for a while now. We get up at 5:30 am and walk for an hour, sometimes I think our mouths get more exercise than our legs! We both find 5:30 am the best time for us to get in an hour of exercise. We work full time, the … Continue reading »
“Some beach somewhere, there’s a big umbrella casting shade over an empty chair. Palm trees are growing, warm breezes blowing. I picture myself there, some beach somewhere.”
“He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.” pittieful love Several years ago we visited my sister in Toronto. Jag … Continue reading »
Found this recipe in “Style at Home” – a whole section of recipes with a take-out theme except you don’t take out! I picked the easiest one for tonight’s dinner and the meal was delicious. Note: make sure you have a pot of rice simmering so it’s ready at the same time as … Continue reading »
A little while back I found a quote on studiolightblue - “Let me ask you something, what is not art?” Love that quote because it says it all. You just have to have a love for beauty to admire art and everyone knows that beauty is in the eye of the beholder! I love art and … Continue reading »
About a month ago, my youngest son came home with an interim report card. It wasn’t bad, but there were a few things that the teacher mentioned that I felt was not like my son. I didn’t doubt the teacher but I suspected something was going on. I started to think that maybe he … Continue reading »
My mother-in law has a cabin at East Gate in Manning Park, BC. We decided to go skiing for five days during our Spring Break. If you like to ski, this area has great conditions for skiing. It’s a no frills ski resort, a place that offers beautiful scenery, great downhill skiing, great … Continue reading »
Now that we’re home from our skiing trip, the weekend is full of hockey. Last weekend of hockey for the season and then lacrosse starts. Both the boys are in tournaments and the tournaments are in opposite ends of the city, so my hubbie goes one way and I go the other. The rink that … Continue reading »
I usually re-blog recipes – this is such a great story and I think everyone would benefit from reading it – especially all you dog lovers – I’ve already seen what dogs can do for the human soul – read for yourself – double click below: Puppies Behind Bars.
Last weekend was a biggie for my oldest son, he made his Confirmation. Confirmation is one of the seven sacraments in the Catholic Church; Baptism, Holy Communion, Confession, Confirmation, Marriage, Holy Orders and Anointing of the sick. He confirmed that he accepts God and his son Jesus as his saviour and is enriched with the … Continue reading »
I posted this in early March – group of young high school students entered a go green environment contest for Science World – the update is they won $1000.00 for their effort and now have some extra cash for future projects! Double click below to see what all the fuss is about. We can all … Continue reading »
As I’ve mentioned before in a previous blog, thrifting anywhere anytime , I don’t have a lot of time to thrift. To thrift shop properly you need several hours. I tend to run in and out when the moment seizes me. Like today I took the boys to church and thrifting was the furthest thing … Continue reading »
I hate making lunches – really hate it! I would love to tell you that I am this super organized person who has all the lunches packed, prepared the night before. Not only am I prepared, the lunches are amazing and my kids gobble everything up, come home and tell me what a great mom … Continue reading »
April 18th, 1998 – 14 years today we were married. A time to cherish!
Yesterday was a typical morning, got up got my breakfast and grabbed a cup of coffee. It was a beautiful morning and I usually sit in the living room to have some peace and quiet before my day begins. For some reason I was drawn to the staircase at the front of the house. I … Continue reading »
I could eat a whole lot of these – they are delicious. Just double click on Lumpias below for the recipe: LUMPIAS
as I walk on this path called life, many past events haunt me, wanders in and out of my thoughts when I least expect it, alters my actions at times in current situations, brings me anger in times of confrontation, question motives and actions, gives me the ability to look directly in eyes, and see for … Continue reading »
In February 2010, Vancouver, BC hosted the Olympics. Most schools closed for two weeks to accommodate the momentous event. Our family being sports fans, you think we would have hung out here in Vancouver! Hell no we decided it was the perfect time to jump in the car and take a road trip … Continue reading »
After our travels through Oregon and Yreka California, we arrived in San Francisco. GPS is such an incredible invention – just plug in where you want to go and it takes you there. One problem, sometimes it takes you on routes that aren’t exactly the best way. We wanted to cross Golden Gate Bridge but … Continue reading »
Driving the boys to school the other day and came across these two heads. My son took this picture with his I-Pad.
Yesterday I received a nomination for “lovely blog award” from terry1954. As always I’m thrilled, honoured, humbled and somewhat shy when someone says – hey I like your work. Thank you Terry for the award. For those of you who don’t know Terry, she is an amazing lady who cares for her ill brother. Even … Continue reading »
Today was Sunday, certainly not a day of rest as they say no rest for the wicked. My youngest son had a 6:00 am practice this morning so the household was up and about just after 5:00 am. Once my husband gets home from this practice, he gets ready for his own hockey game and … Continue reading »
Several years ago I got myself into a bit of a rut. I was busy with the kids, busy with my job, busy with my home and pretty much I threw on whatever I touched first in my closet on any given morning and the only accessory that I put on were my hearing aids … Continue reading »
A man I work with is on a happiness mission. He has started a blog dedicated to happiness. He started a happiness circle on google and all staff members were invited to join. Everyone in the happiness circle gives their various opinions on the subject and we all try to figure out if we’re happy … Continue reading »
Last weekend, like all of our weekends, it was a loaded one. Hockey practices, hockey games, painted a room, carved pumpkins, finished Halloween decorations, made chilli for guest coming over Halloween night – just to name a few. Sunday morning I went to my son’s hockey game for 9:15 am. I’m sitting in the stands … Continue reading »
We all have a connection with our moms. Some have more connection than others, but most of us have a connection. I’ve always been close to my mom, not that we didn’t fight, we did fight, like cats and dogs. The fighting was part of our connection. My mother was very outspoken and she didn’t … Continue reading »
Last week I finally got my new hearing aids. My old ones broke and since they were 9 years old I figured it was time to replace them. I have sensorineural hearing loss which is nerve damage in the inner ear – both ears. I started to wear hearing aids at the age of 19 … Continue reading »
This year I joined a women’s hockey league. I’ve never played a sport in my life and I haven’t skated since I was 8 years old. Quite the challenge and with my hearing impairment it’s even more of a challenge. My very first hockey game I had butterflies in my stomach like I was … Continue reading »
I love to cook and I would like to be able to say that this part of my blog is dedicated to fabulous recipes that belong on a cooking show. The truth is - I don’t have time to be in the kitchen cooking for hours on end so I’ve learned how to cook on … Continue reading »
Sloan Churman was born with sensorineural hearing loss, she has had limited hearing and has worn hearing aids since the age of two. Eventually hearing aids will not help people with sensorineural hearing loss because the hair cells are either dying, damaged or abnormal at birth. Noise is heard when wearing hearing aids but at … Continue reading »
Today is my 47th birthday! I’ve never been one to make a big deal out of my birthday – my favourite way to spend my birthday is to hang out with my family and just enjoy the time spent. This morning I got out of bed late and I was running around like a chicken … Continue reading »
I just read an article on the internet – Disabled single woman with six children traded her house for a used minivan. The house was worth approximately $96,000.00 and she traded it for a minivan, worth between $5000.00 – $8,500.00, for the purpose of getting her children to school. She said that she had … Continue reading »
When I started the recipe section of my blog – my intention was to post quick easy recipes as I go along in my busy little life – Unfortunately, I haven’t had the time – the other day when searching for a recipe on www.supercook.com ( a website where you put the ingredients you have … Continue reading »
I’ve managed to stay out of the malls at the most busiest times this year. I’m finished most of my Christmas shopping and today I went out early to pick up a few last minute items I needed. The kids have been off school this week and we’ve just kicking back and hanging around the house … Continue reading »
Haven’t tried these but they sure sound good: Eggnog Pancakes.
Gonna try these: Is That a Fig and Walnut Salami? Or Are You Just Happy to See Me?.
I made these scones for Christmas morning – tradition in my house is to sit in front of the tree with coffee, scones and sweet bread, open presents and just enjoy! 2 cups all-purpose flour 3 Tbls suger, plus more for sprinkling tops 1 Tbls baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 6 Tbls of unsalted butter, … Continue reading »
I’m so thankful to cookiemomma.wordpress.com for nominating momwhearingloss.wordpress.com for the versatile blogger award. I’ve been blogging for a couple of months now and I love it! I was surprised and thrilled to receive this nomination. I’ve also enjoyed reading other blogs and I love the many different perspectives on life! Cookiemomma.wordpress.com has been a joy … Continue reading »
The other night I came home from work and my husband had taken out a large fillet of salmon. That was his contribution and now it was my turn to figure out what to do with it! This is what I did: I covered a baking sheet with foil and oiled the sheet with a … Continue reading »
This is one of my favourite recipes. Cooks up in no time and I always make extra so I can use the chicken in a different recipe the next day. Chicken can be barbecued or cooked in a 375 – 400 degree oven. 4 chicken Breast 2 tsp Oregano 1 tsp garlic 1 tsp season … Continue reading »
This recipe goes well with the chicken souvlaki: 1 cup long grained rice 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup water 2 tbls Olive Oil 1 tbls butter 3/4 cup diced onion 3 garlic cloves minced 2 tbls lemon juice 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp fresh oregano 6 cups baby spinach washed … Continue reading »
At 8:30 pm the kids were in bed, my husband was napping before his midnight shift and I found myself alone - the kitchen was clean – time for me - I fixed myself a snack: I turned on the tv and this is what I watched: No sound except the crackling of the fire. … Continue reading »
Both my boys have I-pods and of course like all kids their age – they love their I-pod – the other day on the way to school they had their I-pod plugged in listening to I don’t know what – Dog Snoop, hip hop – when all of a sudden Elvis’ Jail House Rock came … Continue reading »
You can measure the chaos in your life by your laundry. How many loads a day, every couple of days or every week can be a tell all about your lifestyle. If you are blessed to be doing laundry once a week then you probably don’t have children who are playing sports or changing clothes … Continue reading »
I thought it was about time for another post about my experiences with my hockey team. As I mentioned before, I joined a women’s hockey team this year; I’ve never played hockey and I haven’t skated since I was a youngster. When I first joined this team I didn’t know what to expect and I … Continue reading »
I had to re-blog this post. Great idea – invite friends over and let them pick their ingredients, let them cook their choice of food and then friends serve themselves. You provide the hot pot and enjoy your friends without feeling stressed or too busy to really talk – this is simply brilliant! Click on … Continue reading »
If you have ever had the chance to watch a hummingbird you would know that this is true: “Legends say that hummingbirds float free of time, carrying our hopes for love, joy and celebration. Hummingbirds open our eyes to the wonder of the world and inspire us to open our hearts to loved ones and … Continue reading »
Creativity – some people have it! Double click on the “behind the Mask” to see what you can do with some newspaper and a lot of creativity. Behind the Mask.
We just wrapped up a very busy weekend of hockey. Between the two boys, myself and my husband, we had 8 children’s hockey games, 1 men’s hockey game and 1 women’s hockey game. I am glad to say that the season is over but not for long as we’re moving onto lacrosse. At the start … Continue reading »
I’ve been nominated for the Sunshine Award by fellow blogger Frangipani. I connected with Frangipani because of our dual experience of caring for our mother with Alzheimer’s. I enjoy Frangipani’s blog and I can so relate to the ups and downs of caring for our elderly parents. Thank you for the award and I graciously … Continue reading »
Once I was naive enough to believe that when my children could walk, talk, and go to the bathroom by themselves that I would have more free time! Very funny statement I know, my boys are 10 and 12 and I am busier now than I was when they were babies. I never stop, I … Continue reading »
Reblogged from Fed and Fit: Ever get a craving for Orange Chicken? I have a weakness for Panda Express’s deep fried sinfully delicious spicy sweet Orange Chicken. About to make the turn for Panda Express one night, I decided to keep my wheel pointed towards home to try my luck at recreating the dish. It … Continue reading »
This past weekend a freshly pressed blog caught my attention, apparently caught the attention of a lot of people, a minimalist starter guide. I’m a minimalist at heart, I think we (society) carry too much baggage and we put way too much stock into material things. I see it in my neighbourhood, I see it … Continue reading »
Reblogged from A Modern Christian Woman: Baked Ravioli Al Forno This might be my all-time favorite comfort food – it’s a twist on the classic mac and cheese. Perfectly tender ravioli smothered in a alfredo type cheese sauce with a hint of garlic. Rich, satisfying and did I say yummy?! This dish is best reserved for … Continue reading »
“But look again! Those terrifying walls are moving, are changing! A new light is not only creeping over them, but is coming out from their very shadows. See those flattened slopes above the dark sandstone on top of granite; even at this very moment they are being colored in gorgeous stripes of horizontal layers of yellow, brown, white, … Continue reading »
