Whether you are married with kids, have a partner or single, setting boundaries never comes easy. Whether its personal or work or even your local barista, making sure you set boundaries early on is always a good idea if you are a person that find certain questions uncomfortable. But what happens if get older and…
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Utilizing Your Kids’ Passion
It is always easier to humour kids, no matter how spectacular or unrealistic their ideas might be when they are younger. As they get older the expectation is that there needs to be a more grounded and realistic thought process that they take on, especially as they get closer to dedicating time to their passions. …
Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND Resort, NY
This is the first year both our kids get the same school break/holidays for winter (previously our youngest was in daycare and only had 2 days off – we would feel bad for taking her out for any longer than that given that we were paying some good coin for those days). So we had…
Margat Bamiya (Iraqi Okra Curry)
Okra isn’t one of those vegetables that gets a lot of respect, and you either love it or hate it. If you love it though – this recipe is a must-try. Savoury and homey, this curry is served usually with rice but can certainly be eaten on its own or with dry bread is a…
To Pose or Not To Pose
To pose or not to pose, is what seems to be the eternal question of the 21st century, especially when Social Media and cell phone photography took over society and everything they do – some even dying because of it. But it depends on your pose, and whether you prefer more natural pictures or pictures…
My favourite, least dated, still relevant, Disney Animation Movies
I wouldn’t call myself a Disney-o-phile, but I do like my dose of Disney especially any classical animation (and some live-action) movies and cartoons before the beginning of the millennium. Been to every Disney Theme Park, and I have a couple of Disney sock pairs and a Mickey watch – so yes, I’m not completely…
Margat Betinjan (Iraqi Eggplant Curry)
Eggplants hold a special place in Iraqi cuisine, in this is one of many variations of stews that are eaten with rice. They are called Marga – equivalent to an Indian curry sauce, this one is hearty and has a blend of subtle flavours that blend so well together and are served as a delicious…
Mastering the Art of Kitchen Safety: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Children
By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Pexels) Teaching your kids cooking and baking isn’t just about recipes and ingredients. It’s crucial to incorporate safety lessons into this fun and educational process. This guide from Candid Life Journeys is tailored to help you, the parent, ensure your kitchen becomes a safe and enjoyable learning environment for…
Essential Family Boardgaming
During COVID we were pressed to find ways to entertain our then 8-year-old during the long winter days, and I had generally resorted to coming up with a list of possible things that we could do in the house. This included things like cooking, drawing a comic book, or even doing chores (yes I was…
Thriving as a Single Parent: Strategies for Balancing Life’s Demands
By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Freepik) While raising children can be one of the most rewarding roles in life, it can also be one of the most demanding – especially if you’re a single parent! Balancing the many obligations of work, home, and raising children can feel overwhelming at times. However, these key strategies…
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