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May 11th, 2012 by Martha Scully
OK. Most of my friends think I’m completely nuts, but I don’t want any of the traditional things that are marketed for Mother’s Day gifts. My dear family, please don’t get me cut flowers, yet another kitchen gadget, or even breakfast in bed… Here is my wish list for the perfect Mother’s Day.
May 8th, 2012 by Manfred von Vulte
Urban designers of the 19th Century had lamented the visible passing of pastoral or agricultural traditions. Many like Frederick Law Olmsted (Central Park, Mount Royal) witnessed the onslaught of the Industrial Revolution and the mass exodus from the countryside to the city. The concept of the urban park, as a respite for the physically and mentally exhausted came into vogue quickly. Even in Canada, the Fraser Institute cited that in the year 1900, about half the population still lived in the country, but by 2010, that percentage had fallen below 10%. Continue Reading »
May 6th, 2012 by Lauren Carroll
Indoor playgrounds and amusement centers give kids a great way to have fun and get some exercise during those times of the year when its uncomfortable to be outside. On cold, hot or rainy days, kids will love to go to these indoor play places. One such fun place is TimBUKtu Indoor Playland. Continue Reading »
Tags: activities, babies, birthdays, family time, FUN, indoor amusement, play, playgrounds, Toddlers, weekend activities
May 3rd, 2012 by Martha Scully
Mothers are a huge help when you become a mother for the first time, or so I would assume. I wouldn’t know, because my mom passed away while I was pregnant with my first child in 1999. Anyone who knew her would tell you she was a fascinating person. Each year on Mother’s day, I reflect on my relationship with her, and what I learned from her about being a mother.
May 3rd, 2012 by Catherine Romano
Tags: Campagnie Kafig, dance, Harboufront Centre, hip-hop, street dances, World Stage
May 1st, 2012 by Lauren Carroll
Celebrate this Mother’s Day with these wonderful children’s books that reinforce the mom-child bond. Here are our top picks for Mother’s Day recommended reading! These books may be found at your local public, school library or purchased at your favourite bookstore.
Are You My Mother? by P.D. Eastman
In this sweet story, a baby bird is hatched while his mother is away. After falling from his nest, he sets out to look for her and asks everyone he meets – including a dog, a cow, and a plane – “Are you my mother?” In the end he is happily reunited with his maternal parent in a wonderful moment of recognition.
Tags: books, family time, Mother's Day, reading
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