Author Archives: goodmamasue
WORLD AUTISM AWARENSS DAY!
PLEASE TAKE A LOOK at this BEAUTIFUL VIDEO, written and directed BY ROSE ELLEN CAMPBELL (a friend of a friend) in support of WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chtqZYnSG1UShare this:ShareEmailPrintFacebook
Miracles happen every day!
Here in Toronto, Spring keeps teasing us, and yet we love her just the same. She represents new possibilities, a chance to start fresh – miracles really. Now, what I call miracles – those unexpected joys that were not on the radar, surprises, or even wishes fulfilled – are not exclusive to spring. But … [Read the full story ...]
Go, Gogo!
On Sunday February 25, I took time out of my dizzy life to take in a wonderful afternoon concert called Salute to Hollywood, performed by the incomparable songstress Marie Gogo, and her orchestra, Bath Tub Gin. Marie’s public appearances are a rare treat, … Continue reading the story “Go, Gogo!”Share this:ShareEmailPrintFacebook
Light-hearted Kites
As I am wont to do, I wandered down to the beach yesterday. True, it is November, and I did not wear my swimming togs, but it has been an unusually challenging fall for me, and unusually sunny skies in Toronto the past couple of weeks. Both of these things pushed me towards the water. [Read the full story ...]
First Day of School
I awoke this morning to the sound of high pitched giggling voices filtering through my open window. “I wonder why the neighbour girls are up and out so early,” I thought to myself; and then it came to me – first day of school. I let my mind return my many first days and those [Read the full story ...]
Earth Hour
For an hour on March 31st (from 8:30 – 9:30 pm) the lights went off in our house; the computers were powered down and the candles were lit. The four people in our little family sat together in the flickering warmth playing guitars and singing; nothing fancy; not much of a statement in the … [Read the full story ...]
Just a thought…
The more I want to do exactly what the universe puts before me, the more the universe puts before me exactly what I want to do. Please feel free to leave a comment or send me an email: goodmamasue@gmail.com and look for new posts weekly.Share this:ShareEmailPrintFacebook
Put Your Mind To It
Recently, I was chatting with one of my daughters about her future and the conversation wound it’s way around to parental expectations. She said, “You know mom, I think a lot of parents tell their kids that they can do anything they put their mind to, but I think what most people don’t understand is [Read the full story ...]
ADHD …or is it?
Please read this fascinating article (and any other related articles that you can find) based on a study done at the University of British Columbia. Let’s be informed for the sake of our children. http://news.nationalpost.com/2012/03/05/youngest-kids-in-classroom-more-likely-to-be-diagnosed-with-adhd-ubc-study/ Please feel free to leave a comment or send me an email: goodmamasue@gmail.com … Continue reading the story “ADHD …or [Read the full story ...]
Snow People and Other Fun
I’d like to say a word about playing. It is a universally healthful thing to do. My friend Leslie, who is a brilliant artist and beautiful human being, sent me the following photos from her day of winter fun. Leslie’s children have grown and flown the nest, but that did not stop her from playing [Read the full story ...]