Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
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Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Word Wednesday - VI
Well, I had to turn to the internet to help find a word for this week. I still have my list but none of them felt right today. Sometimes that’s just the way ...
Word Wednesday 5th edition
Another Word Wednesday is upon us, and this time my problem is picking which word I want to do - I had 3 words lined up and then I read Alexander McCall Smit...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Word Wednesday - Again!
I swear I’m going to get a non Word Wednesday post up soon - life has been hectic and I’ve got a bunch of drafts started but haven’t managed to finish any of...
BlackBerry
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
To whet your ‘app’etite
A number of people have been asking me to review apps for the BlackBerry Gven that I am not currently in possession of a BlackBerry 10 device, I thought I...
Elevator Pitch
Somebody asked me today to explain, briefly, why I’m so enamoured with my BlackBerry Bold 9900. He said “pretend we’re in an elevator and you need to explain...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
Protect yourself and your smartphone with BlackBerry Protect
BlackBerry Protect is one of the most useful tools available from BlackBerry app world. Not only is BlackBerry Protect a convenient way to backup your data ...
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
The Camera Question
By far the most frequent question I get asked about my Bold 9900 is about the camera. People ask why I would want a smart phone with a crappy camera. My an...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Frustrations
In addition to his full-time job, dad runs a consulting business. I help out with IT and some other stuff as needed. One of these “as needed” things was to...
Grammar
Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
Word Wednesday - Courage - My Word
This isn’t the post I intended to write this week, or the post I imagined I would write on this word. Things change, however, and though I may be completely ...
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Word Wednesday - Not “Just” Anything
This isn’t my usual etymological Word Wednesday post, but is a post about a word and it is Wednesday, and I created Word Wednesday and am free to switch it u...
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
Word Wednesday - Breaking the Rules
There are certain grammar rules that seem to have been passed down through the generations as “thou shalt not” commandments, when, in fact, they are more “u...
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Word Wednesday - Again!
I swear I’m going to get a non Word Wednesday post up soon - life has been hectic and I’ve got a bunch of drafts started but haven’t managed to finish any of...
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
#WordWednesday
Okay, So I know that #WordlessWednesday is a thing, but I’m a writer by trade and I love using the perfect word for the situation so I’m going to try to do s...
words
Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
Word Wednesday - Courage - My Word
This isn’t the post I intended to write this week, or the post I imagined I would write on this word. Things change, however, and though I may be completely ...
Word Wednesday - A Royal Occasion
Birthdays are always special, and milestone birthdays even more so. I’ve been fortunate enough in my life to work with a lot of senior citizens and I’ve foun...
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
Word Wednesday - with a twist!
In case you haven’t guessed I’m pretty passionate about my work with kids who have autism. This means that I occasionally get pulled into some of the Autism ...
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Word Wednesday - VI
Well, I had to turn to the internet to help find a word for this week. I still have my list but none of them felt right today. Sometimes that’s just the way ...
Word Wednesday 5th edition
Another Word Wednesday is upon us, and this time my problem is picking which word I want to do - I had 3 words lined up and then I read Alexander McCall Smit...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
#WordWednesday
Okay, So I know that #WordlessWednesday is a thing, but I’m a writer by trade and I love using the perfect word for the situation so I’m going to try to do s...
Football
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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Hair today…
I have a love-hate relationship with my hair. It grows quickly, which is both a blessing and a curse (my one experiment with a fringe was extremely frustrati...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
Let Me Introduce Myself.
So I’m super-inspired by all my blogging friends - I want to have a blog that people read and that makes them think twice about their preconceived notions - ...
Wednesday
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
Word Wednesday - The Princess Who Wasn’t
I like to joke about never having seen Star Wars - as in I’ve never sat down and consciously watched more than a single Star Wars movie at a time. I have see...
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
CFL
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
Bold 9900
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
Elevator Pitch
Somebody asked me today to explain, briefly, why I’m so enamoured with my BlackBerry Bold 9900. He said “pretend we’re in an elevator and you need to explain...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
Protect yourself and your smartphone with BlackBerry Protect
BlackBerry Protect is one of the most useful tools available from BlackBerry app world. Not only is BlackBerry Protect a convenient way to backup your data ...
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Autism
Sensitive Santas Around Ontario
I’ve written before about how Christmas can be a tough time for kids on the spectrum, or kids who have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or kids with a host...
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
Teaching your child with ASD about gifts
One of the most common questions I hear during the holiday season is “How do I teach my child gift etiquette?” Gift giving occasions with kids on the spectru...
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
Word Wednesday - with a twist!
In case you haven’t guessed I’m pretty passionate about my work with kids who have autism. This means that I occasionally get pulled into some of the Autism ...
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
Summer is coming - is camp in your plans?
I know it seems like march break was only yesterday, but it’s time to start thinking of warmer things - sunshine, warmth, and summer camp! As a kid, I loved ...
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
Sensory 101
One of the hardest things for many parents to understand about their child with Autism is their sensory issues. I’m writing from my experience, which is with...
The Walls Have Ears…
One of the things that brings me joy is my work with children and teens who have Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). When I tell people that I tutor an...
Bold
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
The Camera Question
By far the most frequent question I get asked about my Bold 9900 is about the camera. People ask why I would want a smart phone with a crappy camera. My an...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
life
A Message for the Mean Girls at the Gym
Full confession: I’m not a gym rat by any means - I prefer to get exercise by walking or swimming, though I have rediscovered the fun of the recumbent bike w...
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
My Comfort Zone and Why I’m Jumping out of it for BlissDom Canada
On October 27th 2013, my world was turned upside down. My mum, who was my rock, passed away quite unexpectedly. I had just started teacher’s college and was ...
2 am ramblings
Tonight, I tried to fill my head with beauty to mitigate the horror my mind is imagining to go along with the news stories I read. I worked a holiday concert...
Please Excuse my absence.
It’s been a rough couple of months. Every time I think I’m going to get back on track and blog again something happens. First it was pneumonia. I have had it...
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
exhaustion
the past week has been exhausting both mentally and physically - how does my body choose to react to the stress? By making sure I get less than 5 hours of s...
on the loss of a friend
I lost a friend tonight. Not just a friend but an ally. She took her own life because she couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. Now here’s where I...
love
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
The Walls Have Ears…
One of the things that brings me joy is my work with children and teens who have Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). When I tell people that I tutor an...
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
Argos
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Hair today…
I have a love-hate relationship with my hair. It grows quickly, which is both a blessing and a curse (my one experiment with a fringe was extremely frustrati...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
Playbook
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
To whet your ‘app’etite
A number of people have been asking me to review apps for the BlackBerry Gven that I am not currently in possession of a BlackBerry 10 device, I thought I...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
ASD
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
Teaching your child with ASD about gifts
One of the most common questions I hear during the holiday season is “How do I teach my child gift etiquette?” Gift giving occasions with kids on the spectru...
Word Wednesday - with a twist!
In case you haven’t guessed I’m pretty passionate about my work with kids who have autism. This means that I occasionally get pulled into some of the Autism ...
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
Sensory 101
One of the hardest things for many parents to understand about their child with Autism is their sensory issues. I’m writing from my experience, which is with...
The Walls Have Ears…
One of the things that brings me joy is my work with children and teens who have Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). When I tell people that I tutor an...
Sports
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
On injuries and life in the CFL
This has not been a good week for CFL players. Two of the nicest guys in the game have gone down with season-ending injuries. Fred Stamps of the Edmonton E...
on women and football
Okay this has been a few days in the writing. Earlier this week I had the unfortunate experience of being talked down to by a misogynist asshole. He told m...
Toronto
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
cottage
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Wordless wednesday - The train
Found in the lake 30 or more years after it was left on a beach
BBM
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Elevator Pitch
Somebody asked me today to explain, briefly, why I’m so enamoured with my BlackBerry Bold 9900. He said “pretend we’re in an elevator and you need to explain...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
travel
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Special Needs
Sensitive Santas Around Ontario
I’ve written before about how Christmas can be a tough time for kids on the spectrum, or kids who have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or kids with a host...
Teaching your child with ASD about gifts
One of the most common questions I hear during the holiday season is “How do I teach my child gift etiquette?” Gift giving occasions with kids on the spectru...
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
Word Wednesday - with a twist!
In case you haven’t guessed I’m pretty passionate about my work with kids who have autism. This means that I occasionally get pulled into some of the Autism ...
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
Summer is coming - is camp in your plans?
I know it seems like march break was only yesterday, but it’s time to start thinking of warmer things - sunshine, warmth, and summer camp! As a kid, I loved ...
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
Sensory 101
One of the hardest things for many parents to understand about their child with Autism is their sensory issues. I’m writing from my experience, which is with...
learning
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Word Wednesday 5th edition
Another Word Wednesday is upon us, and this time my problem is picking which word I want to do - I had 3 words lined up and then I read Alexander McCall Smit...
Word Wednesday - Again!
I swear I’m going to get a non Word Wednesday post up soon - life has been hectic and I’ve got a bunch of drafts started but haven’t managed to finish any of...
#WordWednesday
Okay, So I know that #WordlessWednesday is a thing, but I’m a writer by trade and I love using the perfect word for the situation so I’m going to try to do s...
The Walls Have Ears…
One of the things that brings me joy is my work with children and teens who have Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). When I tell people that I tutor an...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Let Me Introduce Myself.
So I’m super-inspired by all my blogging friends - I want to have a blog that people read and that makes them think twice about their preconceived notions - ...
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Let Me Introduce Myself.
So I’m super-inspired by all my blogging friends - I want to have a blog that people read and that makes them think twice about their preconceived notions - ...
lake
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Wordless wednesday - The train
Found in the lake 30 or more years after it was left on a beach
Music
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Word Wednesday - Courage - My Word
This isn’t the post I intended to write this week, or the post I imagined I would write on this word. Things change, however, and though I may be completely ...
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
help
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Word Wednesday - Be Generous
Today isn’t just any Wednesday, it’s Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of Lent. I used to do the whole “giving something up for Lent” thing, but I fou...
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
Books
Teaching Acceptance One Book at a Time
When I came online today, the first thing I saw were posts about the Ottawa Catholic School Board’s decision to limit access to the graphic novel Drama to ki...
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
Book review - Juliet’s Nurse by Lois Leveen
The Roman Philosopher Marcus Aurelius said that: “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth”. This is t...
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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reading
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
Book review - Juliet’s Nurse by Lois Leveen
The Roman Philosopher Marcus Aurelius said that: “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth”. This is t...
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
Fun
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Canada
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Word Wednesday - Election 42 Edition
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or aren’t Canadian), you will have heard that a general election has been called for October 19th The election per...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
BlackBerry 10
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Random
2 am ramblings
Tonight, I tried to fill my head with beauty to mitigate the horror my mind is imagining to go along with the news stories I read. I worked a holiday concert...
Please Excuse my absence.
It’s been a rough couple of months. Every time I think I’m going to get back on track and blog again something happens. First it was pneumonia. I have had it...
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
exhaustion
the past week has been exhausting both mentally and physically - how does my body choose to react to the stress? By making sure I get less than 5 hours of s...
on the loss of a friend
I lost a friend tonight. Not just a friend but an ally. She took her own life because she couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. Now here’s where I...
Android
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
Team Blackberry
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Elevator Pitch
Somebody asked me today to explain, briefly, why I’m so enamoured with my BlackBerry Bold 9900. He said “pretend we’re in an elevator and you need to explain...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
Writing
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
Word Wednesday - Not “Just” Anything
This isn’t my usual etymological Word Wednesday post, but is a post about a word and it is Wednesday, and I created Word Wednesday and am free to switch it u...
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Word Wednesday - Again!
I swear I’m going to get a non Word Wednesday post up soon - life has been hectic and I’ve got a bunch of drafts started but haven’t managed to finish any of...
family
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
My Comfort Zone and Why I’m Jumping out of it for BlissDom Canada
On October 27th 2013, my world was turned upside down. My mum, who was my rock, passed away quite unexpectedly. I had just started teacher’s college and was ...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
Conference
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Iphone
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Argonotes
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
technology
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
holidays
Sensitive Santas Around Ontario
I’ve written before about how Christmas can be a tough time for kids on the spectrum, or kids who have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or kids with a host...
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
Casino Rama
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Ontario
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
tourism
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Children
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
guiding
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
Haliburton
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
SCCTO
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
band
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
She's Connected
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
9900
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
The Camera Question
By far the most frequent question I get asked about my Bold 9900 is about the camera. People ask why I would want a smart phone with a crappy camera. My an...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
camera
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Elevator Pitch
Somebody asked me today to explain, briefly, why I’m so enamoured with my BlackBerry Bold 9900. He said “pretend we’re in an elevator and you need to explain...
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
The Camera Question
By far the most frequent question I get asked about my Bold 9900 is about the camera. People ask why I would want a smart phone with a crappy camera. My an...
smartphone
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
The Camera Question
By far the most frequent question I get asked about my Bold 9900 is about the camera. People ask why I would want a smart phone with a crappy camera. My an...
Bold9900
To whet your ‘app’etite
A number of people have been asking me to review apps for the BlackBerry Gven that I am not currently in possession of a BlackBerry 10 device, I thought I...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
App World
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
BlackBerry Traffic
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
Sensory
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
Sensory 101
One of the hardest things for many parents to understand about their child with Autism is their sensory issues. I’m writing from my experience, which is with...
SPD
Sensitive Santas Around Ontario
I’ve written before about how Christmas can be a tough time for kids on the spectrum, or kids who have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or kids with a host...
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
Sensory 101
One of the hardest things for many parents to understand about their child with Autism is their sensory issues. I’m writing from my experience, which is with...
games
Word Wednesday - VI
Well, I had to turn to the internet to help find a word for this week. I still have my list but none of them felt right today. Sometimes that’s just the way ...
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
board games
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
Grief
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
A Month of Heartache
I used to love May. It meant the school year was almost over, the days were still getting longer, the weather was (usually) getting warmer, and it meant I c...
Holiday
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Teaching your child with ASD about gifts
One of the most common questions I hear during the holiday season is “How do I teach my child gift etiquette?” Gift giving occasions with kids on the spectru...
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
A Month of Heartache
I used to love May. It meant the school year was almost over, the days were still getting longer, the weather was (usually) getting warmer, and it meant I c...
geek
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday - The Princess Who Wasn’t
I like to joke about never having seen Star Wars - as in I’ve never sat down and consciously watched more than a single Star Wars movie at a time. I have see...
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
politics
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Word Wednesday - Election 42 Edition
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or aren’t Canadian), you will have heard that a general election has been called for October 19th The election per...
shopping
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Argonauts
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
christmas
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
blogging
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
To whet your ‘app’etite
A number of people have been asking me to review apps for the BlackBerry Gven that I am not currently in possession of a BlackBerry 10 device, I thought I...
Let Me Introduce Myself.
So I’m super-inspired by all my blogging friends - I want to have a blog that people read and that makes them think twice about their preconceived notions - ...
death
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
Hamilton
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
kids
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
NFL
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
Teamblackberry
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
App
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
BlackBerry By Choice
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
Research In Motion
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
tips
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
convenience
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
Keyboard
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Poppy
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
Remembrance Day
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
BlackBerry Messenger
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
word
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Word Wednesday - Again!
I swear I’m going to get a non Word Wednesday post up soon - life has been hectic and I’ve got a bunch of drafts started but haven’t managed to finish any of...
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
BlackBerry Z10
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Reviews
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
Book review - Juliet’s Nurse by Lois Leveen
The Roman Philosopher Marcus Aurelius said that: “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth”. This is t...
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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BlackBerry Classic
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
BlackBerry Z30
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
friends
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
english
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
#WordWednesday
Okay, So I know that #WordlessWednesday is a thing, but I’m a writer by trade and I love using the perfect word for the situation so I’m going to try to do s...
language
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
#WordWednesday
Okay, So I know that #WordlessWednesday is a thing, but I’m a writer by trade and I love using the perfect word for the situation so I’m going to try to do s...
New words
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
Word Wednesday - Again!
I swear I’m going to get a non Word Wednesday post up soon - life has been hectic and I’ve got a bunch of drafts started but haven’t managed to finish any of...
wordplay
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Word Wednesday - VI
Well, I had to turn to the internet to help find a word for this week. I still have my list but none of them felt right today. Sometimes that’s just the way ...
BlissDom Canada
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Latin
Word Wednesday - Courage - My Word
This isn’t the post I intended to write this week, or the post I imagined I would write on this word. Things change, however, and though I may be completely ...
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Concert
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
stress
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
etymology
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
Word Wednesday - Be Generous
Today isn’t just any Wednesday, it’s Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of Lent. I used to do the whole “giving something up for Lent” thing, but I fou...
work
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
Ontario's Lake Country
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Cancer
Cancer’s Legacy
The first time I remember hearing about cancer, one of my young school friends had been diagnosed with it. Growing up with severe asthma, I spent a lot of ti...
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
support
Summer is coming - is camp in your plans?
I know it seems like march break was only yesterday, but it’s time to start thinking of warmer things - sunshine, warmth, and summer camp! As a kid, I loved ...
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
Charity
Hair today…
I have a love-hate relationship with my hair. It grows quickly, which is both a blessing and a curse (my one experiment with a fringe was extremely frustrati...
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
fans
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
Ticats
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
Wordless Wednesday
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Wordless wednesday - The train
Found in the lake 30 or more years after it was left on a beach
hockey
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
kid
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
parents
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
play
Science really does Rock!
As a kid, one of my favourite places to go in Toronto was the Ontario Science Centre. Between the bouncy bridge, the electrostatic ball that made my hair sta...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
swimming
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
driving
Stupid Driver Tricks
I may not be the best driver in the world. Occasionally I speed. I have been known to get impatient with other drivers when they cut me off. I have also b...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
escape
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
retreat
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Waterloo
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
relax
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
hotel
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Lions
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
fall
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
changes
Changes…
It’s been an eventful few months and I’ve been trying to decide what to do with my blogs. Do I a)keep them separate b) merge them or c) ditch both and start ...
Please Excuse my absence.
It’s been a rough couple of months. Every time I think I’m going to get back on track and blog again something happens. First it was pneumonia. I have had it...
Doctor Who
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
Touch Screen
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
RIM
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
Great Big Sea
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
Guess Who
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
Remote Control
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
Television
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
BeBold
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
CNE
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
accessories
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Rogers Centre
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
cenotaph
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
November 11
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
Peace
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
Royal Canadian Legion
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
soldiers
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
Legion
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
Poppies
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
Remembrance
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
BlackBerry10
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
To whet your ‘app’etite
A number of people have been asking me to review apps for the BlackBerry Gven that I am not currently in possession of a BlackBerry 10 device, I thought I...
Apps
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
BlackBerry Remember
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Blaq
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
romance
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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Classic
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Jennifer Robson
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
teaching
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
The Walls Have Ears…
One of the things that brings me joy is my work with children and teens who have Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). When I tell people that I tutor an...
World War One
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
Bananagrams
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
Awareness
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
presents
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
A Month of Heartache
I used to love May. It meant the school year was almost over, the days were still getting longer, the weather was (usually) getting warmer, and it meant I c...
BlackBerry Passport
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
WordWednesday
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
#WordWednesday
Okay, So I know that #WordlessWednesday is a thing, but I’m a writer by trade and I love using the perfect word for the situation so I’m going to try to do s...
friendship
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
How to ruin a friendship in one easy step - look in their fridge!
Forget snooping in the medicine cabinet (where you shouldn’t actually ever keep medicine anyway because the humidity in a bathroom is bad for storage conditi...
scrabble
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Word Wednesday - VI
Well, I had to turn to the internet to help find a word for this week. I still have my list but none of them felt right today. Sometimes that’s just the way ...
Transgender
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Sky
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Election
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Word Wednesday - Election 42 Edition
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or aren’t Canadian), you will have heard that a general election has been called for October 19th The election per...
Party
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
adventure
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
advice
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
hope
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
Blue Jays
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Depression
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
Mental Health
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
Alan Doyle
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
Blue Mountain
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
fear
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Greek
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
ADHD
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
tea.
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
Skydome
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Pinball
Word Wednesday - All Good Things Must (Eventually) End
It’s no secret that change is hard for me. I like the familiar, I find comfort in routine. I’m an introvert by every definition of the word so I don’t like b...
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Remember
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
Gifts
Teaching your child with ASD about gifts
One of the most common questions I hear during the holiday season is “How do I teach my child gift etiquette?” Gift giving occasions with kids on the spectru...
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
thanksgiving
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
giving
Word Wednesday - Be Generous
Today isn’t just any Wednesday, it’s Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of Lent. I used to do the whole “giving something up for Lent” thing, but I fou...
Teaching your child with ASD about gifts
One of the most common questions I hear during the holiday season is “How do I teach my child gift etiquette?” Gift giving occasions with kids on the spectru...
New Year
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Intention
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
US
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
word nerd
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
freelance
Word Wednesday - Not “Just” Anything
This isn’t my usual etymological Word Wednesday post, but is a post about a word and it is Wednesday, and I created Word Wednesday and am free to switch it u...
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
Donate
Cancer’s Legacy
The first time I remember hearing about cancer, one of my young school friends had been diagnosed with it. Growing up with severe asthma, I spent a lot of ti...
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Olympics
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Rama
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
LetsGoRama
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Influencer
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
racism
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
LetsGoMaple
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Mount St. Louis Moonstone
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Skiing
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Winter
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Diversity
Teaching Acceptance One Book at a Time
When I came online today, the first thing I saw were posts about the Ottawa Catholic School Board’s decision to limit access to the graphic novel Drama to ki...
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
Ottawa
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Gatineau
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
brands
Let Me Introduce Myself.
So I’m super-inspired by all my blogging friends - I want to have a blog that people read and that makes them think twice about their preconceived notions - ...
introductions
Let Me Introduce Myself.
So I’m super-inspired by all my blogging friends - I want to have a blog that people read and that makes them think twice about their preconceived notions - ...
Aimee
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
fight
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
Mishi
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
Stella
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
strength
Unfair
Life is unfair sometimes. I am an adult and I get that concept. What I don’t understand is why my friend Mishi is being dealt such a crap hand by the unive...
Customer Service Fail
Frustrations
In addition to his full-time job, dad runs a consulting business. I help out with IT and some other stuff as needed. One of these “as needed” things was to...
Rogers
Frustrations
In addition to his full-time job, dad runs a consulting business. I help out with IT and some other stuff as needed. One of these “as needed” things was to...
Hage
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
Robertson
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
TR65
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
volunteer
Why I love the CFL
I am a football fan. I like pretty much any football - Canadian, American, college, junior, heck even midget and pee-wee. I love the strategy and tactics o...
cheerleader
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
Cobourne
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
Sexist
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
Ticat
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
tweet
Sexism and the CFL
Look, I’m not new here. I get that football is a male dominated sport and that some teams like Toronto and Hamilton have an amazing rivalry going. I get th...
African-American
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
alcohol
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Bernie Custis
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
Cleveland Browns
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
quarterback
Venturing into Enemy Territory
Every fan of a CFL team needs to go on a road trip with their team at least once in their lifetime. It may not be feasible to go and see your team in every ...
picture
Wordless wednesday - The train
Found in the lake 30 or more years after it was left on a beach
Train
Wordless wednesday - The train
Found in the lake 30 or more years after it was left on a beach
Only
Only Children…
Some recent news articles have made me think about my status as an only child. My mum, asked me a few months ago whether I felt left out because I was an o...
city
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
communication
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
country
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
disability
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Hailburton
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Kitchener
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
nature
Cottage
I love heading to the cottage. Not the drive but just the act of actively getting away from it all. It’s not that I don’t love life in Kitchener but I feel...
Bombers
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Bye
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Lapolice
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Outspoken
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Richard Harris
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Stala
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
teapots
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
tempest
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
Tina
Bye Week
So it’s the bye week for my team the Toronto Argos - I’m going through withdrawal even though there were 2 very good teams playing football this week. The B...
beaver
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
birthday
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
commute
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
dock
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
dock spider
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
raft
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
spider
Swimming with beavers
This post got eaten. I’m going to blame the beaver at the cottage. Maybe he’s shy and didn’t want the notoriety that being on my blog would bring. I’m not...
Adult Essentials
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
BB7FanNight
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Blackbery
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
branding
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
dilemma
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Endorse
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
ethics
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
headphones
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
honesty
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
money
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
ROCNATION
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
ShesConnected
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Skullcandy
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Sponsorship
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
vitamins
Sponsorship Questions
I’ve been invited to attend the She’s Connected Conference in Toronto in September. I’m really excited to go because I want to learn how to make my blog and...
Defense
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
man
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
tv
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
Zone
Random thoughts on a CFL standard
I know a lot of CFL teams have at least one “football 101” day for women to learn about football. Today, as I was explaining some of the basics of the game ...
boring
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
injury
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
Kevin Eiben
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
losses
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
Rob Murphy
The Good, the Bad, and the Argos
I’m not going to play armchair GM at 2 am the morning after a loss. Especially after a home game where I didn’t see all of the game because I was playing in...
427
Stupid Driver Tricks
I may not be the best driver in the world. Occasionally I speed. I have been known to get impatient with other drivers when they cut me off. I have also b...
courtesy
Stupid Driver Tricks
I may not be the best driver in the world. Occasionally I speed. I have been known to get impatient with other drivers when they cut me off. I have also b...
DVD
Stupid Driver Tricks
I may not be the best driver in the world. Occasionally I speed. I have been known to get impatient with other drivers when they cut me off. I have also b...
insanity Toronto
Stupid Driver Tricks
I may not be the best driver in the world. Occasionally I speed. I have been known to get impatient with other drivers when they cut me off. I have also b...
stupidity
Stupid Driver Tricks
I may not be the best driver in the world. Occasionally I speed. I have been known to get impatient with other drivers when they cut me off. I have also b...
behaviour
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
cheerleaders
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
CIS
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
UW
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
Warriors
Cheerleader etiquitte
Okay this post is a week overdue. Sorry about that but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t overreacting to the situation. Last weekend I went to the opening game ...
Balls
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
Cam Wake
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
NCAA
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
Tebow
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
Toshiba
Why I love the CFL
Recently I’ve had a number of conversations on twitter and out in the real world about the CFL and how it’s seen to be bush league or second tier. First off...
job
Please Excuse my absence.
It’s been a rough couple of months. Every time I think I’m going to get back on track and blog again something happens. First it was pneumonia. I have had it...
robbery
Please Excuse my absence.
It’s been a rough couple of months. Every time I think I’m going to get back on track and blog again something happens. First it was pneumonia. I have had it...
theft
Please Excuse my absence.
It’s been a rough couple of months. Every time I think I’m going to get back on track and blog again something happens. First it was pneumonia. I have had it...
TARDIS
A word of Introduction
My Beloved Bold 9900 - as a TARDIS !
megapixel
The Camera Question
By far the most frequent question I get asked about my Bold 9900 is about the camera. People ask why I would want a smart phone with a crappy camera. My an...
chat
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
contacts
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
features
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
golf
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
Groups
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
LPGA
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
Manulife
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
Messenger
BBM
One of my favourite applications on my Bold 9900 is BlackBerry Messenger or BBM. BBM is more than simply a messaging system - it’s an easy way to keep in tou...
Near Field Communication
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
NFC
Near Field Communication
One of the features of my BlackBerry Bold 9900 that I hadn’t explored until recently was the ability to use Near Field Communication or NFC. NFC is used with...
hack
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
password
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
password keeper
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
security
What’s the secret (Pass)word?
A few weeks ago, the social networking site LinkedIn was hacked and millions of passwords were stolen. I dutifully went and changed my password and promptly...
Blackberry ID
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
ID
Identify yourself with the BlackBerry ID
BlackBerry ID falls into the category of things your really need to do first on your BlackBerry. It makes life so much easier. Once you’ve created your Bla...
BB7 os
Protect yourself and your smartphone with BlackBerry Protect
BlackBerry Protect is one of the most useful tools available from BlackBerry app world. Not only is BlackBerry Protect a convenient way to backup your data ...
Blackberry protect
Protect yourself and your smartphone with BlackBerry Protect
BlackBerry Protect is one of the most useful tools available from BlackBerry app world. Not only is BlackBerry Protect a convenient way to backup your data ...
lost
Protect yourself and your smartphone with BlackBerry Protect
BlackBerry Protect is one of the most useful tools available from BlackBerry app world. Not only is BlackBerry Protect a convenient way to backup your data ...
passwords
Protect yourself and your smartphone with BlackBerry Protect
BlackBerry Protect is one of the most useful tools available from BlackBerry app world. Not only is BlackBerry Protect a convenient way to backup your data ...
stolen
Protect yourself and your smartphone with BlackBerry Protect
BlackBerry Protect is one of the most useful tools available from BlackBerry app world. Not only is BlackBerry Protect a convenient way to backup your data ...
Gordon Lightfoot
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
HDMI
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
pictures
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
videos
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
YouTube
How my Playbook saved the evening.
I was visiting my parents last weekend and one evening, we were bored. There was nothing on TV and we were all talked out. Yes we have tons of DVDs but the...
Cars
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
GoDaddy
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
Hinchcliffe
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
Hinchtown
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
Honda Indy
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
IndyCar
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
Portable
The Camera Question Part II - PlayBook Edition
One of the best features of my BlackBerry PlayBook is its portability. I didn’t want a tablet I’d need a separate bag to lug around. I wanted something tru...
401
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
Ex
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
traffic
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
useful Apps
Why my loyalty isn’t going anywhere
In case you couldn’t tell from the title of my blog, I’m a BlackBerry fan. I have tried iphones and Androids and while they were a lot of fun, my infatuatio...
BlackBerry Bridge
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
calendar
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
sync
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
synchronizing
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
tricks
Synchronizing Calendars between devices
I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, mostly because I’ve been busy giving BlackBerry Traffic a workout! A friend who has recently purchased a PlayBook a...
Ivor Wynne Stadium
Why I’m Retiring the GPS
I don’t actually have a GPS but my parents do, as do a lot of my friends, so when I’m going somewhere where there’s a good possibility of my getting horribly...
folders
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Hints
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Torch
Ten Things you need to know about your BlackBerry
Since I started this blog, I’ve met a lot of other members of Team BlackBerry. One of the things that constantly astounds me is how few people regularly bac...
Bluetooth
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
TeamBlackBerry. PlayBook
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
wireless
Conference Time!
I’m very excited to be going back to the She’s Connected Conference this year. Last year I had a great time meeting new people and learning a lot about blog...
Beer Fairy
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Blo
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Bloggers
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Conferences
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
connections
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Cupcakes
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Grace Announcements
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
ilashme
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
lounge
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
McCafe
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
McDonalds
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Mink
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Molson 67
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
panels
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Renaissance Hotel
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
sessions
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
Shades of grey
Thoughts on She’s Connected 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been blogging over at my other blog Adventures with my BlackBerry for the last few months. I’m going to have another wrap ...
BB10
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
BlackBerry Evangalism
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
Bluetooth keyboard
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
tablets
She’s Connected and my BlackBerry
You know what I absolutely love hearing when showing off my Bold 9900? “Wow, I didn’t know a BlackBerry could do THAT”. I heard that a lot this weekend at ...
2012
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
military
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
Veterans
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
War
Remember
Remember verb ri-ˈmem-bər
Crafts
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
November crafts
Poppies
I have a thing for Poppies. I love them. I love what they symbolize, I love that I can grow them, and I think that they’re one of the prettiest flowers out t...
100th Grey Cup
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
Battery
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
Calendar. camera
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
charger
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
Vanier Cup
The Grey Cup with BlackBerry
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I also love the Canadian Football League. With the 100th Grey Cup practically in my backyard, I decided tha...
elevator pitch
Elevator Pitch
Somebody asked me today to explain, briefly, why I’m so enamoured with my BlackBerry Bold 9900. He said “pretend we’re in an elevator and you need to explain...
Manifesto
Elevator Pitch
Somebody asked me today to explain, briefly, why I’m so enamoured with my BlackBerry Bold 9900. He said “pretend we’re in an elevator and you need to explain...
free apps
To whet your ‘app’etite
A number of people have been asking me to review apps for the BlackBerry Gven that I am not currently in possession of a BlackBerry 10 device, I thought I...
WordPress
To whet your ‘app’etite
A number of people have been asking me to review apps for the BlackBerry Gven that I am not currently in possession of a BlackBerry 10 device, I thought I...
BlackBerry Elite.
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
documents to go
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
excel
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
powerpoint
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
predictive text
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
specifications
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
time shift camera
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
weight
Initial impressions on the BlackBerry Z10
On Wednesday, January 30th, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Toronto launch for the BlackBerry 10 smartphone. I had been eagerly anticipating the...
BlackBerry Live
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
CrackBerry
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
CrackBerry 10
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
News
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
podcasts
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Video Chat
Apps I can’t live without.
Hi everyone, It’s been awhile - I’ve been busy with life and spending far too much time with my BlackBerry Z10. The advantage of spending so much time with ...
Lists
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Neatly
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Quote
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
RewitQ
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
Tweetings
Blaq for BlackBerry 10
When I said that I would blog about Blaq later, I didn’t think it would be later today. I am at BlackBerry Live in Orlando next week and I’m not bringing my...
BB7
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
BBM4All
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
Channels
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
Elite
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
Legacy
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
OS
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
Thanks
Thank You
I think as a society we focus too much on the negative and not enough on the positive. This applies to BlackBerry too. We are all too eager to jump all ove...
chick lit
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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Emily Giffin
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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New Books
Book Review: Emily Giffin’s The One and Only
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How to
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
permissions
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Settings
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
Z30
Application Permissions on BlackBerry 10
With all the hubbub recently about Facebook Messenger and the myriad of permissions it requests just to be able to run in the background, I was curious as to...
blog
Changes…
It’s been an eventful few months and I’ve been trying to decide what to do with my blogs. Do I a)keep them separate b) merge them or c) ditch both and start ...
questions
Changes…
It’s been an eventful few months and I’ve been trying to decide what to do with my blogs. Do I a)keep them separate b) merge them or c) ditch both and start ...
BBM Group
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Canada Post
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Customs
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Packages
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Passport
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Random Act of Kindness
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
Surprise
I’ve been Bobbed!
Once in awhile the universe surprises you with something so wonderful, there are no words for it. Then again, I make my living with words so I’m going to fin...
After Dark
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Andrew Pyper
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Arthur Conan Doyle
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
book club
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Book Lovers Ball
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Events
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Library
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Marissa Stapley
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Sherlock Holmes
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Toronto Public Library Foundation
The Book Lover’s Ball - After Dark
I’m a classic introvert - I love to spend an evening curled up with a good book and with my BlackBerry at my side. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy goin...
Netflx
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Starbucks
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Waze
Android Applications on my Z30
I admit to being a purist. I prefer native apps to Android ports. Built for BlackBerry apps give me the best user experience on my Z30, but apps that have be...
Aspergers
The Walls Have Ears…
One of the things that brings me joy is my work with children and teens who have Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). When I tell people that I tutor an...
historical fiction
Book review - Juliet’s Nurse by Lois Leveen
The Roman Philosopher Marcus Aurelius said that: “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth”. This is t...
Shakespeare
Book review - Juliet’s Nurse by Lois Leveen
The Roman Philosopher Marcus Aurelius said that: “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth”. This is t...
Sensory Processing Disorder
Sensory 101
One of the hardest things for many parents to understand about their child with Autism is their sensory issues. I’m writing from my experience, which is with...
Issues
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
scent
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
sight
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
sound
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
Tactile
Sensory 102
Earlier this week, I wrote about the two most common sensory issues that affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – sensitivity to clothing and to...
Amazing Books
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
Fiction
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
Novel
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
Somewhere in France
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
WWI
Book Review - Somewhere in France by Jennifer Robson
I’m a historian, and as such, I’m generally leery of reading historical fiction set in the time period I studied - World War One. Small inaccuracies can dri...
7 Wonders
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
board game
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
gaming
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
girlswhogame
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
Qwirkle
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
tabletop
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
Ticket to Ride
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
Tsuro
Board Games I Love
I admit it, I’m a board game fanatic. Luckily I have a great group of friends who also love playing board games and we get together 1-2 nights a month to pl...
fine motor skills
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
motor skills
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
Taking turns
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
Turns
“It’s MY TURN” - The challenges of turn taking with kids who have ASD
One of the most common non school related questions I hear from parents with children on the spectrum is how to teach turn taking / game playing. Being able...
Acceptance
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
Autism Self Advocacy Network
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
Autism Speaks
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
Geneva Centre for Autism
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
Special Olympics
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
WAAD
Why can’t we all just get along?
Let’s stop all the infighting and focus on what really matters - improving the quality of life for those who live with autism and those who care for and abou...
Candyland
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Co-operative games
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Connect 4
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Cooperative games
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Harvest Time
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Hungry Hungry Hippos
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Lucky Ducks
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Set
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Turn Taking
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Uno
Board games I like for kids on the Spectrum.
Last week I blogged about how I use <a href=”http://jennannis.com/its-my-turn-the-challenges-of-turn-taking-with-kids-who-have-asd/” title=”“It’s MY TURN”...
Camp
Summer is coming - is camp in your plans?
I know it seems like march break was only yesterday, but it’s time to start thinking of warmer things - sunshine, warmth, and summer camp! As a kid, I loved ...
choosing a camp
Summer is coming - is camp in your plans?
I know it seems like march break was only yesterday, but it’s time to start thinking of warmer things - sunshine, warmth, and summer camp! As a kid, I loved ...
Day camp
Summer is coming - is camp in your plans?
I know it seems like march break was only yesterday, but it’s time to start thinking of warmer things - sunshine, warmth, and summer camp! As a kid, I loved ...
summer
Summer is coming - is camp in your plans?
I know it seems like march break was only yesterday, but it’s time to start thinking of warmer things - sunshine, warmth, and summer camp! As a kid, I loved ...
Canadian Literature
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
CanLit
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
Funny
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
Humour
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
No Relation
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
Terry Fallis
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
The Best Laid Plans
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
The High Road
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
Up and Down
Book Review - No Relation by Terry Fallis
“What’s in a name?” Juliet famously queried. “That which we call a rose, would smell as sweet” were it called something else, she noted as she contemplated t...
meltdown
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
overstimulation
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
tantrum
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
techniques
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
weighted blanket
So, Your Child is Having a Meltdown
As someone who works with kids on the spectrum, I’ve witnessed my fair share of meltdowns. As I said in my sensory 101 post, a meltdown is not a tantrum. A...
insanity
A Month of Heartache
I used to love May. It meant the school year was almost over, the days were still getting longer, the weather was (usually) getting warmer, and it meant I c...
Mother's Day
A Month of Heartache
I used to love May. It meant the school year was almost over, the days were still getting longer, the weather was (usually) getting warmer, and it meant I c...
Mum
A Month of Heartache
I used to love May. It meant the school year was almost over, the days were still getting longer, the weather was (usually) getting warmer, and it meant I c...
Amzer
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
Cases
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
holsters
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
pockets
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
screen protectors
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
Seidio
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
Transform
I’m All About That Case…
I love my BlackBerry Classic and my BlackBerry Z30 and I am very excited to be getting a BlackBerry Passport this month. What’s that? I have a phone addictio...
Art
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
Art Tonite
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
entertainment
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
Night out
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
Painting
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
Things to do
A great night out with Art Tonite
When I was invited to check out Art Tonite by my friend Hollie, I was excited but also somewhat trepidatious. I’m not an artist, not by a longshot. I prefer ...
Vocabulary
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
Night Court
#WordWednesday: The sequel
Okay, So it’s looking like this may stick. At least for the next little while. Today’s word is one that I love using and as many of my friends will attest, I...
Canada Day
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
CN Tower
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Sesquicentennial
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
loon
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
celelbration
Word Wednesday Part IV
So I’m feeling a bit of pressure here. I’m told that the fourth installment of a series should be the best. Many of my geeky friends argue that the fourth St...
Book
Word Wednesday 5th edition
Another Word Wednesday is upon us, and this time my problem is picking which word I want to do - I had 3 words lined up and then I read Alexander McCall Smit...
Behoove
Word Wednesday 5th edition
Another Word Wednesday is upon us, and this time my problem is picking which word I want to do - I had 3 words lined up and then I read Alexander McCall Smit...
Old English
Word Wednesday 5th edition
Another Word Wednesday is upon us, and this time my problem is picking which word I want to do - I had 3 words lined up and then I read Alexander McCall Smit...
Foods
How to ruin a friendship in one easy step - look in their fridge!
Forget snooping in the medicine cabinet (where you shouldn’t actually ever keep medicine anyway because the humidity in a bathroom is bad for storage conditi...
Fridge
How to ruin a friendship in one easy step - look in their fridge!
Forget snooping in the medicine cabinet (where you shouldn’t actually ever keep medicine anyway because the humidity in a bathroom is bad for storage conditi...
Refrigerator
How to ruin a friendship in one easy step - look in their fridge!
Forget snooping in the medicine cabinet (where you shouldn’t actually ever keep medicine anyway because the humidity in a bathroom is bad for storage conditi...
Spoilage
How to ruin a friendship in one easy step - look in their fridge!
Forget snooping in the medicine cabinet (where you shouldn’t actually ever keep medicine anyway because the humidity in a bathroom is bad for storage conditi...
food
How to ruin a friendship in one easy step - look in their fridge!
Forget snooping in the medicine cabinet (where you shouldn’t actually ever keep medicine anyway because the humidity in a bathroom is bad for storage conditi...
safety
How to ruin a friendship in one easy step - look in their fridge!
Forget snooping in the medicine cabinet (where you shouldn’t actually ever keep medicine anyway because the humidity in a bathroom is bad for storage conditi...
facetiously
Word Wednesday - VI
Well, I had to turn to the internet to help find a word for this week. I still have my list but none of them felt right today. Sometimes that’s just the way ...
word fun
Word Wednesday - VI
Well, I had to turn to the internet to help find a word for this week. I still have my list but none of them felt right today. Sometimes that’s just the way ...
Caitlyn Jenner
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
ESPY
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Arthur Ashe Courage Award
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Anonymuncle
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Troll
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Internet
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
don't read the comments.
Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...
Clouds
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Cloud Porn
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Cottage Life
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Beautiful
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
Get Outside
Wordless Wednesday - Looking up at the Sky, through the woods, and into a campfire
As much as I love #WordWednesday, I’m up on a mini vacation right now and am too busy staring at clouds, following overgrown paths in the woods, and gazing i...
vote
Word Wednesday - Election 42 Edition
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or aren’t Canadian), you will have heard that a general election has been called for October 19th The election per...
prevarication
Word Wednesday - Election 42 Edition
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or aren’t Canadian), you will have heard that a general election has been called for October 19th The election per...
lies
Word Wednesday - Election 42 Edition
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or aren’t Canadian), you will have heard that a general election has been called for October 19th The election per...
debate
Word Wednesday - Election 42 Edition
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or aren’t Canadian), you will have heard that a general election has been called for October 19th The election per...
Costco
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
quietude
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
rest
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
relaxation
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Mastercard
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Algonquin Highlands
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Canadian Shield
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Tom Thompson
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Group of 7
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
landscape
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
trees
Word Wednesday - In search of the ghost of Tom Thompson
It’s been a busy week around here. I spent most of the day Thursday and all day Friday and Saturday getting ready for Dad’s 60th birthday party at the cottag...
Introverts
Word Wednesday - Let’s talk!
I’ve written before about my introverted nature and how I can actually be very shy in social situations, but to those who know me well, I’m a chatterbox. I a...
meme
Word Wednesday - Let’s talk!
I’ve written before about my introverted nature and how I can actually be very shy in social situations, but to those who know me well, I’m a chatterbox. I a...
confabulate
Word Wednesday - Let’s talk!
I’ve written before about my introverted nature and how I can actually be very shy in social situations, but to those who know me well, I’m a chatterbox. I a...
talk
Word Wednesday - Let’s talk!
I’ve written before about my introverted nature and how I can actually be very shy in social situations, but to those who know me well, I’m a chatterbox. I a...
parenting
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
optimism
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
alone
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
okay
An Open Letter to Parents of Special Needs Children
I’ve got something to tell you, and I’m pretty sure you all need to hear it right about now. Whether it’s back to school time coming up shortly, or your kid ...
rules
Word Wednesday - Breaking the Rules
There are certain grammar rules that seem to have been passed down through the generations as “thou shalt not” commandments, when, in fact, they are more “u...
rebel
Word Wednesday - Breaking the Rules
There are certain grammar rules that seem to have been passed down through the generations as “thou shalt not” commandments, when, in fact, they are more “u...
preposition
Word Wednesday - Breaking the Rules
There are certain grammar rules that seem to have been passed down through the generations as “thou shalt not” commandments, when, in fact, they are more “u...
sentence
Word Wednesday - Breaking the Rules
There are certain grammar rules that seem to have been passed down through the generations as “thou shalt not” commandments, when, in fact, they are more “u...
contractions
Word Wednesday - Breaking the Rules
There are certain grammar rules that seem to have been passed down through the generations as “thou shalt not” commandments, when, in fact, they are more “u...
tellurian
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
earth
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
Whovian
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
Antiques Roadshow
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
astronomy
Word Wednesday - Not so extra-terrestrial.
I spent a lot of time this summer with my eyes turned towards the skies. Unlike last summer where it seemed to rain every time I went up to the cottage, and ...
neurodiversity
Word Wednesday - with a twist!
In case you haven’t guessed I’m pretty passionate about my work with kids who have autism. This means that I occasionally get pulled into some of the Autism ...
person first
Word Wednesday - with a twist!
In case you haven’t guessed I’m pretty passionate about my work with kids who have autism. This means that I occasionally get pulled into some of the Autism ...
Baseball
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Wild Card
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Division
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Auto Racing
Celebration!
It comes as no surprise to those who know me that I’m a sports nut. Football (particularly the CFL and the Toronto Argonauts, but also the NFL and the Detroi...
Sean McCann
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
Help Your Self
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
So Let's Go
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
Matt Wells
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
CAMH
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
KWLT
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
bodhran
When Depression Lies, Music speaks the truth.
Almost two years ago, my mother passed away very suddenly. I will never forget the moment I found out, the pain in my father’s voice, or the task of calling ...
Blissdom
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Speaking
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Editing
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
Trepidation
Word Wednesday #BlissDom Canada ‘15 edition
It’s no secret that I’m an introvert by nature. I like people and once I’m comfortable with you, I’ll never shut up, but groups of people, make me seriously...
chaos
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
French
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
disorganized
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
squirrel
Word Wednesday - chaotic edition
I’m not sure if this happens to everyone but every time I head to a conference, like the fabulous Blissdom Canada Conference, I return to utter chaos. It’s n...
Thursday
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
Coffee
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
Java
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
Writing fuel
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
coffee hymns
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
coffee maker fire
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
coffee maker
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
complicated coffee
Word Wednesday - Decaf edition
All my life I’ve been a tea drinker. There are pictures of me with tea in my bottle (thanks grandma!) and with my British heritage, not drinking tea wasn’t a...
Trudeau
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Possibility
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Prime Minister
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Cabinet
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Canadian Politics
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Liberals
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Government
Word Wednesday - New Beginnings
Canada got a new Prime Minister today. Just 16 days after Canadians voted decisively for real change, Justin Trudeau was sworn in as Canada’s 23rd Prime Mini...
Memories
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Pinball Clemons
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Doug Flutie
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Rocket Ismail
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Rickey Foggie
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Grey Cup
Saying Goodbye to SkyDome
Tonight is the end of an era, albeit one that many Toronto sports fans (particularly CFL fans) have struggled with over the last 27 years. Tonight the Toron...
Military history
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
Vimy
Word Wednesday - An Act of Remembrance
Today I will stand at a cenotaph and speak at a Remembrance Day event. I will have the honour to shake hands with veterans who served this country in times o...
what to buy
Dos and Don’ts of Giving Gifts to Special Needs Children
With the holiday season fast approaching, I’ve had a few queries as to how best to alert friends and family members as to what the best gift for a special ne...
Beautiful Gypsies
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
Barenaked Ladies
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
BNL
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
France
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
Terror
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
heal.
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
Paris
Heartache and healing
Regular readers may remember about six weeks ago, I published a post about music, depression, and grief that outlined how music helps me through some of the ...
Grinch
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
Detroit
Word Wednesday Holi-daze
As of today, there is one month left until Christmas, and only 12 days left until the beginning of Hanukkah. Tomorrow is US Thanksgiving and the traditional ...
Big Bang Theory
Teaching your child with ASD about gifts
One of the most common questions I hear during the holiday season is “How do I teach my child gift etiquette?” Gift giving occasions with kids on the spectru...
Pronunciation
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
silly
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
ough
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
cough
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
hiccough
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
thought
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
though
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
rough
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
bough
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
through
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
Scarborough
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
Grammarly
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
Craziness
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
illness
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
sick
Word Wednesday - through with the cough
I had big plans for a bunch of posts right around this time last week. Then I got hit hard with a virus that is going around. It started off with me being re...
Spectrum
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
strategies
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
ideas
Making the holidays manageable for kids on the spectrum
The holidays are supposed to be full of fun and relaxation – but to many kids on the spectrum (and their parents), they are just the opposite. Between the in...
Resolution
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
2016
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Shine
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Thrive
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Laugh
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Joy
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Dog
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Unplugged
Better Late Than Never
I took a bit of a break over the holiday season from posting - not only because things in my non-online life were getting crazy, but because I felt I needed ...
Bell Let's Talk
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
stigma
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
discussion
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
media
Depression, Grief, and #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let’s Talk day - a day where mental health takes centre stage on Canadian social media. I’m not normally a huge fan of corporate sponsorship, b...
Grok
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
Stranger in a Strange Land
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
Stephen King
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
On Writing
Word Wednesday: I Grok That (finally)
After a bit of a respite from Word Wednesday, I’m back at it again. I didn’t think I would miss it but I did. I am an unabashed logophile (more on that anoth...
Lent
Word Wednesday - Be Generous
Today isn’t just any Wednesday, it’s Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of Lent. I used to do the whole “giving something up for Lent” thing, but I fou...
40 Acts
Word Wednesday - Be Generous
Today isn’t just any Wednesday, it’s Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of Lent. I used to do the whole “giving something up for Lent” thing, but I fou...
generous
Word Wednesday - Be Generous
Today isn’t just any Wednesday, it’s Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of Lent. I used to do the whole “giving something up for Lent” thing, but I fou...
generosity
Word Wednesday - Be Generous
Today isn’t just any Wednesday, it’s Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of Lent. I used to do the whole “giving something up for Lent” thing, but I fou...
Bichon Frise
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Monty
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Vacation
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Getaway
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Iceland
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Florida
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Disney
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
dream trip
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
beach
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
travel planning
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Carmen Sandiego
Word Wednesday - Why I need a vacation!
It seems that practically everybody I know is either on vacation, planning for a vacation, or just back from a vacation. Currently my father is in Arizona, v...
Scouting
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Girl Guides
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
World Thinking Day 2016
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Brownies
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Guides
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Pathfinders
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Sparks
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Leader
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Junior Leader
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
GGC
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
Girl Guides of Canada
Thinking about Thinking Day (Founder’s Day)
This past Monday, February 22nd, was a special day for members of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides / Girl Scouts worldwide. February 22nd is the shared birthday of...
hate
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
Trump
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
Presidential election
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
abhor
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
detest
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
execrate
Word Wednesday - I detest that!
Last year, I wrote about the Canadian General Election and how it seemed to go on forever. What I didn’t mention at the time is that our elections seem to go...
lexical
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
dictionary
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Upwords
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
club
Word Wednesday: Circular Logic
It should come as no surprise that I subscribe to two different “word of the day” emails - I love language and jump at any chance I get to expand my vocabula...
Saks Off Fifth
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Couture
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Fashion
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Vaughan Mills
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Bass Pro
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
Frye Boots
Word Wednesday: It’s Fashionable!
I’m not the kind of girl who can spend a whole day at the mall. I don’t mind window shopping with a friend, but it’s not a solo activity I actively pursue (u...
persevere
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
persistence
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
hard
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
ethic
Word Wednesday: Nothing if Not Persistent
For those who know me off-line, it comes as no surprise that I characterize myself as persistent and mildly stubborn. It’s not that I don’t like change, it’s...
Just
Word Wednesday - Not “Just” Anything
This isn’t my usual etymological Word Wednesday post, but is a post about a word and it is Wednesday, and I created Word Wednesday and am free to switch it u...
Writer
Word Wednesday - Not “Just” Anything
This isn’t my usual etymological Word Wednesday post, but is a post about a word and it is Wednesday, and I created Word Wednesday and am free to switch it u...
Editor
Word Wednesday - Not “Just” Anything
This isn’t my usual etymological Word Wednesday post, but is a post about a word and it is Wednesday, and I created Word Wednesday and am free to switch it u...
origins
Word Wednesday - A Royal Occasion
Birthdays are always special, and milestone birthdays even more so. I’ve been fortunate enough in my life to work with a lot of senior citizens and I’ve foun...
royal
Word Wednesday - A Royal Occasion
Birthdays are always special, and milestone birthdays even more so. I’ve been fortunate enough in my life to work with a lot of senior citizens and I’ve foun...
Queen Elizabeth II
Word Wednesday - A Royal Occasion
Birthdays are always special, and milestone birthdays even more so. I’ve been fortunate enough in my life to work with a lot of senior citizens and I’ve foun...
Queen
Word Wednesday - A Royal Occasion
Birthdays are always special, and milestone birthdays even more so. I’ve been fortunate enough in my life to work with a lot of senior citizens and I’ve foun...
England
Word Wednesday - A Royal Occasion
Birthdays are always special, and milestone birthdays even more so. I’ve been fortunate enough in my life to work with a lot of senior citizens and I’ve foun...
Commonwealth
Word Wednesday - A Royal Occasion
Birthdays are always special, and milestone birthdays even more so. I’ve been fortunate enough in my life to work with a lot of senior citizens and I’ve foun...
Working from anywhere
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
mobile workstation
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
ROAM
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
BlackBerry Travel
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Battery life
How my BlackBerry Passport Equals Mobile Freedom
It’s no secret that I love my BlackBerry devices. I have a BlackBerry in my hand for a good 60% of the day. One of the things I love most about BlackBerry i...
Fire
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Fort Mac
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Fort McMurray
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Wildfire
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Red Cross
Word Wednesday - Fire
I have a love - hate relationship with fire. On one hand, I’m a Girl Guide, so I love nothing more than to sit around a campfire telling stories, singing son...
Courage
Word Wednesday - Courage - My Word
This isn’t the post I intended to write this week, or the post I imagined I would write on this word. Things change, however, and though I may be completely ...
Tragically Hip
Word Wednesday - Courage - My Word
This isn’t the post I intended to write this week, or the post I imagined I would write on this word. Things change, however, and though I may be completely ...
Gord Downie
Word Wednesday - Courage - My Word
This isn’t the post I intended to write this week, or the post I imagined I would write on this word. Things change, however, and though I may be completely ...
Zugzwang
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
chess
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
Sorry!
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
rock and hard place
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
Go
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
cribbage
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
Axis and Allies
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
Risk
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
Jenga
Word Wednesday - Rocks and Hard Places
Most of you already know that I have a slight healthy obsession with board games. I love to play them with friends and I use them to teach social skills suc...
baths
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
Blue Mountain Inn
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
Snow
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
Ridge Runner
Word Wednesday - Self Care isn’t Selfish
I’m a worrier by nature. For as long as I can remember I’ve been anxious about things such as fire, and plane crashes (though this one has pretty much disapp...
fortunate
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
waterfront
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
tranquility
Word Wednesday - Fortune’s Favour
I’ve been AWOL of late - and for that I apologize. Depression and grief took hold for a while, and then things got really busy for a while, and then I felt s...
exhaustion
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
weary
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
margaritaville
Word Wednesday: Burning The Candle at Both Ends
I suppose this won’t come as a surprise to those who know me well, but I’m at the stage of the summer where I’m just about done - both physically and mentall...
busy
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
ducks
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
inspire
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
drive
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
frenetic
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
Anticipation
Word Wednesday - Be the Duck
This is the 4th Word Wednesday post I’ve started to write this week - hence why it’s being finished on a Thursday - the others will come out when the time is...
CBC
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Rio
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Rio de Janeiro
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Brazil
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
peloton
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
cycling
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
rugby
Word Wednesday - Golden words
It’s really no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Olympics and the Paralympics. I’m a huge fan of sport in general and think that the Olympics can bring out t...
Exhibition Stadium
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
BMO Field
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Detroit Lions
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Ford Field.
Outdoor Football in Toronto - Thoughts at Midseason
I’ve been an Argos fan since I was born. I’m old enough to remember watching games at the old Exhibition Stadium on the CNE grounds, and of course the Skydom...
Pool
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Blogger
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Spa
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Awesome
Word Wednesday - Escape
Even though I work (at least partially) alongside the education system, I don’t really go “back to school”. Still, it’s a new beginning - and as the song say...
Paralympics
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Rio 2016
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Deaflympics
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Special Olympics World Games
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Athletes
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Comparison
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
1500m
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
speed
Word Wednesday - Para what?
As I wrote in an August Word Wednesday Post, I love the Olympic and Paralympic games. I love the way entire countries rise up behind their athletes and how s...
Mary Tyler Moore
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Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
personalities
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
adorable
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
cute
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
smart
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
moppet
Word Wednesday - too cute for words
I’ve got a secret. It’s something I don’t say out loud too often because when I do people react badly. Some gasp, some try to convince me that I’m crazy, and...
leaves
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
autumn
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
Cornucopia.
Word Wednesday - Autumnal thoughts
Fall has arrived and with it fall weather - which is awesome (with the exception of leaves - which aren’t so awesome when you’re highly allergic to leaf mol...
reward
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
The Trews
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
54-40
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
experience
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
guerdon
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Royal Victoria Hospital
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Radio for Cardiology
Word Wednesday: A rewarding experience
It’s been a few busy weeks and sadly, my beloved Word Wednesday posts have paid the price. Today I deliberately sought out some time because I wanted to post...
Valour
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
Valor
Word Wednesday on Thankful Thursday
I couldn’t quite make up my mind on whether or not this should be a Word Wednesday post or if I should call it Thankful Thursday so I decided to make it both...
USA
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
American Politics
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Donald Trump
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Hillary Clinton
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
President
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Faithless
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Electoral College
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Decision
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
Change
Word Wednesday - Losing Faith
It’s been a week since I woke up to the news that Donald Trump had won the US Presidential Election. I’d like to say the world is the same place in the week ...
gift
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
present
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
black friday
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
amazon
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
kitchen gadgets
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
instant pot
Word Wednesday - Present Tense
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last Friday was Black Friday and even though Canada doesn’t have the day off like many Americans (nice job getting a...
Spirit
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
ACC
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
Trans Siberian Orchestra
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
tree
Word Wednesday Not Quite Feeling It (Yet)
In case anyone hasn’t noticed, the holiday season is creeping up on us rather quickly. Here in Ontario, we’ve had our first snowfall and all of the requisite...
loss
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
helping someone who has lost a loved one
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
nice things to do
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
funeral
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
losing a parent
How Not to be an Asshole When a Friend’s Parent Dies
originally published on Yummy Mummy Club (view as published via Internet Archive)
Carrie Fisher
Word Wednesday - The Princess Who Wasn’t
I like to joke about never having seen Star Wars - as in I’ve never sat down and consciously watched more than a single Star Wars movie at a time. I have see...
Star Wars
Word Wednesday - The Princess Who Wasn’t
I like to joke about never having seen Star Wars - as in I’ve never sat down and consciously watched more than a single Star Wars movie at a time. I have see...
resolutions
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
direct selling
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
frustration
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
flourish
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
grow
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
happy
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
balance
Word Wednesday - I resolve…no wait, I don’t.
It’s not much of a secret that I think New Year’s resolutions are a bit of a fool’s game, and not only because I’m already sick of the weight loss and fitnes...
Manners
A Message for the Mean Girls at the Gym
Full confession: I’m not a gym rat by any means - I prefer to get exercise by walking or swimming, though I have rediscovered the fun of the recumbent bike w...
Gym
A Message for the Mean Girls at the Gym
Full confession: I’m not a gym rat by any means - I prefer to get exercise by walking or swimming, though I have rediscovered the fun of the recumbent bike w...
fitness
A Message for the Mean Girls at the Gym
Full confession: I’m not a gym rat by any means - I prefer to get exercise by walking or swimming, though I have rediscovered the fun of the recumbent bike w...
rude
A Message for the Mean Girls at the Gym
Full confession: I’m not a gym rat by any means - I prefer to get exercise by walking or swimming, though I have rediscovered the fun of the recumbent bike w...
girls
A Message for the Mean Girls at the Gym
Full confession: I’m not a gym rat by any means - I prefer to get exercise by walking or swimming, though I have rediscovered the fun of the recumbent bike w...
mean
A Message for the Mean Girls at the Gym
Full confession: I’m not a gym rat by any means - I prefer to get exercise by walking or swimming, though I have rediscovered the fun of the recumbent bike w...
stand up
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
beliefs
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
Nevertheless she persisted
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
resist
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
nasty woman
Can’t Stop Won’t Stop
I swear if I have one more “friend” on Facebook or Twitter follower or casual acquaintance tell me to stop being so political I’m going to lose it. I was rai...
Rama Rocks
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Let's Go Maple
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
casino
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Oriillia
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Rustica Pizza Vino
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
St. Germain's
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
The Grape and Olive
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
OMAH
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Slot machines
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Table Gaming
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Museum
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Gambling
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
responsible gaming
Indoor Fun in Ontario’s Lake Country #LetsGoMaple
Last week, I was fortunate enough to go back to one of my favourite places, Casino Rama Resort, for a few days of winter fun thanks to the wonderful ladies a...
Horseshoe Resort
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Snowshoeing
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Fat Biking
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Ride Guides
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Shaw's
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Maple Sugar Bush
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Orillia
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
Dressing for winter activities
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
cotton
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
synthetic
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
staying warm.
Outdoor Fun In Ontario’s Lake Country with #LetsGoMaple
Last week I wrote about all the indoor fun I had exploring Ontario’s Lake Country on the #LetsGoMaple retreat. Between the absolutely amazing food, the table...
fears
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
comfort zone
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Barrie
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Coldwater
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
beginner
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Resolve
Word Wednesday - On Facing my Fears
I’m an overthinker. I like to weigh out decisions carefully, and make the best possible choice and even then I often second guess myself. I’m the person you ...
Monty Python
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
logophile
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
school
Word Wednesday: I’m a Logophile and I’m Okay
First off, I’m sorry if I gave you a Monty Python earworm with the title. Actually no, I’m not sorry since the lumberjack song is one of my favourite Monty P...
Miss Fisher
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
Phryne Fisher
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
mysteries
Word Wednesday - Break Time
I’ve been neglecting the blog a little recently, partly because I haven’t had a word that I wanted to write about and a couple of the other pieces percolatin...
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
toys
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
fidget toys
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
spinners
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
fidget cubes
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
sensory stimulation
Five Fidget Toys I Recommend
Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the latest craze hitting the schoolyard - fidget spinners. I’m going to take an unpopular stand ...
Gardens
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
Gardening
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
Plants
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
Flowers
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
green thumb
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
Bleeding heart
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
hosta
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
periwinkle
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
trillium
Word Wednesday In the Garden
One benefit to living in the country is that we have a lot of space for gardens at the house. At times this can be a blessing and a curse - as looking at lar...
Canadian Football League
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
What We're Made Of
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
WWMO
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
Inclusion
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
Charlottesville
Football Friday - it’s What We’re Made Of
Two weeks ago, the town of Charlottesville Virginia was the location of a rally by members of the so called “white nationalist” movement (really a white supr...
pedantic
Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
historic
Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
historical
Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
history
Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
hurricane
Word Wednesday: Storms of Historic Proportions
It’s been awhile since I got really pedantic on here but it’s happening today. I was going to write this post last week but then decided that the issue reall...
REDBLACKS
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
What to do
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Beer
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
craft beer
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
microbrewery
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Ontario craft beer
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Perth Brewery
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Les Brasseurs du Temps
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
restaurant
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
deep fried cheese curds
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Air BnB
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
accommodation
Solo Travel #JennDoesTheCapital (Part I)
I don’t live all that far from Ottawa - about 5 hours driving, depending on the route. I’ve been to Ottawa a few times - grade 8 trip, grade 11 music trip, w...
Poutine
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Jenn does the Capital
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
United Way
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Ottawa City Hall
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Hog's Back Park
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Butter Tarts
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
National Gallery
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Byward Market
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Almonte
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Baker Bob's
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
La Patate Glacée
Travel Tuesday #JennDoesTheCapital (part II)
My last #JennDoesTheCapital post was predominantly about the beer - and though I enjoyed quite a few very nice beers over the course of my trip, they weren’t...
Sensitive Santa
Sensitive Santas Around Ontario
I’ve written before about how Christmas can be a tough time for kids on the spectrum, or kids who have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or kids with a host...
Santa
Sensitive Santas Around Ontario
I’ve written before about how Christmas can be a tough time for kids on the spectrum, or kids who have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or kids with a host...
Princess Margaret
Cancer’s Legacy
The first time I remember hearing about cancer, one of my young school friends had been diagnosed with it. Growing up with severe asthma, I spent a lot of ti...
Giving Tuesday
Cancer’s Legacy
The first time I remember hearing about cancer, one of my young school friends had been diagnosed with it. Growing up with severe asthma, I spent a lot of ti...
Doves of Hope
Cancer’s Legacy
The first time I remember hearing about cancer, one of my young school friends had been diagnosed with it. Growing up with severe asthma, I spent a lot of ti...
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Teaching Acceptance One Book at a Time
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Teaching Acceptance One Book at a Time
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Teaching Acceptance One Book at a Time
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Word Wednesday - An old word that has new life in the Internet Age
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It’s been an interesting week here. Had an amazing time out with friends Friday, went up to the cottage on Saturday, and returned Tuesday. Oh… and last Wedne...