Our Family vs. The Screens

Our Family vs. The Screens

What to watch when family time means TV time In the best of times, navigating, or I should say, negotiating screen time is one of our biggest challenges. Even during what one could say is the worst of times, when screens have taken over our homes with Zoom calls and...
PHYSICALLY DISTANT WITH KIDS IN TOW: PART II

PHYSICALLY DISTANT WITH KIDS IN TOW: PART II

So it’s been 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks of this new normal? I’m not counting. That’s just one of the ways I’m coping these days. School’s back in, or still out, depending on how much effort you and your kids are putting into the new online learning. As rules continue to evolve...
E.T. in T.O.

E.T. in T.O.

One of my most vivid movie memories from my childhood is E.T. — Sweet Elliott. That strange but adorable alien and his freaky voice. The Reese’s Pieces. And Drew Barrymore when she was cute and innocent. So I couldn’t be more excited about revisiting the classic...
March Break in Toronto – 9 Days 9 Ways

March Break in Toronto – 9 Days 9 Ways

It’s March Break ALREADY. Are YOU ready? Whether you’ve got the week wide open or just need to fill a few holes, have no fear. Toronto is loaded with activities to keep families busy and entertained. And believe it or not, some of them won’t cost you a...