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As I chase my toddler around the backyard on these Spring afternoons, I breathe deeply the fresh newness of this season. I watch as my little guy gets out of breath from running, takes a quick five-second rest and recovers enough to continue playtime. I take a minute to be thankful for his gift of [...]
Editor’s Note: With the Comox Valley nearly on the eve of the municipal election, we received a timely letter (now posted in our Letters section) about school trustee races from Valley parent and educator Brent Reid offering his perspective on critical races that are in voters hands.
Brent’s is one opinion on a very heated [...]
A week ago, my little guy and I were walking by Thrifty’s and I was showing him how the leaves on the two big trees out front where changing from green to yellow, and how when we walked over the leaves on the sidewalk, they made this beautiful crispy, crackling noise.
Yesterday, as we walked [...]
Ahhh, September! The time of the year for new beginnings and fresh starts.
As our children head back to the classrooms, meet new friends, and adjust to new teachers, we expect this transition to go smoothly and quietly. Frustration can soon set in when Johnny can’t seem to get out the door in the mornings [...]
As we head into the middle of June with high expectations of warm summer days filled with fun adventures, I can’t help but feel a little hesitant.
While I’m excited for outdoor exploring time with my toddler, I’m also anticipating a few more bumps, cuts and tears as I watch him run faster than his little [...]
When deciding on this month’s topic, I was noticing the amazing contributions of many of our valley’s Momprenuers (including you, Robin!!) and wondering if they have a secret reservoir of energy hidden in their basement, and how do I get my hands on it!
In my practice, about 75% of the moms I see will include [...]
Pollens Be Gone!!
Spring is sprung, the grass is green…the grass, the weeds, the trees…gazoontite!!
While we all look forward to warm sunny weather and longer days, the ‘blooming’ flowers and plants of spring can cause havoc for many kids and parents alike. How can we, as parents, encourage our little people to get some fresh [...]