Two and a half years ago, almost to the day, my husband and I packed all our belongings into boxes, distributed all our good furniture (code for stuff not bought in Ikea) amongst unwilling…
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I heard it a lot when I was younger – usually from unsympathetic adults, as I draped myself over the couch in the middle of one of those summer breaks that seemed to last…
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It’s Empress Tea’s 5th Anniversary! That’s right ladies and gentlemen, we’ve been exhibiting and gathering creative women together from around the world for five whole years already! Happy 5th Anniversary!!!! We’ve shared our joys, our…
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I don’t write much about food, which seems odd, because it’s a huge part of my life. It’s probably because it feels weird saying “food is a huge part of my life”. Isn’t food…
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Very soon, our little family will seek out our own view of the Empire State building (and see JoAnna at the same time!). New York City! It’s the only American city this…
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If you live or have spent any significant amount of time in the United States, you are probably well-acquainted with our tradition of stealing other countries’ traditions. This usually ends one of two ways:…
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arts & music sisterhood social media & technologyFighting Through Asian Shadows (My 5 Day Photo Challenge)
A couple of weeks ago, I was summoned on Facebook to do the do the Black and White 5 Day Photo Challenge. As a person who enjoys a good creative call to arms (have you…
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home & lifestyle pregnancy & parenting relationships & love sisterhoodUnblocking Writer’s Block (or: A Glimpse Into My Day Lately)
Right. Just write. “Mommy, do you want someone to sleep with you in your bed who doesn’t kick you and loves you most of all?” – Yes, a night shift begins. Toss, turn, a…
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The other day I was sitting watching T.V. with my boys. Jon, my almost three year old who loves to draw and colour, grabbed a piece of paper and crayons and said, “Colour!” as…
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~ Mr. Tiny the Shrunken Head. After my workout he said, “Lookin’ good hot stuff!” He probably says that to everyone. Sheesh. ~ First off, HAPPY HALLOWEEN everyone! I hope you manage to scare…