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Keeping The Kids Occupied While Quarantined
First things first, be sure to stock up on coffee or tea and some chocolate and wine for your sanity. I need both to get through some days. So that's the first thing.
By Corey Abreau6 years ago in Families
The Son of A Father of A Son
The son of A father of a son. I'm not sure if this story is on marriage, depression, misoginism, victimism, or what but these things all have affected my life to the heaviest of measures.
By Orite Levy6 years ago in Families
Mama
As we know all to well, there are days where no amount of positive thoughts would get you through. These are the days where my mum would sit me down and tell me about her journey to where she is now. I would listen with great interest even forgetting we left the kettle on.
By Emrae6 years ago in Families
To The Baby Who Was
It is the day of the gender reveal and I am so excited to hear the news I've been eagerly anticipating from the moment Your Brother told me you were inside Your Mother's belly.
By Natalie Naidoo6 years ago in Families
Strollers Should be Banned on Public Transportation During Peak Hours
One of my pet peeves is strollers on public transportation. If it were up to me, I would ban them. While I understand that parents and their children need to get around, during peak hours strollers should not be allowed on a train, bus or streetcar.
By Conny Manero6 years ago in Families
3 Simple Activities For Kids
Toys are flying, craft supplies are dwindling, and no matter how many snacks you throw at them they are still hungry! Geekology admins are wonderful, but they can be hard work to keep entertained when the only option is the house or your garden. Here we offer you three simple crafts you can do at home with minimal supplies – they worked on our admin team, so we hope they’ll work for your kids too!
By The One True Geekology6 years ago in Families
What is the process of Divorce in Ontario?
It’s absolutely normal to feel overwhelmed when considering a divorce. There are lots of things to deal with; you need to work with real estate agents, lawyers and perhaps insurance brokers, among others. However, this should not make you stressed on what to do. Divorce laws in Ontario are very clear, and they should be followed. Even better, some law firms have affordable divorce options that can make your divorce process less stressful. There are no hidden fees, and the instructions are easy to follow. Before starting a divorce case, the best decision you can make is to hire an experienced divorce lawyer. The lawyer will explain what the law requires in respect to your case and how your rights can be protected. If you’re contemplating divorce in Ontario, you must know some basics.
By Krik Lester6 years ago in Families
A Crazy Life
Hey, you know when you are growing up in life, you think, "I will be okay." I have been raised by a wonderful family, I can accomplish whatever I want. Wow, do you ever have to step back and take a better look at where you have been? Where you are? Where you are going? You wind up being confused, scared, with a lot of doubts, amazed at how easy you "thought" it would be. When you get out of high school you think you have planned it all out. Oh yes, going to get a great job, a cool apartment. Hang out with friends and family. But, then you have rent, utilities, a vehicle, insurance, food, laundry, ugh. Where on earth did all this come from? Oh yes, lol, life.
By Ruth Harpham6 years ago in Families
Rebuild.
I don't remember very much from my childhood (the reason behind that is still undetermind) but I do remember their separation. I remember the divorce; the screaming matches, slammed doors, tears.
By Emily Cannon6 years ago in Families
My Grandma Mary Made Me
My story of who I looked up to all my life was my GRANDmother Mary Whitley she was a wife and mother of two one boy and one girl .
By Kennetha Patterson6 years ago in Families
The Moment I Realized My Parents Were Only Human
I was seven years old when my parents started losing track of their time. Or I should say, losing track of their time with me. Work was the priority.
By Samantha Sabio6 years ago in Families
Mama
Mama Women who inspire As we know all to well, there are days where no amount of positive thoughts would get you through. These are the days where my mum would sit me down and tell me about her journey to where she is now. I would listen with great interest even forgetting we left the kettle on.
By Emrae6 years ago in Families