unsolicited opinions on random things
Clara and I are big fans of eating lunch in the park, next to her beloved playground. We were having a picnic playdate with friends last week, and I had picnic blanket envy. My pal had a JJ Cole blanket with a water resistant backing, and the whole thing folded into a tote. So cool. … Continue reading “Waterproof, Tote-able Picnic Blanket”
We enjoy reading to Clara, and are always looking for new books. I love this roundup of 20 Classic Books for Kids from Canadian Parents’ website. There are a few from my own childhood that I completely forgot about (Blueberries for Sal, The Poky Little Puppy), and there are a few that I’ve never heard … Continue reading “Classic Kids’ Books”
Last week, I was reading a roundup of “10 Practical Items from IDS 2012” over at Toronto Life. (IDS = Interior Design Show) I really like this walnut Murphy Bed from Space Solutions. It’s not super ugly! Right now we have our guest room set up in the basement, with a big bed taking up … Continue reading “A Not-Super-Ugly Murphy Bed”
Since Clara was born, it takes me forever to read a novel. But I’m glad I stuck it out and made it through A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2011, and I really really really liked it. Read more about the book here on … Continue reading “Good Read: A Visit From the Good Squad”
Mark your calendars… Leslieville Wanderlust is next Thursday, January November 24. Local businesses stay open late (6-10pm), and offer treats and special deals.35 businesses are participating this year. You can follow the Wanderlust Gnome on Twitter for the latest info (and prizes!) or check out the Leslieville Wanderlust Facebook page. We’ll be out for sure … Continue reading “Leslieville Wanderlust”
Usually the only time you’ll find me in the kitchen is when I need to refill my glass of wine – Ian does all the cooking in our house. But every once and a while I can bake something. Yesterday I had a big time chocolate craving, and Clara was in the middle of a … Continue reading “Ad Hoc Chocolate Chip Cookies”