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The Croods – Family Movie Review
Dreamworks is promising laughter of prehistoric proportions with it’s latest animation, The Croods, which lands in theatres Friday, March 22, 2013. I was lucky enough to MC the exclusive Majic 100...
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Celebrating Ottawa’s Home Grown Talent
We are very excited for Ottawa singer/songwriter extraordinaire, Tara Holloway who had her song, The Bottom, featured on TV’s Dallas on March 11, 2013. Monday, March 25th, Tara’s song East Side...
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Your thoughts on Child-Centric Parenting?
Most Fridays you can catch me giving my opinions on various issues on CTV Ottawa Morning Live’s Top Talkers. The subject of our latest discussion is something I’ve been teased over and even criticized...
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What Would You Do
What would you do if you heard an adult tell a 4 year old child that they would always be ugly and that no one would ever love them? What would you do if you saw an older kid push a grade one student...
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What CHEO Means To Us
It’s CHEO Telethon weekend on CTV. A parent wants healthy and happy children and until March of 2002 I felt confident in my success. We had experienced CHEO’s ER department for what now seems like...
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Teaching Your Children To Stand Up For Themselves
One of my biggest challenges as a single Mother since 2002 has been teaching my two daughters to be strong, confident and proud of themselves. I feel I have been encouraging, supportive, and positive...
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Ottawa’s I Am Possible Mother Daughter Conference ~ Nov 3, 2013
When I first became a single Mother in 2002, I was terrified. Growing up, I was surrounded with messages of how incapable I was of supporting myself and a family. At least, that is how my growing mind...
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Softlips Organic Lip Balm Review
I am a newby when it comes to writing product reviews but when I think of conversations with my girlfriends about stuff I love, they almost need to tazer me quiet. Almost. Insert dorky animated grin....
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Teenage Girls and Make Up – Is It A Moral Crime?
Recently I’ve been feeling the need to defend my decision to support my 14 year old daughter in her desire to wear make – up. Several Moms I know have voiced their disapproval and have made statements...
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Bell Let’s Talk Day – Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Do you know someone who lives with mental health challenges? Would you like to help but you’re not sure how? Join us and help us make a difference. Help end the stigma. Tuesday, January 28, 2014 is...
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International Women’s Day Celebration and Fundraiser in Ottawa
As another International Women’s Day passes, I am feeling very blessed to know so many talented and beautiful women who inspire others to live with courage and truth. I was honoured to share my...
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Chocolate Affair Gala
Who LOVES chocolate? Who loves FUN? Who loves giving back to the community? You can love all three at the same time on Wednesday, May 28th at the Ottawa Convention Centre. It’s the 7th annual...
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FREE Summer Family FUN! ~ Movies on the Beach
How awesome is it to find an event that will help create fun family bonding and lasting memories? Even Better? It’s FREE! One of my favourite summer family events is back with a new name. Movies On...
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What Does Conflict Over School Dress Codes Teach?
What is one of the most debated school related topics under the microscope right now? Grabbing major headlines across North America and overloading the parental plate? The dreaded school dress code....
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Tysen’s Mission To A Million
You know those moments in life that make you go “WoW”? The ones really worth remembering? I had a big one while working at Ottawa Comic Con on Mother’s Day. And it wasn’t while interviewing a star in...
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Spooktacular Halloween Bowlathon For CHEO Cardiac Kids!
Are you looking for a fun family fundraiser? It’s never too early or too late to teach your kids about the value in giving back and how to have fun while helping others. Since 2002, The Cardiology...
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