Goodbye 2016

I loved you and hated you simultaneously. You pushed me to do things I wasn't sure that I was capable of. BUT I did it. And I came out stronger, more centered, focused. And somewhat wiser. 2017 will see me taking some people with a pinch of salt, in small doses and limited quantities. I …

2016 the year that has been…

(image sourced from google) As I picked up my proverbial pen to start blogging again, I had a renewed sense of "me". It was my calm. It was and is my outlet. It is my CANVAS. This year has at times been trying. It's been rough. It's been busy. It's been great too. We have …

This Christmas…

It's starting to look alot like CHRISTMAS in the Spirited Household. Albeit, we were 12 days late with putting up our tree...I am just happy that it is finally up. We are counting down the days to Christmas, only 11 more sleeps...For the past 7 years we have been home for Christmas. It all started …

Who wants to be a Millionaire?

If PROCRASTINATING was a job I would be a millionaire. No kidding. I am AMAZING at it! I am also AMAZING at working under pressure and to strict deadlines. Today, my brain feels bleh, yet I have so many things that I can say or talk about. I am just not finding the right words …

Here’s to the Dads!!!

Kudos to YOU if you are a "hands-on or involved" Dad. It's quite amazing to see that there are still guys out there who think their role is to implant you with their seed and VOILA they are 'Father of the year' because their job as "Dad" is done. We really don't show enough gratitude …

What to expect during a “Brain EEG”

Have you ever had a brain eeg? No, not a brain egg...but a brain EEG. An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test used to detect abnormalities related to electrical activity of the brain. This procedure tracks and records brain wave patterns. Small metal discs with thin wires (electrodes) are placed on the scalp, and then send …

Competition between siblings

I can't believe how competitive Dudie is with the resident alien, who is still in utero. He is literally competing with his brother even though his brother is still very comfortable and snug in my ever growing belly. Last week I was spoilt with a surprise baby shower for the resident alien. A lovely gesture from some …

Having kids is expensive…

Nothing can prepare you for having kids. I mean you can prepare and save and do what you need  to do but, in my opinion, you will never have everything just right to prepare you for having kids. Dudie is 7 years old and we have a resident alien in utero, who is due to arrive in …

Put your best “leg” forward with Adriansa

*sponsored* A little while ago, I received some products to review. I don't know about you but it has become more and more apparent and important for me to trust fellow human interactors to review products. I am NOT just going to splurge my hard earned cash on something just because...well ok we all have …

Currently in Spiritville

Last night Dudie received a certificate at his prize giving...drum roll..for MERITORIOUS ACHIEVEMENT IN MATHEMATICS in Grade 1. Whoa! this kid only told us that we needed to attend and that he will be getting a certificate. No clue what for. Nada. He was mute about it. He is such a modest child. We are SUPER …