30 Bunches Of Celery In A Box

30 bunches of celery -- that's how much celery I cut up today to feed almost 750 students for part of tomorrow's Healthy Snack!

Thank goodness I like celery because after washing my hands a few times now, they still smell like celery.

Wedding Dress Princess Costume

Halloween 2008

Last year, my son asked what I was going to be for Halloween. I'm not one to dress-up but I'll do anything for my kids so I asked what he thought I should be.

"A princess," he replied.

So there I was, the day before Halloween, thinking how am I going to come up with a princess costume with so little time -- when I got an idea.

I ran upstairs to my closet pulled out my wedding dress that had been wrapped in plastic for years and tried it on. OK, it didn't fit as well as it did on my wedding day (it has been over 8 years). It was a bit loose around the top and a bit tight around the waist but, hey, it could work. I found a tiara I had from my stagette and pulled out one of my sparkly necklaces.

It worked out perfectly!

There were a few little girls that came to the door who were absolutely stunned. Their moms said they thought I was the real deal. They were just too cute!

If you never thought you would ever wear your wedding dress again, here's your chance! I had a blast wearing it that night and I'll definitely be wearing it again this Halloween!

We will end MS

Every so often I'll see an awareness message on TV about Multiple Sclerosis -- the one of the mom sitting in bed while the daughter brushes her mom's hair comes to mind. The other day I saw one for endMS.ca. One of the features on the site is a scrapbook (here) of videos, photos and stories filled with inspiration and determination -- some positive words to warm the heart!

Pink Jacket

I was never a bright colour person when it came to my wardrobe. I always played it safe -- gray, brown, navy, jeans. Slowly, I've been coming out of my shell. During my trip to Brooklyn to visit Sheba, she took me on a wonderful shopping adventure through the streets of New York. I can't remember the last time I had so much fun shopping! To add to the excitement, I saw this fuchsia jacket. I decided it was time to be daring and add some much needed colour to my closet. I'm so glad that I did! Now that the weather is cooler, I've brought out my little gem to add too the fall colours that seem to be in full swing everywhere this week.

Jacket: Forever 21
Striped Top: Forever 21
Pink Tank Top: H&M
Jeans: Le Garage



And that's not all. The inside is dotted with cute little flowers -- that little added something that made me love this jacket even more.

I am...

getting frustrated that all the wonderful things I see on blogs lately are only available in the US. Gah! We need a Target, damn it!

A beautiful Fall evening

Have I mentioned how much I love where we live? Of course I have (here, here, here, here and here and I'm sure a few other posts have me beaming with glee about our neighbourhood) but I must tell you again -- I LOVE IT HERE! Close to the lake and not too far from the city.

One of my favourite spots in our neighbourhood is along the Waterfront Trail that runs along Lake Ontario. There is the path to follow along, benches scattered along the way to sit and pause at the spectacular view of the lake and big trees surrounding you. It's breathtaking!

I was driving by today and just happened to have my camera with me to capture a beautiful fall evening.

If you click on this picture to make it bigger, in the distance you can see
the CN Tower in downtown Toronto

Keep on going!

One of my worries -- if I stop, I might not start again.

I take a break when I need to and do as much as I can, when I can.

Always look forward and keep on going!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Multiple Sclerosis: Together, we can beat this!

The day I lost who I was, was the day I found who I am.

Multiple Sclerosis has brought out strength in me that was hiding and determination I never knew I had.

It could be your mother, father, sister, brother, grandparent, aunt, uncle, cousin, friend, friend of a friend, teacher, caregiver, driver, delivery person, the person sitting next to you on the bus -- even if you aren't currently aware, someone you know has Multiple Sclerosis.

Yesterday's curse is today's blessing. For me, having MS has brought out the fighter in me. It has taught me to not let things get in my way, to stay strong and not look back. I'm not sure who said it first but as the saying goes I may have MS but MS doesn't have me.

If I can keep going, so can you!

Together, we can beat this. Together, we can change the face of Multiple Sclerosis and be the voice it needs. Together, we can make it happen!

Rockin' Out

I feel like I've been running around in a million directions lately. School is in full swing, the kids activities have started, they seem to have outgrow all of their clothes so I've been clothes shopping like crazy, Christmas is coming -- way too much to think about and not enough energy to get it done in a timely manner. I know it will get done, it's just a bit overwhelming especially when I start writing out my To Do lists. Atleast the lists help keep my mind organized.

Steve's parents came over on Sunday. The kids decided to put on a Michael Jackson concert -- a much needed treat to push all the chaos aside for a moment.

Fave Rave: Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte and Scone

A friend and I went to Starbucks the other night for some good ol' girl chat. Instead of getting my usual Vanilla Caramel Latte, I decided to be adventurous and try the Pumpkin Spice Latte. I'm glad I did. It was super yummy! My other favourite at Starbucks lately has been their Pumpkin Scones. They are simply delicious! Fantabulous Fall treats to ring in the new season!