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Deb Balino
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https://sassandsmalls.com/Deb Balino is a Victoria-based writer and mom of two, navigating life in the sandwich generation. She’s the Podcast Host of Sass & Small Talk on TELUS StoryHive, exploring the mental load of parenthood, sharing stories from the trenches of raising a neurodivergent family, while balancing advocacy, entrepreneurship, and caregiving.
Letting Go: One Camp at a Time
For a long time, I didn't understand the hype around summer camps.Why anyone would voluntarily wake up two hours before their set alarm, drag...
Let Them Lead: A New Way of Learning for Our Curious Kids
Paper airplanes. Hundreds of them. In every room, every bag, every car cup holder.If there is a surface in our home that isn't already...
Let Them Be Bored: The Gift of Wonder & Imagination
Back in my day, there was no streaming library of shows, no pocket-sized screens with endless dopamine hits, no immediate gratification at the press...
Mental Wellness Before Math: Choosing Collaboration Over Curriculum
Homeschool was not part of the plan. In fact, I loved my daughter's school—its vibrant staff, inclusive values and strong community gave me comfort,...
Choosing Adventure Amid Crisis
For as long as I can remember, I've believed in the transformative power of travel. In my younger, itinerary-free days of backpacking and wander-lusting,...
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