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Take a look at this month's articles provided by Island Parent Magazine. Each month you'll find new articles with topics on parenting your children of any age. Written largely by local authors, these articles provide some great perspectives related to parenting, both on and off the island.
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The 'Dead' of Winter
The cold weather has arrived along with the need to grab an extra sweater in the morning, frost glistening on spider webs, and of course, crunchy leaves decorating the ground.
As a young child I never thought too hard about where the leaves end up after playtime was over. My family would rake them up, package them into a large bag then bring them to the compost center. But what about all of the leaves that were no...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 13 | comments: 0
Navigating the Holidays
People often ask, “How important is it to maintain some kind of routine over the holiday season?” Eating well, getting enough sleep and keeping active is always important but it becomes even more so during the holidays. Holiday parties, children’s activities and shopping make the holidays a busy time. It is easy to become tired, stressed out and run down. Maintaining a routine can help to prevent burnout and ke...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 28 | comments: 0
Just the Way We Are
My oldest son started kindergarten this year. Leading up to his first day there was some excitement and some nerves on both of our parts. He was excited to learn and worried about how he would do, being away from me for so long. I was excited for him to go and have fun, but I was worried about whether or not he would be accepted.
I think my son is great. He’s lovely, considerate, funny, and fun to be around. But...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 15 | comments: 0
Training Wheels
My kid is cautious.
Sure she’s adept at charging across the room and tackling me flat onto the couch, leaping onto my back without warning, or hanging on to my leg for a free ride, years of practice has built her confidence with this sort of recklessness.
She’s also a miniature mountain goat, climbing onto rocks, playgrounds, and my car with ease. She’s like a cat that way. I think she enjoys the perspect...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 13 | comments: 0
Leveraging Holiday Time
The holidays are here. I love this time of year. The tinsel, glitter, gingerbread latté, indulgence and family time. It’s a happy and joyful holiday with a strong general sense of community and harmony. I love watching the season unfold through my children’s eyes and being able to experience family traditions and memory making with them.
On the other hand, the holidays are also an incredibly busy time. My cal...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 21 | comments: 0
Simplyfying December
Over the past few years, December has become so full of holiday fun that it’s actually hard to find time to feel joyful. December is meant to be a time of family connection, seasonal traditions and homemade touches. Instead it has become a bucket-list of events and activities. Between all of the Christmas concerts (a total of 5 in my musically-inclined family), the parades (at least 2, though there’s more on offe...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 19 | comments: 0
Sidney Sparkles
The Tour of Lights Contest runs until December 23. Tour Downtown Sidney and vote for your favourite holiday window display. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and take in the holiday magic. Cast your vote at SidneyBIA.ca.
Horse & Carriage Tours until December 22 from noon to 4pm, Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy a traditional carriage ride for $40 through downtown Sidney. Up to 6 people per carriage, reservations are recomme...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 24 | comments: 0
Carol with the Carillon
Ring in the season with your family by gathering in front of Royal BC Musuem under the Netherlands Centennial Carillon—also known as the bell tower—on December 1 from 4:30-5:15pm for a special musical event. “Carol-Along with the Carillon,” features choirs and members of the community singing holiday classics, with live accompaniment, followed by hot chocolate and cookies.
The Netherlands Centennial Carill...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 25 | comments: 0
Holiday Happenings
Butchart Gardens presents Magic of Christmas from Dec 1-Jan 6, 2020. The Gardens sparkle with tens of thousands of coloured lights and seasonal decorations, and miles of fresh evergreen swags. Marvel at the Twelve Days of Christmas displays tucked into the landscape, and hear traditional carollers and festive brass music from 5-9pm. Whirl around the outdoor ice skating rink. Skate times run on the hour during admissi...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 28 | comments: 0
When You Can't Quit 'Elf on the Shelf'
It’s that time of the year again, when I am forced to re-evaluate my relationship with Ruby, our Elf on the Shelf. Like any relationship, Ruby and I have had our ups and downs.
I brought our first Elf home shortly after our kids started school. My daughter came home from school and told us about her friends’ Elves who were doing silly and mischievous things in their homes. It sounded like fun and like it could...
posted: Nov 29, 2019 | views: 34 | comments: 0
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