On the Friday before the Long weekend, I noticed a lot of workers in our neighbourhood park. At first, I thought they were just doing repairs but it soon became clear that they were taking everything down. I believe it’s for an upgrade to the park, but apart from an announcement for consultations from 2017 …
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POD: Summer / Hockey Camp begins
Today Violet headed off to Hockey Opportunity camp for a week of Hockey skills and outdoor fun. She was so excited, not even the 6:15 am wake-up on a couple of the days dampened her excitement.
POD: An evil dinner with Nan
Today after school Jacob and his Nan went on a bit of an adventure, it included an evil dinner out.
POD: And then there was Tenis
Last summer while away at camp Violet discovered tennis, and she really enjoyed it. Ever since we’ve tried to find a way for her to continue playing it, but with our busy schedule, it’s been hard. This last parks and rec session we found a 1 on 1 tennis lesson that mostly worked with our schedule. We …
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POD: Lacrosse warmup
Today was lacrosse day and Mimico was on fire, the team won both their games. 11-3 and 11-0. After scoring in her ball hockey game last night Violet kept the goals coming with 7 goals in the 2 games today. I don’t know where she gets the energy from.
POD: Birthday Ride down White Water Canyon
Today we celebrated Jacob’s birthday with a trip to Canada’s Wonderland. I can’t believe my little boy is 12 years old. It was a great day spent mostly at Splashworks, enjoying the Waterslides, wave pool and Lazy river. We did find time for a trip down the White Water Canyon too.
POD: Jacob in a Tree
Today was Ball Hockey practice, and while Violet practised Jacob climbed trees.
POD: Practicing taking the Shot
At times it seems that all of our free time is taken up running from one kid’s activity to another. Seeing the joy in our kids as they take part in their different activities makes all the effort worth it. So today I have another Lacrosse picture.
POD: Battling in Practice
Monday night is Lacrosse practice, and I captured these picture of Violet battling her teammate for the ball during one of the drills. I just love how hard she tries at everything.
POD: Celebrating with Friends and Video Games
Today we celebrated Jacob turning twelve with friends, family and of course Video Games. It’s so hard to believe that my boy will be twelve in a week. Where does the time go…