Author: nsm
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The power of validation
How being a mother taught me to become more empathetic and understanding Today marks the second year anniversary of the pandemic. As we reflect on the last two years, we have learned a lot, not just about the virus, but ourselves. Sadly though, the pandemic has brought a lot out a lot of negativity in […]
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Enough is enough: let’s give our children their lives back
One mother’s thoughts on COVID-19 policies and children My oldest son Tomislav was born nearly 12 weeks premature. It was a scary yet happy time; my husband was in the midst of his residency and we were so excited to become parents. We learned a lot about parenthood during those precious 65 days in the […]
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Book review: The Chanel Sisters by Judithe Little
On the morning of my engagement, I walked down Yonge Street from my husband’s condo in downtown Toronto to the Eaton Centre to kill some time before we announced the big news to our parents. The first place I walked into was the Chanel makeup counter at the Hudson’s Bay on Queen Street. As that […]
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Wanderlust, discovery and a sense of identity: my thoughts on travelling to Croatia during the pandemic
Hans Christian Anderson once said that “to travel is to live.” I’ve been very fortunate to travel to many different places around the world since early childhood. The anticipation prior to boarding a flight is something that never gets old for me. But there is something special to be said when I go to Croatia […]
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Netflix Documentary Review: Audrey
The inspiration behind my engagement shoot was the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Audrey Hepburn’s classic style is not only of elegance, but transcends all generations. I remember excitedly planning for this shoot with Ahmad and Farah Taam of Signature Design and Photography. She was the muse of our shoot: I wore a modern twist of […]
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Reflections On International Women’s Day: MOTHERHOOD, WORK-LIFE BALANCE IN A PANDEMIC WORLD
“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made.….It shouldn’t be that women are the exception.”-Ruth Bader Ginsburg Never in my wildest dreams did I think that I would become a full-time employee and homeschool teacher at the same time. I am not going to deny it, but this was probably one of the […]
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Book review: the alice network by kate quinn
War. Espionage. Feminism. Need I say more? The Alice Network by Kate Quinn is a historical fictional novel, losely based on the pursuits of Louise de Bettignies, a female spy in World War I. The novel intertwines the courageous story of two women, Eve and Charlie, who essentially live parallel lives to one another. Their […]
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Why the kids need a village: thoughts on reopening schools in ontario
Schools throughout Southwestern Ontario have remained closed since the Christmas break. The original plan was for students to return to in-person instruction on January 11, 2021. However, statistics from the Ministry of Health released just days before the return to school indicated a spike in cases as a result of “holiday gatherings,” (which in my […]
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Book review: The Grace Kelly Dress by Brenda Janowitz
As a young bride-to-be back in 2012, the inspiration behind my dress was the lace detailing from Princess Grace of Monaco’s wedding dress. I remember being captivated by the idea of having a lace wedding dress as it reflects my personal style of classical elegance. Next to Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly’s style is one of […]
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It’s okay to cry: why it’s okay if you have to sometimes
One mother’s perspective on the challenges of raising spirited children and debriefing after a challenging situation Parenthood is full of ebbs and flows, and on this particular night, I was done. I walked away to a dark corner and needed that space to be alone. When I went down to the floor, so too did […]
Stilettos and Espressos 