I can’t remember a bedtime routine that didn’t include a quick check on the date and a promise that yes, one day it would be October 12.
Browsing Category Raising a Canadian-Chinese-French Kid
Mark, our Canadian-Chinese-French baby, was born in Ottawa on October 12, 2012. These are our adventures as parents-in-training.
Under the Weather – When Nothing Goes As Planned
The sun was shining, the sky was blue and the squirrels were squirrelling around. The birds may have been singing too but I wouldn’t have heard them because Mark was watching TV.
Riding a Trottinette Is an Acquired Skill
We bought Mark a trottinette, i.e. a kick scooter—but since none of us knew the proper terminology for it English, we adopted the French name.
Go to Camp, Make Beaver
First daycare/school/camp drop-off is my parenting trademark. I suspect if Feng was witnessing any sign of separation anxiety, he would drive home with Mark in the back seat.
This is Why The Canadian Education System Remains a Mystery
This first school year left me feeling somewhat frustrated. Back in September, I had many questions, practical and cultural, and I never got answers.
The One Thing I Didn’t Know I Would Ever Have to Explain
As the official head of the parental communication team, I was fully prepared to help Mark read the fine print of life in society.