Recent Blog Posts by Nancy Humphreys

Snow in April

Here I am sitting in my office Tuesday morning watching it snow.  Well, that's how it goes some years in Simcoe County. It won't last long that's for sure. Last night I had dinner in Toronto at a new restaurant, Bestellen located at 972 College Street, near Ossington. Try it out if you're in Toronto and looking for a new experience. The steak tartar was fabulous. I had steak tenderloin that melted ...

Kite Day at the Park

The other evening I was practicing letters and sounds with my grandson and when we got to the letter "K" for kite, he said "I want a kite". Yesterday I had a few minutes before my next appointment so I stopped at a local shop and found a kite. When I gave it to him he was so excited, immediately he was asking Dad to go fly. Off they went to the park, my Son-in-law took a video on his phone of Aadyn ...

10 Days to go!

Are you ready? Ready or not Christmas Day is not far away. Children are getting excited and for me it's all about my grand children, all 4 of them. Our family has expanded with the blessing of another beautiful baby. Christmas brings noise & laughter from the little ones, I for one love the sound of the children, watching them get so excited when the tree goes up. I wonder what they are really ...

Feeling the time crunch

Is it just me or is anyone else feeling like time is moving too fast?  Perhaps I need to manage my time a little better. Lol, oh well,   It is that time of year when we have many social events to attend, some people are planning trips, hopefully using their Air Miles, the extra time we all need for shopping but most importantly I hope everyone plans some extra time with family and friends. ...

Fall and soon to be winter

What a wonderful Fall we have been having. Warm days perfect for outdoor activities. The reality is that the  winter season will soon be upon us. Just last week I was at a local ski swap to purchase skiis and boots for my grandson. This will be his first year on skiis. I am looking forward to seeing him experience his first day on the slopes. Make sure you're ready for winter. Planning a winter ...

Lazy days of summer

Oh my goodness, we are still enjoying great summer weather. I hope everyone is taking advantage of this great summer, the other season will soon be here. Have you been to Wonderland or maybe Santa's Village, I love to know how different families spend their summer vacations. As we approach September the market is really picking up. All financial forecasts still say we are in good shape as Canadians. ...

Back to reality

What a spring I've had. My first born daughter was married on May 14th, yes that was the wettest Saturday we've seen in a long time, oh....and then we all had the flu. All in all it was a lovely wedding. We then travelled as a family to Cayo Coco, Cuba and had a fabulous time. Now that I have lost a month it's back to business, looking forward to all that this season brings, let's collect those air ...

That's enough cold for one year!

I have had enough of the cold. Today I bitter. Bring on zero degrees with lots of sunshine. If I dare to say.....Spring can spring anytime now. I am a warm weather gal.

Computer knowledge

Oh my goodness I'm in a computer class learning so many new things. Feeling very behind today. Lots to catch up

Happy New Year

Hope everyone enjoyed the holidays. Here we are ready to welcome a New Year. i look forward to having my cast removed and regaining the use of my right arm. See you in 2011

Winter has arrived

It's here. 2 weeks ago I was enjoying the glorious sunshine in Punta Cana. I miss the warm sunshine. Living in Canada makes the south so enjoyable.

Wedding time

Will wonders never cease. My youngest son (27) became engaged to a wonderful girl last week. I am so excited for them. We had dinner together last night and went over some ideas. I am trilled to have some input and listen to what is important to them. I know what we'll be talking about for the next year. Lots of family fun.

Labor Day 2010

Well friends, we have had a fantastic summer. It looks like the hot hazy days of summer are gone for another year. Travel safe today.

Fabulous saturday in August

Wow....mother nature is sure sending us a summer to remember. I hope everyone finds time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. Truly a summer to cherish

A new baby in our family

On August 8th, 2010 our family was blessed with a new baby girl. Addyson weighed 8 lbs. Her big brother Aadyn is loving his little sister. I am a very proud Grandmother & Bruce my Father is a very proud Great-Grandfather. We are blessed.

heat wave

Hello all, hope everyone is finding a way to stay cool. Sitting in the shade with your feet in  a cool foot bath might help for those who don't have air conditioning. Let's embrace this fantastic summer weather, it won't last too long. lots of water my friends.

Canada Day

Are you ready for Canda Day. I'm planning time at the cottage with my family. Weather forecast looks good, hopefully a little R & R. Enjoy your Canada Day my friends.

University visit with my daughter

My goodness this week has flown by. My youngest daughter is graduating from High school this June and off to University of Toronto. How proud I am. This Saturday I will tour her campus with her and look at some apartments in the area. She plans to share an apartment with her best friend while they both attend different schools in Toronto. It's an exciting time for them. I always thought I would be ...

Girls weekend

It's Friday and I've been to the gym early this morning. Feeling great and ready for what happens this weekend. I am part of a group "The Dollies" and we plan several get-a-ways thru-out the year. This weekend we are travelling to Toronto to shop & see the show at Stage West. Girl time is always a blast. It's great to have such fantastic friends.

happy easter

Easter weekend and it looks like we will see some sunshine. My daughter & family are moving into their new house and out of mine. I'll miss them but I won't miss all their stuff. Now it's my turn to drop bye their house, make a mess and leave. haha

Grandson and bowling

Another week of pure joy with my grandson, what a blessing to see him every day and watch the changes. i just signed up for Bowl for Kids Sake happening on Mar 26, 2009 always a fun event.  just click HERE to make your donations to Easter Seals.