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Knowing how much my parents sacrificed for my siblings and I, gives me a greater appreciation of parenting and selflessness. Outward expression of love did not come easy to my parents however, I never doubted that they loved me. They provided me with food to eat, clothing, shelter and many opportunities and experiences that shaped my life. We were neither rich nor poor.
One of the most important things to my parents was that I got a good education so that I could make something of myself. My Dad had high hopes for me and believed that I can do anything if I set my mind to it. He became a little discouraged when I became a teenager and I started to rebel. I always believed that during my high school days I was letting him down. After graduating from high school and faced with the decision of what to do with my life, I got my inspiration.
Realizing how important a good career was to my Dad, I was inspired to make him proud. I wanted him to know how much I loved him and how much I appreciated and was grateful that they provided me with a good upbringing and education. I decided to go into the Dental field and eventually became a Dental Hygienist. Although I realized much later that Dental Hygiene was not for me, my love for my parents inspired me to choose this career path and I have absolutely no regrets.
As I watched the inauguration of the 44th President of the United States, President Barack H. Obama I was in awe at his ability to inspire greatness. How incredible is it that a young black man, virtually unknown becomes the most powerful man in the world? How wonderful is it that this man has, and will inspire many people, especially those who believed that this was not possible? I was touched by his ability to reach out to all people. I believe that President Barack Obama exudes love and not only a love for his family but a love for all humanity.
As a parent today, I know that parenting is not as easy as I once thought it would be. I know that there will be challenges throughout all stages of my children’s growth. I know that down the road my children will not always make choices that I will agree with. What I do know and have learned from my parents is to instill certain values in my children, provide them with the means to a good education, encourage, support and be a good role model for them and most importantly provide them with one of the greatest foundations in life, LOVE.
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My Valentine's Day Confession
By Tera Hryciuk
With Valentine's Day just around the corner and millions of couples all over the world preparing to engage in personalized lovemaking rituals, I have to confess that this year's V-day will be no big deal.
Contrary to what many of you may be thinking, I am not single but I’m in fact married to a charming and sophisticated hottie who is usually pretty in to me. That said, being six months pregnant and chasing after two kids has taken its toll on my libido, as well as his. Girlfriends are usually amused and surprised when I confess what is not going on behind closed bedroom doors.
With my first pregnancy I felt guilt with my lack of interest and "it" became a duty that was performed as regularly as laundry or taking out the trash. When I became pregnant again, I began to make up health-related excuses to avoid what I no longer regarded as marital bliss. With this last pregnancy, perhaps a little grouchy from the crazy whirlwind of everyday life, I flat out told hubby not to even "go there". To my surprise he eagerly acquiesced, guiltily admitting to the same lack of interest.
I suppose I can find solace in the knowledge that my current state of affairs has had very little bearing on the strength and level of commitment of my marriage. In some ways it has brought us closer together, because we are now able to talk and even laugh about the not so perfect parts of our married life.
Comforted by the fact that this is a "phase", we both try to focus on the positives (such as the arrival of the new baby in May), and find other ways to enjoy each other's company. This is not very difficult for me because Peter is an amazing husband who will rush out and buy groceries, make dinner or put the kids to bed without the slightest hesitation. He is also very thoughtful, often attempting to anticipate my occasionally demanding pregnancy needs. And so this Valentine's Day, rest assured and regardless of how the rest of the world celebrates, my big day may be spent without the sparks of passionate love, but it will be lovingly spent nonetheless.
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How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Do you & your significant other have anything special planned?
Do you or your significant other buy each other any of the following?
Flowers, Roses, Chocolates or Jewelry
Share your Valentine’s Day plans with Moms of Mississauga and you can have a chance to win a ticket for the Yuk Yuks performance on February 26th, 2009. Send your stories to info@momsofmississauga.com. Draw ends February 7th, 2009. Entries may be used in Moms Valentine’s day.
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LE LECHE LEAGUE CANADA - (Mississauga Group) La Leche League Canada provides unique mother-to-mother breastfeeding support. Next meeting, Getting Breastfeeding off to a Good Start, is Saturday, February 14 at 10 a.m., 3476 Glen Erin Dr. (at The Collegeway) in the Community Police Station. Pregnant women, mothers and babies always welcome to drop in. Call 647-220-0071 to confirm or visit www.LLLC.ca. Meetings are free, no registration required.
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MOMS TIME OUT - Clarkson & Meadowvale - A chance to get out of the house and meet other moms in the area. Childcare available.
Email: Momstime@sympatico.ca |
MOCHA MOMS - Port Credit - Need a break. Moms group meets every Wednesday. Babysitting available. Email for more details h.m.r@sympatico.ca |
MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS - Be a part of this dynamic group of caring women as we help to uplift and support each other into becoming the best Moms we can be! Wednesday morning, from 9:30-11:00, at the Freedom Center in Port Credit 157 Lakeshore Rd West. Contact michelleandtyler@gmail.com. -
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ADJUSTMENTS AFTER BIRTH PROGRAM - a service offered by the Mississauga Parent Child Resource Centres and supported by Peel Health can provide you with support and services to help you find your way. Peer support group to help you through difficult times. Post partum depression affects 1 in 5 women. You’re not alone! Mississauga West (905) 567-4156 Mississauga South (905) 822-1114 |
POSTPARTUM PEER SUPPORT GROUP - OEYC Mississauga East offers a free support group for Moms. It is offered every Tuesday from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. on a drop in basis. No registration required. Childcare is available if needed. For more details please contact Sanja at (905) 276-6392. |
FOODBANKS - Are you finding it hard to make ends meet? Do you find yourself struggling to put food on your table? If so, please contact your local food banks, they are there to help you in times of need. Not only do they provide food, some also have counselors. Visit the Support section on Momsofmississauga.com for the phone list to contact your local food bank. |
DROP IN - STREETSVILLE - Ontario Early Years Centre - Adults with children from birth to 6 years of age are welcome to join us during our regular drop in hours.
Mon 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Tues 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 10:00 am & 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Thurs 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 10:00 am
For more info on our program schedule call (905) 826-5411 |
THE DAM YOUTH DROP-IN - a local charity in Meadowvale Mississauga operating since 1995 supporting at-risk youth 13 to 19yrs as well as our Affinity programs for pregnant teens and young moms and their children. We are currently running 4 programs for pregnant teens and young moms. Prenatal, Post Partum, Food For Life and Dinner Group - call 905-826-6558 or visit us online at www.thedam.org for more details. |
VITA CENTRE FOR PREGNANT AND PARENTING YOUTH Are you a young mom between the ages of 15 - 30 years looking to learn life skills. Do you want to meet young moms to share & learn with? If so, then this is the program you are looking for! Our GROWING AS PARENTS PROGRAM will provide you with the opportunity to build likfe skills and personal development. IT's FREE! Light snack provided. Free child minding is available on site.
Meetings are held@Mississauga Life Centre 110 Lakeshore Road . For more information or to register please call Rima. GAP Program Facilitator (905) 812-5477 or Email: gapm@vitamanor.org
Visit the support section of Momsofmississauga.com to download Flyer. |
PARENTING & FAMILY LITERACY CENTRES A free government program for families with young children from infant up to six years of age. The following elementary schools in Mississauga and Brampton will be open for drop in (call for more info) visit http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/parents/findACentre.html for a location.
For the Riverside Public school location call Kim 905-274-1515
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LOONIE SAYINGS!
Here is something funny my daughter said when she was 2 and 1/2 years old: On Halloween Day a little boy dressed in a fireperson costume. As he came over to my husband and I we said "Here comes a fireman" My daughter's reply was "That's not a fireman, that's a fireboy" That made us laugh because it was true but humorous.
Could you please tell me something funny that the other mothers' children said or do.. Karen
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One day I had bumped into a Mom that I had not seen in a few years. She was with her two children at the time and just getting ready to load them into the car. We started chatting about our kids and what we’ve been up to for the last couple of years. Our conversation continued on for a few minutes, which ultimately seemed like hours to her 5 year old and 3 year old as they seemed to be getting restless. Her little girl got into the front seat of the car and started honking the horn ( I guess she was trying to tell us something).
Then her little boy came to the back door of the car and says quite bluntly, “Girls talk too much”!
We both chuckled and I thought, how true and quite an early realization for this little boy. Carmen
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The Mississauga Parent Child Resource Centre operates several Ontario Early Years Centres in South & West Mississauga.
Workshops for February at the Ontario Early Years Centre at Turtle Creek Plaza in Clarkson
Monday Feb. 2 and 16th 1pm-2pm Raising Twins Chat Group
Wed Feb 4th 9:30-11 am Taking Care of Your Child's Eyes
Monday Feb. 9th 1:30-3 pm First Aid & CPR
Wed Feb 11th 9:30-11am Healthy Meals Healthy Children
Monday Feb. 23 1:30-3 pm Brain Development & Sensory Stimulation
Wed March 4th 9:30-11 am Making the Most of TV Watching
All workshop are Free and require registration (childcare provided for Wed. workshops) Call 905-822-1114 ext 26
Our web site for more program information is www.mpcrc.ca
Please Call to register for all these programs
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Visit Events Section Online for more detailed information
PARENTS NIGHT OUT DROP OFF PROGRAM
February 13th 6 pm —9pm
Alpha’s Discovery Club offers a win-win opportunity for parents and their children. Whether you need time to get a bit of shopping in, see a movie, have a quiet dinner or unwind, Parents’ Night Out is designed to help parents have a worry free night out knowing their kids are enjoying an active and fun time at Alpha’s Discovery Club.
Call now to register 905-564-2511. Space is limited. www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com
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HOW TO USE HOMEOPATHY AT HOME FOR YOUR CHILDREN’S COMMON AILMENTS
Sat Feb 21st, Feb 28th & Mar 7th 11am to 1pm
Week 1: Introduction: How to use Homeopathy? What is Homeopathic medicine? How do you give Homeopathic remedies?
Week 2: How to Treat Common Problems in Babies & Children. Learn key remedies/mixtures to treat babies and children for colic, colds, teething, injuries etc.
Week 3: Home Remedy Kit: What remedies to have on hand and ailments they treat.
HOMEOPATHY FOR PREGNANT MOMS
Wed Feb 25th, Mar 4th & Mar 11th 7pm to 9pm
Week 1: Introduction: What is Homeopathy? How do you take Homeopathic remedies?
Week 2: Homeopathy For Pregnancy & Childbirth. Learn what remedies to take for problems during pregnancy, before and during labour. Some breathing tips for a calm labour.
Week 3: Post-Partum Self-Care: Learn how to speed healing after childbirth, breast-feeding problems, how to treat post-partum depression and anxiety.
VISIT WWW.HOMEOPATHYLIFE.COM FOR MORE DETAILS
CONTACT TO REGISTER: JANEE NIEBLER AT
905-278-0778,
EMAIL: Janee@homeopathylife.com
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JOIN MOMS OF MISSISSAUGA FOR A NIGHT OF LAUGHS
When: Thursday, February 26th 2009
Show Time: 8pm
Where: Yuk Yuk's Mississauga.
5166 Dixie Rd (1 light north of Eglinton at Aimco Blvd)
How much: $15 per ticket or 2 for $25
How to purchase: Contact Elisa Wilson (905-275-9499/ elisa.wilson@gmail.com )
Elisa Wilson is a Mom who for the second year will be participating in The Weekend to End Breast Cancer. Elisa and her team The Traveling Ta-Ta's are hosting a Yuk Yuk's night to raise money for The Weekend to End Breast Cancer 2009. All proceeds will be used to help team members such as herself reach the minimum individual goal of $2,000. Please let Elisa or myself (Carmen) know when you purchase your ticket that you would like to sit with the Moms of Mississauga group so that we can keep track of the numbers of Moms. Looking forward to a fun and social night without the kids.
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Share your Valentine’s Day plans or stories and have a chance to win a ticket to the Yuk Yuk performance on Thursday February 26thm 2009. Enjoy a night out with some Moms of Mississauga. Send your stories to info@momsofmississauga.com. Draw ends February 7th, 2009. Entries may be used in Moms Valentine’s day article.
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I IMPRESSIONS offering high-quality art instruction for kids, teens and adults, taught by professional artists and art educators. Located at 12 Peter Street. For more info call (905) 464.3569 / 905.990.4935 or email info@iimpressions.ca. www.iipressions.ca
Inquire about birthday parties, camps and workshops.
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WE'RE LOOKING FORE MOMS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING TOGETHER ONCE A MONTH FOR A VISIT AT A RETIREMENT HOME WITH YOUR WEE ONES.
OUR NEXT VISIT IS ON FEBRUARY 2ND AT 10:30AM
Meet other mothers in a comfortable facility where you can do Arts & Crafts, Cooking, Snacks, Games and Songs with your children. Bring some additonal joy into the lives of our older generation, some of who don't have any grandchildren of their own or don't have the opportunity to see their grandchildren that often.
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of our seniors, email info@momsofmississauga.com.
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MomenTotes
Carry your Photo Memories with you 
CUSTOM PHOTO BAGS & TOTES
www.momentotes.com
(905) 271-8416 |
1965 Britannia Road
West, Suite 210
Mississauga, ON
L5M 4Y4
(905) 542-8885 |
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