Happy Valentine’s Day to you all!

Bryce was busy as a bee last night writing his name all by himself on all of his Valentine’s Day cards to his class mates and teachers. On a side note, I think it’s safe to say he’s mastered the ability to write his own name.

I’m not sure if he really knows why I asked him to spell his name over a dozen times, but I will always do the whole Valentine’s Day card-giving-thing because to me, it promotes giving, caring, and showing appreciation.

Valentine’s Day may be a Hallmark day to most or that one special day of the year for some, but to me it’s a way to teach and show love. That’s what it’s all about!

Happy Valentine’s Day, my little monkey! Mommy and daddy love our Valentine’s Day card from you! We love you so much!

Thanks for reading,
Tanaya

Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day! Time to spam your friends by:

• Text message sent (by a Bell or Bell Alliant customer)
• Long distance call made (by a Bell or Bell Alliant customer)
• Tweet using #BellLetsTalk (@Bell_LetsTalk)
• Facebook share this Bell Let’s Talk Image

We will be showing our support using all the methods and encourage you to join us!

Let’s end the stigma associated with mental illness. We’re listening. Let’s talk!

Thanks for reading,
Tanaya, Daniel, and Bryce

For more information, or tips on how you can spread the word, visit letstalk.bell.ca

On February 12, 2013, let’s talk.

• 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a form of mental illness at some point in their lives.
• 2 in 3 people suffer in silence fearing judgment and rejection.
• Only 49% of Canadians said they would socialize with a friend who has a serious mental illness.
• 27% of Canadians are fearful of being around people who suffer from serious mental illness.
• Mood and anxiety disorders impact an estimated 22% of the Canadian population.
• At any given time, almost 3 million Canadians have serious depression.
• Once depression is recognized, help can make a difference for 80% of people who are affected, allowing them to get back to their regular activities.

Help spread the word to help end the stigma associated with mental illness.

On Bell Let’s Talk Day, Bell will donate 5¢ more to mental health initiatives across Canada for every:

• Text message sent (by a Bell or Bell Alliant customer)
• Long distance call made (by a Bell or Bell Alliant customer)
• Tweet using #BellLetsTalk (@Bell_LetsTalk)
• Facebook share their Bell Let’s Talk Image

We will be showing our support using all the methods and encourage you to join us February 12, 2013! Let’s talk!

Thanks for reading,
Tanaya, Daniel, and Bryce

For more information, or tips on how you can spread the word, visit letstalk.bell.ca

We were one of those parents who wanted Bryce to grow up with a friend, a companion, a pet. The obvious choice for us was a cat.

Meet Pepper!

We’ve had her for almost 3 years now I think. She was a Christmas present for Bryce from Daniel and I. Actually, her and her brother, Salt, were presents (they both were just too cute, we couldn’t pick just one). Sadly, Salt is no longer with us as he ran away after a year and we are sure the wildlife got to him, but Pepper is still here and despite how much she keeps to herself, she really is loyal to Bryce.

Bryce is still learning how to be gentle with her, but she’s a very patient cat and has grown up with Bryce just the same and seems to know how to act around him. She never claws or bites him. You will almost always find her in our bedroom either curled up on the covers or hiding under the bed, but when it’s Bryce’s bedtime, she’s usually at the foot of his bed, in my opinion, watching over him.

Pets can teach a child responsibility, compassion, patience, and companionship.

Pets do not judge.

Thanks for reading,
Tanaya