Lil’ Biker Dude

I grew up around motorcycles. My mother rode, my father rode and as we got older both myself and my sister rode. I have fond memories of going for rides on the back of my Dad’s bike (at the time a little Yamaha 350), the wind blowing across my face, enjoying the open air. It was a thrill and I loved it!

I know many people don’t care for motorcycles as they feel they are unsafe and that the drivers can be careless, but I really feel it depends on who the drivers are and how they respect the bike. Being around them since I was 3 provided a deep respect for a motorcycle and what it can do, as well as an ability to ride. As a result they don’t scare me, it didn’t concern me when my spouse wanted to buy one or my kids interest in motorcycles. We all took the safety courses and have been taught how to properly manage a bike. And I know that as a driver I have to be that much more attentive to who or what is going on around me, because sometimes (not all the time) it is the drivers in the cars that are being unsafe by following the bike too close or trying to pass and then cutting the motorcyclist off. Either way I think we all have a responsibility.

Gear on the bike is just as important for safety, a good helmet, gloves, leather jacket (and this is for protection not just to look cool) and boots are some of the items that not only will keep the rider safe but more comfortable and protected from the elements. These items being in our house found our little 5 year old one day dressing up for the bike. I love how he is giving the ‘mean dude’ look in his oversized everything! Now Matthew did not get his first ride on the bike until he was 6 or 7, while I have been riding since 3 (and my Dad says I am a natural on the bike as a passenger, it’s like I’m not even there); but he loves it and last year got his own helmet and jacket to enjoy the rides with Dad or Gran and Grandpa for that matter (who now own a Yamaha Virago and Harley Davidson respectfully – just a small step up from the little 350:)

 

The Ultimate Blog Party

Welcome! I am very excited to be joining the Ultimate Blog Party 2013 for the first time this year! I think this is a great opportunity to get out there and connect with other bloggers while sharing the things that you love, including your own blog! Thank you to Janice and Susan of 5 Minutes for Mom for hosting this fabulous event.

Ultimate Blog Party 2013

If you are new to Momma on the Move I’d like to thank you for stopping by and for those of you who are returning welcome back. It is a pleasure to have you all here.

My name is Carmen and I have 3 beautiful children, 3 year old boy/ girl twins and an older son. I grew up on the East Coast and have a deep love for the ocean. I love the outdoors, to travel, explore new places and to get out there and enjoy and embrace life!

Luke and Chloe

Things are very busy at our house with the kids daily activities and the dietary choices we have made. We have gone sugar and dairy free at our house due to allergies and intolerances and though I have found the no dairy to be easy, going sugar free was honestly, a nightmare! Sugar is in everything! But it can be done and now I am very comfortable with making the right natural substitutions and believe that our overall health is better for it.

Matthew

I started blogging because I love to write, share stories and help people. I find that there are so many things to share and explore, as life is a story. My oldest son said to me one day when we were out “Mom you like to take a lot of pictures.” I looked at him and smiled and said, “Matthew, everything is a blog post.” Which it is! Everywhere we go and everything we do can translate into a helpful blog piece for my audience. Whether it be our adventures at Heritage Parktraveling through BC or new sugar/ dairy free recipes that I have found, it is all a possible post to share.

I tend to write about parenting topics, how to take time for yourself, kids activities and crafts as well as recipes. It’s fun! I love it and I love to share with everyone what I know.

I like creating a community where we can share, interact and learn from each other. Plus it’s stretched me in the world of technology as well!

Now that you’re here, sit down grab a cup of coffee and take a look around. Let me know what your favorite posts are, what you’d like to see more of. Leave a comment sharing with me who you are and where I can find you so we can connect and get to know each other. I’m looking forward to visiting everyone’s sites and making new friends.

Here are some of my favorite posts:

Firewalking

Firewalking

Christmas Carol Challenge

Luke and Chloe’s First Trip to the Dentist

Natural Sugar Substitutes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Squares

Enjoy! See you at the party!

 

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Gorilla Bones

On the Easter weekend we went to the zoo. It was crazy busy as it was their Easter Eggtravaganza. I had never seen it so busy, there was a line of cars to get into the parking lot and then another line to get into the zoo. We had been to this event before but I have never seen so many people as there was that day.

It is a great event with lots of value added activities for the kids, like a blow up maze, Easter pictures and pot your own plant; as well as the usual interactive exhibits and touch tables.

Outside the gorilla enclosure there was one of the zoo staff with this skeleton of an adult gorilla. It was really neat, the kids got to touch it and check it out, do some exploring. The zoo staff explained different parts of the skeleton to them as they were at each part.

The kids really enjoyed it. I think it is of such value for children to be able to touch and feel things in their learning, which is one of the reasons I love the zoo!

Checking out the gorilla skeleton

 

 

What’s the Story Here?

A couple of weeks ago I had family visiting for my 40th birthday. It was a busy weekend with a full house and lots of late night revelry. This late night photo can tell you a story or two. I love how rich it is and how you could pick out anything and create a narrative about what’s happening. So many things to talk about…

Wordless Wednesday

I am branching out today and am participating in Wordless Wednesday, an event hosted by 5 Minutes for Mom, to help promote and connect with other bloggers. You simply put up a picture on your blog and link it to their site. Then you go and visit/ check out other people’s photos.

This is a great opportunity to check out new blogs, meet new people and expand your connections in the blogosphere! It also helps new people find your site in a fun and interesting way.

So here is my photo for this week. Share your thoughts on this photo by commenting below and be sure to go check out the other pictures as well. Enjoy and Happy Wednesday!