Jen Millard

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Jen Millard lives in Markham, Ontario with her husband, two daughters and three badly-behaved pets. Jen is happiest when she’s got her nose in a book, a glass of wine at her side and a nap on the horizon. When she's not blogging, Jen is wondering how mascara marketers sleep at night and teaching College part-time.

At Home Halloween Ideas

Easy At-Home Party Games and Snacks for Halloween

By Jen Millard / October 26, 2020

If you’ve decided to stay home this year, here’s a guide to the simple Halloween games and snacks that will make for an entire day of fun.

8 Ways I’m Raising My Kids to Be Good, Happy People

By Jen Millard / September 27, 2020

It doesn’t matter how smart you are or how good you are at your job, you’ll never reach your full potential without knowing how to get along with others.

Halloween 2020

Yes, We Can Still Celebrate Halloween This Year. Here’s How.

By Jen Millard / September 21, 2020

Halloween is going to look different this year. But with everything else going on, this might just be the fun we all need. Here’s how to celebrate in 2020.

Yes, I’m On My Phone A Lot. No, You Don’t Get To Judge Me

By Jen Millard / September 3, 2020

When you see me out, I might be using my phone to set up a dentist appointment or confirm a meeting. Or maybe I’m playing Word Soup. It shouldn’t matter.

Why We Can’t Let This Be Our ‘New Normal’

By Jen Millard / May 25, 2020

If we don’t speak up, this becomes our new normal. And what happens then?

How to Make Birthdays Extra Special When Everything is Cancelled

By Jen Millard / March 16, 2020

It’s not only really hard for a little one to understand why their party has to be cancelled, it’s also heartbreaking for us parents. This might help.

making friends in your 40s

I Started Making New Friends at 46. And It Didn’t Suck.

By Jen Millard / March 6, 2020

When making later-in-life friends, I find I’m no longer tying myself in knots over people liking me. I hope they do, but I’m not going to stress about it.

Case Management Company in Toronto Dedicated to Child & Family Mental Health Support

By Jen Millard / March 4, 2020

After a firsthand look at the astounding gaps in service, Registered Social Worker and mother Barbara Mekinda started her own company.

Here’s What Happened When I Joined a “Cool” Gym

By Jen Millard / February 28, 2020

The music is loud, the lighting is low and I’ve got 20 years on everyone there. But in the midst of panicking over not belonging something crazy happened.

Dear NFL: I’m Available for the 2021 Halftime Show

By Jen Millard / February 10, 2020

Enclosed you will find an audition video of me doing the Sprinkler and the Lawnmower dances. I know they’re a tad risqué, but I promise to keep it PG.