Melanie Haskins

@niftymitch @DrJenGunter The one time I needed it (to call for someone else) I didn’t have it and had to flag down someone else!

@DrJenGunter I have used my phone to call 911 FOR OTHER PEOPLE.

The people replying about “why on earth would a runner carry a phone.” Well, as a woman who runs, for safety. So I can call for help.

@DanWuori My mum wanted to be Nana but her mum (my Nana) was still alive and it was confusing. So my mum took on Nana and for a short time my grandmother became SuperNan before we settled on Nan-to (because she was also Nana) 😉

What are your family’s grandparent names? Some are self-chosen. Some are bestowed. And some of the best and most original are those earned over time, often based on children’s early mispronunciations. So today let’s have some fun. Are you (or does your baby have) a Grammy? A Memaw? A PopPop? A Big Daddy? Lay it on me! Bonus points for the most original. (This funny little Grandpa’s Boy was shared to TT by marissalafferty.)

@MJillReeves @mom_needsalife I have some chapter suggestions.

There needs to be a parenting book called “What To Expect - The Teen Years” because this is some next level bullshit.

@TraaDyLiooar1 @AndreSLeger @AnalyticPatrick I love this and am eager to explore it further! Thanks for sharing

@DanWuori This is our track in Ottawa Canada! I can attest this community of riders is amazing and supportive of everyone who comes out ❤️ #NepeanBMX

You’re never too busy to show kindness to a child. When this preschooler showed up for a race (on his pedal-less strider bike) at the local BMX park, his family discovered that he was the only one in his age group to attend. A group of teenagers there to compete in their own age bracket provided some “competition.” And, would you believe it… the little guy won. Be like these kids. Such goodness on display. This lovely film via thethriftedmini on IG.

@MJillReeves Speechless.

@ali_n_wundrland Oh no?! I hope you get better quickly.

@HeatherBadenoch Please go buy a lottery ticket!

My dog just puked on the hardwood, not carpet. May you also experience a miracle today.

@MsEnsom Hoping they find safety together. A very scary and immensely stressful situation.

Thinking of my close family who we be driving south overnight tonight, as well as all other YKers and NWTers.

@paulysigh @PhdRachel I have been told to wear heels more often and I won’t mention the comments on my body. 🙄😳😕😭

Teaching evaluations from spring are in. I am once again the best and worst professor, who is very engaging but also just stands there and reads notes, and gives great and encouraging feedback but never gives positive feedback.

@anna_marketing @ottawacity @NCC_CCN Biked from Britannia area to Landsdowne using the SJAM through downtown yesterday. What a mess. Yes there are new bike lanes on Wellington but what are you supposed to do from the war museum to parliament?! The construction EVERYWHERE is a problem.

What’s with all the traffic and construction EVERYWHERE in #ottawa??? @ottawacity All main streets with construction? Work on most ON/QC bridges at the same time so #Gatineaupark is not easily accessible…@NCC_CCN Is any planning happening across departments/thinking ahead????

@DingleTeach In post secondary. During how many exams have I had to answer “how much longer do I have?” because they can’t tell time on an analog clock 🤦🏻‍♀️ (hint - every one) *I now put a digital timer on the screen

@TraaDyLiooar1 This hits today. Apparently I need a reset ❤️😊

@TraaDyLiooar1 @whatsinsideslc Wow! A great variety of disciplines too. Good opportunities for everyone.

@ScribblePug I call him my baby seal

@TraaDyLiooar1 I think butter tarts are an excellent reason to do just about anything!

Finally stumbled on “the” chocolate bar! ❤️ Thanks @FaeJohnstone for being an inspiring advocate and wonderful woman 😊

Here to be a visible ally for all those who can’t be visible or need a place to lean and take a break from defending their right to exist and be treated as the wonderful humans they are ❤️ 🏳️‍⚧️ #TransDayOfVisability

@DrJenGunter Oat Couture! oatcouturecafe.com

Best place for breakfast in Ottawa?

@AlyAlyOutnFree Oh no! It is so disappointing after all the training. I hope you feel better quickly.