Classic (Mom)ents
No matter the day or time, this body part of Moms' always seems to hurt
What is her finger
It’s not breakfast in bed, it’s just the leftover crumbs from Dad forgetting he brought these to bed again
What are cookies?
Taking "Pookie" to the next level, Sarah renamed Parker with this two-syllable term of endearment
What is Poopoo?
After a long, chaotic, and terrifyingly speedy drive from the airport, we finally checked into this hotel, our home for the vacation
What is the Bahia Principe?
As a child, Sarah turned this unexpected backyard visitor into a circus act, teaching it to leap through a hoop despite its lack of legs
What is a Snake?
While trying to put a spin on the phrase "tickle me pink", Mom invented this sweeter expression that became the funniest joke she's ever made
What is "lick me chocolate"
When she doesn't have time to make a snack, Mom goes for this uncooked barbecue staple straight from the package
What are Wieners?
When Dad says something inappropriate or slightly vulgar, Mom reacts by calling him by this "holier" name instead
Who is Jesus Warren?
This location became an impromptu napping spot for Dad on the way home from our trip to Las Vegas
What is the Calgary Airport?
At the beginning of some movies, Parker would cry in fear when Leo the Lion let out a mighty roar, all thanks to this entertainment company
Who is MGM?
Whenever we cross the border, Mom always has to pick up these, her favourite chocolate covered snack that she can't get in Canada
What are Raisinets?
Failing to prove that cheaper is better, Dad’s go-to chocolate bar is this bargain version of a Twix, found exclusively in the dollar store candy aisle
What is a Duet bar?
For this couple who can’t seem to handle anything themselves, Dad invented these two alliterate nicknames
Who are Jukka and Jukette?
Only a few weeks after a family vacation to Mexico, the kids were devastated to be left behind while Mom and Dad went on a second trip, especially because they missed this special event.
What started as toddler Parker’s mispronunciation, eventually became both our dog’s nickname and Mom’s Words with Friends username
Who is Gookey?
This small Ontario town made popular by The Tragically Hip, also happens to be home to one of Mom’s old high school classmates
What is Bobcaygeon?
Parker likes this snack so much, that he wears them on his feet. I just hope there's no actual cheese in there...
What are Cheez-its?
“Breaker breaker 1‑9” Says Dad, giving himself this slightly disgusting nickname
Who is Stinky Finger?
When it's time to fly home from school, Sarah's tradition includes getting to the airport early enough to grab one (or two) of this drink from Chili's
What is a Caesar?
From childhood to the present day, Sarah's kept a small, stuffed dog, known simply by these two alliterated letters
Who is CC?
In a childhood act of rebellion, Mom and Connie once held a protest to avoid doing the dishes, claiming these "airborne hazards" made the kitchen an unsafe place to work
What are Nana's farts?
Whenever there’s a breakfast buffet, Mom makes a beeline for this station. She starts talking about what she's going to get the night before
What is the Omelette Station?
This is Dad’s universal term for a Frenchman, combining a stereotypical first name with footwear designed for muddy terrain
Who is Jean-Guy de Rubber Boot?
Before watching the Habs play at the Centre Bell, Dad would suggest grabbing this snack and drink combo from the vendor, usually ordered with a thick Québécois accent.
What is un Steamie et un Pepsi?
A name Dad wanted for his baby ended up on a different household member entirely - a cat adopted by Nana and Papa