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iPhone Apps à la Kat

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Okay, Ali gave us her top ten iPhone apps in So You Want It, and then Vicky did it, too. And far be it from me miss an opportunity to jump on a bandwagon, so here is my list of top ten iPhone apps: Bejewelled 2 If you like to play Bejewelled Blitz on Facebook (you know who you are), you will … [Read more...]

Why does Grandma live so far away?

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These days, fewer and fewer parents I know have extended family living nearby. The necessity of finding work in more challenging times means we must move away from cities and sometimes from provinces (or countries) we grew up in. In the neighbourhood we live in, there are very few children whose … [Read more...]

Sookie Stackhouse True Blood Giveaway!

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Are you a fan of the HBO True Blood series? Then have we got a giveaway for you! The series is based on the Southern Vampire novels by Charlaine Harris, and we're giving away 10 copies of EACH of the 7th and 8th novels in the series. It won't be until June 2010 when season three of True Blood … [Read more...]

And Who Mothers the Mother?

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My six year-old was sick last week. Sore throat, bad cough, headache and congestion. Poor little thing was miserable and you couldn't help feeling bad for her. And of course Doctor Mom was on the case 24-7: plying her with pain relievers and decongestants, cough syrups and just plain Mom medicine … [Read more...]

2010 Ford Taurus: Surprising Luxury

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When I was first asked to review the 2010 Ford Taurus, I will admit I had some preconceived notions. Images of the Taurus of old in my mind, I was very pleasantly surprised with the new 2010 model, which boasts a very attractive exterior and a surprisingly luxurious interior. The leather package was … [Read more...]

Harumika

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Harumika. What is it? That was the question on the minds of most of the Go2Girlz who took part in our recent product testing program. We asked 100 Go2Girlz and their daughters to test out this new fashion-design toy in their homes and tell us what they thought. Most of our testing panel members were … [Read more...]

So You Think You Can Squeeze? Recipe #3

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Welcome to the SO YOU THINK YOU CAN SQUEEZE CHALLENGE! It's the final week for you to be in the judge's seat and decide which of our two aspiring Citrus Chefs has done the best job with the three fabulous recipes featuring Florida Citrus products. You've already spoken on the … [Read more...]

J’♥ Québec!

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Well, we're home. Sorry I haven't posted more or sooner, but our time in Québec was so busy I hardly had a chance. And then it was 12 hours of travel (kill me now) and I finally find myself with a few moments to check in again. So: we had a terrific time in Québec City, thanks to our remarkable … [Read more...]

Québec City (Carnaval de Québec)

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Take a European Vacation Without Leaving Canada!Reviewed by: Kath Overall Grade: AKid's Rating: ALocation: A+Amenities: AService: A+Fun Factor: AThe Food: ACost: Best For: Anyone - families, singles and couples will all have a wonderful time at Carnaval de Québec.Date of … [Read more...]