December 1st is just around the corner, and in my house that means it's time to pull out the boxes from the highest rafters of the attic and the deepest corners of the basement, and start decking the halls. The decorating of the house is a task that I simultaneously dread (the boxes...the … [Read more...]
Elf on a SHELF. SHELF.
The newest tradition is just days away from year two at our house. No longer is an advent calendar sufficient. Oh hell no. What about watching Charlie Brown Christmas? Rudolph? Yeah well that's part of it - but oh no. Specials just won't do either. Now? It's all about the Elf on a Shelf. Let's say … [Read more...]
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas!
With my newly renovated house almost complete I decided to go all out this year on the holiday decorating. Lucky for me, I have one very eager 10 year-old assistant. With most of our regular holiday decor covered in thick layers of dust in the yet-to-be-completed basement we decided to take this … [Read more...]
Rice Krispies Treats for Toys!
If you could take some time out of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season to create fun and tasty memories with your kids and, at the same time, help those in need, would you do it? The holidays can easily become a greedy blur of excess but Rice Krispies is doing their part to give back … [Read more...]
‘Tis the Season…Tips on Maximizing Your AIR MILES Reward Miles!
We’ve had a lively debate happening in our house this week, and it has absolutely nothing to do with Canadian Senators or Toronto’s mayor. The great debate is when is it too soon to start preparing for the holidays? My husband’s work put Christmas lights up last week, and he’s ready to tackle our … [Read more...]
Thoughtful Holiday Gift Ideas to Get NOW
Around this time of year I start getting serious with my holiday gift list. I start shopping usually in September and work down the list. I'm one of those people who love everything about the holidays. But I don't like stress shopping - you know I mean? The thought of barrelling through a sea of … [Read more...]
APPS OF THE WEEK: Getting Ready for the Santa Parade!
We're getting ready for the annual Santa Clause Parade here in the city. Grab your mittens and dress for the weather! AND make sure you're mobile device is all charged up and ready to go! Guaranteed it will be a great photo opp! But here are a few handy apps that you may want to download before the … [Read more...]
An Interview with Santa!
It's definitely feeling a little more "winter" like these days and just in time for the 109th annual Santa Claus Parade in Toronto this Sunday, November 17th! I'm so excited as this parade has been a tradition for me ever since I was little. I can truly say it's something my family looked forward … [Read more...]
We Will Remember
Like many of you today, Will and I attended a Remembrance Day ceremony. We were at Sunnybrook Veteran's Hospital in Toronto where my step-grandfather is a resident. Not only did John serve as a member of the forces, he also painted some incredible landscapes while he was in Europe. Last year, these … [Read more...]
What’s Haute for the Holidays
Ladies, I wish I could have taken you to this very fun event this morning. It was a scavenger hunt in heels at the beautiful Bayview Village Shops in Toronto. Style media and bloggers were invited to partake in what's "haute" for the holidays hosted by the super stylish, Melissa Evans-Lee, … [Read more...]
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