Written by Lindsay Ducharme Growing up we had many family traditions for birthdays, seasons and holidays; however, none were more special than our yearly Christmas Eve traditions. Without fail, each year we would attend church and come home to find new pajamas laid out on our bed. We would race … [Read more...]
How You Can Stay Healthy This Cold & Flu Season
One of my favourite things to do with my little guy is to hang out in the kitchen. One day we’re baking cookies, the next we might be experimenting with baking soda and vinegar. But one thing is for sure, we are always using our hands and we are always making a mess! This time of year makes that … [Read more...]
Fun Indoor Activities To Fight Off Cabin Fever This Winter
Written by Emma Durand-Wood Ah, winter. The scenic season of fun and frolicking and adorable rosy cheeks, of Santa photos and sledding and hot chocolate. Winter is awesome—until it gets, well, too cold. And then, cabin fever sets in. Everyone knows that kids need plenty of fresh air and … [Read more...]
Why Would A GOP Staffer Shame Obama’s Daughters On Facebook?
Ahhh politics. There’s a reason most people stay away from politics at all costs. But for Sasha and Malia Obama, that’ not really a possibility anymore. So when I read about a GOP staffer shaming the girls on FACEBOOK of all places, I had a “face meet palm” kind of moment. Elizabeth Lauten, … [Read more...]
Fun Ways To Countdown To Christmas As A Family
Mark the days and weeks leading up to Christmas exciting and memorable activities Written by Emma Durand-Wood Half the fun of Christmas is the anticipation. That’s why we’re chomping at the bit to put up our decorations by this point in November! And of course, having kids brings a whole new … [Read more...]
3 Rainy Day Crafts To Brighten Any Kid’s Day
Written by Kait Fowlie Rainy November days require tactics for indoor fun. Rather than vegetate on the couch and stare into a screen, take advantage of home-bound days to put your kid's imagination to work. These super-simple, something-from-nothing crafts all double as games, and will take a … [Read more...]
What To See At INSPIRE! Toronto International Book Fair
Toronto-area book lovers are looking forward to a new and exciting event this weekend. INSPIRE! Toronto International Book Fair is Canada's book exposition for all things print and digital, launching this weekend, November 13 to 16, 2014. From literature to children's books, from romance to … [Read more...]
7 Ways To Celebrate Family Literacy Month
Written by Kait Fowlie November is family literacy month! It also happens to be the best time of the year to indulge in some serious reading—the rainy days, cold nights, the lull before the Holidays—November is meant for curling up with an addictive series. But that's not the only way to celebrate … [Read more...]
Family Ties: A Photo Essay
Friends may come and go throughout a lifetime, but family remains constant. For the lucky among us with strong and happy families, the relationships are a source of strength, support and happy memories. And even though nobody can infuriate you quite like your siblings can, you know that … [Read more...]
Island Getaway
Last week we spent a lovely time away for our family holiday on Keats Island, a tiny speck of land in the big Pacific Ocean. It was so nice not to have an agenda, to set work stress aside and just be together as a family. (Granted, I am getting old and cranky so the uncomfortable beds in the cabin … [Read more...]
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