I recently attended the most beautiful harvest luncheon at l'unita restaurant where Chef Miriam presented a mouth-watering full on meal that has also provided the inspiration I need to get me through this coming Thanksgiving weekend. Cranberries were the talk of the event aka a staple at … [Read more...]
Cleaning Your Home Too Much May Cause Asthma (You’re Welcome)
We've literally just been handed what might possibly be the best "Get Out Of Jail Free" card that has ever existed! Have you ever thought to yourself, "I really don't want to mop the floors/make the beds/vacuum upstairs"? Of course you have, you're a busy parent who has a lot on their plate. I … [Read more...]
What Happened At Toronto’s 2015 WE Day?
Something truly magical happens when you sit amongst 20,000 kids in a stadium. The cheers are loud and each face is beaming with excitement. Welcome to WE Day - the celebration event that recognizes kids who do good in their communities and globally. WE Day, founded by the brothers who started the … [Read more...]
Where Are All Bees In The City?
We seem to be hearing more bees lately in the news which prompts our kids to ask many questions. I'm digging on the internet so I can better explain the importance of bees, what they do, and why we shouldn't be afraid of them. So what's the buzz? (Pardon my pun.) First off there are two kinds … [Read more...]
How I Coped As An Overstressed, Overtired Mom
I'd been having an off few days. An off few weeks, actually. The stress from daily life has really been taking its toll. I was feeling jittery, on edge, impatient and irritable. I was constantly buzzing about, trying to clean, cook, work, write, workout and manage the kids all the while feeling like … [Read more...]
Everyone Has A Story (In A Bowl)
When I was growing up, my father would always tell me that everyone has a story to tell. We would walk down the street to where his office was and I would have to hang out every weekend as mom needed to sleep (or maybe it was because she needed a break from me, now that I think about it). When dad … [Read more...]
Principal Ballerina Heather Ogden’s On Changing Routines As A Mom
At the launch event for Refresh Botanicals, principal ballerina Heather Ogden explained that even she had to recently adjust her daily routine. As a new mom, you would think she would tell you that she has very little time for herself and that would make her change up how she does things. But while … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: A Taste of New Zealand
New Zealand is often referred to as the most idyllic place to live. It's micro-climates lends itself to multiple uses including producing some of the best food and wine offered in the world. On a recent trip to Toronto, New Zealand Winemaker David Edmonds tells us to put the country on our bucket … [Read more...]
How Focusing On The Positive Can Change Your Child’s Life
I was at an event recently for the book launch by the guys who are behind clothing company called Life Is Good. They're known for their positive vibe T-shirt line with sayings like "Listen to Your Heart" and "Unplug Life is Good". But I learned at the event that their optimism goes far beyond hoping … [Read more...]
Life Is Better With Pizza, Of Course!
It's been a busy couple of weeks with us all adjusting to the back-to-school routines. No more sleeping in and no more late nights and lots of blurry eyes in the mornings. Anyone else already tired of making lunches and constantly washing that favourite t-shirt that's on repeat? Hey, it makes him … [Read more...]
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