I've been playing around with this new app for the past week or so. It's soothing and a lot of fun! Okay, it's really an app for kids. ARTISTICO introduces works of art to both the young and old. The app is essential a game of matching up virtual pieces of puzzles to recreate famous … [Read more...]
Do-It-Yourself: Summer Fun
Around my house when it comes to figuring things out or putting things together my wife is the champ. I swear she can do anything when it comes to that kind of stuff. If she had to, she could build the Taj Mahal with nothing but a glass of wine and an Allen key. She’s very handy; it’s why I keep her … [Read more...]
Prepping for the Summer Break
Summer is almost here. Yay!! The artwork and school projects are coming home from the classrooms in a steady stream. And the countdown is on. I know it's a time for camps and sleeping in. A time for late nights and endless splashing around in the sprinklers but I'm still incorporating some (just … [Read more...]
It’s The Little Things That Matter
About a month ago while at the radio station my dear friend and co-worker John Garbutt asked me the following question "How was your weekend"? Not that unusual right? I answer with the classic... "good thanks....blah blah blah, and you"? He then asked me "what was your favourite part"? … [Read more...]
A special sneak peek at Disney Infinity!
Get ready gamers...you're about to discover DISNEY INFINITY. At a recent media preview UrbanMoms was invited to get first-hand look at the most ambitious video game ever from Disney Interactive. As the name says, this game has infinite ways to play. Although I hate to sound cliche, but this game … [Read more...]
The Way They Play – Part VIII
The other day, I overheard Madame in the tv room, playing by herself. I could hear what sounded like figurines dropping on the floor, over and over again, followed by her little voice, softly uttering, "Click!" Over and over again. I finally had to see what she was up to... Me: Um... what is … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Solitaire-y Girl
Seems Eva has found her new favourite game to play. I catch her playing it everywhere. She's pretty damn good at it for a just-turned-6 year old... … [Read more...]
Playing with ROXX
Parents consider yourselves warned. The latest collectible gaming toy is appearing on store shelves now. Keep an eye out for ROXX. We were invited to the official media launch at Sugar Beach to check out this latest toy. I admit that I've been curiously keeping an eye on this item for a few … [Read more...]
Getting into the Olympic Spirit!
The Summer Olympics have arrived and to get into the spirit of things, here are some fun ways to show your support for our athletes!Go to the official Canadian Olympic Team Website for all you want to know about the the games and the athletes. www.olympic.caDownload the official Canadian … [Read more...]