For 30 years, we Canadians have been heading to the grocery store to fill our carts with President’s Choice products. We know PC products and, over the course of those 30 years, we have come to trust the brand and what it stands for. The Insider’s Report showed us that the folks at PC really … [Read more...]
Prepping for Canada Day at Walmart
When the kind folks from Walmart contacted me in mid-June to ask if I'd be willing to take a challenge and blog about it, I was intrigued. They wanted me to try to shop with a particular goal at Walmart with a $100 in gift card and then blog about my purchases. Since we're heading up the our … [Read more...]
3 Ways To Save On Groceries Today
Just out of curiosity, have you ever asked friends what they spend on food for their family each week? This question always leads to such an interesting conversation because the difference in food budgets between families can be HUGE...depending on eating out habits, the number and ages of the … [Read more...]
Children in a messed up world
When I was pregnant with the twins I received so many unwelcome stares and comments it was seriously messed up. I actually had one friend ask me how I could bring not just one but two children into this lousy messed world when I had already been blessed with six children, two with whom have special … [Read more...]
My New Wheels
Have I ever mentioned how I don't drive? Yes, well...Last week while at the store, during the crazy heat wave we had, I had about forty minutes left on my own to get a few grocery items before picking up Madame from school. The term was ending, and I needed provisions for the pre-school … [Read more...]
Make the Long Weekend…Our Finest!
Have you got plans for the long weekend? Do they include hosting a BBQ? Be sure to include a stop at Walmart for your party preparation. Walmart's new Our Finest BBQ collection aims to prove that Canadians can throw a great party, without the headache of a large price tag. There are nearly 50 … [Read more...]
Cash only please
Today is February 1st. It's my Dad's birthday (Happy Birthday Billy!) and it's the day that we are starting our new budget. Technically we've been doing it for a few weeks, but February 1 was our official start date.Sean started a new job last month and we decided that it was time … [Read more...]