This week the kids got a break from school to recharge. With an age gap of five years between my boys, we need to stay flexible and keep everyone entertained when it comes to what we do together as a family. Vacations—whether it’s staying home or somewhere that requires us to get into a moving … [Read more...]
Book This And Never Fear Travelling With Kids Again!
As the winter days draw in and the nights stretch out ahead of us in Canada, there’s one word that keeps running through our minds. Holiday. No, we’re not talking about the tinsel-filled, carol-singing, ho-ho-hoing variety. We mean the kind of ‘holiday’ where we don’t spend the best part of an … [Read more...]
How To Survive Packing For Your Family March Break Getaway
Ah, March Break. A time to escape the frigid Canadian winter and relax with your family on a sunny beach. Can’t you see it? The kids playing happily in the waterpark while you sit poolside sipping on some fruity concoction. Sounds perfect. But rewind a week to getting ready for that vacation and … [Read more...]
Sorry To Be A Party Pooper, But Social Anxiety Around Holiday Party Season Sucks
I had to laugh aloud when I read a Facebook post this morning that said; “‘I just love holiday party season!’ said no introvert with anxiety disorder ever.” I found this extremely funny because it pretty much sums up my life when it comes to parties and large gatherings. Although, being an … [Read more...]
The Perfect Holiday Movies To Get You Through The Season
'Tis the season of running around and getting organized for the holidays. Trees are going up (okay, eventually), that little elf guy is ready and we've got our shopping list in full swing. Then we've got the friends and family visits to entertain. Hey, we got this right? Amidst the flurry of … [Read more...]
It Takes A Village To Raise A Child (Or At Least A Small Community)
There's nothing like Christmas to remind you how many people are involved in your child's life that you positively could not manage without. In selecting the most appropriate gifts to show my gratitude, I'm overwhelmed by the love and care we are provided over the course of the year. My daycare … [Read more...]
Holiday Gifts For The Whole Family
Are you thinking of getting a “family” gift to put under the tree this year? Or maybe you were hoping to find a family gift to give your neighbours or relatives. It may seem like a strange thing to do—buy a single gift for a whole family. But think about it, if you forgo the normal one gift per … [Read more...]
How To Host A Holiday Popcorn Party
Written by Kait Fowlie Popcorn has been a big holiday symbol through the ages. A Saxon custom back in the 1840s, it all started when Queen Victoria expressed a desire for a Christmas tree adorned in popcorn, ribbons, flowers, and fruit. Her wish was granted and the custom grew into a trend. We … [Read more...]
Enter For A Chance To Win A Hamilton Beach Juicer
This contest is now closed, thanks so much for entering. Our Holiday Wishlist Giveaway Extravaganza continues with contest #8 and a chance to win a Hamilton Beach Big Mouth Juice Extractor. Rated “Most Efficient” in a recent issue of Food & Wine magazine, the Big Mouth Pro Juice Extractor … [Read more...]
Holiday Gift Guide For The Foodie On Your List
Social media has turned food lovers into somewhat of a phenomenon; if it isn’t #foodie, it’s #foodporn. And we eat it up, literally. For the person on your list who Instagrams every meal, we’ve rounded up the best gifts for every foodie on your list! For the busy foodie Everyone loves a … [Read more...]
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