I thought I was finished my Christmas shopping. At the beginning of December I was pretty confident telling my friends that I had everyone checked off my list. But then it happened. I should have known. Really. Because it happens every year. I get the annual "hey, let's get together" emails and at … [Read more...]
Making the Cut
For the past four years I have been lucky enough to get invited to a fantastic cookie exchange hosted by the sister of a dear friend of mine. She goes all out and prepares a spread of amazing appetizers for us to enjoy, games to play, prizes to win, and an afternoon out that is one of the highlights … [Read more...]
Games they play: the holiday hotlist
Recently I had the chance to preview a few games and I'm blown away by what is out in the gaming world today. With two boys in our household we have always had plenty of family fun with games like Ferrari Challenge, good old' Carnival Games, and singing along with American Idol. Did I mention that … [Read more...]
Non-traditional Winter Wonderland
I checked my phone the other day when it made that "ding" noise. You know, every time you get a text message? My BFF Winnie was ready for a drink after decorating the seven trees in her home. Did she just say SEVEN????She totally cracks me up!! Her family celebrates Christmukkah so there's … [Read more...]
‘Tis the Season (for dreaded Holiday Shopping)!
I have always LOVED the Holidays. I am one of those closet Christmas freaks who turns on the Carols in November, relishes the Holiday decorations at the mall and smiles my way through the Santa Claus parade. However, one thing I tend to dread is Holiday shopping. The crowds, the pressure and the … [Read more...]
Holiday Entertaining Made Easy…shhhh! We won’t tell!
The holidays are just around the corner...so what does it mean?a) time to plan the partiesb) impromptu guests arrive at the door with giftsc) baking for office, school, neighbourhood partiesd) those darn cookie exchangesRight? But some of us LOVE it. Yes, me included. I love the holidays and the … [Read more...]
Original. Creative. One of a Kind Holiday Gifts.
Have you started your holiday shopping yet? We are in full-swing of gift buying season and the ideas are coming in fast and furious! There are some people on my list, like my sister-in-law, Paule, who I love getting more unique items for. She's very much into design and a very creative person so it … [Read more...]
Anticipating the holiday wish list.
I already know what my kids want for Christmas this year... even before they did. At a recent media event, the latest Nintendo Wii U console was introduced and has arrived just in time for the holidays! This is exactly what my kids want. I just knew it. Yesterday, at the Santa Claus … [Read more...]
Night Owl, Morning Glory
Before I was married I loved to stay up late and sleep in. Then I tied the knot, real life started, babies started showing up and I joined the ranks of the Early To Bed, Early To Rise, out of necessity. The sleep deprivation was unreal and I needed to get to bed as early as possible each night to … [Read more...]
The Christmas Movie Countdown
It's going to be a very quiet Christmas in our household. We'll do the morning thing with my dad and step-mom but then it's just the boy and I for Christmas Eve and Christmas Night. At first..*sniff* I was sad...but now, I've decided - it's turkey breast, mashed potatoes, stove … [Read more...]