Let's face it, Father's Day is not as easy as Mother's Day. Dads are quite content chillaxing on a quiet afternoon but we all still want to honour the dads in our lives anyway, right? I've been keeping tabs on some neat things that you may want to consider for this upcoming Father's … [Read more...]
Don’t Panic! Gifts & Apps for Valentine’s Day!
There can be a lot of expectation and pressure around Valentine's Day but planning the perfect date doesn't have to be stressful. But don't panic! You're just days away...I know. But just remember it's the thought that counts. You ARE thinking, right? Here are a few fun ways to help you on the road … [Read more...]
Dots
(Sara - you probably won't want to read this.) Ok so I don't like autumn, but I do like what it leads to. If you don't already know, I am A BIG fan of the holidays. Thanksgiving leads into Halloween, which leads into November which leads to the Santa Claus parade. The day after the Santa Claus … [Read more...]
Sandy vs Cuyler
Cuyler wins. kind of We started talking about Hurricane Sandy on Sunday. Just very subtle preparation for the kids to expect a very windy night and probably no power for a little while. I replaced the batteries in each of our lanterns so they could act as nightlights if the power did go out. I … [Read more...]
Cool Tech Gadgets For Families On The Go!
I'm wired. Aside from my addiction to caffeine I need to be in constant contact. I freely admit to not being the type that can wind down and get with nature. I need my music and I need my gadgets. No really. Quietness doesn't calm me down it actually does the opposite. But I know that the rest of my … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Generation i
A picture of my kids playing on an iPod / iPad / iPod - taken on an iPhoneI'm not sure if is this is cute or disturbing. Maybe both? What are your rules/limits for screen time? … [Read more...]
Dear Santa:
This year, for Christmas I would like:a laptopa DC beaniean iPod Touch (enter my moms contest!)Sincerely,Cam--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please bring me:2 sleigh bellsa wooden toy traina blue Nintendo DSa yellow ukulelePokemon cards and a Lugiathe … [Read more...]
Treehouse + iPad = One Awesome Contest
Hockey season is in full swing and I've been looking for new ways to keep the two younger kids occupied while Cam takes to the ice and Sean stands behind the bench.I think I have found just the thing. We put 2 of their favourite things together: Treehouse TV and the iPad and voila! … [Read more...]
Treehouse + iPad = One Awesome Contest
Hockey season is in full swing and I've been looking for new ways to keep the two younger kids occupied while Cam takes to the ice and Sean stands behind the bench.I think I have found just the thing. We put 2 of their favourite things together: Treehouse TV and the iPad and voila! … [Read more...]
Culture of (In)convenience
My nearly eight year-old daughter just phoned me at home. From my own cell phone. From the kitchen. She actually walked from the kitchen to the laundry room (conveniently located beside the foot of the stairs, which is within yelling distance of me at present), rummaged through my purse to find my … [Read more...]