This contest is now closed. Thank you for entering. What’s better than a delicious breakfast that will please even the pickiest eater? (Spoiler alert: Nothing!) We’re hooking up with Sally’s Cereal to bring you their yummiest offerings and help you create your very own DIY breakfast table at … [Read more...]
Batteries Included: Make The Magic Of The Holidays Last All Year
Picture this. Your kids counted down the days. They opened each window on their advent calendars, as December ticked by, painstakingly slowly. They made their list and checked it twice (plus a few extra times, just to be sure). Now, Christmas morning has FINALLY arrived. Your kids run down the … [Read more...]
What Is STEM Learning & Why Should You Care?
Over the past few months, I’ve had the opportunity to meet with kids across Canada who have been working hard on some pretty neat ideas. What stood out to me was they were already immersed in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Did they realize it? Some did, however most weren’t … [Read more...]
How To Make Money Off Your Online Shopping Habit
You may already be a fan of Ebates.ca, the site that offers straight forward cash back rewards from online purchases. The company has just launched a new app for iPhone and iPad devices bringing the convenience of shopping and savings on the go. If you haven't heard about Ebates you'll want to … [Read more...]
Celebrating The Holidays & Sharing Your #WellWishes
We are literally days away from Christmas, and Hanukah has already begun—it is well and truly the holiday season now. I’m pretty proud that I can say I’ve finished all my holiday shopping, my tree is up and decorated, I’ve even hung up the stocking! And while the real celebrating hasn’t even … [Read more...]
Walmart Angers Internet With “Fat Girl Costumes”
I have a special place in my heart for Halloween. Personally, I am all about the homemade, DIY costumes; I love seeing what people more creative and crafty than me come up with! There has been a lot drama surrounding Halloween costumes in the media this year and it makes me happy that I choose to … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Roses are red, Violets are blue, I'm a last-minute shopper, How about you? Valentine's Day is around the corner. If, like me, you're just finishing paying off Christmas bills and recycling wrapping paper and cards, it may be a little tough to get into the hearts and flowers spirit. Here are … [Read more...]
George… Fit for a King
With the recent birth of the royal baby and the announcement of his chosen name, we've been waiting for George to start trending. I can assure you that my own father (a George) has been waiting for his name to trend for most of his 69 years on earth. He is more than ready for people to replace … [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...]
Father’s Day Gift Guide
For being the world's best water balloon victim... For being the only parent in this family willing to sleep in a tent... For being the world's best assistant Lego city planner... Happy Father's Day! If you're celebrating the father in your life for all of his specialties, consider … [Read more...]