Groundhog celebrity Wiarton Willie didn't see his shadow last weekend so we're expecting an early spring which means another 6 weeks of winter...right. Hey, it's incentive! I think my friends in Cali just laugh every time I mention the cold harsh-ish winters we get here. I start getting antsy … [Read more...]
It’s All About the Candy Cane
With American Thanksgiving done, and the first few snowflakes of the season being documented on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, it doesn't seem premature to turn on the holiday lights, download my Christmas playlists and break out the yummy treats. First on the menu; candy cane everything. I'm a … [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...]
Holiday Hosting Made Easier
"Please drop in for a little holiday cheer.""Why don't you join us to decorate the tree?""Pop by and keep me company while I do some holiday baking."One of my favourite things about the holidays is the opportunity for impromptu get-togethers. I run into friends dropping their kids off at the shinny … [Read more...]
For the Hostess with the Mostest
Summer in the city. No four words in the english language can evoke quite the same level of muggy, sticky, humid unbearableness.If you're like me, you just may have spent part of your last couple of weeks reviewing your Facebook friends' photos and address contacts trying to identify some … [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...]
Friday Highs and Lows
I'm the first to admit that I'm a bit of a bra snob. I was turned on to the French designers years ago back when I had disposable income, and I've found it very difficult to forget them now that all my income goes to things like goalie pads and baseball sliding pants.This is my favourite bra in the … [Read more...]
Get That Child Out of the HOUSE!
I am wondering- am I the only mom who feels the NEED to leave her house, with her child, every day? Am I the only mom who thinks it's important for her baby to have outside experiences even though he may be too young to remember or understand them? Am I crazy for thinking that leaving the … [Read more...]