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Luxear Fridge Containers Organizing Fresh Food
If you are anything like me at all then you buy a fair bit of local fresh produce. But, you don’t always get around to eating it before it spoils. Well, Luxear Fridge containers are changing that. I received product for consideration here. My opinion is all my own and it is truthful. My fridge can sometimes be like the black hole. Food goes in but gets lost in there sometimes. This year, we are all about the Produce Guyz fresh produce delivery so we always have fresh fruit and vegetables on hand. I like the convenience of the delivery and the cost is great too. Now, with Luxear Fridge…
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Tackling Interzip, the World’s First Interprovincial Zip Line!
Many thanks to Tourisme Outaouais for the gifted experience at Interzip, the World’s first interprovincial zip line. This past year when travel was a bit less predictable, we embraced camping, skiing and driving to Quebec to enjoy all the spectacular outdoor terrain. The Laurentians are a big draw for us always, in any season and Quebec is a manageable drive from London, Ontario, and several other Ontario cities, so it is a natural choice. Gatineau is one of our favourite Quebec cities to visit. It’s just the right distance to spend a couple of days in and then launch deeper into Quebec, which is how we planned our itinerary. In…
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So Where’ve I Been for the Last Year?
So Where’ve I Been this last year? Two years ago this week we were practically standing at the door ready to roll on our trip to Vermont I was writing here 3-4 times a week, a regular contributor to CBC Parents and Content Coordinator at Neighbours of Sunningdale. But the pandemic upended a lot of that. Travel ground to a standstill two years ago this week and that was that. What is a travel writer without the ability to travel? I pivoted fast to writing about pandemic parenting and that worked for several months. Frankly, that first year just being able to keep paying the mortgage was a big accomplishment.…
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Learning Emotions Activity Book
Learning emotions for kids can be a game changer as they grow. That can also be a game changer for adults as well because when kids understand emotions and can use the right words to describe the right emotion it makes a world of difference in all the family relationships. My kids have both struggled with emotional regulation and dysregulation over the years. One has anxiety disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and the other of course has fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD.) I have talked about that disability many times over the years. But if you are interested in learning more then check out the piece that I…
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Holiday Sweets Gift Books
Get into the holiday mood with amazing cookbooks full of fun food dishes and sweet treats! These holiday sweets gift books will knock your socks off. Posts may contain affiliate links. I receive a small commission via qualifying links. I received product for consideration on Thrifty Mommas Tips. Holiday Sweets Cook Books From a beginner chef to the pros, there’s a cookbook for you to enjoy this holiday season. Create an indulgent night of holiday sweets and enjoy! In this fun-filled step-by-step dessert cookbook, Ann Reardon teaches you how to create delicious and impressive pastries, cakes and sweet creations. Join food scientist Ann Reardon, host of the award-winning YouTube series How to…
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Plan the Perfect Thanksgiving Dinner in 4 Simple Steps
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, which means it’s time to get ready for some festive fall vibes, great food, and quality time with your loved ones. Thanksgiving is also the ideal time for you to express gratitude over everything you have in your life, and what better time to say thanks than when you’re celebrating with your family and friends? Follow these simple tips to throw the perfect Thanksgiving dinner How to Organize the Perfect Thanksgiving Dinner Throwing your own Thanksgiving family dinner is a fabulous idea in theory, but can be a challenge to execute. You have to prepare the food, send out invites, decorate, and pay for…
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Owl I Want For Christmas – Cute Owl Colouring Page
Owl I want for Christmas is you! I know. I know. Silly and kind of cutesy, right? This cute owl colouring page will capture everyone’s hearts. Post may contain affiliate links as a service to readers. I receive a small commission from purchases made via qualifying links. Owl I Want is… Well, every single time I hear that Mariah Carey song all I can think about is the choreographed dance that came with it way back when my kids were in a Christmas play at Original Kids. These days we are not as involved in the theatre scene. I mean we are all still mostly easing back into life as…
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Christmas Pre-Writing Activity Book for Kids
It’s beginning to look a bit like Christmas around here. Maybe not quite a lot like Christmas as the song traditionally goes. But a bit at the very least. Show is falling like mad today and hopefully soon ski season arrives. I know not all of you are winter snow fans, but I suspect many of you are looking forward to Christmas. Christmas Pre-Writing Activity Book for Preschoolers This Christmas check out all of the Christmas printables and activities that I have here. Don’t miss the Christmas tags below. One of the most popular posts here is my Christmas crossword. It’s an easy little crossword for kids. How to Use…
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Festive Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread
Pumpkin spice is one of my all time favourite seasons. Wait, that’s right, I said seasons. All the pumpkin recipes are timeless and scrumptious in my opinion. But this one, pumpkin spice monkey bread, is a showstopper. So easy to make too. Post may contain affiliate links as a service to readers. I make a small commission off of purchases made via qualifying links. Such a tasty way to enjoy the autumn flavours of pumpkin spice monkey bread. You need to start with a Bundt pan though, so don’t forget to get one before you start. I love this Bundt pan. If you make these regularly then you can also…
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Cute Kid’s Lunch Box Notes to Share
When our kids were younger they took the bus to school. The day could be awfully long without us, or so I thought anyways. I mean I know it was long for me often without them. So, I sometimes loved adding cute lunch box notes to their lunch boxes. My two kids struggled with anxiety too so sometimes the separation anxiety was high, especially with my youngest child. For years, I would give them each a business card tucked into their back packs. I know that sounds funny to some people. But for my girls it was the extra reassurance that they had my phone number and they could reach…
