Happy Halloween!! Pumpkins, and candy and skeletons!! Oh my. There’s nothing quite like Halloween to bring out the kid in all of us. I started decorating the moment the cool new toys from Hallmark arrived here. Do you have some special decorations up yet? Do you go all out? Do you simply feature a few small decorations? Some people in our new neighbourhood go all out with haunted houses and front foyers spilling out smoke onto the street for full effect! I love that. So do the kids. You know what else I love? A Free Halloween printables package –…
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All inclusive travel is one of those things that people either love or hate. I’ve heard all of the phrases like, “You could do that yourself and save some money.” Or, “Is it really worth it just to have meals included?” My answer to all of these is yes. All inclusive travel is a great way to spend your vacation because you actually vacation instead of work. Also all inclusive can be very budget friendly and family friendly too! We have taken several all inclusive vacations as a family. Why All Inclusive Travel is So Worth It All inclusive travel is…
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I am thrilled to share this first entry in my 2015 Thrifty Momma’s Tips Holiday Gift Guide. The Vex Robotics Hexcalator Construction Kit is the perfect toy for the science guy or gal on your list this year. But be warned this toy/ science and robotics kit is challenging, in a good way, so stick to the recommendations around age limits so your little one is not frustrated. This science, technology, engineering and math construction set will eventually become a series of ramps, pullies, planes, inclines and rotating wheels that lift and move the eight balls that come with the…
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How many times a week do you eat chicken? I used to joke that I ate so much chicken I should cluck, but beyond the joke and the fact that I knew chicken was a good source of protein, I never really gave it that much consideration. In fact, I readily admit that I take my food for granted. I do the lion’s share of the grocery shopping in my house and chicken factors high on the meat side of the grocery list. It’s affordable and healthy. I trust that I can feed my family chicken several times a week. I…
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I am a Mom who loves to travel and I have always loved to travel. For a time, in my 20s, before I had kids, I didn’t really know if I’d be able to manage travelling again. My health issues were sometimes so challenging that travel wouldn’t have been wise. In fact, it could have been dangerous. So, when my health started to improve I began travelling again, and this time with my entire family. Together we have gone swimming with dolphins, parasailed, seen The Mayan Ruins, cruised to Grand Cayman where we explored a sea turtle sanctuary. We’ve been…
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Here I am three weeks after starting the Interac 21 Day Credit-Free Challenge and it is time to tell you whether I was successful or not with this adventure. It takes three weeks to change a habit. So that’s why I started this journey with my Interac Debit card and put my credit cards on ice. I shared my first two weeks here last month. Week One – Five Ways to Stay on Top of Debt can be read here. Week Two was Window Shopping. So how has it been overall? I work from home. I have a consulting business I love. But working…
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Is there anything tastier than the rich flavour of cheesecake? I don’t think so. It’s one of my all time favourite desserts. So when I can build something a bit different with the same delicious base idea, then I get excited. These cheesecake egg rolls are a great combination of flavours. The crunch of an egg roll and the sweet taste of a cheesecake. Sprinkle some icing sugar on top and plate nicely with a dollop of whipped cream and this dessert treat will be the hit of any occasion. These are the perfect treat to take or serve at…
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Happy Thanksgiving my friends! Thanksgiving was this past weekend in Canada. I know you still have a few weeks to go though in the United States. Food wise, this is one of my favourite holidays! Fall produces so many rich and scrumptious versatile foods that help turn your Thanksgiving meal into a real celebration. What’s your favourite part about this season and Thanksgiving? I’ll just bet that turkey is in there somewhere. Anyways while you are busy doing that sometimes the kids need to be kept busy. Hopefully this Thanksgiving coloring sheet will help. This year when I sent my…
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If you’re planning a vacation, consider Alaskan cruises. From the scenery to the wildlife, Alaskan cruises are a great way to relax away a vacation. And cruises themselves are wonderful, because everything is included, which drastically reduces the stress of figuring out where to dine and more. Alaska is a wild environment to visit and Alaskan cruises are a once in a lifetime experience. Here are a few reasons to consider this if you are planning a cruise in the next couple of years. Alaskan Cruises – Beautiful Getaways Alaskan cruises are a great way to enjoy the pampering…
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Are you a wordsmith? A puzzle lover? How about your kids? Do they enjoy word puzzle games as much as I do? I have always been a big fan of word puzzles and games and word searches too. The little people here (not so small anymore) are also pretty into word puzzles and crosswords and games. This Thanksgiving I had one of my helpers make up several Thanksgiving printables and puzzles for readers to enjoy. [tweetthis]Football, turkey, stuffing and pumpkins? Find them all in this free Thanksgiving crossword puzzle. [/tweetthis] I hope you have a great holiday weekend and a…