• Canada Day Word Search
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    Canada Day Word Search

    June 25, 2015 - By 

    It’s almost Canada Day again my friends! Which means it’s time for a Canada Day word search and maybe a few other Canada Day word puzzles and games here. Canada Day makes me happy because it is close to my daughter’s birthday and also it’s clear summer is in full swing by July 1st. If it’s not ski season then bring on the summer days and pool parties. Summer in Canada is short so seize the moment. This summer I know you will need some easy and fun activities to keep the kids occupied. I have a huge list of…

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    8 Facts About Canada Day You Might Not Know

    June 24, 2015 - By 

    Canada Day is a day of national pride for Canadians. It’s the day we celebrate our sovereignty and the official birth of our country. Although we’re right next door to America, most Americans won’t know these facts about Canada Day that I’ve put together. These little tidbits are quite interesting and give non-Canadians an insight into one of our biggest (most fun) national holidays. Interesting Facts About Canada Day These facts about Canada Day are probably only known to Canadians or world history buffs, but I think they’re kind of interesting, so I thought I’d put them together for your…

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    5 Reasons For Travelling in June and July #travel

    June 24, 2015 - By 

    It seems a little bit kooky to want to travel in June or July, especially to a resort, and most especially if you are a Canadian. I mean, aren’t we supposed to simply stay put for the short summer season and then flee the snow, icy roads and mayhem somewhere just before or after Christmas? Didn’t we invent the term snowbirds? Maybe so, but I have travelled a few times now off season to resorts in June, July and even August, and the results have been surprising. Travelling in June and July can be worth it for many reasons. [tweetthis]Sometimes resort…

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    Refreshing Peach Lemonade Recipe

    June 23, 2015 - By 

    This is the perfect drink for summer. Right now, peaches are ripe and in season so stock up and you can easily make this for your next event or family gathering. Everybody knows how to make lemonade and it is pretty easy to find. But this Peach Lemonade Recipe will steal the show next time you entertain. Enjoy!   [tweetthis]This Peach Lemonade is a yummy variation on a traditional drink. [/tweetthis] [tweetthis]Have you ever tried homemade peach lemonade?[/tweetthis] This is the picture to pin by the way if you want to save the peach lemonade recipe for later. This one…

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    5 Summer Crafts for Tween Girls

    June 21, 2015 - By 

    Well, school is soon to be out and you know what that means, right? It means chaos, unless you have something planned for the kids several days in a row. I have a tween and a teen and they are super crafty little things. In fact, I have told this story before but the oldest when she was three started preschool almost entirely because of the crafts. It’s true. She wanted to craft all the time and I had run right out of ideas. That was before Pinterest, obviously. So, that and the fact that she was super talkative and…

  • Spinach Recipes
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    5 Healthy and Awesome Spinach Recipes

    June 19, 2015 - By 

    As a child we had spinach at least twice a month. It was affordable and so good for you too. We grew up on simple spinach boiled and served with butter. But there’s no end to what you can use this amazing health vegetable in at meal time. From dips to salads and pastries too, spinach is more versatile than you might think. These 5 spinach recipes prove that. If you ask me spinach gets a bit of a bad wrap. It’s not nearly as sexy as kale has become. Instead, it’s that thing caught between your teeth after lunch…

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    7 Steps – Preparing Your Child to be a High School Freshman

    June 18, 2015 - By 

    So it;s time to prepare your child to become a high school freshman!! Wait, what. How did that happen? Oh believe me I know all too well how slippery time is. Wasn’t she just literally hopping on the bus for that first day of kindergarten. Is it possible that kids can grow this fast? How on earth can my older daughter be ready for high school? Well, she isn’t quite yet. But she’s going to be with these 7 Steps to Preparing Your Child to be a High School Freshman.  Okay so just yesterday you walked your son or daughter…

  • personalized desk art for dad
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    Posterjack Acrylic Blocks Personalized Desk Art For Dad #Giveaway

    June 18, 2015 - By 

    Full disclosure. This is a case where I want you to do as I say, not as I do. Posterjack’s new acrylic blocks would make the loveliest desk art ever for your Dad. They really would. If you can give them away. Wait, what? See, I am not using mine as Dad’s desk art. Bad Paula. I know. I intended to make this and have it given to my husband as a gift, but we have several things bought and wrapped already for Father’s Day. I had this piece made by Posterjack, and as soon as I placed it on…

  • Free Gifts for Dads
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    Free Father’s Day Coupons to Give to Dad

    June 17, 2015 - By 

    Father’s Day is approaching fast! Just in case you weren’t already aware of that. I know. I know. It sometimes gets so busy this time of year that it’s easy to lose track of some things. That’s why I thought you might enjoy these easy free Father’s day coupons. Don’t Forget Dad This Year! Dads, good Dads, are super important. So don’t forget to show them some love and appreciation this weekend. Oh I know they are coy and often don’t ask for much, but the thought counts every year. This year, more than ever free and creative gifts are…

  • peaches
    family - Food

    Delicious Peach Desserts

    June 16, 2015 - By 

    Peach recipes can be so light and refreshing this time of year. And what’s great about that in Ontario is that peaches are available in abundance in the summer months. They are affordable too. So, when summer arrives it’s time to take advantage of all the fresh local fruit and produce like peaches to build peach desserts that win everyone over. There are so many great recipes to try in the spring and summer months. And there are so many fun family occasions that lend themselves to experimenting with a new recipe. This time of year so many ingredients like…