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    Valentine’s Day Joke Cards – Breakfast Theme Printable

    January 26, 2018 - By 

    Will you be my Valentine? There are so many sweet and funny ways to say Will You Be My Valentine. I couldn’t resist sharing these adorable Valentine’s Day Joke Cards. They are super sweet and if you are hunting for a fun note to stick in your child’s lunch, or an inexpensive printable Valentine’s Card then you’ve found it.   Easy to print these cute Valentine’s Day Joke Cards out. Just click on the Funny Valentines PDF link below and print. Please do not reprint on a web site. These are protected by copyright. But you can print them out…

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    Delicious Red Velvet Swig Cookies Recipe

    January 25, 2018 - By 

    Red Velvet Swig Cookies are so very good. You will want to bake these right away. But to be clear, you are going to need to read through to the very end to get the scoop on the yummiest Red Velvet Swig Cookies recipe around. If you are a cookie fanatic, as I am, then these are going to make your day!     Red velvet cakes and baked goods are incredibly popular. The red velvet base adds a depth to any baked goods or cookie recipes you have. But it’s challenging sometimes to find that perfect flavour combination. We…

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    Exclusive Printable Find The Letter ABC Book

    January 24, 2018 - By 

    It’s time to start thinking about school! As in, your little people born in 2014 are now ready in the province of Ontario to register for school. That’s exciting. I can still remember my daughter’s first day of school. I was so cool, and my daughter marched right in to kindergarten and never looked back. Then, all of a sudden one of my closest friends whose son was in grade 2 already looked at me and said: “OH MY GOODNESS I can’t believe it’s her first day of school.” Well, if that didn’t open the floodgates and I cried my…

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    Ring of Kerry – A Must See in Ireland

    January 23, 2018 - By 

    Ring of Kerry. Remember the name of this spot when planning your trip to Ireland. Tuck it away for later. There’s something magical about Ireland as a whole. But there are some areas that are dramatic, outstanding examples of nature at its best. Places you cannot and should not miss. Killarney, Dublin, Dingle, and the Ring of Kerry are pure magic. If you ever find your way to Ireland promise me now you will see all of the above and be sure to visit Ring of Kerry. In October I went to Killarney for TBEX, Travel Blogger’s Exchange conference. The…

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    9 Easy Ways to Live a More Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

    January 22, 2018 - By 

    Let’s face it with the cost of electricity, the news about climate change, and the impact on our environment, most of us need to find ways to conserve. Greening your home is not as hard as it sounds. Start with a few small changes and make them habits, then build on that. It’s not really an option anymore to avoid conserving or recycling. Everyone needs to do their part in achieving a more eco-friendly lifestyle. There are many ways to reduce your carbon footprint and be green within your home, and today I am going to share a few easy…

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    Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Snow Tires – My Go-To for Safety and Security #ad

    January 18, 2018 - By 

    Michelin X-Ice Xi3 snow tires are my new go-to for safety and security on the road. My family and I love winter. While other people are hiding from the cold weather, we’re out thoroughly enjoying the cold in our layers and puffy coats hunting for ski hills to tackle. Listen, I figure if you live in Canada you better get comfortable with snowy weather and winter sports. In winter months we ski often. Sometimes that’s a long drive to Collingwood ski hills in northern Ontario, or a longer drive to Quebec and Vermont. Ski road trips can be treacherous. Driving…

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    Tips for Beating the Winter Blahs #ad

    January 17, 2018 - By 

    This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label.  Beating the Winter Blahs this time of year can take a bit of extra work. After the excitement and buzz of the holiday and New Year’s celebrations, it’s easy to start feeling the blahs. Short days and dreadful cold weather can really zap your energy. Everyone has their own way of uplifting themselves. Here are some things I do: Tips For Beating the Winter Blahs: Don’t forget the importance of nutrition. Staying healthy is so important to staying well. It…

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    Book a Cruise While Onboard – An Advantageous Approach

    January 16, 2018 - By 

    Have you ever wondered whether you should book a cruise while onboard your current cruise? Me too. We’ve done several cruises and I am always amazed by the number of people lining up to book again before leaving the ship. So I thought I would investigate. Does it help you save money? If you’re a frequent cruiser, chances are you’re already planning another cruise anyway. So why not use one of the lesser known tricks of the cruising trade and book a cruise while on your current cruise? Saving money, better selection and rewards – those are a few reasons…

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    Buying Snow Tires – What You Need to Know

    January 15, 2018 - By 

    Buying snow tires is something I have debated and put off for a couple of winter seasons now. Last year I got new all-season tires in the spring and assumed they’d get me through the winter. It wasn’t a super snowy year, but there were a few challenging winter road trips, especially on our annual trip to Vermont. This year with all the snow in the forecast, and the number of ski road trips we take, I knew I needed them so I started shopping months ago. I had so many questions initially. Are they worth the money? What kind…

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    Stomach Cramps – Understand Them to Treat Them Properly #TargetStomachCramps #Buscopan

    January 12, 2018 - By 

    Stomach cramps can be incredibly painful. As a person with chronic GI issues, I can say without hesitation that one of the most painful things a person can experience is GI tract discomfort including a cramping stomach. I honestly don’t love to talk about the stomach cramping I have here, because it can be that brutal. Often I’d rather deal with the pain and then forget about it. But if we don’t talk about the issue and the causes of stomach cramps, then how does anyone know how to treat stomach cramps? Oh yeah, I am talking about that intense,…